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Government has announced an extension to the deadline for updating Aadhaar card details without any charge until June 14, 2024. Initially set to expire on March 14, the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has decided to prolong the free online document upload facility, providing individuals with additional time to ensure the accuracy and currency of their Aadhaar card information.This move comes as a relief for many citizens who may have been unable to update their Aadhaar card details within the original…

It's widely acknowledged that digital fraud is escalating in India, posing a significant threat to individuals' financial security and the integrity of national identification systems like Aadhaar. Fraudsters continually evolve their tactics, making it increasingly challenging to protect sensitive personal information.Here, we outline essential measures to shield yourself from scams exploiting Aadhaar information. These encompass both proactive steps and critical precautions to mitigate risks. Adhering to robust digital…

Bengaluru: Digital public infrastructure (DPI) could help India become an $8-trillion economy by 2030, according to a report by the National…

Image Source : FILE India Digital Summit The Indian government stated that it will hold the first-ever ‘Future Skills Summit’ in Guwahati (on Thursday) where more than 20 strategic collaborations in skilling will be unveiled. The summit will be inaugurated by Union Minister of State for Electronics and IT and Skill Development- Rajeev Chandrasekhar and it is expected to…

To streamline voter registration, the Government of India has set a deadline to link an Aadhaar card with a Voter ID card by March 31st. The process will help the government curb the menace of multiple enrolments of the same person in different places. Having said that, it is not mandatory to link your Aadhaar card with a Voter ID card yet. It’s voluntary so far.On that note, here’s a quick guide that will help your Voter ID card with your Aadhaar card online using the NVSP portal, SMS, calling the toll-free number, and…

It was a challenging year for Indian IT, but sectors like online gaming and drones experienced better fortunes. There were exciting possibilities for India’s space exploration and manufacturing ambitions. Meanwhile, we have only just started realising the immense potential of AI combined with the effects of living in an increasingly connected world. Here is a one-stop recap for the year that was:15.4 billion: The number of games downloaded in India this year, the second highest globally, only after China. But it’s not…

The history of modern of technology begins in the West. Modern computers, computer networks and the most influential of companies, principles and laws governing these domains were spawned mostly on either side of the Atlantic Ocean, if not almost entirely in northern America. Over time, the West largely came to adopt one of two approaches on how it governed technology and use technologies in its governance. On one hand is the American model where private companies have almost entirely charted the ways, in tune with the…

Zerodha Co-founder and CEO Nithin Kamath on Wednesday posted a video showing his own deepfake which was convincing enough to fool users into believing it was Kamath himself. He said the aim was to highlight the growing threat posed by Artificial Intelligence (AI).In the video, Kamath's deepfake speaks about the difficulty in verifying customer identities as digitisation becomes centre stage.Elevate Your Tech Prowess with High-Value Skill CoursesOffering CollegeCourseWebsiteIIM KozhikodeIIMK Advanced Data Science For…

The Income Tax Department of India has mandated the linkage of PAN cards with Aadhaar for all cardholders. This article provides a comprehensive guide on how to complete this crucial process to ensure compliance with Income Tax regulations.Why link PAN with Aadhaar?Understanding the significance of linking PAN (Permanent Account Number) with Aadhaar and its role in streamlining personal transactions, including tax payments, TDS/TCS credits, income returns, defined transactions, and correspondence.Deadline and…

The Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) is a government initiative aimed at providing affordable housing for all. It offers interest subsidies on home loans to economically weaker and lower-middle-income groups in India. The application deadline for the scheme has been extended to December 31st, 2024. If you have already applied for the PMAY scheme and want to check its status, here’s an article that can guide you through the process. Discover how to check your PMAY status online.How to check PMAY application status using…