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1 week, 1 day ago

Aadhaar-linked voter ID can be an EPIC change

The sanctity of one eligible citizen, one vote forms the foundation of India’s electoral democracy — it is against this verity that the Election Commission of India ’s move to link the Elector Voter Identification Card to Aadhaar needs to be seen. Aadhaar’s biometric-based verification establishes a person’s identity with near infallibility, and to that end, a centralised EPIC database …

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2 weeks, 4 days ago

Andhra Pradesh government permits Aadhaar authentication at Tirumala

New Indian Express

VIJAYAWADA: The State government has approved Aadhaar authentication and eKYC for pilgrim verification at Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams to enhance transparency, curb fraudulent bookings, and streamline services like darshan, sevas, and accommodation. Following a request from Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams, the government sought approval from the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology to implement a face authentication module at the temple. Officials …

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2 weeks, 5 days ago

How to lock Aadhaar biometric online and why it is important

India Today

The Unique Identification Authority of India provides a biometric locking feature to protect your Aadhaar-linked biometric data, such as fingerprints, iris scans, and facial recognition, from unauthorised use. Here are different methods to lock your Aadhaar biometrics: USING THE UIDAI WEBSITE Visit the UIDAI biometric lock/unlock page. Add your Aadhaar profile by entering your Aadhaar number and verifying it with …

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1 month ago

Portal unveiled to help private entities apply for Aadhaar authentication

Hindustan Times

The IT Ministry, on Thursday, launched Aadhaar Good Governance portal where private entities can seek permission from the government to use Aadhaar for authentication. The portal, available at swik.meity.gov.in, lists 275 use cases at central and state government level for which MeitY has approved Aadhaar-based authentication since August 2020. “The fresh amendment enables Aadhaar number holders to avail hassle free …

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1 month ago

Big update on Aadhaar! Govt allows Aadhaar-enabled face authentication in private entities' mobile apps

India TV News

Big update on Aadhaar! Govt allows Aadhaar-enabled face authentication in private entities' mobile apps Latest update on Aadhaar! According to the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, the process will be facilitated as part of the standard operating procedure for Aadhaar authentication laid down through an Aadhaar Good Governance portal launched by the Ministry of Electronics and IT. Aadhaar Good …

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1 month ago

Gmail to stop using SMS for two-factor authentication: Why it matters

India TV News

Gmail to stop using SMS for two-factor authentication: Why it matters Gmail will soon stop using SMS for two-factor authentication due to various security risks. Google is making changes to its two-factor authentication system in Gmail, and they will no longer support SMS-based verification. Challenges associated with SMS for two factor authentication There are several challenges tied to using SMS …

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1 month, 1 week ago

Sebi has a new plan to prevent trading fraud: SIM binding, biometrics and more

Live Mint

The market regulator has proposed linking trading accounts with SIM cards and making biometric authentication mandatory to enhance security in online trading and protect investors from unauthorized transactions. The regulator set up a working group to address these issues and came out with a consultation paper seeking a multi-faceted framework to improve the security of trading accounts through advanced authentication …

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1 month, 1 week ago

Sebi mulls tech-based measures to prevent unauthorised transaction in investors’ demat account

Live Mint

New Delhi, Feb 18 To create a secure trading environment, markets regulator Sebi on Tuesday proposed to strengthen authentication using a SIM binding mechanism with mobile devices and the client's UCC similar to that of UPI payment applications. "The authentication mechanism for accessing the trading account has to be strengthened in order to ensure that only authorized users could execute …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Mint Explainer: How additional factor authentication will secure online international payments

Live Mint

MUMBAI : In a significant move to strengthen the digital payment security framework, the Reserve Bank of India has proposed to enable additional factor authentication for international card-not-present transactions. The move aims to provide Indian consumers with an additional layer of security when dealing with foreign merchants, ensuring a safety net comparable to domestic transactions, where additional factor authentication is …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Private companies can use Aadhaar infrastructure for identity checks again

