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- Centre to launch biggest-ever digital life certificate campaign across 2,000 cities from November 1
A nationwide Digital Life Certificate campaign is scheduled to begin across 2,000 locations in India. Thi ...More
A nationwide Digital Life Certificate campaign is scheduled to begin across 2,000 locations in India. This campaign aims to simplify the process of submitting life certificates for pensioners by adopting digital methods. The initiative will use face authentication technology to facilitate easy access for elderly pensioners. Various government departments and organizations will work together to ensure effective outreach. ...Less
- India is addressing Wall Street’s favourite ‘elephant’ in the room to its own advantage
The Indian government has identified 762 potential applications of artificial intelligence across 62 mini ...More
The Indian government has identified 762 potential applications of artificial intelligence across 62 ministries and departments, spanning farming, railway safety, tax compliance, public grievances, customs and healthcare. While some tools are already in use, others remain in pilot or development stages. ...Less
- UIDAI Aadhaar name change rules: How to change name after marriage, fix spelling mistakes, add or remove names and complete the update process
Aadhaar name change rules have been revised by UIDAI under a new Standard Operating Procedure issued on S ...More
Aadhaar name change rules have been revised by UIDAI under a new Standard Operating Procedure issued on September 18, 2026. The updated process categorises name updates into minor corrections, data-entry errors, marital changes, regional-language errors and major name changes. Check the required documents, step-by-step process, Gazette notification rules and the applicable Rs 75 demographic update fee. ...Less
- Nandan Nilekani, NEET reform panel head, wants to end ‘question papers’: Infosys co-founder has an unusual plan to prevent paper leaks
Nandan Nilekani's Anti-Neet Paper Leak Plan: Nandan Nilekani has proposed generating NEET question papers ...More
Nandan Nilekani's Anti-Neet Paper Leak Plan: Nandan Nilekani has proposed generating NEET question papers at the last minute using AI and a large question bank to reduce paper leak risks. The Infosys co-founder also wants India to expand computer-based testing facilities as part of wider examination reforms. ...Less
- New Aadhaar name correction rules: How to change your name in Aadhaar; what is not allowed; and documents required
UIDAI has updated Standard Operating Procedure for changing names in Aadhaar cards, detailing the necessa ...More
UIDAI has updated Standard Operating Procedure for changing names in Aadhaar cards, detailing the necessary documentation and scenarios for different types of name alterations. ...Less
- ‘Indian hotels have spoiled us’: Entrepreneur pays $600 for US hotel stay, shocked by what was on breakfast menu
An Indian entrepreneur’s comparison of hotel breakfasts in the US and India has sparked a debate online a ...More
An Indian entrepreneur’s comparison of hotel breakfasts in the US and India has sparked a debate online after he found the food options limited during a stay at a JW Marriott costing around $600 per night. Vineeth K highlighted the elaborate spreads often offered at Indian and Asian luxury hotels, while users debated food variety, value for money and whether bigger breakfast buffets necessarily mean a better hotel experience. ...Less
- Fuel, finance shocks already hitting global economy; India better placed but not insulated: Neelkanth Mishra
Higher fuel costs and tighter financial conditions are significantly affecting global demand and capital ...More
Higher fuel costs and tighter financial conditions are significantly affecting global demand and capital costs. India is comparatively better positioned than many developed markets, yet it remains vulnerable due to imported energy. The high dependence on crude oil and foreign capital poses risks for India's growth amid global economic pressures. Global bond yields have risen, increasing pressures on mortgage rates and investment costs domestically. ...Less
- Scammers now don't want your money or password, they just want...: Financial advisor warns of new fraud that can drain your finances in 30 minutes
A viral social media warning claims scammers are approaching people in public places for help with their ...More
A viral social media warning claims scammers are approaching people in public places for help with their phones and using the interaction to steal biometric information. The post alleges that AI-generated identities could then be used to obtain loans within 30 minutes. However, the specific claims about instantly stealing fingerprints, faces and voices through such an interaction remain unverified. ...Less
- Exam reforms: Nilekani-led panel consults ex-ISRO chief who headed Radhakrishnan Committee
The Nandan Nilekani-led high-level task force is currently consulting various stakeholders on exam reform ...More
The Nandan Nilekani-led high-level task force is currently consulting various stakeholders on exam reforms. This task force was formed following the controversies surrounding recent NEET paper leaks. It aims to recommend comprehensive reforms to enhance the security and transparency of examination processes. The previous Radhakrishnan Committee's recommendations are being studied to prevent future leaks. The task force continues its discussions with experts from various educational and governmental backgrounds. ...Less
- New government site: Single portal being planned for UPSC, SSC, RRB exams to simplify applications and avoid exam date clashes
The Department of Personnel and Training is creating a centralized portal for government job applications ...More
The Department of Personnel and Training is creating a centralized portal for government job applications and examinations. This innovative platform requires candidates to register just once, simplifying their experience across multiple agencies. A key feature is the synchronization of exam schedules to prevent overlapping dates and notify applicants of any updates or changes, addressing recent challenges in recruitment processes. ...Less
- UIDAI using AI extensively to detect fraud: Chairman Neelkanth Mishra
UIDAI is extensively deploying Artificial Intelligence to detect and counter fraud effectively. Daily Aad ...More
