The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has extended its free Aadhaar update scheme until December 14. Previously set to end on September 14, the extension enabled users to update their documents on the myAadhaar portal and make profile changes without any fee until the new deadline.
The Unique Identification Authority of India has announced that any updates to Aadhaar cards made after the September 14 deadline will incur a fine of Rs 50. UIDAI urges all affected Aadhaar holders to complete the revalidation process by submitting the necessary documents.
According to the UIDAI, every user should update his or her Aadhaar card details after 10 years so that their address and other details remain updated and they don't face any difficulty while applying for government schemes.
The Centre has approved the use of Aadhaar-based authentication for voluntary identity verification of candidates by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). This initiative aims to improve the verification process during registration and various stages of exams and recruitment.
In Assam, lakhs of people face challenges in obtaining Aadhar Cards due to the NRC. UIDAI blocked the issuance of Aadhaar cards between February 2019 and August 2019 during the NRC process.
If your Aadhaar card is 10 years old, it is important to update it as soon as possible. You have a few days left to update your Aadhaar card for free.
The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has introduced a new rule to simplify the process of claiming EPF benefits after a member's death. This initiative aims to address challenges faced by field offices in updating or rectifying Aadhaar details posthumously.
The Aadhaar card, pivotal for identity verification in India, is now accessible to non-resident Indians (NRIs) with streamlined application processes and updated forms. Recent amendments allow NRIs with Indian passports to obtain Aadhaar upon arrival, eliminating the previous residency requirement.
Mamata Banerjee had alleged that the BJP-led Centre was "deactivating" the Aadhaar cards of SC, STs and minorities in West Bengal ahead of the Lok Sabha elections.
The Supreme Court gave direction to the authorities on issues related to Aadhaar cards in violence-hit Manipur.
Free Aadhar Update can be done till 14th September 2023, update online sitting at home
UIDAI updates: The number of face authentication is increasing. There has been an increase of 38 per cent in the number of verifications done in May as compared to such verifications in January 2023.
UIDAI offers free online document updates for Aadhaar holders through the 'myAadhaar' portal for three months starting March 15, 2023, as part of the Digital India initiative. The move is aimed at making it easier for users to update their details.
Aadhaar, the unique identification number in India, is used for verification and accessing services, but it can also be misused. Follow a step-by-step guide on the UIDAI website to check your Aadhaar Authentication History and ensure that it is not being misused.
Entities have been told to perform verification of Aadhaar after the explicit consent of an Aadhaar holder.
UIDAI on Aadhaar verification: Tampering with Aadhaar documents can be detected through offline verification, the statement said, adding that tampering is a punishable offence and liable to penalties under Section 35 of the Aadhaar Act.
Aadhaar card update: It said those who were issued the unique identification number more than 10 years back and have not done any updation since the issue are being "requested" to update their documents.
As per a release of Ministry of Electronics and IT, UIDAI has initiated 'Aadhaar Hackathon-2021' to enhance experience of residents and the way they interface with enrolment and authentication software platforms through technological innovations.
The ASKs are open on all days of the week and have so far catered to over 70 lakh residents including Divyang persons.
While speaking at Global Fintech Fest organised by NPCI-IAMAI, Unique Identity Authority of India CEO Saurabh Garg said that the potential of leveraging Aadhaar in the financial technology sector is immense.
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