News for 'Aadhaar'

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.

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.

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.

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.

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."

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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-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.

Digital India to link SIM cards with Aadhaar

Digital India to link SIM cards with Aadhaar

Rediff.com28 Aug 2014

A Cabinet note is expected to be moved to use Aadhaar numbers for electronic Know Your Customer verification of mobile subscribers.

Aadhaar-based subsidy outgo schedule likely

Aadhaar-based subsidy outgo schedule likely

Rediff.com8 Feb 2012

The Unique Identifiaction Authority of India is expediting creation of platforms for implementing the model, likely to include coverage of the Public Distribution System and other areas of subsidy, and also government's social sector schemes.

Govt issues over 57-cr Aadhaar cards till Jan

Govt issues over 57-cr Aadhaar cards till Jan

Rediff.com19 Feb 2014

People not having document based identity and address proof can avail of introducer-based enrolment.

Food and fuel subsidies must be part of Aadhaar

Food and fuel subsidies must be part of Aadhaar

Rediff.com19 Oct 2012

It will help to control the subsidy bill.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

SC pulls up Mamata govt on Aadhaar plea, asks how state can question Centre's move

SC pulls up Mamata govt on Aadhaar plea, asks how state can question Centre's move

Rediff.com30 Oct 2017

The top court asked how a state can challenge the mandate of Parliament.

Rising from near-death in 2014, Aadhaar eyes 100-cr milestone

Rising from near-death in 2014, Aadhaar eyes 100-cr milestone

Rediff.com23 Dec 2014

Aadhar is set to be a preferred tool for various people- focussed initiatives of the government in the new year.

Now, Aadhaar-linked accounts to be basis for mobile payments

Now, Aadhaar-linked accounts to be basis for mobile payments

Rediff.com8 Oct 2013

The SMS-based application extends DBT's payment architecture to individuals, where their Aadhaar number will be linked to their bank accounts at the back-end.

World Bank hails Aadhaar, India saves $1 billion per annum

World Bank hails Aadhaar, India saves $1 billion per annum

Rediff.com14 Jan 2016

India is on track to register its entire 1.25 billion population using its Aadhaar digital ID.

After SC snub, govt to introduce Bill on Aadhaar in Parliament

After SC snub, govt to introduce Bill on Aadhaar in Parliament

Rediff.com24 Sep 2013

The government will push for the passage of a long-pending bill to provide statutory status to the Unique Identification Authority of India in the winter session of Parliament.

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.

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'.

Using Aadhaar as KYC norm can save telcos Rs 1,000 cr

Using Aadhaar as KYC norm can save telcos Rs 1,000 cr

Rediff.com11 Apr 2012

Aadhaar authentication is an online real-time service and only responds with a yes or no.

Aadhaar to link with electoral rolls to remove bogus voters

Aadhaar to link with electoral rolls to remove bogus voters

Rediff.com14 Feb 2015

The Election Commission would launch a drive from March 1 to link Aadhaar number with electoral rolls

Pace of seeding Aadhaar numbers with bank accounts still a concern

Pace of seeding Aadhaar numbers with bank accounts still a concern

Rediff.com10 Jun 2013

The biggest problem is that those with Aadhaar numbers aren't coming forward for seeding these with bank accounts.

Bhamashah: A scheme to trump Aadhaar in Rajasthan

Bhamashah: A scheme to trump Aadhaar in Rajasthan

Rediff.com18 Aug 2014

If the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) plans to give Aadhaar numbers to all Indian residents, the Rajasthan government promises to go a step further with a card for all female heads of households, to empower them financially.

Pune university student attacked over 'love jihad' charge

Pune university student attacked over 'love jihad' charge

Rediff.com9 Apr 2024

The incident took place on Sunday afternoon when the male student was accompanying two female students on the campus of the state-run Savitribai Phule Pune University, an official from Chatushringi police station said.

Aadhaar may have a lethal impact on the existence of India

Aadhaar may have a lethal impact on the existence of India

Rediff.com5 Oct 2015

'Biometric Aadhaar-based surveillance is not only about violation of privacy, but also about the treasure hunt for unprecedented financial surveillance and economic intelligence in the economic history of mankind,' asks Gopal Krishna.