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Job consultancy complaint in Bangalore

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Employment is the need of the hour. People rush towards job advertisements without seeing the quality of the job profile. Human nature tends to forget that when someone is in a job or is about to get one, the company that wants to recruit you does not ask for money unless it is an investment start-up. The culprits gain confidence after making one or two fools, due to which frauds and scams increase.

How does the job consultancy scam occur?

The person looking for a job will register on the website of the job consultant. The scamsters will try to contact the person. They will inform the applicant that they have got a job for which they need to pay a decent amount of money. People get happy after listening to the news that makes them forget the basic rule- stay alert and alert the conscience.

After people agree to give the money, the scamsters will share the details by which the person has to pay the amount in a limited time frame to get the job. If this does not fulfill, the job offer may go to another person. Because of this deadline, people fall into the mouths of predators.

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What to check before filing a job consultancy complaint?

  • Check whether the job consultant is a fake or not.
  • Search Google whether some past complaints regarding the consultant are there or not.
  • Most of the websites that ask for such money are fake. But, do recheck!
  • Do not trust any website at once. After all, it’s going to be you who will suffer at last.

What are the various ways to file a complaint against these job consultancies?

Method 1:- Cyber Crime Police

People can report the scam to the Cybercrime Police both online and offline. Visit the online site here and file the case. One can also mail or contact the police through these details-

Department’s mail ID- cybercrimepsbcp@ksp.gov.in
Officer’s mail ID- compolbcp@ksp.gov.in, piccrbbcp@ksp.gov.in
Cyber station’s phone number – 9480801554, 080-22375522

One can find the contact details of their respective cities by visiting the official website of their city’s cybercrime police department. One has to contact the cybercrime police of that city where the crime has taken place and not the city from where they belong. That will ease the investigation.

Method 2:- File an FIR

One has to visit the nearest thana/police station to file an FIR soon after if there is no confirmation of the job assigned. If the number is unreachable or switched off the next day when you have made the payment, inform the police immediately. Submit all the necessary details from contact numbers to the mode of payment for better investigation.

One has to report the police as soon as the applicant gets such calls. Why wait to prevent oneself and others from such sinners? Launch an FIR under Section 420 so that the criminal cannot even get bail.

Method 3:- Report to the Consumer Forum

The victim has to submit their complaint to the National Consumer Helpline if any fraud has taken place. Call the toll-free number 1800114000 OR 14404 to report your issue instantaneously. You can also register a complaint from the NCH app available on the Play Store.

Method 4:- Hire a lawyer

Do not hesitate to contact legal authorities for your money. They will assist you in a better way and will try to get your money back. The lawyer can assist you in the criminal procedure, but make sure to get an experienced lawyer. An experienced lawyer will help you to solve the case quickly and efficiently. If you need any help Talk To a Lawyer now!

How to prevent ourselves from such frauds?

  • Stay alert as soon as you get such a call.
  • Research regarding the job profile, company, CTC, etc., the consultant tells while asking for money. Call the company and check regarding the vacancies, or whether the consultant is speaking the truth or not.
  • Secure all the document proofs to show them as shreds of evidence later on.
  • Do not hesitate to contact the police or lawyers for any help.
  • Keep your emotions in control as soon as you hear the news of getting the job.

Will I get my money back?

This question is uncertain. People can hope for getting their money back, but must not make up their minds that they will get their money back for sure. Let the authorities do their work.

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How to apply for Passport Online in India?

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Passport

What is a passport?

A passport is an identity proof issued by the Government of the respective countries from which the citizen belongs. It is mandatory for a traveller who wants to travel to a different country. A passport will tell you about your identity, citizenship, date of birth, address, and photo. In India, the Ministry of External Affairs issues them to its citizens.

The Ministry of External Affairs provides services through the Central Passport Organization (CPO) and its network of passport offices like Passport Seva Kendra (PSK) and Post Office Passport Seva Kendra (POPSK). The rank of a passport determines its powers. One can check the passport rank of their country here https://www.passportindex.org/byRank.php. This rank helps citizens to travel with or without a VISA in various countries.

What is the difference between a passport and VISA?

A passport is an official document that shows a person’s real identity and details. It serves as proof of identity, address, date of birth, and nationality whenever someone travels outside the country.

There are three types of passports issued by the Government of India-

  • Ordinary passport
  • Diplomatic passport
  • Official passport

A VISA is a permissible document offered to a citizen from another country where he wants to travel. It is a temporary authorization for a person who wants to travel to another country, regardless of whether they possess a passport or not. VISA is either stamped on the first page of the passport or given as a separate document.

These are the categories in which VISA gets allotted:-

  • Student VISA
  • Transit VISA
  • Tourist VISA
  • Business VISA
  • Temporary worker VISA

How to apply for a passport?

