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Aadhaar authentication downtime very low, says Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar

Minister of State Rajeev Chandrasekhar responded to The Hindu's story on Nov 10, stating Aadhaar authentication downtime was only 0.85% of the year till Sep. UIDAI reported 54 hrs 33 mins of downtime spread over 266 days, which Mr. Chandrasekhar said was planned for system upgrades. Aadhaar authentications have taken…

The Hindu · Nov 10, 2023

Migrant worker’s body to be flown back to Nagaland over a week after his death

After more than a week of uncertainty, the aged parents of Dhonu Porja (31), a migrant worker from the remote village of Changki in Nagaland, will eventually get to see their son one last time and put him to rest. Porja who was working as an agriculture labourer was electrocuted…

The Hindu · Nov 10, 2023

Aadhaar authentication continues to face glitches

In a Right to Information response to The Hindu, the UIDAI revealed that delays in sending one-time passcodes by SMS, and ‘intermittent’ and ‘minor fluctuations’ in authentication were faced by Aadhaar servers for hours-long periods throughout the year till September

The Hindu · Nov 9, 2023

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11.5 crore PAN cards deactivated after missing deadline for linking with Aadhaar: RTI reply

For new applicants of PAN card, the Aadhaar-PAN linking is done automatically during the application stage.

The Hindu · Nov 8, 2023

U.S. cyber security firm indicates data breach sourced from ICMR

The Central Government is yet to respond to reports about the American cyber security and intelligence agency Resecurity’s alert on the alleged data leak of over 81 crore Indians Aadhaar and passport information along with names, phone numbers and addresses with the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR).

The Hindu · Oct 31, 2023

'Will send some money': Unnao labourer told kin hours before he was killed in Kashmir

LUCKNOW: The family of Unnao labourer Mukesh Kumar (38), who was shot dead by terrorists in Pulwama on Monday, was unaware of the tragedy that had struck them till TOI contacted local Asoha police station and showed them the victim’s photo and Aadhaar card.

The Times of India · Oct 30, 2023

Three from Bihar arrested in connection with Aadhaar-Enabled Payment System fraud cases in Mangaluru

MANGALURU: Mangaluru police arrested three persons from Bihar for their alleged involvement in several Aadhaar-enabled payment system (AEPS) fraud cases.

The Times of India · Oct 29, 2023

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Graduates urged to register their names in voter list

Kalaburagi Revenue Division Registrar of Voters Krishna Bajpai urges eligible graduates to register for voter list of North-East Graduates Constituency without delay. Revision process began 25 days ago; submit marks cards/convocation certificate, residential certificate/Aadhaar card with self/gazetted officer attestation before Nov 6, 2023 to participate in electoral process.

The Hindu · Oct 27, 2023

Aadhaar card racket: Suresh Kumar seeks CBI or NIA probe

Describing the recent incident of fake Aadhaar cards being provided by an entrepreneur at R.T. Nagar here as a serious crime related to national security, former Law Minister and BJP leader S. Suresh Kumar has demanded a probe by a national agency such as the CBI or the NIA.

The Hindu · Oct 25, 2023

Several people in Uttarakhand found to have dual citizenship of India, Nepal

Govt. identifying dual citizens in Pithoragarh/Champawat districts of Uttarakhand. SSB personnel deployed in 54 border outposts to identify such people. Two types of Nepalese living in India: married women & entire families. Aadhaar/voter ID cards fraudulently obtained. SSB teams formed to prevent human trafficking, contact villagers in border areas.

The Hindu · Oct 24, 2023

Public sector bank transfers ₹17 lakh of private company to cyberfraudsters in Bengaluru

It is not unusual for laymen to fall into the trap of cyber fraudsters. But in a rare case that unfolded in Bengaluru, a public sector bank was duped, causing losses to the tune of ₹ 17 lakh to a private company. An FIR has been registered at West CEN…

The Hindu · Oct 21, 2023

Raid on brothel exposes fake Aadhaar card racket in Bengaluru

A recent raid by the police at a brothel which was being run in Bengaluru, has now led to an investigation into an alleged racket of generating fake Aadhaar cards, Voter’s IDs, and other government documents

The Hindu · Oct 21, 2023

Citizens wait endlessly at Aadhaar centres for updates

Fathima Bi waits in a hidden verandah in LB Nagar for her turn to update her Aadhaar. At Musarambagh, queues form early for daily tokens. Online slot booking is available, but few opt for it. Unusual crowds are due to Dec 14 deadline & mandatory eKYC for central schemes. 400…

