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- Want to get Aadhar card of Virat Kohli or Allu Arjun? UP touts are openly offering services for just Rs 1,500
A sting operation exposed a racket at Lucknow's Aadhaar Seva Kendra. Touts were found creating fake Aadha ...More
A sting operation exposed a racket at Lucknow's Aadhaar Seva Kendra. Touts were found creating fake Aadhaar identities. They colluded with officials to bypass verification. A reporter successfully obtained a fake ID. UIDAI officials confirmed the irregularities after their own investigation. An FIR has been filed and the matter is under investigation. The agency assures backend checks verify document genuineness. ...Less
- Aadhaar authentications touch 2,707 crore in 2024-25
Aadhaar usage continues to surge in India. Authentication transactions exceeded 2,707 crore in fiscal yea ...More
Aadhaar usage continues to surge in India. Authentication transactions exceeded 2,707 crore in fiscal year 2024-25. March 2025 alone saw 247 crore transactions. Face authentication is gaining popularity with over 15 crore transactions in March. eKYC transactions also rose, reaching 44.63 crore. Additionally, 20 lakh new Aadhaar numbers were generated. Over 1. ...Less
- Staff Selection Commission implements Aadhaar-based authentication for its recruitment exams
The Staff Selection Commission will introduce voluntary Aadhaar-based biometric authentication for identi ...More
The Staff Selection Commission will introduce voluntary Aadhaar-based biometric authentication for identity verification in its upcoming examinations starting May 2025. This measure aims to streamline the examination process and prevent fraudulent activities. The Union Public Service Commission is also employing facial recognition and AI-based surveillance to combat cheating. ...Less
- Bihar polls: EC trains representatives of 10 parties on role of booth-level agents
The Election Commission organized a two-day training program for booth-level agents from recognized polit ...More
The Election Commission organized a two-day training program for booth-level agents from recognized political parties in Bihar ahead of the assembly polls. The training focused on electoral roll preparation, updates, and the legal framework governing their roles. The commission also addressed concerns raised by opposition parties regarding voter identity cards and is working with UIDAI to improve voter list accuracy. ...Less
- How a BTech dropout floated fake passport and UIDAI portals to tamper with data of over 1,500 Aadhaar cardholders across 12 states
Uttar Pradesh police busted a hi-tech identity fraud racket. The gang tampered with Aadhaar data of over ...More
Uttar Pradesh police busted a hi-tech identity fraud racket. The gang tampered with Aadhaar data of over 1,500 people across 12 states. Police arrested four key players from Badaun and Amroha. The accused exploited loopholes in the UIDAI system. They manipulated biometric data and created fake documents. The network involved hundreds of retailers across India. ...Less
- New Aadhaar app with facial authentication launched in testing phase; will make verification as simple as making UPI payment
The UIDAI will soon launch a new Aadhaar app with an upgraded design and facial recognition feature, enab ...More
The UIDAI will soon launch a new Aadhaar app with an upgraded design and facial recognition feature, enabling secure Aadhaar data sharing without physical copies. Users can verify identity by scanning a QR code and using facial scan, similar to UPI payments. ...Less
- Revise Aadhaar to align with data privacy act, UIDAI told
The Aadhaar Authentication for Good Governance (Social Welfare, Innovation, Knowledge) Amendment Rules, 2 ...More
The Aadhaar Authentication for Good Governance (Social Welfare, Innovation, Knowledge) Amendment Rules, 2025 expanded Aadhaar authentication to government and private entities for providing various services in the public interest boosting innovation, knowledge and public service enhancement. ...Less
- EPFO simplifies UAN allotment: Now generate, activate UAN instantly with Face ID on UMANG App; Know how to use it
The EPFO circular has specified the process that provident fund members can use to instantly get and acti ...More
The EPFO circular has specified the process that provident fund members can use to instantly get and activate their UAN. It is important to note that UAN is one of the important documents in EPF. ...Less
- ChatGPT for fake Aadhaar and PAN: The artificial intelligence tool can be misused to generate photorealistic fake IDs
ChatGPT Aadhaar Card Misuse: It seems ChatGPT can be misused to generate photo realistic images of Aadhaa ...More
ChatGPT Aadhaar Card Misuse: It seems ChatGPT can be misused to generate photo realistic images of Aadhaar card and PAN card. We have generated fake images of real looking Aadhaar card of Donald Trump and Portuguese footballer Cristiano Ronaldo using ChatGPT. Read below to know how to spot a fake Aadhaar card and stay safe. ...Less
- Aadhaar-Based eKYC for pilgrimage: How to do eKYC for Char Dham and Hemkund Sahib Yatra 2025?
