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Aadhaar card holders can follow the tips revealed by UIDAI in order to prevent misuse of Aadhaar card. Check what UIDAI has suggested. Aadhaar card is one of the most important documents that you need to have in order to prove your identity and get official work done. An Aadhaar card comprises the 12-digit random number issued by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) to the residents of India after satisfying the verification process laid down…

Aadhaar card holders can apply for ePAN online using their Aadhaar by visiting the official website of Income Tax Department- incometaxindia.gov.in. Check step-by-step guide here. If you are an Aadhaar card holder, you can easily apply for instant ePAN and that too online. It can be known that having documents like Aadhaar Card, Permanent Account Number (PAN card), Voter ID, among others is very important as these documents help you to prove your identity and…

People can now book 24 train tickets in a month on the IRCTC website and app if their user ID is linked to Aadhaar, otherwise only 12 tickets can be bought, the Railways announced on Monday. So far, the Indian Railways Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) allowed people to book six tickets a month if the account is not connected to Aadhar and 12 if it is linked. ALSO READ: Planning to Travel by Indian Railways? Here’s How You Can Get Confirmed Tatkal Tickets on IRCTC “To facilitate passengers, Indian Railways has…

You need to link your PAN and Aadhaar Card by June 30 to avoid paying a fine. Check the online PAN-Aadhaar linking process, penalty details here. Have you linked your PAN with Aadhaar card yet? If not you need to do it by June 30 in order to avoid paying a fine or penalty of Rs. 1000. It can be noted that the central government has extended the last date to link your Permanent Account Number (PAN) with Aadhaar to March 31, 2023, however, there is something…

Aadhaar card has become a go-to document for multiple services in India. Launched back in 2009, it’s now the single most important document for subsidies and other monetary benefits of government schemes, as well as income tax returns, opening a bank account, and more. The Aadhaar card can also be used as proof of identity/residence and for eKYC. The card consists of a 12-digit unique identification number issued by the Government of India with UIDAI. In case you haven’t applied for the Aadhaar card yet, here’s how to do…

Not a security tip per se, but a suggestion to Aadhaar card holders worried about security: UIDAI says that if you don’t want to disclose your Aadhaar number, then you can use VID or Masked Aadhaar, it is valid and accepted widely. To get VID/masked Aadhaar, download Aadhaar from here: https://myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in/genricDownloadAadhaar Not a security tip per se, but a suggestion to Aadhaar card holders worried about security: UIDAI says that if you don’t want to disclose your Aadhaar number, then you can use VID or…

The Indian government has withdrawn an UIDAI advisory that cautioned the general public against sharing photocopy of their Aadhaar with any organisation.The Ministry of Electronics and IT (MeitY) said it is withdrawing the press release as it can lead to misinterpretation."The release advised the people to not to share photocopy of their Aadhaar with any organisation because it can be misused. Alternatively, a masked Aadhaar which displays only the last 4 digits of Aadhaar number, can be used."However, in view of the…

Photo for representational purposes (TOI)NEW DELHI: India on Sunday withdrew a warning not to share photocopies of the national biometric identity card after the announcement caused widespread panic on social media. The Aadhaar card, which has a unique number tied to an individual's fingerprints, face and eye scan, aims to block theft and leakage in India's welfare schemes. But critics fear it could spawn a surveillance state. The press information bureau withdrew the warning two days after issuing it, saying the release…

“The Government has been working to promote “Ease of Living” through Digital India and the MyGov Helpdesk on WhatsApp is a major step to ensure governance and government services are at the fingertips of citizens,” said the official press note.MyGov Helpdesk on WhatsAppWith MyGov Helpdesk on WhatsApp, users will be able to get their documents such as Pan Card, Driving License, CBSE Class X passing certificate, vehicle registration certification, insurance policy, Two Wheeler, Class X and XII mark sheet, and Insurance…

Aadhaar card is one of the most important documents that a person needs to have. Therefore, it should not have any kind of mistakes in the details mentioned on it. If you notice any kind of mistake in your Aadhaar card, you can get it updated online. Check details here. Aadhaar card update: Have you noticed any mistake in your Aadhaar card in name, address, date of birth? Want to get it rectified? There is no need to worry as mistakes on an Aadhaar card can be…