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Over 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 2026
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New Aadhaar app launched: Can you update mobile number and address? Key features, steps to download

UIDAI launched a new Aadhaar mobile app on 29 January, featuring enhanced user control over personal information, selective sharing, and offline verification. Here's how to download the app.

2 min read29 Jan 2026
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UIDAI 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 2025
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Aadhaar 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 2025
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UIDAI 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
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Aadhaar card update: From name change to new fees — 3 things change from November 1 | All you need to know

The UIDAI's new Aadhaar rules from today, November 1, 2025, will help Aadhaar holders update their information with ease by not having to visit the enrolment centres.

2 min read1 Nov 2025
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e-Aadhaar app to launch soon: How to update DOB, address and other details in just a few clicks — all you need to know

The UIDAI-made e-Aadhaar mobile application will be launched soon. People can use the application to update their date of birth, address, and other personal details. Here's all you need to know about the app.

1 min read19 Sep 2025
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Starlink partners with UIDAI: To use Aadhaar for quick, KYC-compliant customer verification process — here's all we know

Billionaire Elon Musk's Starlink has partnered with the UIDAI to use Aadhaar-based verification to enable a quick and KYC-compliant process for customers in India. We take a look at what can be expected…

1 min read20 Aug 2025
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Aadhaar News: UIDAI to implement stricter rules to obtain, update crucial ID — What you need to know

Aadhaar, issued by the UIDAI, was originally conceived as a proof of identity rather than citizenship and allowed individuals to obtain one with minimal security.

1 min read11 Jul 2025
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Govt to amend Aadhaar Act for improved consent, DPDP Act alignment

The government's intention is to plug gaps and align the Aadhaar Act with the DPDP Act, according to officials.

2 min read9 Apr 2025