The Uttarakhand Tourism Development Board has implemented Aadhaar-based eKYC for the Char Dham and Hemkun ...More
The Uttarakhand Tourism Development Board has implemented Aadhaar-based eKYC for the Char Dham and Hemkund Sahib Yatra 2025 registrations, streamlining the process for over 750,000 pilgrims. This digital approach facilitates efficient pilgrim movement monitoring and real-time weather updates, enhancing safety and preventing overcrowding. ...Less
- UIDAI partners with Sarvam AI to deploy GenAI solution for Aadhaar services
As part of the agreement, Sarvam AI will deploy its voice-based interaction platform for resident-centric ...More
As part of the agreement, Sarvam AI will deploy its voice-based interaction platform for resident-centric use cases, effective immediately. The engagement is valid for one year, with a provision for extension by another year. The platform will initially support 10 Indian languages: Hindi, English, Telugu, Tamil, Marathi, Gujarati, Kannada, Odia, Punjabi and Malayalam. More languages will be added over the coming months. ...Less
- Election Commission 'dysfunctional', 'failed institution': Kapil Sibal
Kapil Sibal criticizes the Election Commission, calling it dysfunctional and claiming it has lost public ...More
Kapil Sibal criticizes the Election Commission, calling it dysfunctional and claiming it has lost public trust due to not fulfilling its constitutional duties. He emphasizes that addressing this lack of faith is crucial for preserving democracy, highlighting issues with voter lists and potential election manipulations. ...Less
- EC pushes ahead with linking EPIC & Aadhaar in line with law
The Election Commission (EC) is moving to link the Electoral Photo Identity Card (EPIC) with Aadhaar whil ...More
The Election Commission (EC) is moving to link the Electoral Photo Identity Card (EPIC) with Aadhaar while ensuring compliance with legal provisions and Supreme Court rulings. The process, involving technical consultations and significant software updates, aims to strengthen identity verification without compromising voting rights reserved exclusively for Indian citizens. ...Less
- EC's proposed consultations with UIDAI to 'clean up' voter lists acceptance of our charge: Congress
The Election Commission has decided to link Aadhaar with voter IDs, acknowledging issues of suspicious na ...More
The Election Commission has decided to link Aadhaar with voter IDs, acknowledging issues of suspicious names in voter lists raised by Congress. Rahul Gandhi emphasized the need to ensure no eligible citizen is deprived of their vote and to address duplicate and dubious voter ID numbers. ...Less
- Woman loses Rs 20 crore in Aadhaar digital arrest scam: Why do people keep falling in traps?
Digital arrest scams target victims by posing as law enforcement officials. Scammers use psychological ma ...More
Digital arrest scams target victims by posing as law enforcement officials. Scammers use psychological manipulation, instilling fear and urgency to extract personal and financial information. These scams use fake backgrounds and spoofed phone numbers to appear legitimate. Vigilance and skepticism are crucial to avoid falling victim. Share this information to raise awareness and prevent these scams. ...Less
- CEC Gyanesh Kumar calls for discussion with Home Secretary, CEO UIDAI on linking of EPIC and Aadhaar on March 18
Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar will discuss the linking of EPIC and Aadhaar with key officials ...More
Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar will discuss the linking of EPIC and Aadhaar with key officials on March 18. The Election Commission aims to resolve duplicate voter ID issues within three months and has invited political parties to submit suggestions by April 30. ...Less
- EC to talk Aadhaar seeding for voter IDs with top officials on Tuesday
The Election Commission will meet with key officials on March 18 to discuss linking voter IDs with Aadhaa ...More
The Election Commission will meet with key officials on March 18 to discuss linking voter IDs with Aadhaar cards. Amid political concerns over duplicate voter entries, the EC aims to eliminate these within three months. Although the initiative faces privacy and legal challenges, Aadhaar seeding is vital for electoral reforms to enhance voting mechanisms and accuracy. ...Less
- Three EPIC hurdles in Aadhaar linking
The Election Commission considers linking Aadhaar and voter ID cards but faces privacy concerns, legal am ...More
The Election Commission considers linking Aadhaar and voter ID cards but faces privacy concerns, legal amendments, and political opposition. The SC has emphasized that any Aadhaar linkage must meet stringent necessity and proportionality tests. A high-level meeting is set to discuss the way forward. ...Less
- Out-of-box thinking, expertise needed to protect digital ecosystem: UIDAI chief
India, the second most targeted nation for cyberattacks, needs innovative solutions, said UIDAI’s S M D J ...More
India, the second most targeted nation for cyberattacks, needs innovative solutions, said UIDAI’s S M D Jeelani. He inaugurated SISA’s Cybersecurity CoE Lab at DSU, aiming to train future cyber leaders and strengthen digital security. ...Less
- Govt allows Aadhaar-enabled face authentication in private entities' mobile apps
The government permits Aadhaar-enabled face authentication in private mobile apps, enhancing service acce ...More
The government permits Aadhaar-enabled face authentication in private mobile apps, enhancing service access. A new Aadhaar Good Governance portal streamlines authentication approval following a January 2025 amendment. This change aims to improve transparency and inclusivity while easing access to services like healthcare, e-commerce, and education through the Aadhaar verification mechanism for both government and private entities. ...Less
- Chairpersons of Tata Sons, Infosys visit spacetech startup Pixxel
N Chandrasekaran, chairman of Tata Sons and Tata Group, and Nandan Nilekani, non-executive chairman of In ...More
N Chandrasekaran, chairman of Tata Sons and Tata Group, and Nandan Nilekani, non-executive chairman of Infosys and founding former chairman of Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI), visited the company in Bengaluru on the heels of its recent successful satellite launch. ...Less
- How to lock or unlock your biometrics using the Aadhaar portal
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- Treating demographic details on Aadhaar cards as the final word is a recipe for trouble
Sixteen years after Aadhaar's launch, issues like the Perpetual Aadhaar Alignment Problem persist. Multip ...More
Sixteen years after Aadhaar's launch, issues like the Perpetual Aadhaar Alignment Problem persist. Multiple spellings and data entry discrepancies create difficulties for people trying to match their Aadhaar information with other identity documents. The situation is particularly challenging for marginalized communities and schoolchildren in India. ...Less
- Aadhaar Enrolment Software not compromised with: UIDAI
No operator can make or update Aadhaar unless resident himself or herself give his or her biometric said ...More
No operator can make or update Aadhaar unless resident himself or herself give his or her biometric said UIDAI in its statement. ...Less
- Aadhaar data kept, processed only on own secure servers: UIDAI
The UIDAI data centre is an infrastructure of critical importance and is protected accordingly with high ...More
The UIDAI data centre is an infrastructure of critical importance and is protected accordingly with high technology, conforming to the best standards of security," the UIDAI said. ...Less
- Now, UIDAI to Enroll in UP, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Uttarakhand
Cabinet Committee on UIDAI on Tuesday allowed Nandan Nileknai-led UIDAI to do enrollments in Uttar Prades ...More
Cabinet Committee on UIDAI on Tuesday allowed Nandan Nileknai-led UIDAI to do enrollments in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Chhattisgarh and Uttarakhand. ...Less
- Rural Development Ministry, UIDAI tie-up to ensure workers' wages in time
The Ministry of Rural Development and the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) are jointly wo ...More
The Ministry of Rural Development and the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) are jointly working out a pilot project to ensure that workers get their wages in time. ...Less
- UIDAI orders probe into duplication of Aadhaar numbers
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has directed inquiry into complaints of alleged dupl ...More
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has directed inquiry into complaints of alleged duplication of Aadhaar numbers. ...Less
- PMO turns to UIDAI to ensure Aadhaar for all citizens by March 2017
Centre turns to UIDAI to deliver the goods, RGI’s share of states down to just two from 17 in 2012 as PMO ...More
Centre turns to UIDAI to deliver the goods, RGI’s share of states down to just two from 17 in 2012 as PMO fixes March 2017 target for Aadhaar-for-all. ...Less
- Ministries differ on UIDAI's functioning
What the UIDAI should do is mostly resolved. But some ministries have other ideas on how it should go abo ...More
What the UIDAI should do is mostly resolved. But some ministries have other ideas on how it should go about it. ...Less
- Now, UIDAI to enroll in UP, Bihar Chhattisgarh, Uttarakhand
The government today asked the UIDAI, which issues unique identification numbers to residents, to start e ...More
The government today asked the UIDAI, which issues unique identification numbers to residents, to start enrolments in four more states - Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Chhattisgarh and Uttarakhand. ...Less
- Take residents' informed consent before Aadhaar authentication: UIDAI to Requesting Entities
Entities are required to obtain residents' informed consent either on paper or electronically before carr ...More
