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UIDAI Aadhaar name change rules: How to change name after marriage, fix spelling mistakes, add or remove names and complete the update process

Aadhaar name change rules have been revised by UIDAI under a new Standard Operating Procedure issued on September 18, 2026. The updated process categorises name updates into minor corrections, data-entry errors, marital changes, regional-language errors and major name changes. Check the required documents, step-by-step process, Gazette notification rules and the…

The Economic Times · 13h ago

When Your Family Called You 'Kaali': How Indian Nicknames Made Colorism a Beauty Verdict

The First Mirror You Were Ever HandedYou didn't ask for the name. It arrived the way most things do in Indian families, casually, at a meal, from a grandmother or a bua who thought she was being affectionate. Kaali. Sawli. Kali Billi. The dark one. Sometimes it came with a…

Times Life · Sep 24

Delhi HC acts big on fake GST registrations, rules no GST registration without biometric-based Aadhaar authentication

In light of many fraudulent GST registrations, the Delhi High Court has ruled that no Goods and Services Tax (GST) registration can be obtained without Aadhaar biometric authentication. Read the article to know more.

The Economic Times · Sep 10

How to Update Aadhaar Email From Your Phone in 7 Steps

Want to change the email address linked to your Aadhaar but do not want to visit an Aadhaar centre? There is an important 2026 update you should know about. UIDAI has introduced a facility to update an email address through the Aadhaar mobile application, and the fee for this service…

MyLifeXP · Aug 21

Census 2027: Caste, Aadhaar, voter ID among 40 questions in Phase 2

Census 2027 will record caste as declared by respondents for the first time. New questions include bank accounts and Covid-19 vaccination locations. Parents' details and nationality will also be collected during enumeration. This data collection aims to provide a broader population picture. Aggregated data will remain confidential and not used…

The Economic Times · Aug 15

Internet subscribers cross 109 crore; 2.21 lakh Gram Panchayats made service-ready under BharatNet: Govt

Internet subscribers have surpassed 109 crore, and over 2.21 lakh Gram Panchayats are now service-ready. Telephone connections also saw a significant increase during the same period. UPI now facilitates 85 percent of India's digital payments and nearly half globally. Aadhaar has generated over 1.44 billion numbers, supporting substantial direct benefit…

The Economic Times · Aug 5

India logs record 20,138 organ transplants in 2025; over 5 lakh pledge donations

India recorded its highest-ever annual organ transplant count in 2025. Organ donation pledges verified by Aadhaar have now crossed five lakh. The nation ranks third globally in total organ transplants performed. Sustained awareness campaigns and digital platforms have boosted organ donation. Government initiatives are strengthening the organ donation and transplantation…

The Economic Times · Aug 3

From Aadhaar to exams: Nandan Nilekani, the Infosys co-founder PM Modi has entrusted with exam reforms

Nandan Nilekani will lead a high-powered task force on examination reforms. He previously co-founded Infosys and chaired the Unique Identification Authority of India. Under his leadership, Aadhaar, India's biometric system, was successfully rolled out. Nilekani also co-chairs the EkStep Foundation, focusing on education and digital infrastructure. His extensive public service…

The Economic Times · Jul 26

ITR verification process: Different ways to e-verify your Income Tax Return using Aadhaar OTP, net banking, EVC

Taxpayers can now e-verify their Income Tax Returns using multiple online options. Aadhaar OTP and Electronic Verification Code (EVC) are convenient methods available. Net banking and Demat accounts also facilitate this essential tax process. The Income Tax Department provides clear steps for each verification method. Completing this verification ensures your…

The Economic Times · Jul 22

Aadhaar app crosses 4M downloads: How to download UIDAI app and enable biometrics on Aadhaar card

The Aadhaar app has surpassed four crore downloads, becoming a key digital service platform. Users can now update addresses and personal details conveniently from home. The biometric lock feature allows users to control fingerprint and face authentication access.

The Economic Times · Jul 22