Aadhaar Authentication

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Sebi allows e-KYC using Aadhaar for 8 entities

Sebi lists 8 entities that can undertake e-KYC Aadhaar authentication. (PTI Photo)

13 May 2020 9:42 AM

NRIs and PIOs are not required to link bank accounts and other services with Aadhaar, the UIDAI said on Friday. (Photo: PTI)

Aadhaar linking with PAN, bank a/c not necessary for NRIs, PIOs

The UIDAI has received complaints where NRIs, PIOs were being demanded to produce Aadhaar for various services and benefits.

18 Nov 2017 11:02 AM

The UIDAI has approved three ways of linking Aadhaar with mobile phone numbers using OTP, IVRS or mobile app. (Photo: AFP)

UIDAI approves 3 new ways to link Aadhaar with SIM - app, OTP, IVRS

The plans were considered and approved from the point of view of security, compliance with the Aadhaar Act.

15 Nov 2017 6:27 PM

The Centre on Thursday told the Supreme Court that all customers should finish linking their mobile phone numbers with Aadhaar by February 6. (Photo: PTI)

Subscribers must link Aadhaar with SIM by Feb 6: Centre

The Department of Telecom and telecom operators are also working on a process of SMS/IVRS and app-based verification.

03 Nov 2017 11:04 AM

The Telecom Department and UIDAI are going to put in place a method for mobile number verification of NRIs and foreign tourists.

SIM verification method for NRIs, tourists likely in 2-3 weeks

Operators have been asked to submit by November 15 a blueprint of the process to operationalise new modes of SIM authentication.

26 Oct 2017 8:48 PM

This follows the government amending the PML rules with regard to collection of Aadhaar number from clients.

BSE seeks update on clients' Aadhaar details to ensure PML compliance

For clients having an account-based relationship, prior to June 1, Aadhaar details have to be submitted by December 31, 2017.

26 Oct 2017 1:20 PM

The government is planning to link the databases of airline and airports with Aadhaar and passport numbers to facilitate a paperless boarding process.

Govt may link airport, Aadhaar database for paperless boarding process

Even flight tickets will not be required as the linking of the databases will reflect the details of the flights booked.

26 Sep 2017 12:32 PM

The government is likely to mandate the linking of Aadhaar with SIM cards by February 2018.

How to link Aadhaar with your mobile number

This is being seen as part of government's war against terrorists, fraudsters and criminals.

11 Sep 2017 12:20 PM

The government is planning to mandate the linking of Aadhaar with SIM cards by February 2018.

Govt plans to mandate linking of Aadhaar with SIM by Feb 2018: reports

However, consumers' biometrics will not be stored by telecom operators but by UIDAI.

10 Sep 2017 12:15 PM

The government has mandated the linking of Aadhaar with bank accounts by December 31, 2017.

Check if your bank account is linked to Aadhaar in 5 easy steps

The government said that bank accounts, not linked to Aadhaar will be declared inoperable post December 31.

07 Sep 2017 2:05 PM

The government may mandate the quoting of Aadhaar for registration of property deals.

Govt considers making Aadhaar compulsory for property registration

This move will help the government crack down on benami property deals.

02 Aug 2017 3:37 PM

To help the government pursue its ambition of a digital India, Microsoft has also provided the option to add Aadhaar number to your Skype account via the Skype Lite app.

Integrate your Skype account with Aadhaar number for secure connections

The video calling service’s designed-for-India app requires Aadhar for identity verification purposes.

05 Jul 2017 7:48 PM

Unlike fingerprints that are being reported to show high failure rates due to wear and tear, the iris, being a protected internal organ, is expected to be significantly more reliable.

Very soon, you can do "iris" Aadhaar authentication from your smartphone

Cheap in-built iris scanners will eradicate use of costly ones for mass adoption of Aadhaar verification.

17 Apr 2017 10:29 AM

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