UIDAI
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has introduced the Scheme for Innovation and Technology Association with Aadhaar (SITAA) to foster collaboration among startups, academia, and industry in enhancing digital identity security. The initiative aims to develop advanced biometric technologies and solutions to combat deepfakes, spoofing, and other security threats.
UIDAI
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has announced a waiver of charges for Mandatory Biometric Updates (MBU) for children aged 7-15, benefiting approximately 6 crore children. This initiative, effective from October 1, 2025, will last for one year and aims to facilitate easier access to education, scholarships, and Direct
Aadhaar Samvaad
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) held its fourth Aadhaar Samvaad in Hyderabad, gathering over 700 officials, industry leaders, and startup representatives to discuss innovations and improvements in service delivery using Aadhaar. The event coincided with the 16th Foundation Day of Aadhaar, highlighting its role in India's
Aadhaar
Dr. Ashish Kumar Bhutani, Secretary of the Ministry of Cooperation, participated in a workshop aimed at onboarding Cooperative Banks to Aadhaar-enabled Payment Services. This initiative, aligned with Prime Minister Modi's vision of 'Sahkar se Samriddhi', seeks to empower cooperative banks, enhance financial inclusion in rural areas,
Aadhaar
In August 2025, UIDAI recorded over 221 crore Aadhaar authentication transactions, marking a 10.3% increase from August 2024. The rise in transactions highlights the growing utility of Aadhaar in facilitating welfare delivery and services. Face authentication transactions also surged to 18.6 crore, up from 6.04 crore the
UIDAI
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has called on schools across India to ensure timely Mandatory Biometric Updates (MBU) for children aged 5 to 15 years. In collaboration with the Ministry of Education, UIDAI aims to address the pending MBU for approximately 17 crore children by organizing camps in
Fiji
The Prime Minister of Fiji, Mr. Sitiveni Ligamamada Rabuka, visited UIDAI headquarters in New Delhi, where he was briefed on India's digital identity system, Aadhaar, and the DigiLocker service. The visit highlighted India's commitment to digital governance and its role in empowering residents through innovative solutions.
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The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has partnered with Starlink Satellite Communication Pvt Ltd to utilize Aadhaar Authentication for customer verification. This collaboration aims to streamline the onboarding process, ensuring it is quick, paperless, and compliant with KYC norms. The integration of Aadhaar e-KYC with Starlink's services
UIDAI
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has partnered with Starlink Satellite Communication Pvt Ltd to utilize Aadhaar Authentication for customer verification. This collaboration aims to streamline the onboarding process, ensuring it is quick, paperless, and compliant with KYC norms. The partnership highlights the synergy between India's trusted
UIDAI
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has signed a five-year research and development agreement with the Indian Statistical Institute (ISI) to improve the robustness, security, and reliability of Aadhaar operations. The collaboration will focus on areas such as biometric liveness detection, fraud detection, and matching algorithms, aiming to leverage
Aadhaar
On August 10, 2025, UIDAI celebrated a significant milestone of 200 crore transactions in Aadhaar Face Authentication, doubling from 100 crore in just six months. This rapid adoption highlights the trust in Aadhaar's secure and innovative authentication system, enabling instant and contactless identity verification across India. CEO Bhuvnesh
Aadhaar
In July 2025, Aadhaar Face Authentication transactions soared to an all-time high of 19.36 crore, marking a significant increase from 5.77 crore in the same month last year. The peak was reached on July 1, with over 1.22 crore transactions in a single day. The technology is