Live Mint

As the Aadhaar case was reaching the Supreme Court, the Unique Identity Authority of India began to restrict private access to its authentication infrastructure. A new amendment to Aadhaar authentication rules could finally allow us to leverage our identity infrastructure to better unlock greater efficiencies in digital services. In fact, it is Section 8 that deals with authentication, and since …

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Centre Allows Private Entities To Use Aadhaar For Authentication, Notifies Aadhaar Amendment Rules

Live Law

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology has notified the Aadhaar Authentication for Good Governance Amendment Rules, 2025 under the Aadhaar Act, 2016. The amendment enables both government and non-government entities to avail Aadhaar authentication service for providing various services. Any entity seeking Aadhaar authentication will be required to apply with the details of intended requirements to the concerned ministry …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Private entities can now use Aadhaar authentication

Hindustan Times

The Union government has amended the Aadhaar rules to allow private entities to use Aadhaar authentication for delivering their services, the ministry of electronics and IT said in a statement on Friday, adding the amendments seek to promote “ease of living” to residents and enable “better access to services” to them. Private entities can now use Aadhar authentication The ministry …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

UIDAI notifies rules for private entities to perform Aadhaar authentication

The Hindu

The Unique Identification Authority of India on Friday outlined a process for private entities to gain access to Aadhaar authentication: namely, the firms will have to refer their use case to a Union or State government Ministry or department, which will then have to refer the proposal to the UIDAI. “The Ministry or the Department of the Government of India …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Here are the big stories from Karnataka today

The Hindu

Four from Belagavi die in Maha Kumbh stampede Four persons, including a woman and her daughter, from Belagavi have died in the stampede at the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, on January 29. Karnataka HC declares actions of ED against former MUDA Commissioner as ‘illegal and abuse of process of law’ The Karnataka High Court has declared as ‘unwarranted, …

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1 month, 4 weeks ago

KEA makes Aadhaar based authentication for CET mandatory in Karnataka

The Hindu

The Karnataka Examinations Authority has got approval from the Unique Identification Authority of India to use Aadhaar-based authentication for the Common Entrance Test registration. CET 2025 registration will be held on three level authentication, including Aadhaar based authentication and Artificial Intelligence -powered face recognition system. As the registration process has already resumed, we will introduce Aadhaar linked authentication from the …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Here are the big stories from Karnataka today

The Hindu

Infosys co-founder Kris Gopalakrishnan among 18 booked under SC/ST Atrocities Act The Sadashivanagar police have registered a case against Infosys co-founder Senapathy Kris Gopalakrishnan and 17 members of Indian Institute of Science under the SC/ST Act based on a private complaint filed by a faculty member accusing them of dismissing him from service through a fake honey trap case and …

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2 months ago

Delay in Aadhaar authentication with SATS deprives 26 lakh students of govt schemes in Karnataka

The Hindu

Around 26 lakh primary and high school students of government, aided and private schools across Karnataka are being deprived of midday meals, scholarships and other schemes due to failure of Aadhaar authentication with the Student Achievement Tracking System. Out of a total 1.04 crore students in the State from classes 1 to 10, only 78 lakh students have successfully completed …

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2 months, 1 week ago

NEET UG 2025: NTA issues notice for updating Aadhaar details

India Today

The National Testing Agency, NTA, has released an official notice for the National Eligibility Cum Entrance Test 2025 candidates. The NEET UG 2025 candidates are encouraged to use their APAAR ID as well as Aadhaar-based authentication during the online application process and examination process. Also, ensure your Aadhaar is linked with a valid mobile number for OTP-based authentication," reads the …

