Aadhaar Card: News
Launched in Jan 2009, Aadhaar Card is issued to all residents of India and contains the demographic as well as biometric details of the person it is issued to. It contains an unique 12 digit number for every person it is issued to and is the right of the common people. Aadhaar Card is a proof of identity and not of citizenship.
Need ₹5,000 fast? Fintechs now offer instant loans via Aadhaar
Fintech lenders and non-banking financial companies (NBFCs) have made personal loans easier to get in recent years.
Aadhaar now must to avail benefits under this scheme
The Indian government has made it compulsory for beneficiaries of the National Action Plan for Skill Development of Persons with Disabilities, to submit their Aadhaar number during application.
Protect your Aadhaar: Simple ways to avoid misuse
Aadhaar, a unique identification number issued by the Indian government, is crucial for various services and transactions.
Tatkal train tickets now require Aadhaar KYC: How to book
The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has made Aadhaar verification mandatory for booking Tatkal train tickets.
How to verify Aadhaar details online
Verifying Aadhaar details online is a simple task that can be accomplished in a matter of minutes.
Attention! Update your Aadhaar online for free till June 2026
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has extended the deadline of its free online document update service for Aadhaar to June 14, 2026.
Update your Aadhaar for free until next year: Here's how
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has extended the deadline for free online Aadhaar updates to June 14, 2026. After this date, regular charges may apply.
How to apply for Ayushman Vay Vandana card in India
The Indian government has launched the Ayushman Vay Vandana Card, a new initiative under the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY).
How to update address in your Aadhaar card
Updating your Aadhaar card address is a pretty easy affair and it can be done online or offline.
How to apply for an Aadhaar card
Applying for an Aadhaar card can be a long-winded task at times, however, there are ways to make it more efficient.
Aadhaar now must for subsidies under Modi government's eNAM scheme
The Union Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare has made Aadhaar compulsory, for those wanting benefits and subsidies under the electronic National Agriculture Market (eNAM) scheme.
Modi government launches app to make Aadhaar detail sharing safer
The Indian government has launched a new Aadhaar verification app that improves user privacy and makes sharing Aadhaar details digitally easier.
EPFO: You can now activate UAN via Aadhaar-based facial recognition
The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has introduced a new feature.
Here's how to correct your name on your Aadhaar card
Updating your name on the Aadhaar card is a simple and hassle-free task, which can be done online.
How to update your Aadhaar easily
Updating your Aadhaar card can be a hassle-free process if you know the right steps to follow.
How to correct your Aadhaar card details: Expert tips
Aadhaar, the unique identification number provided to residents of India, is key to a number of services. However, any erroneous details can complicate things.
Aadhaar update: What documents do you need to provide?
Updating your Aadhaar card doesn't have to be a headache - as long as you have the right documents handy!
Delhi: How to avail ₹2,500 Mahila Samriddhi Yojana monthly assistance
The Delhi government has launched the Mahila Samriddhi Yojana, a financial aid scheme to empower women from economically weaker sections.
Want to transfer vehicle ownership online? Follow these steps
The pre-owned vehicle market in India has witnessed a major boom, with several people choosing second-hand vehicles over new ones.
Aadhaar can help tackle deepfake scams. Nandan Nilekani explains how
Infosys co-founder and chairman, Nandan Nilekani, has proposed Aadhaar as a possible solution to the increasing menace of deepfake scams.
How cooperative loans help India's dairy farmers
Cooperative dairy farming loans in India are financial instruments aimed at strengthening the dairy industry, especially small and marginal farmers.
EPFO extends deadline for UAN activation, Aadhaar seeding
The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has pushed the deadline for Universal Account Number (UAN) activation and Aadhaar seeding in employees' bank accounts.
Lost government document? Here's how to track it down
The loss of government documents can induce anxiety and stress, considering their significance in our day-to-day life.
Easiest way to add your spouse's name to your Aadhaar
Adding your spouse's name to your Aadhaar card after marriage is essential for many documentation processes in India.
You can now change personal details, transfer PF online yourself
The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has launched two new online facilities, benefiting more than 7.6 crore members.
How to set UPI PIN on Paytm using Aadhaar
Paytm, India's leading digital payments platform, has launched a convenient way to set up a Unified Payments Interface (UPI) PIN without a debit card.
No Aadhaar without NRC application in Assam: Himanta Sarma
The Assam government, led by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, has announced a new policy making Aadhaar card applications dependent on the National Register of Citizens (NRC) in the state.
What is Flipkart Pay Later and how to use it
Flipkart's Pay Later is a one-of-a-kind service that lets customers buy products without paying the entire price upfront.
Married man strangles live-in partner, chops body into 40 pieces
In a shocking incident, a 25-year-old Jharkhand man has been arrested for allegedly murdering and dismembering his live-in partner of two years.
How to update your KYC for PM Jan Dhan account
As the Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) accounts near their 10-year mark, a new Know Your Customer (KYC) update is due.
Ayushman Bharat ₹5L free insurance: How senior citizens can enroll
Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently launched the Ayushman Bharat health insurance scheme, exclusively for senior citizens aged 70 and above.
What is 'digital arrest' scam and how to protect yourself
A disturbing new cybercrime trend has emerged in India - the 'digital arrest' scam.
Baba Siddique murder: Accused not minor, bone ossification test reveals
A bone ossification test has established that Dharmaraj Kashyap, one of the accused in the murder of Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader Baba Siddique, is not a minor as he had claimed.
Manage multiple Aadhaar profiles from one app: Here's how
The mAadhaar app, made by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI), is a super-easy-to-use mobile app that lets you carry your Aadhaar info digitally.
Video: Shivraj Singh's car gets stuck in pothole in Jharkhand
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan found himself stuck in a large pothole on Monday as he was on his way to Baharagora, Jharkhand.