Online method – Apply For Passport Online

Step 1:- Visit the online Passport Seva Online Portal here https://www.passportindia.gov.in/AppOnlineProject/welcomeLink and click on the new user registration that shows on the left side of your screen.

Step 2:- Fill up your details and click on register.

Step 3:- If you are an existing user, log in with the password on the portal here https://www.passportindia.gov.in/AppOnlineProject/welcomeLink.

Step 4:– Fill up the details regarding which type of passport you want. Schedule the appointment at your nearest PSK or POPSK for document verification.

Step 5:- Pay the fees online using credit/debit cards or using offline challan. The online payment updates at once on the site, while the offline challan will take two to three days to update.

Step 6:- Print your application with the help of the Application Reference Number.

Step 7:- Visit the Passport Office you have selected while filling the form with your original documents for verification.

One can apply for the Background Verification for Global Entry Program (GEP) by following the same steps mentioned above. Choose the option “Apply for Background for GEP” after you log in to the passport portal.

Offline method – Apply for Passport Offline

Step 1:- One has to download the type of passport they want from here. https://passportindia.gov.in/AppOnlineProject/online/printForm.

Step 2:- Reach your nearest District or Regional Passport Office or the nearest Post Office Passport Seva Kendra with all the original documents, photocopies of the documents, and photographs.

Step 3:- Pay the fees to the counter as directed by the staff authorities and wait for the passport to come via post.

How to submit an e-form?

Step 1:- Download the e-form that you want from here https://passportindia.gov.in/AppOnlineProject/online/downloadEFormStatic.

Step 2:- Fill the form and click on the ‘validate and save’ button. That will save your file in XML format.

Step 3:- Register on the online portal of the Passport Seva Kendra. Login with your details.

Step 4:- Upload the XML file through the ‘Upload form link. Do not upload any different format as the system will not accept any other format besides XML.

Step 5:- Pay and Schedule your appointment to the nearest PSK or POPSK.

Step 6:- Print your application form and visit the nearest PSK or POPSK with all the required original documents for verification.

Where to report my queries regarding passport application?

To inquire regarding passport application, call 18002581800 to check the status of the application, or check here https://www.passportindia.gov.in/AppOnlineProject/statusTracker/trackStatusInpNew.

To register a grievance or feedback, submit the details here https://www.passportindia.gov.in/AppOnlineProject/ccgm/ServiceRequestHomeAction. One needs to have all the information (applicant’s name, reference number, etc.) and PSK details in order to register the complaint.

To view the status of your grievance, check this site https://www.passportindia.gov.in/AppOnlineProject/ccgm/trackServiceRequest

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One can submit grievances to the PG Portal here https://pgportal.gov.in/.

FAQs

Does Tatkal passport have any benefits?

There is no other benefit of a Tatkal passport besides that it will reach your doorstep within 2-3 days. The person, who wants an urgent passport or wants the verification to happen at the earliest, can opt for this method.

From where can I print my application or any other forms?

One needs to have an Application Reference Number to print the application form here https://passportindia.gov.in/AppOnlineProject/online/printForm.

What are the documents required for passport verification?

One can check the list of documents required for their passport, depending upon their conditions here https://passportindia.gov.in/AppOnlineProject/docAdvisor/displayAttachmentsTest.

How long does it take to get a passport?

After the authorities receive your documents, in a maximum of 30 days, your passport gets generated. It gets delivered via post to your doorstep.

What is the validity of a passport?

For adults, the passport is valid for up to 10 years. For minors, the passport’s validity is restricted to five years or till they turn 18, whichever comes earlier.

Can I re-apply for the passport again?

One can re-apply for the passport within a year from the date of expiry of the application. There may be genuine reasons due to which the applicant is not able to renew the passport. There is no need to worry about it. Visit the authorities, and they will assist you.

Can I make changes to my passport application?

One needs to contact the Citizen Service Executive of the Passport Seva Kendra or the Post Office Passport Seva Kendra for the update process.

Can I apply for the passport from the passport office?

Visit the Passport Seva Kendra or the Post Office Passport Seva Kendra compulsorily to get the passport. The office does not make any passports.

One can find all the FAQs related to passports here https://passportindia.gov.in/AppOnlineProject/online/faqMainPage.

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Qnet scams and frauds- Know about Qnet complaints before joining

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What is Qnet?

Qnet, commonly known as QuestNet, GoldQuest, and QI Limited, is a multi-level marketing (MLM) company owned by the QI group. Founded in 1998 by Vijay Eswaran, presently its headquarters are based in Hong Kong. It works on a legal basis in many countries. But in countries like India, it is charged with a Ponzi scheme.

A Ponzi scheme is a type of fraud where people believe that their investments are safe and the profits come from a secure and trusted source or business. Qnet remains in headlines for such activities daily. Did anyone wonder why? Just because someone is investing, then should I also do the same? No!