UIDAI is extensively deploying Artificial Intelligence to detect and counter fraud effectively. Daily Aadhaar authentications have dramatically risen and infrastructure is expanding. Agentic use cases are anticipated to grow significantly over the next three years. The Aadhaar Face Authentication SDK and Sandbox were launched at the Global Fintech Fest. These tools enable seamless integration and testing of face authentication services. ...Less
- UIDAI working to take Aadhaar global, says CEO Saurabh Vijay
The Unique Identification Authority of India is planning to expand Aadhaar globally. This initiative aims ...More
The Unique Identification Authority of India is planning to expand Aadhaar globally. This initiative aims to benefit non-resident Indians and overseas citizens of India. The organisation is working on interoperability and legal frameworks for international use. Digital KYC using Aadhaar authentication has already eased customer onboarding processes. ...Less
- GFF 2026: 'Facing 100 cyberattacks everyday', says Neelkanth Mishra as UIDAI steps up AI and Quantum safeguards
UIDAI faces hundreds of daily hacker attacks and uses AI for safeguarding its systems. Machine learning d ...More
UIDAI faces hundreds of daily hacker attacks and uses AI for safeguarding its systems. Machine learning detects identity manipulation and blocks unauthorized access to biometric data. The authority is preparing for quantum computing threats with post-quantum cryptography measures. UIDAI is expanding its reach through software integrations for resident verification. ...Less
- EPFO: Check EPF balance; download passbook, activate UAN & more; 5 EPF services available on Umang app
The EPFO has now made it possible for users to generate and activate their UAN directly via the UMANG app ...More
The EPFO has now made it possible for users to generate and activate their UAN directly via the UMANG app. This innovative approach incorporates Aadhaar-based facial recognition, streamlining access to essential EPFO services. After activating their UAN, employees can easily check their EPF balance and download passbooks. ...Less
- HC flags fraudulent use of Aadhaar by infiltrators to get Indian citizenship; calls for action
The Bombay High Court has raised alarms about foreign nationals fraudulently securing Indian legal docume ...More
The Bombay High Court has raised alarms about foreign nationals fraudulently securing Indian legal documents, revealing critical gaps in the coordination and verification processes among various agencies. The court demanded immediate action from the Centre to rectify this troubling situation. It also instructed the government to explore legislative changes to prevent the re-entry of these individuals and highlighted the necessity for efficient completion of related investigations. ...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
- Starlink to use Aadhaar e-KYC for customer onboarding as UIDAI signs up satellite internet provider
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has onboarded satellite internet provider Starlink S ...More
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has onboarded satellite internet provider Starlink Satellite Communication Pvt Ltd, allowing the company to use Aadhaar-based authentication for verifying customers, a move expected to make the process faster, more secure and seamless. ...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
- Is your data truly yours? India's sovereignty struggle with foreign cloud providers and AI
Indian enterprises now prioritize data sovereignty over cost and scale in cloud procurement. New regulati ...More
Indian enterprises now prioritize data sovereignty over cost and scale in cloud procurement. New regulations and geopolitical shifts highlight the importance of data control. Data residency does not guarantee jurisdictional independence from foreign governments. India's AI ambitions require control over compute, model weights, and training data. Procurement teams must diligently assess provider sovereignty beyond security certifications. ...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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- UIDAI to use behavioural insights to increase adoption of mandatory biometric update among kids
UIDAI has partnered with research consultancy Behavioural Insights Ltd (BIT). The MoU aims to increase MB ...More
UIDAI has partnered with research consultancy Behavioural Insights Ltd (BIT). The MoU aims to increase MBU in Aadhaar for 5-year and 15-year-olds, and to address behavioural, logistical, and awareness-related barriers to ensure timely updates, UIDAI said, adding that this will enable seamless access to services and benefits linked to Aadhaar. ...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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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 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
- 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
- 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
- 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 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
- HCL Infosystems awarded Rs 102 crore in arbitration case against UIDAI
HCL Infosystems Limited received Rs 102.81 crore, plus 10% annual interest, in an arbitration against the ...More
HCL Infosystems Limited received Rs 102.81 crore, plus 10% annual interest, in an arbitration against the UIDAI. The relief pertains to dues for its extended role as a managed services provider from August 2019 to August 2021, following a unilateral contract extension. UIDAI's counterclaims of Rs 72.71 crore were also disallowed. ...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
- 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
- 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
- No more Aadhaar photocopies: UIDAI plans to launch app-based verification via QR code
Aadhaar holders will soon be able to electronically share their identity using a new mobile app, eliminat ...More
Aadhaar holders will soon be able to electronically share their identity using a new mobile app, eliminating the need for photocopies. UIDAI plans to allow online updates for address, phone number, name, and date of birth, requiring only fingerprint and iris scans at enrollment centers. ...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