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3 months, 1 week ago

Massive Fraud in TTD Bookings

Deccan Chronicle

Tirupati: In a bid to curb fraudulent practices and enhance transparency, the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams would implement live Aadhaar authentication and eKYC services. “This initiative involves integrating Aadhaar authentication at every stage of the booking and service process to verify the identity of pilgrims, a TTD official said. UIDAI officials visited Tirupati to discuss the integration of Aadhaar authentication and …

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4 months ago

Urgent warning to all 1.5 billion iPhone users over Apple ID hack that lets criminals access digital wallets

Daily Mail

All iPhone users are being warned about a wave of new phishing emails that try to steal their account credentials. Hackers are taking advantage of people gravitating toward online Black Friday and Cyber Monday shopping deals to convince users that their Apple ID was suspended on their iPhone. Hackers are taking advantage of the holiday season to target Apple users …

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4 months, 3 weeks ago

NTA streamlines JEE 2025 application process with new guidelines

The Hindu

The National Testing Agency has released new guidelines for the students filling out application forms of the Joint Entrance Examinations 2025 to address issues of Aadhaar card authentication. This is in light of grievances from a few candidates regarding technical issues in Aadhaar Card authentication due to mismatch in names on the Aadhaar Card and the marksheet of class tenth …

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4 months, 3 weeks ago

NTA releases fresh advisory for JEE main 2025 applicants: How to do Aadhaar authentication?

India TV News

The National Testing Agency has released an advisory for the aspirants preparing to appear in the Joint Entrance Examinations Main 2025. For a smooth online application process, the testing agency has shared the guidelines for the aspirants who face difficulty in Aadhaar authentication due to a name mismatch. JEE Main 2025 application form: What to do if you face difficulties …

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5 months ago

How to Submit Jeevan Pramaan Certificate Online: A Step-by-Step Guide for Senior Citizens

India TV News

Indian pensioners can now submit their Jeevan Pramaan certificates online. The window for submission is open from November 1 to November 30. The Digital Life Certificate, or Jeevan Pramaan, is designed specifically for pensioners and employs biometric technology with Aadhaar-based authentication. Pensioners can submit their certificates through various methods, including depositing it through Jeevan Pramaan Portal, post-payment bank, face authentication, …

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5 months, 3 weeks ago

Italian family believes painting found in a dump in 1960s is a Picasso and seeks authentication

The Independent

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Aadhaar-linked voter ID can be an EPIC change

Andhra Pradesh government permits Aadhaar authentication at Tirumala

How to lock Aadhaar biometric online and why it is important

Portal unveiled to help private entities apply for Aadhaar authentication

Big update on Aadhaar! Govt allows Aadhaar-enabled face authentication in private entities' mobile apps

Gmail to stop using SMS for two-factor authentication: Why it matters

Sebi has a new plan to prevent trading fraud: SIM binding, biometrics and more

Sebi mulls tech-based measures to prevent unauthorised transaction in investors’ demat account

Mint Explainer: How additional factor authentication will secure online international payments

Private companies can use Aadhaar infrastructure for identity checks again

Centre Allows Private Entities To Use Aadhaar For Authentication, Notifies Aadhaar Amendment Rules

Private entities can now use Aadhaar authentication

UIDAI notifies rules for private entities to perform Aadhaar authentication

Here are the big stories from Karnataka today

KEA makes Aadhaar based authentication for CET mandatory in Karnataka

Here are the big stories from Karnataka today

Delay in Aadhaar authentication with SATS deprives 26 lakh students of govt schemes in Karnataka

NEET UG 2025: NTA issues notice for updating Aadhaar details

Massive Fraud in TTD Bookings

Urgent warning to all 1.5 billion iPhone users over Apple ID hack that lets criminals access digital wallets

NTA streamlines JEE 2025 application process with new guidelines

NTA releases fresh advisory for JEE main 2025 applicants: How to do Aadhaar authentication?

How to Submit Jeevan Pramaan Certificate Online: A Step-by-Step Guide for Senior Citizens

Italian family believes painting found in a dump in 1960s is a Picasso and seeks authentication