Entities are required to obtain residents' informed consent either on paper or electronically before carrying out Aadhaar authentications, the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) said in its new guidelines for Requesting Entities (REs). ...Less
- UIDAI says biometric system reliable, can issue 10 lakh Aadhaars daily
This makes it not only one of the most accurate, but soon to be the largest biometric system in the world ...More
This makes it not only one of the most accurate, but soon to be the largest biometric system in the world, UIDAI Chairman Nandan Nilekani said in a statement. ...Less
- Aadhaar data is fully safe: UIDAI
UIDAI said that any Aadhaar linked transaction is processed after a successful authentication of fingerpr ...More
UIDAI said that any Aadhaar linked transaction is processed after a successful authentication of fingerprint or iris of individual. ...Less
- Aadhaar Mitra: All you need to know about the UIDAI New AI Chat
UIDAI's new AI/ML based chat feature Aadhaar Mitra is now enabled. Residents can now submit grievances, c ...More
UIDAI's new AI/ML based chat feature Aadhaar Mitra is now enabled. Residents can now submit grievances, check the status of their Aadhaar PVC cards, and more. ...Less
- Aadhaar: UIDAI may be sole agency for enrolments and collection of data
UIDAI implementing the Aadhaar project may soon be the sole agency for enrolment of residents and collect ...More
UIDAI implementing the Aadhaar project may soon be the sole agency for enrolment of residents and collection of biometric data across the country. ...Less
- Important advisory from UIDAI: Protect your Aadhaar information on e-mail, WhatsApp
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has warned Indian citizens against sharing Aadhaar d ...More
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has warned Indian citizens against sharing Aadhaar documents for updates via email or WhatsApp. Scammers have been tricking individuals into revealing sensitive Aadhaar information. To ensure the security of Aadhaar data, UIDAI advises using their official channels for updates, such as the UIDAI website or Aadhaar app. Aadhaar card holders are urged to be cautious and not share confidential details with anyone. ...Less
- UIDAI earmarks Rs 200 crore to fund Aadhaar enrolment machines for schools in talukas
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has now decided to go a step further to enable such ...More
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has now decided to go a step further to enable such enrolment through provision of Aadhaar machines and accordingly, it will facilitate the availability of two machines per taluka. ...Less
- Nandan Nilekani's UIDAI and Census' NPR in role overlap for fingerprinting and other biometric data
UIDAI has sought more funds to expand the UID enrollment exercise to virtually cover the entire populatio ...More
UIDAI has sought more funds to expand the UID enrollment exercise to virtually cover the entire population over the age of five years. ...Less
- UIDAI probing several cases of misuse of personal data
UIDAI is probing several complaints of misuse of personal data and duplication of cards while issuing 'Aa ...More
UIDAI is probing several complaints of misuse of personal data and duplication of cards while issuing 'Aadhaar' numbers to individuals. ...Less
- Wipro disagrees with CAG on undue favour by UIDAI
In a report tabled in Parliament on Tuesday, the statutory auditor said UIDAI had granted undue favour to ...More
In a report tabled in Parliament on Tuesday, the statutory auditor said UIDAI had granted undue favour to Wipro in a maintenance contract worth Rs.4.92 crore. ...Less
- Precautions must while sharing Aadhaar number online: UIDAI
The statement by UIDAI come in backdrop of reports claiming that information about Aadhaar may be availab ...More
The statement by UIDAI come in backdrop of reports claiming that information about Aadhaar may be available from third party websites. ...Less
- UIDAI says stringent processes in place, slams enrolment software breach reports
UIDAI said its enrolment software comes with necessary safeguards and checks to protect against any manip ...More
UIDAI said its enrolment software comes with necessary safeguards and checks to protect against any manipulation, as it discredited the claims in the report as "baseless and false". ...Less
- UIDAI Finance advisor's role, powers clipped
UIDAI has has issued orders to limit its financial advisor's role to just finance, accounting and budget ...More
UIDAI has has issued orders to limit its financial advisor's role to just finance, accounting and budget functions. ...Less
- Not possible to introduce ghost entries into Aadhaar database: UIDAI
Referring to a news report of Aadhaar enrolment software being allegedly hacked, the UIDAI statement clai ...More
