UIDAI ADVISORY
People eligible for Aadhaar can enroll using iris scan if fingerprint unavailable: Government
The statement comes after Minister of State for Electronics and IT Rajeev Chandrasekhar intervened to ensure the enrolment of a woman, Josymol P Jose, in Kerala who could not get enrolled for Aadhaar as she did not have fingers. A team from the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) visited Jose at her home in Kumarakam, Kottayam district, in Kerala, the same day and got her Aadhaar number generated, the statement said.
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 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.
How to download masked Aadhaar card
In masked Aadhaar only the final four digits of the 12-digit Aadhaar number will be visible in the document, protecting the subscriber's identity by masking the first eight digits. This ensures that the card cannot be misused even if it is lost or misplaced.
UIDAI issues advisory for those who have not updated Aadhaar for a long time. Here are details
During the past decade, Aadhaar number has emerged as a universally accepted proof of identity of residents in India. More than 1,100 government schemes and programs, including 319 run by the central government, use Aadhaar based identification for delivery of services. Besides, many financial institutions like banks and NBFCs use Aadhaar to authenticate and onboard customers seamlessly.
MeitY withdraws advisory on Aadhaar Card photocopy
In the fresh notification, the IT ministry said the notification had been issued by the regional office “in the context of an attempt to misuse a photoshopped Aadhaar card.”
Govt withdraws advisory on sharing of Aadhaar photocopy
The central government on Sunday withdrew its May 27 advisory in which it had asked citizens to share only masked versions of their Aadhaar cards with organisations in order to prevent its misuse.
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Avoid sharing photocopy of Aadhaar, share only masked version: Govt advisory
In a press release on Sunday, the government said, "Do not share photocopy of your Aadhaar with any organisation as it can be misused.
Over Rs 4,350 cr transferred to ineligible beneficiaries under PM-KISAN scheme; advisory issued to states for refunds: Govt
In reply to a written question in Lok Sabha, Agriculture Minister Narendra Singh Tomar said, "an amount of more than Rs 4,352.49 crore which is 2 per cent of the total amount transferred to all the beneficiaries has been reported to have been transferred to ineligible beneficiaries".
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 enrolments, authentication, customer relationship management, among others.
Telcos call for voluntary use of Aadhaar in e-KYC process
The SC had, last month, struck down a provision in the Aadhaar Act that allowed biometric verification by private entities.
Vodafone Idea, Airtel & Jio submit Aadhaar exit plans to UIDAI
Operators have written to the regulator saying that although they will comply with the Supreme Court’s verdict, all investments made so far in e-KYC will now be wasted if Aadhaar-based authentication is completely scrapped.
Banks opening accounts using Aadhaar copy without biometric/OTP check will be liable for loss: UIDAI
If a bank account is opened by accepting Aadhaar without biometric or OTP authentication and other verification, then bank will be held responsible for any loss.
Aadhaar dare effect: UIDAI plans public outreach on dos and don'ts of sharing ID number
FAQ will address half a dozen queries related to the issue that has been debated over past fortnight
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 makers and telecom service providers to include its toll-free number on mobile phones.
UIDAI advises people to refrain from posting Aadhaar number on social media
Trai Chairman R S Sharma had earlier dared hackers to harm him by posting his Aadhaar number on Twitter.
How to link your LIC policies with your Aadhaar
Earlier the Irdai had issued a circular making it mandatory for all policyholders to link their Aadhaar and PAN details to their insurance policies.
Facial biometrics make Aadhaar for elderly near foolproof
A study for UIDAI showed that the acceptance of Aadhaar ID rose from 83% for senior citizens to close to 100% once facial recognition was mated with fingerprints for authentication.
India needs a security and privacy law: Nandan Nilekani, former chairman, UIDAI
Nilekani says demonetisation has hastened digitisation, stresses need for safeguards in view of data deluge underway in the country and impending GST rollout.
UIDAI system foolproof, Aadhaar data can't be leaked: Government
Without taking name of Dhoni's wife, he said she has raised the issue, claiming that the Ministry of Electronics and IT has admitted to the data leakage.
Nandan & Rohini Nilekani's 'world of good': How they are working on community-minded projects like EkStep
Their biggest initiative is EkStep, an education app that aspires to fix the learning challenges faced by India’s 200 million children between 5-10 years.
India needs political will to promote phone banking: Sam Pitroda
India needs strong political will to enable phone banking services to facilitate payment of salaries & school fees through electronics, said Pitroda.
Government decides the structure of the new entity that will replace Planning Commission
The PMO will soon take a call on the proposal that will revamp the PlanComm - something that PM has been insisting on ever since he assumed office 100 days back.
UIDAI, Nasscom to build applications for Aadhar
“I’m learning of lots and lots of cases that I would not even have thought of,” said Nandan Nilekani, chairman of UIDAI
Direct Cash Transfer scheme: 6 questions UPA need to give convincing answers
On Dec 17, Jairam Ramesh and Nandan Nilekani will brief the NAC and select members of the media about the government’s cash transfer plan.
Pranab Mukherjee takes credit for all key UPA feats
Pranab Mukherjee's official website has claimed that he was instrumental in several key policy decisions of the UPA govt including RTI, right to employment and food security.
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 50 districts and a figure near 100%.
Union Budget 2011: India banks on IT to reboot key projects
The govt is betting big on Information Technology in a bid to revive ailing projects, boost new initiatives and improve governance.
UIDAI panel proposes massive information blitz
The UIDAI is planning a major information blitz using government resources like Doordarshan, new media and innovative on-the-ground communication.
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