Aadhaar
SIR in Bengal: SC permits Calcutta HC to requisition judicial officers from Jharkhand, Odisha for electoral roll claims
The Supreme Court has directed the deployment of civil judges to speed up the electoral rolls revision in West Bengal. The Calcutta High Court can request officers from Odisha and Jharkhand, with specific guidelines on valid documents for processing claims.
3 min read24 Feb 2026Over 2.5 crore Aadhaar cards of deceased persons deactivated. Here's why
UIDAI has deactivated more than 2.5 crore Aadhaar numbers of deceased persons to prevent misuse of the national identity document. The authority is trying to clean up and maintain the accuracy and integrity of the Aadhaar database in the country.
1 min read4 Feb 2026Identity theft: Technology solutions exist to tackle India’s problem of KYC data leakages
‘Know your customer’ norms were designed to curb financial crime, but they have exposed millions to the risk of their identity data being stolen. The good news is that privacy-preserving technologies could let identities be verified without stockpiling the information that hackers target.
4 min read6 Jan 2026Aadhaar-PAN card link status: What happens if you miss the 31 December deadline; how to link online
The deadline to link Aadhaar with PAN is 31 December 2025. Failure to do so may mead to serious consequences. A penalty of ₹1,000 applies unless PAN was obtained post-1 October 2024 using Aadhaar ID. Link online to avoid complications.
3 min read30 Dec 2025Aadhaar–PAN linking deadline nears: ₹1,000 penalty and key details you shouldn’t miss before December 31
Aadhaar–PAN linking deadline: CBDT's announcement marks the final date of linking Aadhaar with PAN on 31 December 2025. If taxpayers fail to comply with the mandate, then they are likely to face severe consequences. From key details to penalties — All you need to know about the final date.
2 min read28 Dec 2025Aadhaar-PAN linking mandatory by 31 December 2025 – here's a last-minute guide for taxpayers
Taxpayers must link Aadhaar with PAN by 31 December 2025 to maintain PAN validity. The process can be completed online, requiring a valid PAN, Aadhaar number, and mobile number.
2 min read26 Dec 2025Aadhaar-PAN linking deadline nears: Step-by-step guide to link them before 31 December
The deadline to link Aadhaar with PAN is 31 December. Failure to link may render your PAN inoperative. A penalty of ₹1,000 applies unless linked by eligible criteria. Taxpayers can check their linking status online through the income tax e-filing portal.
2 min read25 Dec 2025UIDAI registration mandate to bar hotels from making Aadhaar photocopies — Here's what you need to know as customers
Aadhaar issuer UIDAI is set to launch a new registration mandate, which will prohibit businesses like hotels and event organisers from taking Aadhaar card photocopies of customers. Here's what you need to know as customers.
2 min read8 Dec 2025Aadhaar app update: Here's a stepwise guide on how to change your linked mobile number from home
The new Aadhaar App allows users to update their mobile number directly from their own phones, eliminating the need to visit an enrolment centre. This feature reduces hassle, especially for seniors and those residing in remote areas.
2 min read8 Dec 2025UIDAI makes registration mandatory for entities seeking Aadhaar-based verification to curb misuse — details here
UIDAI has introduced a rule requiring hotels and event organisers to register for Aadhaar verification, aiming to prevent misuse of physical Aadhaar copies. Here's how it works.
1 min read8 Dec 2025