Referring to a news report of Aadhaar enrolment software being allegedly hacked, the UIDAI statement claimed that "certain vested interests are deliberately trying to create confusion in the minds of people which is completely unwarranted". ...Less
- UIDAI should review issue of Aadhaar to children below 5 yrs, mull alternates to establish unique ID: CAG
There had been instances of issuance of Aadhaars with the same biometric data to different residents indi ...More
There had been instances of issuance of Aadhaars with the same biometric data to different residents indicating flaws in the de-duplication process and issue of Aadhaars on faulty biometrics and documents, the principal auditor said in its report on the functioning of UIDAI. ...Less
- Cabinet may take final call on future of UIDAI tomorrow
The government is likely to take the final decision tomorrow on the proposal to give statutory powers to ...More
The government is likely to take the final decision tomorrow on the proposal to give statutory powers to Nandan Nilekani-led UIDAI to issue national identity cards to the entire population instead of the mandated 200 million. ...Less
- Use Aadhaar confidently but maintain same usage hygiene as bank account, passport: UIDAI
Residents are advised not to share Aadhaar openly in the public domain, particularly on social media and ...More
Residents are advised not to share Aadhaar openly in the public domain, particularly on social media and other public platforms, UIDAI said in a statement. ...Less
- UIDAI seeks cabinet nod to expand in UP, Bihar, Chhatisgarh & Uttarakhand
UIDAI has approached Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs for an approval to expand its enrollment manda ...More
UIDAI has approached Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs for an approval to expand its enrollment mandate to UP, Bihar, Chhatisgarh & Uttarakhand at a cost of Rs 1265 cr. ...Less
- No outages in facility linking Aadhaar with PAN, EPFO; all services stable: UIDAI
In a statement issued on Saturday, UIDAI emphasised that all its services are "stable and functioning fin ...More
In a statement issued on Saturday, UIDAI emphasised that all its services are "stable and functioning fine". "There have been no outages in its Aadhaar-PAN/EPFO linking facility, which is authentication-based facility," it added. ...Less
- UIDAI refutes reports of Aadhaar data snoop; says system secure
The statement by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) came after WikiLeaks hinted that CI ...More
The statement by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) came after WikiLeaks hinted that CIA had allegedly accessed the Aadhaar database. ...Less
- Planning Commission wants Nandan Nilekani-led UIDAI to be monitored
Planning panel has raised questions about administrative structure of the UIDAI and called for appointmen ...More
Planning panel has raised questions about administrative structure of the UIDAI and called for appointment of an independent financial advisor. ...Less
- Some ground covered, PM Manmohan Singh to fix UIDAI mandate tomorrow
The Home Ministry had raised concerns on allowing UIDAI to extend its coverage from 200 million to 1.2 bi ...More
The Home Ministry had raised concerns on allowing UIDAI to extend its coverage from 200 million to 1.2 billion people as the ongoing census is also capturing biometric information. ...Less
- Government likely to allow UIDAI to start enrollment in NPR states
Government is likely to allow on Thursday UIDAI, which issues unique ID numbers to residents, to start en ...More
Government is likely to allow on Thursday UIDAI, which issues unique ID numbers to residents, to start enrolments in areas other than 18 states & union territories allocated to it. ...Less
- Now, download Masked Aadhaar from UIDAI website
UIDAI has introduced 'Masked Aadhaar' which is an option that allows one to cover the 12-digit unique ide ...More
UIDAI has introduced 'Masked Aadhaar' which is an option that allows one to cover the 12-digit unique identity in the downloaded Aadhaar or e-Aadhaar. ...Less
- Govt pegs UIDAI's allocation at Rs 985 cr for FY21
In the current fiscal, the UIDAI was originally allocated Rs 1,227 crore when the Modi-2.0 government pre ...More
In the current fiscal, the UIDAI was originally allocated Rs 1,227 crore when the Modi-2.0 government presented the Union Budget on July 5 last year. ...Less
- UIDAI trashes ZDNet report, refutes Aadhaar data leak claim by Delhi researcher
“There is no truth in this story as there has been absolutely no breach of UIDAI’s Aadhaar database. Aadh ...More
“There is no truth in this story as there has been absolutely no breach of UIDAI’s Aadhaar database. Aadhaar remains safe and secure,” UIDAI said. ...Less
- UIDAI has suspended 1.2% of the total operators for attempted fraudulent activities
About 1.2 % of the total operators have been suspended in last one year, due to attempted fraudulent acti ...More
About 1.2 % of the total operators have been suspended in last one year, due to attempted fraudulent activities and necessary penal action has been taken in such cases, the UIDAI said on Tuesday. ...Less
