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Time of India
a day ago
- Business
- Time of India
UIDAI signs five-year R&D deal with Indian Statistical Institute on Aadhaar
Academy Empower your mind, elevate your skills The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) on Tuesday signed an umbrella agreement with the Indian Statistical Institute (ISI) for joint research and development (R&D) to further enhance the robustness, security and reliability of Aadhaar operations through data-driven innovations The collaborations will cover areas such as improvements in biometric liveness detection tools, matching algorithms and other priority areas, UIDAI said in a for five years, the agreement will cover areas such as fraud and anomaly detection, development of biometric liveness detection tools, identification of high-risk enrolment or update categories, improvements in biometric matching algorithms , and other priority areas.'Our collaboration with Indian Statistical Institute is a step towards building advanced, secure, and citizen-centric innovation ,' UIDAI CEO Bhuvnesh Kumar Kolkata-based ISI is a premier academic and research institution under the ministry of statistics and programme implementation (MoSPI). The 93-year-old institute is known for its expertise in the areas of statistics, mathematics, computer science, and data science, with a proven track record in high-impact research.
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Business Standard
3 days ago
- Business
- Business Standard
Aadhaar face authentication transactions surpass 2-billion mark, says MeitY
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has recorded 2 billion Aadhaar face authentication transactions, marking rapid growth in biometric verification across the country, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) said on Monday. Adoption has accelerated sharply, with 500 million transactions completed by mid-2024. This figure doubled to 1 billion by January 2025 and reached 2 billion in less than six months thereafter, the ministry added. In its monthly data released on August 8, the ministry also said that face authentication reached an all-time high of 193.6 million transactions in July 2025, compared to 57.7 million transactions during the same period in the previous financial year. This also marks a 22 per cent sequential growth from June 2025. The ministry added that July also saw the highest number of face authentication transactions in a single day, with over 12.2 million transactions recorded on July 1, 2025. The previous record was set on March 1, 2025, when more than 10.7 million transactions were completed, it added. "Reaching 2 billion Aadhaar Face Authentication transactions in such a short time underlines the trust and confidence that both residents and service providers have in Aadhaar's secure, inclusive, and innovative authentication ecosystem.' He added, 'From villages to metros, UIDAI is joining forces with governments, banks, and service providers to make Aadhaar Face Authentication a grand success and by giving every Indian the power to prove their identity instantly, securely, and anywhere," UIDAI Chief Executive Officer Bhuvnesh Kumar said. The ministry said this achievement goes beyond figures, demonstrating how inclusive technology, when effectively expanded, can close gaps, empower people, and speed up India's progress toward a fully connected and assured digital future.
News18
3 days ago
- Business
- News18
Aadhaar Face Authentication doubles to 200 cr in less than six months
Agency: PTI New Delhi, Aug 11 (PTI) Aadhaar transactions carried out using face recognition have doubled to 200 crore in less than six months, an official statement said on Monday. On August 10, UIDAI celebrated a landmark 200 crore transactions of Face Authentication, showcasing India's rapid move towards seamless, secure, and paperless authentication. 'The pace of adoption has been exponential. 50 crore transactions were recorded by mid-2024. The number doubled to 100 crore transactions in January 2025 in just about five months. In less than six months, this figure has again doubled, reaching the 200 crore milestone," the statement said. Unique Identification Authority of India Chief Executive Officer Bhuvnesh Kumar said from villages to metros, the authority is joining forces with governments, banks, and service providers to make Aadhaar Face Authentication a grand success and by giving every Indian the power to prove their identity instantly, securely, and anywhere. view comments First Published: August 11, 2025, 21:00 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Hindustan Times
02-08-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Now you can change your name, address and more from your mobile with this new e-Aadhaar app - Here's how
