Hacking Scandal: Deputy CM's Account Breached Ahead of Asia Cup Clash

Hackers took over Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde's social media, posting Pakistan and Turkey flags amidst India's Asia Cup game. Authorities promptly engaged cyber crime police, restoring the account within 45 minutes.

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde's social media account faced a security breach when hackers posted flags of Pakistan and Turkey.

The attack coincided with India's Asia Cup cricket match against Pakistan, leading to heightened tensions. Quick action by cybercrime police helped in retrieving the account.

The Deputy CM's handle was restored within 45 minutes, according to officials who immediately responded to the cyber threat.

(With inputs from agencies.)