- System to be ready in 3 months to offer Aadhaar to NRIs sans 180 day wait: UIDAI CEO
UIDAI systems are being readied for the facility and necessary legal measures are to be notified soon, UI ...More
UIDAI systems are being readied for the facility and necessary legal measures are to be notified soon, UIDAI CEO Ajay Bhushan Pandey told ...Less
- UIDAI asks banks to use Aadhaar eKYC for DBT users; voluntary offline Aadhaar for other customers
In its circular to banks, the UIDAI said that for customers giving declaration that they want to receive ...More
In its circular to banks, the UIDAI said that for customers giving declaration that they want to receive entitled benefits or subsidies of welfare schemes funded from the Consolidated Fund of India in their account directly. ...Less
- HP, IBM: UIDAI tender process unfair
HP also raised the issue of the UIDAI picking up a technology which it says will become obsolete in three ...More
HP also raised the issue of the UIDAI picking up a technology which it says will become obsolete in three years. ...Less
- UIDAI's new challenge: How technology will be used for transactions like opening bank accounts, paying wages
93.5% -- that’s the success the UIDAI claims in transaction pilots, at first go. Next step is trials in 5 ...More
93.5% -- that’s the success the UIDAI claims in transaction pilots, at first go. Next step is trials in 50 districts and a figure near 100%. ...Less
- UIDAI information by individuals will be kept confidential: Govt
The government informed Parliament that the information provided by individuals for issuance of UIDAI num ...More
The government informed Parliament that the information provided by individuals for issuance of UIDAI numbers will be kept confidential. ...Less
- Enrol JEE aspirants for Aadhaar on priority basis: UIDAI
"UIDAI has directed all its Registrars and enrolment agencies to enrol JEE applicants on priority basis," ...More
"UIDAI has directed all its Registrars and enrolment agencies to enrol JEE applicants on priority basis," UIDAI CEO said. ...Less
- UIDAI asks state governments, entities to verify Aadhaar before accepting it
Aadhaar is accepted for around 1,000 government schemes and UIDAI is in active discussion with states to ...More
Aadhaar is accepted for around 1,000 government schemes and UIDAI is in active discussion with states to use the Aadhaar platform in various other schemes. It is voluntary for residents to use the Aadhaar number to establish their identity by presenting their Aadhaar either in paper or electronic form. UIDAI has issued over 135 crore Aadhaar to date. ...Less
- Aadhaar data base fully safe and secure, says UIDAI
According to Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI), there has been no incident of misuse of Aa ...More
According to Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI), there has been no incident of misuse of Aadhaar biometrics leading to identity theft and financial loss . ...Less
- UIDAI cites experts to say its database can't be hacked
Professor Rajat Moona, Director IIT Bhilai and member of the Security Review Committee of UIDAI says the ...More
Professor Rajat Moona, Director IIT Bhilai and member of the Security Review Committee of UIDAI says the claims of hacking made in a media report are "ill-informed". ...Less
- UIDAI registration for all Aadhaar authentication devices soon
"We are going to say that in India only registered devices will work (for Aadhaar authentication). If you ...More
"We are going to say that in India only registered devices will work (for Aadhaar authentication). If you want to use Aadhaar authentication then your devices will have to be registered with us," Ajay Bhushan Pandey, CEO of UIDAI said. ...Less
- UIDAI says Aadhaar an identification, not profiling tool
UIDAI dismissed concerns that linking of various information with Aadhaar could lead to government monito ...More
UIDAI dismissed concerns that linking of various information with Aadhaar could lead to government monitoring, surveillance or possible misuse. ...Less
- Montek says UIDAI better than Home Ministry's proposal
The Planning Commission today said the Nandan Nilekani-led UIDAI project is better than the one being adv ...More
The Planning Commission today said the Nandan Nilekani-led UIDAI project is better than the one being advocated by the Home Ministry. ...Less
- UIDAI working with World Bank, UN to take Aadhaar tech overseas
UIDAI CEO Saurabh Garg also said the authority is forming an advisory board for different sectors for enr ...More
UIDAI CEO Saurabh Garg also said the authority is forming an advisory board for different sectors for enrolments, authentication, customer relationship management, among others. ...Less
- UIDAI, ISRO ink pact for technical collaboration
The MoU was signed by Shailendra Singh, Deputy Director General of UIDAI and Prakash Chauhan, Director, N ...More
