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The government-backed Aadhaar App has crossed 4 crore downloads, driven by growing adoption of digital identity services. The app enables users to update Aadhaar details, manage security features and access services, with millions using it for address, mobile number and email updates

The Unique Identification Authority of India said over 2.5 lakh residents updated their Aadhaar email IDs through the Aadhaar App within two days of the facility's launch. The free six-month service enhances security by enabling real-time authentication alerts

Congress leader Shashi Tharoor urged a legal overhaul to treat Aadhaar and passports as conclusive proof of Indian citizenship unless withdrawn by the state. He also suggested a distinct Aadhaar format for non-citizens to resolve ongoing confusion over identity documentation

The Supreme Court is set to hear a PIL seeking to restrict Aadhaar use strictly to identity verification. The plea alleges its misuse as proof of citizenship, domicile and birth details, and calls for stricter electoral verification reforms

The Centre has denied reports claiming Aadhaar cards will soon feature only a photograph and QR code. The government said no such proposal is under consideration and urged citizens and media outlets to rely only on official UIDAI and PIB communications

The School Education Department, in collaboration with UIDAI, is conducting mandatory biometric updates (MBU) of Aadhaar for school-going students across Hyderabad and districts. Authorities have advised parents and schools to complete the process by February 2026.

UIDAI launched Aadhaar mascot ‘Udai’ to simplify citizen communication on services, selected through a national MyGov competition, aiming to make Aadhaar information more inclusive and people-friendly

UIDAI is set to notify a new rule requiring hotels, event organisers and other entities conducting Aadhaar-based offline verification to register for access to QR code and app-based authentication. The upcoming app aims to enhance privacy, reduce paper use and streamline verification.

UIDAI Deputy Director General Abhishek Kumar Singh urges bankers to come on board, calls its the easiest and fastest way to authenticate users

UIDAI has waived charges for Mandatory Biometric Updates (MBU-1) for children aged 5–17, effective from October 1 for one year. This move benefits around six crore children and enhances access to services like school admissions and scholarships.

UIDAI will launch a phased initiative to update Aadhaar biometrics of children via schools, targeting over 7 crore pending updates. With parental consent, biometric kits will be sent to districts and rotated across schools for easy access

This is in sync with an effort to make Aadhaar more people-friendly, enable ease of living, and enable better access to services for people

Previously, individuals could update their Aadhaar Card details for free until March 14. This is the second time UIDAI has extended the deadline.

American cyber security and intelligence agency, Resecurity, noticed that the data has been put up for sale for $ 80,000, and claims that the hacker has shown some spreadsheets with pieces of Aadhar data as proof to claim legitimacy.

Scammers are exploiting some flaws in the Aadhaar-enabled Payment System (AePS), which can drain your bank account to zero balance

Speaking at a startup conclave on governance hosted by Endiya Partners and Qapita in partnership with Startup India here, he shared his insights on the crucial role of governance within the startup ecosystem.

The apex court passed the order after a recommendation of the Supreme Court-appointed High Power Committee which in its 9th report sought directions to UIDAI for issuing Aadhaar cards for the displaced persons in the State.

Mishra is an alumnus of IIT Kanpur.  J. Satyanarayana served as the part-time chairperson of UIDAI, with his tenure spanning from July 12, 2016, to April 15, 2019.

Only demographic details such as name, DOB, gender and address can be updated in the Aadhaar for free till June 14.

Updating Aadhaar card through online is now free until June 14, 2023, thanks to the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI).