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New Indian Express
10 hours ago
- New Indian Express
Consultancy director held for job scam in Telangana
HYDERABAD: The Telangana CID has arrested Saroj Shiswant Thorat, alias Saroj Bharath Kumar, director of Eagle Expert Immigration Consultancy, in connection with a widespread overseas job visa fraud that spanned several Indian states. The case came to light following a complaint filed by Ch Kamalakar, a resident of Karimnagar, who alleged that a consultancy operating under the name 'Abroad Study Plan Overseas Educational Consultancy,' based in KPHB, Hyderabad, had defrauded him and his friend K Sunil of approximately Rs 8 lakh. The amount was collected under the pretext of securing guaranteed jobs in Malta. However, fake documents were provided and no jobs were arranged. Based on this and two other similar complaints, cases were booked under Sections 420, 370(3), 406, 409, 419, 467, 471, 120-B of the IPC, and Section 24(1)(b)(g) of the Emigration Act, 1983. The case was later transferred to the Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of the CID, Telangana.
The Hindu
19-05-2025
- The Hindu
Two police officers suspended over probe lapses in overseas recruitment fraud case
Police Commissioner Anupam Agrawal has suspended Police Inspector G.C. Somashekar of Mangaluru East Police Station and Police Sub Inspector M.N. Umesh Kumar of Barke Police Station, citing lapses in the investigation into the alleged fraudulent operations of overseas job recruitment agency Hireglow Elegant Overseas International Private Limited. Mangaluru East Police registered a case of fraudulent operations based on the complaint filed by Avaneesh Shukla, Protector of Emigrants (PoE), Ministry of External Affairs, Bengaluru. In the complaint filed on December 31, 2024, Mr. Shukla said Hireglow Elegant Overseas Private Limited in Bendoorwell, Mangaluru, without necessary registration with the Ministry of External Affairs, was conducting interviews for overseas jobs. The agency was unauthorisedly collecting passports of job aspirants, operating in violation of provisions of the Emigration Act. The police registered the case under Sections 10 and 24 of the Emigration Act. In a statement on Monday, Mr. Agrawal said Mr. Somashekar failed to take appropriate legal action against the firm. The official's inaction and lack of supervision allowed the accused to continue defrauding over 200 job aspirants of over ₹1.82 crore. The Police Commissioner said Mr. Kumar, who was the investigation officer of the case while posted at Mangaluru East Police Station, failed to arrest the accused, collect vital evidence, examine victims and witnesses, and act on financial leads. Thus, Mr. Kumar seriously compromised the investigation of the case. Mr. Agrawal said both officials demonstrated negligence, irresponsibility, and breach of duty. Departmental disciplinary proceedings have been initiated against them. Talking to reporters in Mangaluru recently, Mr. Shukla said there was an increase in the number of unregistered agencies defrauding aspirants with overseas jobs. He urged aspirants to verify the legitimacy of the recruitment agency, either from the nearest PoE or from before engaging with the agency. Affected job aspirants can email poebengaluru@ or helpline@ or call the 24x7 toll-free helpline 1800-11-3090.