The MoU was signed by Shailendra Singh, Deputy Director General of UIDAI and Prakash Chauhan, Director, NRSC in the presence of CEO of UIDAI. Other senior officers of UIDAI and NRSC were also present on the occasion. "NRSC will also provide web-based portal to collect and store data pertaining to existing and new enrolment centres to improve citizen centric services by carrying out regular statutory inspections," the statement said. ...Less
- Identification issues: UIDAI, NPR and the growing list of identifiers
The UIDAI is capturing biometrics. So is the NPR and some states. And a Central ministry wants to join in ...More
The UIDAI is capturing biometrics. So is the NPR and some states. And a Central ministry wants to join in too adding to the list. ...Less
- Concerned over provisions of UIDAI's face authentication norms for telcos, says COAI
A UIDAI source, however, sought to play down COAI's apprehensions saying that the authority's norms are a ...More
A UIDAI source, however, sought to play down COAI's apprehensions saying that the authority's norms are aimed at ensuring security and integrity of the entire process. ...Less
- UIDAI relaxes minimum Aadhaar enrolment targets, related deadlines for banks
UIDAI has asked banks to ensure that at least eight enrolments or updations are carried out daily in each ...More
UIDAI has asked banks to ensure that at least eight enrolments or updations are carried out daily in each stipulated branch from November 1, 2018. ...Less
- UIDAI allows Airtel to do Aadhaar-based checks till FY18 end
In December, UIDAI suspended Bharti Airtel and Airtel Payments Bank from conducting Aadhaar-based verific ...More
In December, UIDAI suspended Bharti Airtel and Airtel Payments Bank from conducting Aadhaar-based verification of customers following certain complaints. ...Less
- Bank of Baroda inks pact with UIDAI for data collection
State-owned Bank of Baroda today signed an agreement with the Unique Identification Authority of India (U ...More
State-owned Bank of Baroda today signed an agreement with the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) to act as a registrar for the project. ...Less
- Government asks UIDAI to take RGI data after P Chidambaram's complaint
Government today directed the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) to accept the biometric da ...More
Government today directed the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) to accept the biometric data collected by Registrar-General of India. ...Less
- UIDAI extended undue favour of Rs 4.92 crore to Wipro: CAG
CAG also found that UIDAI incurred a loss of Rs 1.41 crore by not following the government policy of rout ...More
CAG also found that UIDAI incurred a loss of Rs 1.41 crore by not following the government policy of routing its advertisements through DAVP. ...Less
- UIDAI says no breach of Aadhaar data through the app
Abhinav Srivastav was arrested in connection with a complaint filed by UIDAI for misusing Aadhaar data ob ...More
Abhinav Srivastav was arrested in connection with a complaint filed by UIDAI for misusing Aadhaar data obtained from its website without authentication. ...Less
- Delhi Govt and UIDAI to ink pact
Delhi Government will soon sign a pact with UIDAI for smooth implementation of its ambitious project to i ...More
Delhi Government will soon sign a pact with UIDAI for smooth implementation of its ambitious project to issue identification numbers to the city's residents. ...Less
- Sharing of biometric information not impermissible: UIDAI tells Delhi HC
UIDAI said that "core biometric information" has been defined in the Aadhaar Act to mean fingerprint, IRI ...More
UIDAI said that "core biometric information" has been defined in the Aadhaar Act to mean fingerprint, IRIS scan, or other biological attributes and there is a clear prohibition against sharing or using core biometrics for any reason whatsoever. ...Less
- Aadhaar Tamper Proof QR code: UIDAI spells do's and don'ts of the tamper proof QR Code scanning by residents
The Aadhaar tamper-proof QR code scanning guidelines were published by the Unique Identification Authorit ...More
The Aadhaar tamper-proof QR code scanning guidelines were published by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI). ...Less
- UIDAI, telcos & handset companies say 'no role in appearance of Aadhaar helpline number'
UIDAI, which manages the country’s Aadhaar project, said in a statement that it has not asked handset mak ...More
UIDAI, which manages the country’s Aadhaar project, said in a statement that it has not asked handset makers and telecom service providers to include its toll-free number on mobile phones. ...Less
- UIDAI to start informing Aadhaar numbers through e-mails,SMSes
The long-wait for the unique identity number would soon be over with the UIDAI deciding to inform residen ...More
The long-wait for the unique identity number would soon be over with the UIDAI deciding to inform residents about their numbers. ...Less
- UIDAI shuts down 24 unauthorised websites and mobile apps