The Hindu · Oct 21, 2023

Fake reports on Aadhaar enrolment create confusion

Akshaya entrepreneurs suspect deliberate attempt to sabotage their activities in favour of CSCs. Reports of Aadhaar enrolment centres not allowed to function on holidays misinterpreted two UIDAI orders. Regional offices of UIDAI can permit operators to work on all seven days except holidays. 10% of operators to function round the…

The Hindu · Oct 13, 2023

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The Hindu · Oct 10, 2023

Gruha Lakshmi scheme benefits yet to reach all registered beneficiaries in Yadgir district

In Yadgir, though woman heads of families have registered for Gruha Lakshmi scheme, many have not received ₹2,000 a month. Technical issues like non-linking of Aadhaar cards & KYC updation are causing the delay. The Dept. is requesting beneficiaries to approach banks & authorised computer centres to resolve the issues.

The Hindu · Sep 30, 2023

The concerns of using Aadhaar in welfare schemes | Explained

Why does the government favour Aadhaar-based authentication for rations under the public distribution system and government-to-citizen cash transfer programmes such as wage payments in MGNREGS? What are some common problems faced by rights-holders?

The Hindu · Sep 30, 2023

Take steps to protect Akshaya centres: Pannian

CPI leader Pannian Ravindran called on State govt. to protect Akshaya e-centres, which provide vital public services. Forum of Akshaya Centre Entrepreneurs (FACE) organised a Secretariat march demanding revised service charges, solutions for Aadhaar-related issues, and more. Kovalam MLA M.Vincent, FACE State president Stephen John, and others participated. Akshaya centres…

The Hindu · Sep 26, 2023

Identity pangs: On Aadhaar and concerns

The government must seek an honest review of, and course correction in the Aadhaar programme, before expanding its linkages further

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The Hindu · Sep 25, 2023

Government rebuffs Moody’s Aadhaar views; says a billion Indians trust it

Ministry rebuffs Moody's report on Aadhaar, citing its trustworthiness, security and privacy protections. Over a billion Indians have expressed their trust in Aadhaar by using it 100 billion times. International agencies, nations have lauded Aadhaar and its role in enhancing financial inclusion.

The Hindu · Sep 25, 2023

Do not intend to run Manipur administration; we can scrap Gita Mittal Committee or you can trust it, CJI tells petitioners

The issues raised by various petitioners, included distribution of Aadhaar cards and disability certificates to the displaced people of Manipur, to distribution of compensation to the families of the dead, reconstruction of religious buildings and homes destroyed in the clashes, disposal of bodies to functioning of courts in the State.

The Times of India · Sep 25, 2023

Manipur violence: SC asks UIDAI & state to ensure Aadhaar cards are provided to displaced persons after verification

NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Monday directed the Unique Identification Authority of India and the Manipur government to take steps to ensure that Aadhaar cards are provided to people displaced due to the bloody ethnic conflict in the state whose records are already available with the UIDAI.

The Hindu · Sep 24, 2023

Aadhaar unreliable in ‘hot, humid’ India: Moody’s

Moody's flags concerns about security and privacy vulnerabilities in centralised ID systems like India's Aadhaar. It notes service denials, biometric reliability issues, and the burden of authorization. It suggests decentralised ID systems, which offer users more control of their data and reduce online fraud.

The Hindu · Sep 22, 2023

Onus of ensuring inclusion of all citizens in welfare schemes on governments: Experts

At the Trustworthy digital identity international conference by International Institute of Information Technology Bangalore and Alan Turing Institute, experts highlighted the need for inclusion being the northstar while designing a universal digital ID system.

The Times of India · Sep 21, 2023

Aadhaar not mandatory for EWS admission in private schools: Delhi HC

NEW DELHI: The Delhi High Court has refused to interfere with an order that has suspended the enforcement of the city government's decision that a child's Aadhaar card would have to be mandatorily furnished for his admission to a private unaided recognised school under any of the three categories of…

The Hindu · Sep 20, 2023

ITDA, nonprofit join hands to help tribals get Aadhaar card and access govt. services

ITDA, Nellore, has arranged for Aadhaar cards to over 31,000 tribespeople, enabling them to access welfare schemes. ITDA has gone to doorsteps of 42 villages, providing Aadhaar cards to 2,500 Yenadis. Special camps conducted by ITDA saw enrolment of 500 tribal families for Aadhaar card and admission of their out-of-school…

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