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February 9, 2026 10:04 AM

UIDAI completes one crore mandatory biometric updates for schoolchildren across India

The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has achieved a milestone by completing over one crore Mandatory Biometric Updates (MBUs) for schoolchildren across the country, Ministry of Electronics & IT said on Sunday. The updates were carried out in more than 83,000 schools within a span of just five months under a mission-mode drive. The initiative, launched in September 2025, was undertaken in coordination with state education departments and district administrations. It followed ...

January 29, 2026 10:48 AM

UIDAI launches new Aadhaar App with enhanced security and privacy features

The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) on Wednesday launched a new and advanced Aadhaar app, marking a step forward in India’s digital identity ecosystem. The app was formally unveiled in the presence of Union Minister of State for Commerce and Industry Jitin Prasada. According to UIDAI, the new app is designed to be more secure, faster, and privacy-focused than the existing mAadhaar app. It allows limited and need-based data sharing, giving users greater control over their ...

December 2, 2025 6:24 PM

UIDAI records 231 crore Aadhaar authentication transactions in November

The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) recorded 231 crore Aadhaar authentication transactions in November 2025, reflecting a growth of nearly 8.5 per cent over November 2024. According to the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), this is the highest monthly figure so far in the current financial year. The total transactions stood at 219.51 crore in October 2025. UIDAI stated that the steady rise in monthly authentication volume points to the growing adoption ...

November 26, 2025 3:51 PM

UIDAI deactivates over 2 crore Aadhaar numbers of deceased individuals

The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has deactivated more than two crore Aadhaar numbers belonging to deceased individuals as part of a nationwide exercise to improve the accuracy and integrity of the Aadhaar database. According to UIDAI, the data of deceased individuals was sourced from the Registrar General of India, state governments, Union Territories, and multiple central government departments, including the Public Distribution System and the National Social Assistance Pro...

October 31, 2025 8:17 PM

UIDAI launches ‘Aadhaar Vision 2032’ to future-proof India’s digital identity using AI, blockchain and quantum technologies

In a major step toward redefining India’s digital identity ecosystem, the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has unveiled the ‘Aadhaar Vision 2032’ framework — a comprehensive roadmap to make Aadhaar future-ready through the adoption of cutting-edge technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Blockchain, Quantum Computing, and Advanced Encryption. The new framework aims to strengthen Aadhaar’s technological foundation and ensure that it remains secure, scalable, i...

October 17, 2025 5:12 PM

UIDAI invites citizens to design official Aadhaar mascot; prize pool up to ₹1 lakh

The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has launched a nationwide Mascot Design Contest, inviting citizens to create an official mascot for Aadhaar. The contest, hosted on the MyGov platform, is open until 31st October 2025. The mascot will act as UIDAI’s visual ambassador, representing Aadhaar’s values of trust, inclusivity, empowerment, and digital innovation. It will make Aadhaar’s communication more engaging and relatable across all age groups, while reflecting the spirit...

October 16, 2025 9:24 PM

UIDAI launches SITAA to counter Deepfakes, enhance Aadhaar authentication security

The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has launched a new innovation initiative - the Scheme for Innovation and Technology Association with Aadhaar (SITAA) - to strengthen India’s digital identity ecosystem and combat emerging security threats such as deepfakes, spoofing, and presentation attacks. Applications for the program are open until November 15. SITAA aims to bring together startups, academic institutions, and industry players to co-develop secure, scalable, and globally...

October 6, 2025 7:13 AM

UIDAI waives biometric update charges for children aged 7–15, benefitting nearly 6 crore kids

The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) on Saturday announced a complete waiver of charges for Aadhaar Mandatory Biometric Update (MBU-1) for children aged 7 to 15 years, benefitting nearly six crore children across the country. The waiver, which came into effect on October 1, 2025, will remain valid for one year, allowing parents and guardians to update their children’s Aadhaar biometrics free of cost. Children below the age of five are enrolled for Aadhaar using demographic de...

September 4, 2025 5:45 PM

Aadhaar authentication transactions cross 221 crore in August 2025: Govt

Aadhaar number holders carried out over 221 crore authentication transactions in August 2025, surpassing both the previous month’s figures and the corresponding month last year, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology said on Thursday. According to the Ministry, authentication transactions in August 2025 were over 10.3% higher than those recorded in August 2024. Officials said this reflects the growing usage and utility of Aadhaar and highlights its role in supporting the count...

August 12, 2025 10:53 AM

Aadhaar face authentication crosses 200 crore transactions, doubles in just 6 months

Aadhaar Face Authentication has recorded 200 crore transactions as of August 10, doubling from 100 crore in just six months, the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) said on Monday. The contactless authentication method allows Aadhaar holders to verify their identity instantly and securely without the need for physical documents, and can be used anytime and anywhere. UIDAI data shows rapid growth in adoption: 50 crore transactions were logged by mid-2024, rising to 100 crore by Jan...