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Hans India
08-08-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Only SSC, Railway Board allowed to use Aadhaar-based authentication in exams: MoS
New Delhi; The Staff Selection Commission and Railway Recruitment Board are the only two government agencies authorised by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology to use face authentication in their examinations to verify the identity of candidates and other officials, the Rajya Sabha was informed on Friday. Minister of State for Electronics and Information Technology Jitin Prasada, in a written reply, said, 'The real-time face authentication during examinations helps in preventing impersonation and reduces malpractices. It enhances transparency, builds trust among aspirants and strengthens administrative accountability.' Responding to questions on Aadhaar-based face authentication for national exams, the MoS said, 'The Ministry authorises Ministries/Department/Organisations, under Aadhaar Authentication for Good Governance (Social Welfare, Innovation, Knowledge) Rules, 2020, for use of Aadhaar authentication for multiple use cases, including examination services.' He said face authentication is a type of biometric authentication, having liveness detection features, that uses an individual's facial features to verify their identity in real time. 'It provides anytime, anywhere authentication with any entry-level smartphone, thus removing the requirement of any additional biometric devices,' he said, responding to questions from Kiran Choudhry, Kesridevsinh Jhala, Medha Vishram Kulkarni, Maya Naroliya and Baburam Nishad. 'The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) issues Aadhaar, a 12-digit unique identification number, to residents based on their biometric and demographic data. It serves as a digital identity for accessing various services through authentication carried out by the respective organisation providing those services,' he said. Responding to a separate question from Bhim Singh on the use of 'fake Aadhaar cards', the MoS said, 'Any instance of Aadhaar misuse is reported to law enforcement agencies for investigation and further action. Details of crimes, if any, using fake Aadhar are available with respective state governments.' Elaborating on the steps taken to strengthen the Aadhaar verification system, Prasada said offline verification can be done by scanning of QR code printed on the Aadhaar letter, eAadhaar, or Aadhaar PVC Card using the UIDAI 'Aadhaar QR Scanner' app or the 'mAadhaar' app, available on both Google Play Store and iOS App Store.' Online authentication can be done through biometric methods such as fingerprint, iris, facial authentication, as well as One Time Password (OTP) authentication, he said. The MoS said stakeholder advisories are also issued advising them not to accept Aadhaar numbers in physical or electronic form, without authentication.
Time of India
30-07-2025
- Time of India
Tatkaal passport appointments at Pune PSK this Saturday
Pune: The ministry of external affairs has announced the release of Tatkaal passport appointments at the Passport Seva Kendra (PSK), Pune, for Saturday as a part of its ongoing initiative to make services more accessible to citizens. A similar drive was conducted in July. Pune Regional Passport officer Arjun Deore said, "Many applicants fail on either document requirements or eligibility criteria, and thus cannot submit applications successfully. Applicants must carefully read the Tatkaal advisory and Tatkaal undertaking to avoid any potential issues on the appointment day." You Can Also Check: Pune AQI | Weather in Pune | Bank Holidays in Pune | Public Holidays in Pune Under Section 5 of the Passports Act 1967, the passport authority may conduct additional inquiries and demand extra documentation, as deemed necessary. Deore advised applicants to carry original documents, including QR code birth certificate with Aadhaar number, Std 10 certificate, existing passport, latest eAadhaar with scannable QR code, PAN card with hologram, voter ID with hologram and driving licence. Married applicants need a marriage certificate or joint photo declaration (Annexure J), while parents applying for minors require Annexure D and both parents' passports. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Libas Purple Days Sale Libas Undo "Smart ID cards printed on plastic by private entities are not accepted, and Aadhaar is not considered as proof of date of birth," Dr Deore clarified. Applicants must download mAadhaar and DigiLocker apps and ensure all QR codes on documents can be scanned for verification before visiting the PSK. Only DigiLocker-issued documents shared during online application submission will be accepted, while uploaded documents to DigiLocker Drive are not treated as authentic.
Indian Express
08-07-2025
- Indian Express
How to download Aadhaar Virtual ID (VID) for free online?
Aadhaar Virtual ID (VID) 2025: VID is a temporary, revocable 16-digit random number that is linked to the Aadhaar number, which can be used instead of the Aadhaar number for authentication or e-KYC services. Only the Aadhaar number holder may generate a VID and can also change their VID (create a new one) on occasion. It's important to note that an Aadhaar number can only have one valid VID at a time. You can use VID or Virtual ID in place of Aadhaar number. To know more about #AadhaarVID see- https: To generate your Virtual ID visit- — Aadhaar (@UIDAI) July 23, 2018 VID will be made available through the UIDAI website ( eAadhaar download, and the mAadhaar mobile application, among others. It can also be produced by sending an SMS to the Aadhaar helpline number 1947. Aadhaar holders must enter 'GVIDLast 4 digits of Aadhaar Number' and submit it to 1947 using their registered mobile number. Step 1: Go to myAadhaar's official page. Step 2: Scroll down and select 'VID Generator', or click on this link: Step 3: Choose 'Generate VID', enter your Aadhaar number and Captcha, then click 'Send OTP'. Step 3: Enter the OTP sent to your registered phone number. Step 4: Click the 'Submit' button at the bottom of the page. Step 5: Your 16-digit Virtual ID number will now be sent to your email address and Aadhaar-registered phone number.
Business Upturn
30-04-2025
- Business
- Business Upturn
KFin Technologies launches KFIN KRA to simplify customer onboarding
By Aman Shukla Published on April 30, 2025, 14:56 IST KFin Technologies Limited has launched KFIN KRA, a new-generation KYC Registration Agency (KRA), through its wholly owned subsidiary, KFin Services Private Limited (KFSPL). This initiative aims to streamline customer onboarding for financial institutions amid increasing digital adoption and evolving regulatory requirements in India. KFIN KRA is built as a unified platform with blockchain-backed infrastructure to improve data security, enhance verification speed, and reduce identity management complexity. The agency supports both digital and physical KYC processing, offering flexibility to financial institutions and investors. Key Features of KFIN KRA: Integrated KYC Services : Handles registration, modification, downloads, and interoperability to reduce repetitive documentation. Advanced Authentication : Enables eKYC using DigiLocker and eAadhaar verification. CKYC Integration : Connects with the Central KYC Records Registry for wider compliance. Multi-Mode Processing : Supports both straight-through digital and physical submission workflows. Real-Time Alerts : Sends SMS and email updates throughout the KYC process. Enterprise Integration : Offers secure API/SFTP channels for data exchange across financial platforms. Document Management: Provides digital storage and retrieval to reduce reliance on physical paperwork. The platform uses AI-driven verification and centralized data systems to shorten processing times and support compliance. KFIN KRA is designed to assist financial service providers and investors with a consistent and transparent KYC process. This development aligns with KFin Technologies' efforts to support India's financial infrastructure through efficient and technology-driven solutions. Aman Shukla is a post-graduate in mass communication . A media enthusiast who has a strong hold on communication ,content writing and copy writing. Aman is currently working as journalist at