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) is set to introduce a QR code-enabled e-Aadhaar system nationwide by the end of 2025. The initiative will allow Aadhaar holders to verify their identity digitally, which will eliminate the need to carry or submit physical photocopies of the Aadhaar card for authentication. UIDAI will launch a new e-Aadhaar app with QR code verification by the end of 2025.(HT) E-Aadhaar App: Digital Verification Process UIDAI CEO Bhuvnesh Kumar confirmed that about 2,000 of the existing one lakh Aadhaar authentication devices have already been upgraded to support the QR-based system. Once implemented, identity checks can be completed using digital QR scans, which will streamline verification for both individuals and service providers. Also read: How to quietly limit someone on Instagram without blocking, unfollowing, or causing drama Alongside the QR upgrade, UIDAI plans to launch an updated Aadhaar mobile app. This app will enable users to make changes to most personal details, such as name, address, and date of birth, directly from their smartphones. This change will reduce the need for in-person visits to enrolment centres. Rollout Timeline and Changes Starting November 2025, in-person visits to enrolment centres will only be required for biometric verification tasks, including fingerprint and iris scans. All other updates can be completed digitally through the app, which will make the process paperless and more convenient. Also read: How to easily compress data on your iPad to save storage space The system will also draw authenticated user information directly from government databases, including birth certificates, PAN cards, passports, driving licences, ration cards under the PDS system, MNREGA records, and possibly electricity bill records for address verification. UIDAI aims to reduce identity fraud risks while ensuring that identity verification remains secure and accessible for over a billion Aadhaar holders. The QR code verification method is already being tested in sub-registrar offices and the hospitality industry as a secure identity confirmation tool. The system will operate with privacy safeguards, which ensure personal information is shared only with explicit consent. Also read: How to schedule texts on Android and iPhone: Step-by-step guide Children's Biometric Updates On the other hand, UIDAI is coordinating with educational boards such as CBSE to conduct biometric enrolment drives for school students. These efforts target mandatory biometric updates for children between the ages of five and seven, and again between 15 and 17 years, to ensure their Aadhaar details remain current.
Time of India
21-07-2025
- Time of India
UIDAI Launches Initiative to Update Aadhaar Biometric for Children via SchoolsETEducation
Advt Advt Join the community of 2M+ industry professionals. Subscribe to Newsletter to get latest insights & analysis in your inbox. Get updates on your preferred social platform Follow us for the latest news, insider access to events and more. New Delhi, The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) is poised to launch a nationwide initiative to expedite the biometric update of Aadhaar cards for children through schools in the next two months. The initiative aims to cover over 7 crore children whose biometric details have not yet been CEO Bhuvnesh Kumar said the authority is currently testing the technology and expects it to be ready in the next 45-60 days. The project will be rolled out in a phased manner, beginning with schools and later extended to colleges for the second round of updates, which are required for children who attain the age of 15 to UIDAI guidelines, biometric updates become mandatory once a child is 5 years old. Children under 5 years are issued Aadhaar without biometric data. Failing to complete the Mandatory Biometric Update (MBU) before age 7 could result in deactivation of the Aadhaar number. Updates between ages 5-7 are free of cost, but a fee of Rs 100 applies after age 7."Aadhaar is crucial for delivering benefits under several government schemes. We want children to get all the benefits at the right time. Through schools, we are trying to reach as many children in a convenient manner," Kumar UIDAI has reiterated the importance of completing the Mandatory Biometric Update (MBU) for children who have attained the age of seven but have not yet updated their biometrics in Aadhaar. This is an existing requirement under Aadhaar, and parents or guardians can update the details of their child at any Aadhaar Seva Kendra or designated Aadhaar has started sending SMS messages to the mobile numbers registered in the Aadhaar of such children for completing the MBU exercise.A child's Aadhaar Biometrics can be updated for free between ages 5 and 7. A child under the age of five enrols for Aadhaar by providing the photograph, name, date of birth, gender, address and documents of proof. However, the fingerprints and iris biometrics of a child are not captured for Aadhaar enrolment below the age of five because these are not mature at that age, according to an official per existing rules, therefore, fingerprints, iris and photo are mandatorily required to be updated in his/her Aadhaar when the child reaches the age of five years. This is called the first Mandatory Biometric Update (MBU), the statement explained.