You can now update Aadhaar for free till December 14
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has extended the deadline for free Aadhaar detail updates to December 14, 2024.
Tips for updating your Aadhaar card information
The Aadhaar card, a 12-digit unique identity number issued by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI), has become indispensable for Indian citizens.
Attention! Last chance for free Aadhaar updates ends September 14
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has announced September 14 as the final date for free Aadhaar detail updates.
Hansal Mehta accuses officials of 'harassment' for delaying daughter's Aadhaar
Acclaimed Bollywood filmmaker Hansal Mehta has publicly voiced his dissatisfaction with the Aadhaar card registration process.
Cops unsure how long US woman was chained in forest
The American woman discovered tied to a tree with an iron chain in Maharashtra's Sindhudurg district is too weak to record her statement, police said.
Woman found chained in Maharashtra forest with US passport copy
A 50-year-old woman, identified as Lalita Kayi, was found chained to a tree in a forest in Maharashtra's Sindhudurg district.
MP Kangana's 'bring Aadhaar to meet me' announcement sparks row
Bollywood actor and newly-elected Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Member of Parliament (MP) Kangana Ranaut has sparked controversy by requesting constituents in her Lok Sabha constituency, Mandi to present their Aadhaar Cards for meetings.
Want to activate UAN number online? Follow these steps
Knowing how to activate your Universal Account Number (UAN) online, is crucial for efficient management of your Employee Provident Fund (EPF) account.
Indian government allows standard TDS rates for PAN-Aadhaar-linked individuals
The Indian government has permitted deductors to apply standard Tax Deduction at Source (TDS) rates for individuals, who have linked their PAN with Aadhaar by May 31, 2024.
Lok Sabha elections: Can you vote without voter ID card
The high stakes Lok Sabha elections are set to commence with the first phase on Friday and continue until June 1.
UIDAI issues new rules for Aadhaar updation: Check here
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has updated its guidelines for amending Aadhaar card information, making it easier for cardholders to update their details.
Update Aadhaar details online for free till March: Here's how
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has extended the deadline to update Aadhaar card details for free, from December 14, 2023, to March 14, 2024.
Government to issue unique Aadhaar-like customer ID to mobile users
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) is putting the finishing touches on a new plan to assign unique customer IDs to mobile users.
Deadline for PAN-Aadhaar linking ends today: How to complete process
The deadline to link the Permanent Account Number (PAN) to Aadhaar ends today (June 30), as per the announcement by the Ministry of Finance.
How to get your Aadhaar card verified through QR code
Recently, the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has made it free for individuals to update their Aadhaar card online.
Centre proposes rules to enable Aadhaar authentication by other entities
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) on Thursday proposed rules to enable Aadhaar authentication by entities other than government ministries and departments.
Why you should update your Aadhaar details every 10 years
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) encourages every Aadhaar holder to update their details once every 10 years.
PAN-Aadhaar linking deadline extended to June 30, 2023
The deadline to link the Permanent Account Number (PAN) to Aadhaar has been extended to June 30, 2023, the Ministry of Finance announced on Tuesday.
What is Baal Aadhaar card and how to get it
Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) issues a Baal Aadhaar card for children below the age of five.
Why do you need to link PAN card with Aadhaar
Your PAN card holds a crucial significance, and linking it with your Aadhaar card is mandatory if you want your income tax return to be processed.
The different types of Aadhaar issued by UIDAI: A guide
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) allows residents to use more than one form of Aadhaar.
Now, you can update Aadhaar details online for free
Starting today, you can update your Aadhaar details online without any cost. However, there is a catch.
What is Aadhaar Virtual ID and how to generate it
A Virtual ID is a revocable, temporary random number linked with the actual Aadhaar number.
Lost your Aadhaar card? Here's what you need to do
An Aadhaar card is a versatile document, needed for verification purposes, and losing/misplacing it, can bring huge problems.
How to link your Aadhaar card with a DigiLocker account
DigiLocker is an e-portal for storing confidential documents. It was introduced by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MEIT) as part of the Digital India initiative.
How to lock/unlock your Aadhaar card through UIDAI's official website
Locking/unlocking your Aadhaar card is one of the safety practices introduced by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI).
What is Aadhaar PVC card and how to order it
An Aadhaar PVC card is the most recent version of the Aadhaar card introduced by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI).
Can someone access your bank account using your Aadhaar number
An Aadhaar card is a vital document that is needed for verification purposes, during activities such as opening bank accounts and withdrawing money from the Employee's Provident Fund (EPF).
How to update name and address on your Aadhaar card
An Aadhaar card incorporates all the important personal details of an Indian resident and assigns a 12-digit unique number that can be used to access the data whenever necessary.
UIDAI makes updating Aadhaar address online easier: Here's how
Updating the address on the Aadhaar card has become even easier. The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has introduced a new method for updating the address on the card.
Voter enrolment: 17-year-olds can register in advance, says Election Commission
Youngsters above the age of 17 can now apply in advance to be enrolled into voters' list, a statement by the Election Commission of India (EC) said.
SC to hear plea challenging Aadhaar & Voter ID linking
The Supreme Court, on Monday, will be hearing a plea against a law that proposes to link Aaadhar with Voter ID.
Income tax rules: 3 big changes to keep in mind
Three significant changes in India's income tax rules came into effect on July 1, 2022.
Hackers to smoke out Aadhaar bugs, detect security loopholes
The Government of India will now be taking help from 20 hackers to smoke out bugs in Aadhaar security systems.
Centre issues notification on linking Aadhaar with voter ID
According to an official notification from the Ministry of Law and Justice, the central government has notified the rules permitting the integration of Aadhaar numbers with voter IDs.