The UIDAI said any Aadhaar-related demographic information can only be shared following the procedures la ...More
The UIDAI said any Aadhaar-related demographic information can only be shared following the procedures laid down in the Aadhaar Act, 2016. ...Less
- Multiple ways available to establish veracity of Aadhaar: UIDAI
For online mode, the age band, gender, state and last 3 digits of mobile of an Aadhaar holder can be veri ...More
For online mode, the age band, gender, state and last 3 digits of mobile of an Aadhaar holder can be verified by visiting myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in/verifyAadhaar by feeding the Aadhaar number, an official release said. ...Less
- Government to table UIDAI Bill in Monsoon Session: Montek
The Commission, which is providing administrative support to the Authority, has been asked to draft the B ...More
The Commission, which is providing administrative support to the Authority, has been asked to draft the Bill that would provide legal sanctity to the UIDAI. ...Less
- Aadhaar is mandatory, UIDAI writes to all ministries and states
“In case, there are no existing enrolment facilities nearby, they are required to become UIDAI registrars ...More
“In case, there are no existing enrolment facilities nearby, they are required to become UIDAI registrars so that they can set up enrolment facilities themselves," the letter said. ...Less
- 93 per cent adults voluntarily possess Aadhaar: UIDAI
Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) today said 93 per cent of adults in India voluntarily po ...More
Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) today said 93 per cent of adults in India voluntarily possess Aadhaar number as per a recent finding. ...Less
- NPR & UIDAI: Cost of both projects pegged at Rs 15, 000 crore
Planning Commission note, argued the exclusion of iris and convergence of NPR & UIDAI could cut the combi ...More
Planning Commission note, argued the exclusion of iris and convergence of NPR & UIDAI could cut the combined cost of the two projects by half. ...Less
- UIDAI unveils Virtual ID in beta form; service providers to use new feature soon
UIDAI had stated that it will be compulsory for all agencies that undertake authentication to accept the ...More
UIDAI had stated that it will be compulsory for all agencies that undertake authentication to accept the Virtual ID from their users from June 1, 2018. ...Less
- Aadhaar update: UIDAI makes online document update in Aadhaar free of cost
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has decided to make it free for citizens to update d ...More
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has decided to make it free for citizens to update documents in their Aadhaar online, a move that prioritises the interests of the citizens and will benefit millions of Indians. ...Less
- Finance Ministry says UIDAI does not need to pay income tax
Income tax: The income of UIDAI is now exempt from income tax for five years until the fiscal year 2027-2 ...More
Income tax: The income of UIDAI is now exempt from income tax for five years until the fiscal year 2027-28. This includes grants, fees, and interest earned from deposits. This exemption was notified by the Central Board of Direct Taxes, provided UIDAI abstains from any commercial activities during this period. ...Less
- UIDAI covers 35% of UP population under Aaadhar; 25% in Bihar
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has generated Aadhaar numbers for as many as 35 per ...More
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has generated Aadhaar numbers for as many as 35 per cent of the population in Uttar Pradesh and 25 per cent in Bihar. ...Less
- Nandan Nilekani, home ministry end UIDAI tiff, to divide data collection
The Cabinet gave permission to the Nilekani-led UIDAI to collect data from another 400 million residents ...More
The Cabinet gave permission to the Nilekani-led UIDAI to collect data from another 400 million residents and asked the RGI to collect similar data. ...Less
- UIDAI launches 'Aadhaar Official Channel' on YouTube
UIDAI today launched the 'Aadhaar Official Channel' on YouTube as part of its efforts to educate people a ...More
UIDAI today launched the 'Aadhaar Official Channel' on YouTube as part of its efforts to educate people about the features of the UID numbers issued. ...Less
- DEITY ex-secretary J Satyanarayana is new UIDAI chairperson
Under the recently passed Aadhaar Act, the government has to appoint a chairperson on parttime or full-ti ...More
Under the recently passed Aadhaar Act, the government has to appoint a chairperson on parttime or full-time basis, two parttime members and a CEO of UIDAI. ...Less
- Government asks UIDAI and NPR to complete Aadhaar enrolments by March
In the recent months, government has provided fresh impetus to the UIDAI by linking Aadhaar to various sc ...More
In the recent months, government has provided fresh impetus to the UIDAI by linking Aadhaar to various schemes and initiatives. ...Less
