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Pakistani man claims he has Aadhaar card, Indian voter ID: 'Humne vote bhi kiya'

Osama, a Pakistani man in India for 17 years, claims to have an Aadhaar card and voter ID, raising eyebrows amid ongoing visa cancellations of Pakistanis.

Osama, a Pakistani man, came to Indian in 2008(X/@ANI)

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Updated on Apr 30, 2025 03:01 PM IST

ByHT Trending Desk

3 held in connection with digital arrest fraud

The matter came to light when a woman, a resident of Omaxe Green Valley in Faridabad, lodged a police complaint in November last year.

The cyber thugs then threatened her with the arrest and extorted <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>40 lakh from the victim. (HT File)

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Published on Apr 30, 2025 05:40 AM IST

ByPress Trust of India, Faridabad

Private papers of ex-prez APJ Abdul Kalam donated to National Archives

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Published on Apr 29, 2025 11:13 AM IST

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Kashmiri student ‘assaulted’ by miscreants in Jalandhar, claims J&K student body

J&K students' association claims a Kashmiri youth in Jalandhar was assaulted by miscreants. They demand action for student safety amid rising concerns.

Jammu and Kashmir minister Sakina Itoo on Saturday met Punjab governor Gulab Chand Kataria and sought urgent steps for instilling a sense of security among the J-K residents currently staying in Punjab and Chandigarh.

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Published on Apr 27, 2025 07:32 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Jalandhar

SSC to implement Aadhaar Based Biometric Authentication in upcoming exams

The commission said it will be implementing Aadhar Based Biometric Authentication in its upcoming examinations starting May 2025 onwards.

SSC will be implementing Aadhaar Based Biometric Authentication in upcoming exams. Check the notice here. (Representative image/HT Photos)

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Published on Apr 17, 2025 12:51 PM IST

ByHT Education Desk | Edited by Gaurav Sarma

Modi govt launches game-changing Aadhaar app with face ID, QR code features

The new Aadhaar app features QR code-based instant verification and real-time face ID for authentication.

Aadhaar verification becomes as simple as making a UPI payment, Vaishnaw said in a post on X.(Representational Image)

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Updated on Apr 09, 2025 05:01 AM IST

ByHT News Desk

Election Commission mandates Aadhaar linking amid voter list row

The Election Commission of India has instructed officials to link Aadhaar numbers with electoral rolls to ensure proper identification of voters.

The directive appears to contradict the ECI’s previous position that Aadhaar linking is not mandatory. (Representational photo)

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Published on Mar 12, 2025 01:45 PM IST

ByAbhishek Angad

Katra residents to get priority darshan at Vaishno Devi shrine

The decision to build ₹25-crore exit track Bhawan comes after 12 pilgrims were killed and scores injured in a stampede on the night of December 31, 2021

The board has operationalised a yatri facilitation centre at the Katra station for pilgrims to complete their registration conveniently. (HT File)

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Updated on Jan 28, 2025 07:04 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Jammu

Karnataka man ‘declared dead’ walks into DC's office to prove he’s alive

The Deputy Commissioner has assured him the issue would be resolved and instructed the assistant commissioner to take action.

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Updated on Jan 08, 2025 11:59 AM IST

ByHT News Desk

Bangladeshi national living in Kolkata for a year arrested: Police

Investigations revealed that Rahman, a resident of Narail district in the Khulna division, had visited Kolkata multiple times for business over the past 10 years

An Aadhaar card and PAN card, both issued using forged documents, were seized from the accused (Representative photo)

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Published on Dec 27, 2024 06:37 PM IST

ByHT Correspondent

Bangladeshi arrested after 34 years in Mumbai

MUMBAI: Mohin Hayat Badshah Sheikh, a 51-year-old Bangladeshi immigrant, was arrested for illegal entry and possessing Indian documents without citizenship.

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Updated on Dec 22, 2024 06:01 PM IST

ByDev Kotak

How to update Aadhar Card for free on UIDAI site before deadline ends in 2025

Aadhar UIDAI Update: Ensure your Aadhaar details are accurate and up to date without fees before the deadline of June 14, 2025

The deadline to update details in the Aadhaar card free ends on June 14.(HT Photo)

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Updated on Dec 16, 2024 02:27 PM IST

ByHT News Desk

Dahisar homemaker outsmarts cyber frauds

A Mumbai homemaker thwarted a cyber fraud attempt after sharing her photo and Aadhaar card, realizing it was a scam when asked for bank details.

