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Bengaluru cab driver used fake screenshot to scam airport passengers, Charged five times the fare

IndianStartupNewsIndianStartupNews · 1y ago
Bengaluru cab driver used fake screenshot to scam airport passengers, Charged five times the fare
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In Bengaluru, a scam involving a cab driver at Kempegowda International Airport has been targeting passengers by presenting a counterfeit fare screenshot, resulting in charges up to five times the actual fare. The scam specifically targets passengers using Ola/Uber services at the airport. The lack of assigned drivers through the app at the airport allows fraudulent activities to go unnoticed. Despite the scam affecting many individuals, formal police complaints have been rare. One victim's social media outcry led to the driver's brief detention, but complaints about the driver's aggressive behavior and the passengers' helplessness in the situation have surfaced.

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Uber driver scams Delhi passenger by showing fake screenshot, charges double fare

IndianStartupNewsIndianStartupNews · 1y ago
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A recent incident in Delhi has exposed a scam where an Uber driver allegedly charged a passenger double the fare using a fake payment screenshot. The incident took place when a passenger booked an Uber ride from the airport. The app initially showed a fare of Rs. 340, but upon reaching the destination, the driver demanded Rs. 648, citing waiting charges. The passenger noticed discrepancies in the screenshot provided by the driver, including a misspelled name and two Uber app icons. After contacting Uber customer care, it was revealed that the driver had reported collecting only Rs. 127.48. This incident has raised concerns about similar scams happening to other users.

Evera Cabs takes over 500 BluSmart EVs

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Evera Cabs takes over 500 BluSmart EVs
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Evera Cabs (Prakriti Mobility) has initiated the repossession of 500 electric cabs formerly operated by BluSmart, following the latter’s operational suspension in key metros. With 220 vehicles already acquired and the remaining 280 set to be reclaimed in the coming days, Evera is strengthening its position as the leading electric cab service provider, with a strong focus on airport mobility. The company is on an acquisition spree with a funnel of 1,000 BluSmart cabs, Evera said in a press release. This development follows BluSmart’s suspension of services in key metros such as Bengaluru, Mumbai, and Delhi. The BP Ventures- and Mayfield-backed company is also facing protests from its driver partners over unpaid dues and job losses. Evera is an all-electric, app-based taxi service currently serving Indira Gandhi International Airport, operating in the B2B segment since 2022. Evera said that the repossession of BluSmart’s cabs through its lenders is part of a multi-stage strategic plan to reinforce its footprint in NCR’s high-demand airport cab sector. The first phase involves the redeployment of these electric vehicles to strengthen operations, particularly in and around Indira Gandhi International Airport. According to the company, alongside fleet integration, a significant number of BluSmart drivers are transitioning to Evera, with around 150 already actively completing trips. In the next phase, Evera plans to double down on its airport network expansion to extend services across all terminals of Delhi’s airport. While Evera previously operated only from Terminal 3, the integration of new vehicles enables full-terminal coverage to ensure better availability and turnaround times for commuters.

Bengaluru cab driver launches his own app to compete with Ola, Uber

IndianStartupNewsIndianStartupNews · 1y ago
Bengaluru cab driver launches his own app to compete with Ola, Uber
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Lokesh, a cab driver from Bengaluru, has launched his own ride-sharing app called Nano Travels, directly rivaling industry giants Uber and Ola. This bold move highlights the thriving entrepreneurial spirit in India's Silicon Valley and the changing dynamics in the urban transportation sector. Lokesh marketed his app to his Uber passengers and managed to onboard over 600 drivers, making a significant entry into Bengaluru's competitive ride-sharing market. The public's reaction has been a mix of admiration and skepticism about the app's future. Nano Travels aims to address Bengaluru's transportation challenges by offering a convenient and efficient alternative to existing ride-hailing services.

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