What are some famous Qnet frauds?

Bombay High Court said in 2016 that the deceits and fraud camouflaged under the name of e-marketing and business. How can one underlook this sentence? Read the complete case here: https://www.moneylife.in/article/qnet-it-is-a-chain-where-a-person-is-fooled-and-then-he-is-trained-to-fool-others-to-earn-money-says-bombay-hc-order/46857.html.

Seventy people got arrested in the Cyberabad Qnet scam. Who was their target? Software employees, unemployed youth, and homemakers. Read here: https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/telangana/2019/aug/28/70-held-in-qnet-scam-says-cyberabad-police-2025222.html.

Whenever anything happens, how can Bollywood not come into all this? Famous actors, like Shahrukh Khan, Boman Irani, Anil Kapoor, and even some sportsmen, like Yuvraj Singh, were given notices for endorsing Qnet.

Like these, a lot of Qnet.net frauds are available online. After a complete shut down in 2009 by the Telecom Regulatory of India, Qnet came back with a new avatar to offer a vast range of lifestyle products. It has been in many controversies since the early 2000s. So, how to stay away from this fraud? Let’s find out!

What does the official Qnet website have to say?

Qnet has spoken up to defend itself from mere allegations. Some of them are:

Allegation 1: It is a Deposit and Investment Scheme
Response 1: It only sells high-quality products and services
https://qnet-india.in/direct-selling-top-10-questions-answered/

Allegation 2: It is a get-rich-quick scheme
Response 2: There is no opportunity to make ‘Quick-Money’ with QNET
https://qnet-india.in/7-network-marketing-myths-busted/

Allegation 3: It is a Deposit and Investment Scheme
Response 3: It only sells high-quality products and services

Allegation 4: It does not refund customers
Response 4: It has a clear refund policy

It mentions clearly that they have a return policy by saying, “When a customer decides to purchase a product from QNET, he/ she needs to register on the QNETIndia website to create an account and read through and agree to the terms and conditions which includes a clearly stated refund policy.

Any customer who is unsatisfied with his product purchase, with justified reasons, should contact the company within a 30 day buyback period and QNET will accept the refund request. We encourage anyone who signs up with QNET to familiarise themselves with our clearly stated and visible terms and conditions before they agree to a product purchase from us. Visit the official QNET.net India website for further information.”

Allegation 5: Agents make money by recruiting others
Response 5: It Pays commissions only on Product Sales

Allegation 6: It claims agents can make several lakhs a month
Response 6: It does not make any guaranteed income statements

Allegation 7: The Minimum Product Price at QNET is Rs.3 Lakhs
Response 7: QNET products in India range from INR 1,485 to a maximum of INR 315,300

Allegation 8: QNET’s Operations in India are illegal
Response 8: QNET Operates in India through a licensing agreement with Vihaan Direct Selling (India) Pvt Ltd.

Qnet has also written a full story regarding whether it is a scam or not? Qnet completely denies the thought that it is a scam. But, the consumers and the Government of India have completely different opinions.

How to report a Qnet Complaint?

1. First things first, report the case to your nearest police station as soon as possible. Whatever the fraud has taken place, inform the legal authorities at that particular instance for better assistance.

One can find all the customer care details on their official website.

India Support Centre: +91 888 063 2532
India Support Centre Email: support.centre@qnetindia.in
Grievance Cell Number: Ms. Diya – +919900509004, Mr. Sameer – +918971066009, Ms. Sneha – +918197296606
Grievance Email: grievancecell@qnetindia.in

For any details or queries related to the ‘real’ Qnet frauds, one can contact here for complete assistance.

SEBI has declared users can now file a complaint to their respective EOW (Economic Offences Wing). The victims have to visit their local EOW website to file the complaint or visit their headquarters for the same. These EOW can be found easily by typing EOW and the name of your city in the Google search engine.

One can always make a complaint on the Consumer Helpline 1800114000 OR 14404 regarding this kind of fraud.

If one is acquainted with the name and designation of the person-in-charge who committed the crime, they can file a complaint on the PG portal against the person-in-charge.

As for now, stay alert and recheck the details 2-3 times before investing in Qnet. Your money was earned with hard work and not via frauds/scams.

File your complaint against QNet, Vihaan marketing Pvt Ltd at Voxya an online consumer complaint forum to resolve your complaint quickly with an optimal solution.

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Know About Consumer Frauds Before Travelling in Mumbai

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According to the Fraud Insight Report 2017, India ranks fourth amongst the countries in the Asia Pacific region. Guess what can be the reason for this? Digitization! Digitization has taken a rapid pace in the last few years. Due to which people have become careless while handling their bank accounts or making online payments.

