Aadhar

As the usage of Aadhaar takes centre stage, CEO of UIDAI explains that aadhar is not a proof of citizenship, foreign nationals can get an Aadhaar as easily. Aadhaar data is stored on a cloud and there are ways to check if the aadhar is fake or authentic. Watch the exclusive conversation with Shweta Punj

India Post adds digital banking authentication feature to help elderly and differently-abled

The feature will help banking for the elderly, differently-abled, and individuals with worn fingerprints in carrying out transactions, the statement said.

UIDAI urges parents to update Aadhaar biometrics for children aged 5-7 free of charge

Parents or guardians can update their child's details at any Aadhaar Seva Kendra or designated Aadhaar centre.

Big Money Rule Changes from July 2025 | ITR Deadline Extended & Aadhaar Made Mandatory

From new PAN card rules to revised credit card and bank charges, July 2025 is packed with crucial financial updates. Here's everything you need to know: ? ITR deadline extended from July 31 to September 15 ? Aadhaar now mandatory for new PAN applications ❌ SBI Card ends air accident cover on select premium cards ? New MAD (Minimum Amount Due) calculation on SBI Cards ? HDFC Bank introduces 1% fee on rent, wallets & gaming spends ? ICICI Bank revises ATM, cash, IMPS charges starting July 1 Stay informed and avoid penalties or hidden charges. Watch the video for full details.

Digital Arrest Scams: How Fake Police Are Emptying Bank Accounts

Imagine receiving a phone call. The voice on the other end claims you’re involved in a criminal case. Your Aadhaar card has been misused, and you’re at risk of being arrested. Panic sets in. What should you do next? Watch here to know

MAMI 2024 Gala: Sharmila Tagore returns to Bengali cinema after 15 years, told Puratawn director Suman Ghosh ‘don’t be lenient with me’

MAMI Gala Premiere: US-based economics professor-cum-filmmaker Suman Ghosh on Puratawn (The Ancient), talking films with economist Kaushik Basu, making Amartya Sen documentary, his censored film 'Aadhaar', and downfall of Bengali cinema and literature.

How to link UAN with Aadhaar: A step-by-step guide for seamless EPF transactions

Linking Aadhaar with UAN prevents duplicate accounts and allows online PF withdrawals without employer verification, making the process convenient and hassle-free.

Govt to carry out Aadhaar authentication of prisoners, their visitors

In a communication to all state governments and union territory administrations, the Union Home Ministry has conveyed that the National Informatics Centre (NIC) and ePrisons team have prepared a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) document for Aadhaar linking or Aadhaar authentication of prison inmates and their visitors with ePrisons platform for the convenience of all prison authorities.

Google Pay enables Aadhaar-based authentication for UPI activation

The service will enable Google Pay users to set their UPI PIN without a debit card, but the feature can be used only if mobile phone number, bank account and Aadhaar number are linked to each other.

Linking PAN with Aadhaar: CBDT chairperson says 48 crore linked so far

The government has made the linkage of the two databases mandatory and declared that those individual PANs that are not attached to the Aadhaar by the end of this financial year (March 31, 2023) will be rendered inoperative.A fee of Rs 1,000 will be payable for those who want to link their PAN and Aadhaar between now and March 31.

Now Aadhaar holders can update addresses online with consent of head of family

The new process can be initiated after submitting proof of relationship documents like a ration card, mark sheet, marriage certificate, passport etc, mentioning the name of both the applicant and head of family (HOF) and the relationship between them.

Piyush Goyal calls for single ID for individuals and businesses combining Aadhaar, PAN

The Commerce and Industry Minister said more than 25,000 compliances have been reduced by centre so far. But now, the time has arisen to 'think big' and make major reforms to reduce compliance further, he added.

UIDAI issues statement on reported glitches with Aadhaar, PAN and EPFO, says there have been no outages

A lot of Aadhaar users faced problems correcting identity documents and PAN EPFO linking.

EPFO extends deadline to seed Aadhar with UAN to September 1

As per the previous direction by the retirement fund body, it is mandatory to seed the Aadhaar number with the UAN while filing ECRs.

Indians should be allowed to have crypto as an asset class: Nandan Nilekani

Nilekani's stance is significant, as he is one of India's most prominent technocrats and has played a central role in building India's digital rails- be it Aadhaar, the UPI payment infrastructure, GST or FASTag.

UIDAI says all forms of Aadhaar - Letter, eAadhaar, PVC card - are valid

UIDAI has said that people can choose to use any form of Aadhaar as per their convenience and all forms of Aadhaar are acceptable as a proof of identity with due validation, without giving any preference to one form of Aadhaar over the other

Doctor's prescription not mandatory for COVID-19 testing in the national capital, says Delhi HC

A bench of justices Hima Kohli and Subramonium Prasad said people need to carry Aadhaar card for Delhi address proof and fill up a form as prescribed by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) for COVID-19 testing.

Aadhaar issued to over 90% of population: Govt

The architecture of Aadhaar ecosystem is geared to ensure security and privacy, which is an integral part of the system from the initial design to the final stage, Dhotre said.

Aadhaar is not a document of citizenship: UIDAI

The notices were issued after reports from the police, UIDAI said.

CBDT extends PAN-Aadhaar linking deadline to March, 2020

The CBDT, that frames policy for the tax department, said a notification numbered 107 has been issued in this context.

Aadhaar as e-KYC for MFs: Industry gives SEBI move a thumbs-up

"This is a step in the right direction as we had noticed lot of investors discontinuing SIPs after Aadhaar was disallowed to be used as e-KYC," said Narendra Sinha, a Mumbai-based distributor.

No need to phase out PAN, says Revenue Secy Ajay Bhushan Pandey

In her maiden Budget speech on July 5, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced that PAN and Aadhaar card can now be used interchangeably.

What is Aadhaar KYC? Know e-KYC for Aadhaar card

Aadhar KYC & e-KYC - Find out the simple ways for Aadhar e-KYC process & impact of KYC. Also, know the advantages of Aadhar based e-KYC. To know more , visit the website now!

Policy | New govt should focus on administrative and judicial reforms

India needs to create an ecosystem of continuous change. What India chooses now on the reforms and execution front will determine if it moves up on the potential growth curve, or if it goes back into the all too familiar cyclical roller coaster.

Govt tables bill to allow voluntary use of Aadhaar for SIMs, bank a/c

The bill, which seeks to amend three separate laws governing Aadhaar, telecom sector, and banking regulation, also gives a minor an option to opt out of the 12-digit identity scheme on attaining the age of 18 years.