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Day after Ajit Pawar's quit politics remark, Sule says she just...

Day after Ajit Pawar's quit politics remark, Sule says she just...

Rediff.com3 Aug 2024

Pawar had said he would quit politics if the reports about his Delhi visit before the NCP forged an alliance with the Bharatiya Janata Party in 2023 were proven, and if not, those raising such allegations should quit politics.

Need to balance national interest, right to privacy: SC on Aadhaar issue

Need to balance national interest, right to privacy: SC on Aadhaar issue

Rediff.com24 Jan 2018

A five-judge constitution bench headed by Chief Justice Dipak Misra, hearing a petitions challenging Aadhaar, said no system in the world was secure and the issue was not as to how data is collected, but how the information so collected are used or misused.

Willing to extend deadline for Aadhaar linking to schemes till March 31: Centre to SC

Willing to extend deadline for Aadhaar linking to schemes till March 31: Centre to SC

Rediff.com27 Nov 2017

The Supreme Court on Monday said it would hear a batch of petitions challenging mandatory linking of Aadhaar for granting various services to citizen after its constitution bench concludes hearing the Delhi-Centre dispute.

Wayanad landslides: 210 bodies recovered so far; 300 people still missing

Wayanad landslides: 210 bodies recovered so far; 300 people still missing

Rediff.com2 Aug 2024

The number of people who have died in the massive landslides that hit Wayanad district three days ago has gone up to 210, Kerala Tourism Minister P A Mohamed Riyas said on Friday.

Aadhaar's allocation is Parliament's contempt

Aadhaar's allocation is Parliament's contempt

Rediff.com20 Feb 2013

More than three crore signatures submitted to PM seeking scrapping of Aadhaar.

ITR Filings Hit Record 72.8 Million

ITR Filings Hit Record 72.8 Million

Rediff.com5 Aug 2024

The platform recorded a peak rate of 917 filings per second on July 17 and 9,367 filings per minute on July 31.

SC asks Centre to tell states not to make Aadhaar mandatory

SC asks Centre to tell states not to make Aadhaar mandatory

Rediff.com17 Mar 2015

The court was hearing petitions challenging the Aadhaar scheme.

Now, Aadhaar Card valid identity, address proof to get PAN

Now, Aadhaar Card valid identity, address proof to get PAN

Rediff.com26 Dec 2013

The Central Board of Direct Taxes has issued a notification expanding the list of documents admissible as proof of identity and address by including Aadhaar Card. Aadhaar is a 12-digit individual identification number issued by the Unique Identification Authority of India on behalf of the government of India.

Big concerns about the Aadhaar card

Big concerns about the Aadhaar card

Rediff.com1 Apr 2016

The idea that every citizen in this country is to be numbered is the primary thing in the project.

Aadhaar row: SC assures decision by Friday on larger bench plea

Aadhaar row: SC assures decision by Friday on larger bench plea

Rediff.com8 Oct 2015

The Supreme Court on Thursday assured the Centre and bodies like SEBI and RBI that it will take a decision by Friday evening on their plea seeking setting up a larger bench for modifying an earlier order restricting the voluntary use of Aadhaar card to PDS and LPG schemes only.

'Aadhaar is the best in class in terms of privacy protection'

'Aadhaar is the best in class in terms of privacy protection'

Rediff.com1 Apr 2016

Former chairman of the UIDAI Nandan Nilekani, elucidates how Aadhaar could become the spine for alternative banking and could replace government services with cash benefits.

Does Aadhaar have a bright future?

Does Aadhaar have a bright future?

Rediff.com2 Jul 2014

Despite the uncertainty surrounding the future of the Unique Identity (UID) project, or Aadhaar, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is testing a mobile-based payments system linked to this platform.

Aadhaar:Nearing a billion and counting, connectivity remains a problem

Aadhaar:Nearing a billion and counting, connectivity remains a problem

Rediff.com1 Apr 2016

Aadhaar now has legal backing but it still faces challenges of privacy and data sharing

Don't care if called 'Aadhaar judge', I'm committed to Constitution: Justice Chandrachud

Don't care if called 'Aadhaar judge', I'm committed to Constitution: Justice Chandrachud

Rediff.com1 Feb 2018

"Since beginning, I am hearing this that if I am not with you, then I am an Aadhaar judge. I don't care," the judge said.

Census, NPR unlikely in 2024 too as only Rs 1,309.46cr allocated

Census, NPR unlikely in 2024 too as only Rs 1,309.46cr allocated

Rediff.com23 Jul 2024

The entire census and NPR exercise is likely to cost the government over Rs 12,000 crore, the officials said.

Ramesh moves SC challenging decision to treat Aadhaar as money bill

Ramesh moves SC challenging decision to treat Aadhaar as money bill

Rediff.com7 Apr 2016

The Aadhaar Bill passed during Budget session last month, overruling amendments moved in Rajya Sabha.

Lord Hanuman gets Aadhaar card!

Lord Hanuman gets Aadhaar card!

Rediff.com11 Sep 2014

Lord Hanuman has managed to get an Aadhaar card made, but there are no takers for it.

Cyber criminals make woman lawyer strip on camera, send Rs 14 lakh

Cyber criminals make woman lawyer strip on camera, send Rs 14 lakh

Rediff.com9 Apr 2024

A woman lawyer in Bengaluru fell prey to cyber criminals and during 'video arrest' for two days she not only lost money to the tune of Rs 14.57 lakh but also posed nude on camera for them, police sources said on Tuesday.

PM to launch Aadhaar based delivery system tomorrow

PM to launch Aadhaar based delivery system tomorrow

Rediff.com19 Oct 2012

The payment mechanism is aimed at checking corruption and pilferage in the social sector schemes that seek to promote financial inclusion.

