Google India nodal officer booked for negligence over fake trading app

Google India nodal officer booked for negligence over fake trading app

The Delhi Police registered a case against a Google India nodal officer for alleged negligence in failing to remove a fraudulent trading app from the Google Play Store. The complainant, who deposited ₹7.95 lakh through the app, claimed it showed fabricated profits before rejecting withdrawal requests and demanding 'withdrawal tax' payments. The app, which promised high returns, was later removed from the platform. Google India has not publicly responded to the charges. The incident underscores ongoing concerns about the vetting of financial apps on digital storefronts.