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Aadhaar alone can't determine victim's age in accident claims: Chhattisgarh HC

Chhattisgarh High Court ruled insurers are not liable before policy issuance. The court found the tribunal wrongly used Aadhaar for age determination. This decision enhanced compensation for accident victims and their families. The court revised disability assessment for an injured claimant significantly. The ruling clarified insurance contract commencement dates and…

The Economic Times

India is nowhere near ready for a nationwide SIR. A passport scare showed me why

Are you a citizen of India? And can you prove it?

Newslaundry

UIDAI allows Aadhaar email updates through app without centre visit

Aadhaar holders can now conveniently update their email addresses directly through the Aadhaar mobile app, a new free service from UIDAI. This initiative, available for six months, aims to simplify profile management and enhance security. The feature has seen rapid adoption, with hundreds of thousands already utilizing it. Linking an…

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Financial changes from July 1, 2026: Check 6 key updates on ITR deadlines, Aadhaar, passport fees, SBI and HDFC Bank credit cards

Get ready for significant financial shifts starting July 1, 2026. Taxpayers face new ITR filing deadlines, while Aadhaar card holders can update their email for free. SBI and HDFC credit card users will see changes in reward points and lounge access eligibility. Passport fees are set to rise, and banks…

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The burden of belonging: India’s unresolved citizenship question

Nearly 79 years after Independence, India continues to struggle with a basic question: Who is an Indian citizen?

Newslaundry

Aadhaar app tops 3.1 crore downloads; 40 lakh users update mobile numbers

India's new Aadhaar mobile app has seen tremendous success, with over 31 million downloads in just five months. This user-friendly application allows citizens to easily update their mobile numbers and addresses directly from their smartphones. It also offers features like biometric lock, face verification, and a digital QR card for…

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Aadhaar email update to be free via mobile app from July 1; UIDAI waives Rs 75 fee for six months

The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) is making email address updates via the Aadhaar mobile app free for six months, from July 1 to December 31, 2026. This move aims to encourage users to keep their contact information current for important notifications. Currently, a Rs 75 fee applies for…

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Assam Cabinet decides to stop Aadhaar issuance to those aged above 18: CM Himanta Biswa Sarma

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that Aadhaar cards will not be issued to individuals above 18 to prevent illegal immigrants from obtaining the document. This measure, aimed at curbing illegal immigration from Bangladesh, will be fully implemented from April 1, 2027, though exceptions will be made for tea…

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WFI cracks down on age fraud, disqualifies 500-plus wrestlers at U-17 ranking meet

Over 500 wrestlers were disqualified from a national tournament in Gonda. The Wrestling Federation of India implemented a strict Aadhaar-based age verification system. This system revealed widespread discrepancies between birth certificates and Aadhaar records. The federation is committed to eradicating age fraud to ensure fair competition for genuine athletes. This…

The Economic Times

Canadian man settles in India with wife's family: Cost of living way lower than Toronto, lost 14lbs in 5 months

A Canadian man shared his experience of shifting to India, Bengaluru, permanently, with his wife and how his first five months in India have been both frustrating and rewarding. It has been five months but the man has not been able to open a bank account. A lot of to…

The Times of India

UIDAI's New Aadhaar App: How to set up your account and transfer from mAadhaar

UIDAI has launched a new Aadhaar App, replacing the older mAadhaar. This app offers enhanced security with face authentication and biometric lock. Users can manage their digital identity and share Aadhaar data securely. The app allows access to all Aadhaar details on smartphones. Updates like mobile number and address can…

The Economic Times

UIDAI says mAadhaar app retiring soon: Check what is new Aadhaar app , direct link to download, key security features and more

UIDAI new aadhaar app: The UIDAI is phasing out the old mAadhaar app, introducing a new, redesigned Aadhaar platform focused on enhanced privacy and stronger authentication. This updated app offers features like QR code sharing, face authentication, and biometric locks, giving users greater control over their data. The free online…

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Aadhaar is not proof of citizenship, says Supreme Court; upholds EC's documentation regime for SIR

In a landmark judgment reinforcing the autonomy of the poll panel, a bench comprising Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi upheld the Commission's authority to conduct the SIR of electoral rolls and said that Aadhaar is not proof of citizenship.

The Economic Times

Free Aadhaar update deadline extended by one year: Check new due date for UID update on myAadhaar portal

The Unique Identification Authority of India has extended the free Aadhaar document update service on the myAadhaar portal. Aadhaar holders can now update their identity and address proof documents without any charge until June 14, 2027. This facility is exclusively available online. The authority encourages citizens to update their details…

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New Aadhaar card rules 2026: UIDAI expands document list for enrolment; simplifies rules for children; sets Aadhaar validity period for OCI, LTV, foreigners

The Unique Identification Authority of India has updated Aadhaar enrolment and correction rules. New regulations expand accepted documents for Aadhaar applications. Enrolment for children and vulnerable groups becomes simpler. Rules for foreigners are now clearer. These changes aim to modernize Aadhaar processes and improve accessibility for all citizens.

Fortune

AI adoption at scale is hard. Just look at India, which processes about 20 billion transactions every month

The most valuable AI systems will not look dramatic. They will look ordinary. They will fade into routine decisions and familiar processes.

The Conversation

The UK has praised India’s digital ID system – but it’s locked millions out of their legitimate benefits

The UK government is promoting its plan for a new digital identity scheme as a way to streamline services, prevent fraud and ensure that welfare benefits reach only those entitled to them. The prime minister, Keir Starmer, has argued that digital ID is central to modernising the welfare state and…

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‘Your basis to live is checked at each and every step’: India’s ID system divides opinion

Keir Starmer is considering Aadhaar as model for UK, but detractors warn of ‘digital coercion’ and security breaches

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Fresh advisory soon on Aadhaar as date of birth proof

The UIDAI is likely to issue a clarification soon that those relying on the Aadhaar as proof for age may do so after undertaking a ‘risk-based assessment’.

The Hindu

Aadhaar-based pay a bad idea for MGNREGS

The design of Aadhaar-Based Payment Systems can be exclusionary resulting in violations of Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme worker rights

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Maharashtra ATS arrests two Bangladeshi citizens living illegally in Navi Mumbai

The Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) on Thursday arrested two Bangladeshi citizens living illegally in Navi Mumbai, said an official from the Maharashtra ATS. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Belagavi IT company detects online scam targeting State Bank of India users

Safety recommendations comprising an SMS/email/WhatsApp message with a tone of urgency should be dealt with extreme caution. This is true, especially in the case of any message from the bank. Always reach out directly to the bank and verify suspicious messages and emails before taking any action.

The Hindu

How fraudsters stole money using Aadhar number and finger prints on documents in Sub-Registrar offices

New age data theft: Notices displayed outside the two Sub-Registrar Offices a Mini Vidhana Soudha building in Mangaluru a some days ago asked people to lock their biometrics before going for registering their documents.

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Mumbai Crime Branch arrests nine Bangladeshi for illegal stay

The Mumbai Crime Branch arrested nine Bangladeshi citizens who were living in India illegally. According to official, the arrested people were involved in making fake Aadhaar cards and they illegally transferred money from India to Bangladesh. Read further on Dynamite News:

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