Deadline for FY19 ITR filing, PAN-Aadhaar linkage extended

Deadline for FY19 ITR filing, PAN-Aadhaar linkage extended

Rediff.com24 Jun 2020

The due date for filing Income Tax returns for 2019-20 has already been extended till November 30, 2020.

RBI set to launch UPI-like unified lending platform

RBI set to launch UPI-like unified lending platform

Rediff.com27 Aug 2024

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) will launch the Unified Lending Interface (ULI) nationwide in due course, aiming to transform India's lending sector, similar to how the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) revolutionised the payments ecosystem, Governor Shaktikanta Das said on Monday.

Aadhaar-linked gas subsidy caught in legal tangle

Aadhaar-linked gas subsidy caught in legal tangle

Rediff.com31 Jul 2014

According to officials aware of the matter, restarting the project could mean inviting the court's 'contempt' as the case -- in which the Supreme Court has held that biometric identification cannot be a criterion for a citizen's access to welfare -- has still not been closed yet.

Issue of Aadhaar-FB link needs to be decided at the earliest: SC

Issue of Aadhaar-FB link needs to be decided at the earliest: SC

Rediff.com13 Sep 2019

A bench of justices Deepak Gupta and Aniruddha Bose said, "At this stage we do not know whether we could decide this issue or the high court will decide."

Three oil PSUs move SC for modification of Aadhaar order

Three oil PSUs move SC for modification of Aadhaar order

Rediff.com6 Oct 2013

Three oil PSUs have moved the Supreme Court seeking modification of its earlier order that Aadhaar card is not mandatory and no person should suffer for want of it in getting benefits of government schemes.

UP doctor duped of Rs 60 lakh after 'digital arrest'

UP doctor duped of Rs 60 lakh after 'digital arrest'

Rediff.com26 Jul 2024

Digital house arrest is a tactic where cybercriminals confine victims to their homes in order to scam them. The offenders generate fear by making audio or video calls, frequently posing as law enforcement officers using AI-generated voices or video technology.

Is Modi Losing His Impact?

Is Modi Losing His Impact?

Rediff.com24 Sep 2024

Today even those who support Prime Minister Modi feel there is a certain sense of listlessness in this government. What is it intending to achieve? This is not easy to say, notes Aakar Patel.

Is it the end of the road for Aadhaar?

Is it the end of the road for Aadhaar?

Rediff.com7 Feb 2014

Government's decision to suspend Aadhaar-based cash transfers in LPG has dealt a fresh blow to the project whose utility has always been questioned.

Now, open a bank account through Aadhaar without paperwork

Now, open a bank account through Aadhaar without paperwork

Rediff.com25 Oct 2013

The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has enabled a feature that would allow anyone with an Aadhaar number to open a bank account, without any paperwork.

Are 2 Arunachal men missing near LAC in Chinese army's custody?

Are 2 Arunachal men missing near LAC in Chinese army's custody?

Rediff.com4 Aug 2024

Anjaw MLA and state's women and child development minister Dasanglu Pul confirmed that the duo went missing along the border with China while looking for medicinal herbs.

Matua community's joy over CAA turns to despair

Matua community's joy over CAA turns to despair

Rediff.com19 Mar 2024

The All India Matua Mahasangha has asked its members to apply for Indian citizenship only after the formation of a new government at the Centre.

Maharashtra govt mulls ration card, Aadhaar link-up

Maharashtra govt mulls ration card, Aadhaar link-up

Rediff.com15 Nov 2014

The move is being planned with a view to ensuring that the benefits provided by the government reach the beneficiaries and the process remains transparent.

For now, Aadhaar card not mandatory for new EPF a/c

For now, Aadhaar card not mandatory for new EPF a/c

Rediff.com7 Feb 2013

Last month trade unions criticised EPFO for making it compulsory.

Last Minute Tips For Error Free ITR

Last Minute Tips For Error Free ITR

Rediff.com31 Jul 2024

It is advisable to file your ITR right away and not rely on potential extensions.

Groom ditches at last minute, UP bride weds kin for CM's scheme benefit

Groom ditches at last minute, UP bride weds kin for CM's scheme benefit

Rediff.com28 Feb 2024

The incident took place on Tuesday during a mass marriage event here in which 132 couples got married.

RBI for Aadhaar-screened card transactions

RBI for Aadhaar-screened card transactions

Rediff.com31 Oct 2012

Announced at the second-quarter review of monetary policy, the move would make transactions at automated teller machines and point of sale terminals (PoS or merchant terminals) more secure.

Meru to check drivers' Aadhaar every time you book a ride

Meru to check drivers' Aadhaar every time you book a ride

Rediff.com14 Dec 2014

Radio taxi service provider Meru Cabs is planning to put in place the next level of driver verification, one liked to biometric identification tool Aadhaar.

Tamil Nadu makes Aadhaar must for vehicle registration

Tamil Nadu makes Aadhaar must for vehicle registration

Rediff.com16 Mar 2017

This is the first time a state is asking for PAN card for two-wheelers

Why did Shinde, deputies add their mothers' names on nameplate?

Why did Shinde, deputies add their mothers' names on nameplate?

Rediff.com13 Mar 2024

His new nameplate now reads 'Eknath Gangubai Sambhaji Shinde'.

Aadhaar-based re-verification of all mobile subscribers soon

Aadhaar-based re-verification of all mobile subscribers soon

Rediff.com26 Mar 2017

For re-verification through Aadhaar-based eKYC process, the operator will send a verification code to the mobile number of the subscriber.