- 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 Internship 2026: Apply for 28 positions in Bengaluru. Check last date, eligibility, skills & stipend
UIDAI has opened applications for its 2026 internship program at its Bengaluru Technology Centre, with ap ...More
UIDAI has opened applications for its 2026 internship program at its Bengaluru Technology Centre, with applications accepted from April 1 to April 15, 2026. Offering 28 positions with a stipend, the program is open to students in engineering, design, mathematics, and statistics, seeking candidates with technical or UI/UX skills for a minimum six-month duration. ...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
- 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
- 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
- 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 launches new Aadhaar app: Check how to download, new features of the app that allow instant digital sharing, verification
New Aadhaar App: The UIDAI has launched a new Aadhaar mobile app for iOS and Android, offering early acce ...More
New Aadhaar App: The UIDAI has launched a new Aadhaar mobile app for iOS and Android, offering early access for residents to test its features. This digital solution allows users to carry and instantly verify their Aadhaar, streamlining processes like banking and admissions while enhancing control over identity data. ...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 extends free online document update service deadline to June 2026
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has extended the free online document update facilit ...More
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has extended the free online document update facility for Aadhaar holders until June 14, 2026. This service, available on the myAadhaar portal, encourages individuals to update their proof of identity and address to maintain the accuracy of their demographic information. Millions of Aadhaar number holders are expected to benefit from this extension. ...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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- Aadhaar deactivation for deceased family member: How can you report death of a relative to UIDAI, prevent any fraud
UIDAI has recommended that Aadhaar number holders report the death of their family members on myAadhaar P ...More
UIDAI has recommended that Aadhaar number holders report the death of their family members on myAadhaar Portal after obtaining their death certificate from the municipal authorities. This move aims to prevent fraudulent use of the deceased’s Aadhaar number for activities like claiming subsidies, opening bank accounts, or availing any other benefits from the government. ...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
- 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
- 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 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
- 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
- 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 launches mascot Udai to simplify communication on public understanding of Aadhaar
The Unique Identification Authority of India has introduced a new mascot named Udai. This friendly charac ...More
The Unique Identification Authority of India has introduced a new mascot named Udai. This friendly character aims to make Aadhaar services easier for everyone to understand. Udai will help explain updates, authentication, and other Aadhaar-related information. The mascot was chosen through a national competition. UIDAI Chairman Neelkanth Mishra unveiled Udai and recognized the competition winners. ...Less
- Trai chief's personal info not fetched from Aadhaar database, servers: UIDAI
The UIDAI jumped into the debate following a full blown war of words on Twitter between Trai Chairman RS ...More
The UIDAI jumped into the debate following a full blown war of words on Twitter between Trai Chairman RS Sharma and some users over the potential of Aadhaar number being misused. ...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
- 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
- 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
- Aadhaar authentication transactions rise 10% to 221 crore in August: UIDAI
Aadhaar authentication transactions surged to 221 crore in August 2025, a 10% year-on-year increase, acco ...More
Aadhaar authentication transactions surged to 221 crore in August 2025, a 10% year-on-year increase, according to UIDAI. Face authentication also saw substantial growth, reaching 18.6 crore transactions compared to 6.04 crore last year. UIDAI noted a record 1.5 crore face authentication transactions on September 1. Over 150 entities are utilizing face authentication for seamless service delivery, contributing to 38. ...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
- UIDAI is working on simplifying offline Aadhaar for citizen KYC
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) is looking to simplify the offline KYC process linke ...More
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) is looking to simplify the offline KYC process linked to Aadhaar, hoping to drive broader adoption among financial services players. UIDAI, which oversees Aadhar, is working to make its offline identity verification service more accessible and user-friendly. ...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
- 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
- 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
- UIDAI covers one-fourth of Uttar Pradesh, generates five crore Aadhaar numbers
According to statement the UIDAI has been enrolling at present more than two-and-a-half lakh residents pe ...More
According to statement the UIDAI has been enrolling at present more than two-and-a-half lakh residents per day through over 5,000 enrollment kits. ...Less
- Haryana CM Bhupinder Singh Hooda lays foundation stone of UIDAI data centre at Manesar
Haryana Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda today laid foundation stone of Unique Identification Authori ...More
Haryana Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda today laid foundation stone of Unique Identification Authority of India's (UIDAI) Data Centre at Manesar that would be operational by June next year. ...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