Since most people do online shopping, they get easily trapped in consumer fraud. It indicates a big gap between perception and truth. The lack of knowledge of what happens around them, or the actual truth or fraud occurrences around them, should not at all be ignored. Getting the correct information from sources before taking a step can only save one from getting into unnecessary trouble.

What are consumer frauds?

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These days, people travel a lot. With the lockdown coming to its end, as it seems currently with no hint of the delta variant, people are coming out of their homes and planning their trips. With the increase in travellers, there is a certain amount of addition in the frauds as well.

Consumer fraud is a type of fraud where the consumers become victims of physical, financial or mental loss. Consumers are vulnerable to the information or the things that happen around them. Therefore, they become victims of such frauds.

What is the most common type of consumer fraud?

According to a survey by the Economic Times in 2019, email phishing, deceiving apps, discount scams, phoney online stores, fake charities, fake gift cards, SIM jacking and shipping notification scams are a few common ways that make people prey.

Other types of common frauds are:

  • Pickpockets at crowd place
  • Identity theft
  • Credit/debit card fraud
  • Prize or lottery fraud
  • Mortgage fraud
  • Taxi/auto scam or pre-paid taxi scam
  • Unofficial tourist guides
  • Unofficial high-bar-tip fraud
  • Train ticket fully booked/office-close scam

Why do tourists become the prey?

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Sometimes in the zeal of travelling, people tend to forget to check the details of the tourist location, place, charges, service, hotel location, payment methods, etc. That is why they fall into the mouth of the predators easily. Human nature is easy to convince when it sees a handsome discount. But that should not happen!

The most common seasons when the tourists fall prey are the festive days. Without giving a second check to the other hotels, services, they book their schedules and easily get caught by the hands of the criminals. Criminals tend to take out innovative ways to loot such tourists who obey them without creating much nuisance.

The shoppers tend to take most taxes in the name of discount and price the same product three to four times its original price that people think is in their budget. They get easily fooled and manipulated by these tactics, due to which criminals gain the confidence to loot other customers.

How to report consumer frauds?

One can directly report to the head office of the Maharashtra Tourism Department Corporation Limited here:

Apeejay House, 4th Floor, 3 Dinshaw Vachha Road, Near K.C. College, Churchgate, Mumbai 20. CIN: U99999MH1975SGC018086. Tel No: (022) 22044040 Or can call the toll-free number 1800-229930 (9:45 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.).

One can find the list of all the regional offices of Maharashtra here: https://www.maharashtratourism.gov.in/mtdc/contact-us

Under the Consumer Protection Act 2019, consumers can report frauds through National Consumer Helpline number 1800114000 OR 14404. The number is reachable on all days except National holidays from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

One can sign up via NCH ‘Jago Grahak Jago’ app available here: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=mount.talent.mtcdev02.udaan After signing up, a consumer can log in with their credentials and can report the complaint.

Use the Consumer app for reporting the case: https://consumerhelpline.gov.in/apps/consumerapp/. This app is regulated by the Department of Consumer Affairs, Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution.

One can also register a grievance using the Umang app: https://consumerhelpline.gov.in/apps/umang/.

One can mail to the Secretary of the Department of Consumer Affairs on this mail: uscpu-ca@nic.in.

One can file a complaint by signing up and logging in at http://gama.gov.in. Using your ID and password, file a complaint with the evidence you have.

One can also file a complaint at the nearest Grahak Suvidha Kendra or a designated Voluntary Consumer Organization (VCO). The staff over there will complain and will send the notice to the Government from your side.

Some guidelines mentioned by the experts are:


One must ask for an invoice slip after making a purchase.
If you sense any adulteration or manipulation in anything, report it directly.
Always see Government certification and hallmarks while making a product purchase, like ISO, ISI, BIS, etc.


No one asks for your bank details, card details, OTPs or passwords. So do not share with anyone. Verify before making payments anywhere.
One can always make a complaint in the PG Portal here: https://pgportal.gov.in/.

What are Consumer Disputes Redressal Agencies?

Various consumer agencies have been established at different levels to solve the grievances of the public. Some of them are:

  • District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission or District Commission. For example Mumbai Sub-urban Commission
  • State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission or State Commission. For example Maharashtra Commission
  • National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission or National Commission

Where can one get all the FAQs related to the consumer helpline?

One has to visit the official website of the consumer helpline https://consumerhelpline.gov.in/faq-details.php?fid=Consumer%20Protection%20Act%202019 to get all the important FAQs regarding consumer frauds and how to report them.

To find queries related to the Grievance Against Misleading Advertisement (GAMA), visit the website here: https://gama.gov.in/Faq.aspx.

FAQs related to Consumer Grievance are mentioned here: https://gama.gov.in/ConsumerGrivences.aspx.

FAQs regarding Consumer Protection Act 2019 are listed here: https://consumerhelpline.gov.in/faq-details.php?fid=Consumer%20Protection%20Act%202019.

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