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UIDAI has clarified that Aadhaar holders can request DoB updates more than once, but subsequent changes face stricter rules. The process depends on the existing DoB status, documents submitted earlier and the circumstances behind the correction.

Former diplomat Navdeep Suri said he was asked to provide documents proving his Indian citizenship during Punjab's SIR exercise. Suri said he was asked for his passport after officials found discrepancies with 2003 electoral records.

A viral video featuring PM Modi has been circulating on social media, claiming a free 1-tola gold for Aadhaar card holders. Here's what PIB Fact Check reveals about the alleged scheme and the authenticity of the viral video.

The Aadhaar biometric lock/unlock feature has gained significant adoption, with residents using it more than 1.91 crore times, according to MeitY. This security feature allows Aadhaar holders to prevent unauthorized biometric authentication using their fingerprints, iris and face data.

Check how to apply for a Baal Aadhaar card in 2026, documents required, eligibility, mandatory biometric updates at ages five and 15, enrolment process, and key UIDAI rules.

The agency fact-checked the claim, said the video was an AI-generated “fake video”

The Ministry of Information Technology dismissed rumors of a new Aadhaar card design featuring a photo and QR code, stating there are no such plans. They advised the public to ignore misleading social media posts and rely on official communications by the UIDAI.

UIDAI clarifies that Aadhaar is valid as identity proof but not as proof of date of birth. It is up to individual Aadhaar User Agencies (AUAs) and e-KYC User Agencies (KUAs) to determine their own views on the use of Aadhaar for establishing date of birth, the authority has said.

To open a Demat account in India, select a SEBI-recognized broker, complete an online application with required documents, and verify identity through e-KYC. The process typically takes 10-15 minutes, allowing users to trade in various securities with ease.

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.