Time of India
18-05-2025
- Time of India
Overseas jobs: 2 agencies booked for illegal hiring
Mangaluru: In a crackdown on illegal overseas recruitment activities, Avaneesh Shukla, the protector of emigrants (POE) for Karnataka and Goa, under the ministry of external affairs, visited Mangaluru on Thursday after receiving credible information regarding unauthorised interviews being conducted for overseas job placements. Two separate cases of illegal recruitment came to light in the city. Shukla said action was taken in close coordination with the Mangaluru City police as part of their ongoing efforts to ensure safe and legal migration for Indian citizens within their jurisdiction. Upon receiving information that a recruitment drive was about to take place in Bendoorwell, Shukla immediately travelled to Mangaluru. By the time he reached, the planned interviews were postponed. However, the investigation revealed that the agency in question, identified as Z-Zone Consultancy , was operating without the mandatory licence required under the Emigration Act, 1983. A police case was already registered against Z-Zone Consultancy. The POE confirmed that this agency was attempting to recruit individuals for jobs overseas without valid authorisation from the ministry of external affairs. Another agency operating out of Pumpwell, which was active on social media platforms for the past six months, was also caught engaging in similar illegal activities. The agency advertised jobs in Europe, Israel, Mauritius, and Gulf countries. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch Bitcoin và Ethereum - Không cần ví! IC Markets BẮT ĐẦU NGAY Undo Following a joint raid with the police, officials confiscated various documents, including application forms that listed destinations applied for, as well as biodatas of candidates. The agency's Instagram and other social media handles were found flooded with advertisements promising overseas job opportunities. An FIR was registered against this agency as well, making this the third case in the last six months to be booked under the Emigration Act in Karnataka, Shukla said. Prior to these two recent cases, a similar action was taken against another agency named Hireglow Elegant Overseas International Private Limited, also located in Bendoorwell. He requested citizens to verify the legitimacy of any recruitment agency either from the nearest PoE office or from before engaging with them. Under Section 10 of the Emigration Act, 1983, no individual or organisation in India is permitted to carry out recruitment for overseas employment without a valid certificate issued by the ministry of external affairs.
Time of India
15-05-2025
- Time of India
POE, cops raid illegal overseas hiring agents in Melur
Madurai: The Protector of Emigrants (POE), Chennai, under the ministry of external affairs, Govt of India, in coordination with Madurai police, conducted raids on multiple premises of illegal recruiting agents operating in Melur in the district on Thursday. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The sleuths seized hundreds of passports during the operation, and further investigations are underway. The action was initiated based on credible information regarding the presence of several unauthorized agents in the area. Melur is notorious for having the highest concentrations of illegal recruiting agents in the state. POE for the regions of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry, Rajkumar M, urged all those seeking employment abroad to exercise utmost caution. In a statement, he emphasized the importance of securing overseas employment only through authorized by the ministry of external affairs (MEA) and only on valid work visas. He advised all aspiring overseas job seekers to verify the credentials of recruitment agencies before making any financial commitments. A list of licensed recruitment agents is available at Rajkumar also issued a stern warning to individuals or entities facilitating illegal emigration. "It is a punishable offence under the Emigration Act, 1983, for any agent to send Indian citizens abroad without a valid recruitment licence. Such agents must immediately halt their activities and obtain necessary authorization. Strict action will be taken against all violators. Additional raids are planned in the region in the coming months," he said. Madurai police have assured the Protector of Emigrants that they will continue to conduct regular raids and take strict action against illegal agents operating in the region. To report illegal recruitment, cyber slavery, or to apply for a valid recruitment licence, contact the Office of the POE, Chennai at 9042149222, or email poechennai@ For more information on licensed agents and official advisories, please visit: the statement said.
The Hindu
15-05-2025
- The Hindu
Raids conducted on illegal overseas recruitment agencies at Melur in Madurai district
The Protector of Emigrants (POE), Chennai, in coordination with the Madurai police, conducted raids at multiple premises of illegal recruiting agencies operating in Melur in the district. Hundreds of passports were seized during the operation, and investigations are currently under way. The action was initiated based on a tip-off regarding the presence of several unauthorised agencies in Melur. The area has one of the highest concentrations of illegal recruiting agencies in the State. M. Rajkumar, POE for the regions of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry, urged all individuals seeking employment abroad to exercise utmost caution. He emphasised the importance of securing overseas employment only through licensed recruitment agencies, which are authorised by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) and only on valid work visas. He also advised those seeking jobs overseas to verify the credentials of recruitment agencies before making any financial commitments. A list of licensed recruitment agencies is available at he added. Mr. Rajkumar also warned individuals or entities facilitating illegal emigration. 'It is a punishable offence under the Emigration Act, 1983, for any agency to send Indian citizens abroad without a valid recruitment license. Such agencies must immediately halt their activities and obtain the necessary authorisation. Strict action will be taken against all violators. Additional raids are planned in the region in the coming months.' The Madurai police have also assured the POE that they will continue to conduct regular raids and take strict action against illegal recruitment agencies operating in the region.