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Updated on Dec 09, 2024 07:22 AM IST

ByMegha Sood

Chandigarh: Home tutor answers ‘CBI’ phone call, loses ₹51 lakh

The victim received a phone call informing him that a SIM card, issued in his name in Mumbai using his Aadhaar card, was linked to numerous fraudulent activities, leading to seven complaints and one FIR against him

The victim, Harinath Singh, who is in his 50s, runs tuition classes from home, said police. (Shutterstock)

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Updated on Nov 24, 2024 08:04 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Chandigarh

Aadhaar card is not proof of age, only identity, reiterates Madhya Pradesh high court

The high court also cited the UIDAI circular of 2023 that clarified that Aadhaar Card can be used to establish identity but was not per se proof of date of birth

The petitioner cited a verdict by a coordinate bench of the court which ordered the state to consider the age according to Aadhaar and sought similar directions. (Arun Sharma/HT FILE PHOTO)

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Published on Nov 11, 2024 10:01 PM IST

ByShruti Tomar

Drive uncovers unexpected realities: Beggars have bank accounts, PAN cards

Survey findings suggest that a significant number of beggars originate from adjoining districts ,like Barabanki, Sitapur, Hardoi, Rae Bareli, Unnao and Bahraich. Surprisingly, many of these individuals have homes in their villages but choose to live on the streets

A verification drive encompassing over 5,000 beggars at five major intersections - Polytechnic, IGP, Lal Batti, Hazratganj, and Charbagh — has revealed that begging is not a social stigma but a profession. (File Photo)

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Updated on Oct 26, 2024 06:04 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent

Chandigarh: 3 rob man of his belongings near Kalagram, 1 held

The accused were identified as Happy, who was apprehended at the scene, his accomplices, Bablu and Gaurav, managed to flee the area before police arrived

Victim Vijay Singh, in his complaint, told police that a trio accosted him and demanded his belongings. They forcibly took Singh’s Aadhaar card, cash and mobile phone. (Getty image)

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Updated on Oct 25, 2024 06:58 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Chandigarh

Aadhaar card not valid document to determine age: Supreme Court

A bench comprising Justices Sanjay Karol and Ujjal Bhuyan, therefore, said the age of the deceased had to be determined from the date of birth mentioned in the school-leaving certificate under Section 94 of the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015.

The Supreme Court accepted the contention of the claimant-appellants before it and upheld the judgment of the Motor Accident Claims Tribunal (MACT) which calculated the deceased’s age on the basis of his school leaving certificate. (Getty Images/iStockphoto)

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Updated on Oct 25, 2024 05:16 AM IST

ByPress Trust of India, New Delhi

Pakistani couple arrested in city for forgery: Police

In total four people have been booked in the case. however, only 2 were arrested as the others were elderly and sick

The accused had fled Pakistan over religious disputes and initially settled in Dhaka, Bangladesh (File photo)

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Updated on Oct 01, 2024 06:36 AM IST

ByCoovercolly Indresh, Bengaluru

Noida woman duped of ₹30 lakh by cyber frauds posing as telecom officials

The caller told her that he is from TRAI and was calling her regarding a mobile number that was used for illegal activities and that SIM card was taken using her Aadhaar card

The unidentified suspects have been booked under sections 308 (2) [extortion], 319 (2) [impersonation], 318 (4) [cheating] of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, and relevant sections of the IT Act. (Representational image)

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Updated on Sep 26, 2024 06:40 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Noida

Retd bank employee put under “digital arrest”, duped of ₹1.73 cr

The caller directed him not to leave the house or meet anyone and demanded that he transfer money to specified accounts if he wanted to avoid charges of money laundering.

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Published on Sep 23, 2024 09:34 PM IST

ByHT Correspondent

Free Aadhaar update deadline extended to December 14, check details and steps

The ration card, voter ID, domicile certificate, passport, and passbook are some documents that can be uploaded and used to make changes to the aadhaar details

The deadline mentioned earlier was September 14, 2024.(File Photo)

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Published on Sep 15, 2024 11:32 AM IST

ByHT News Desk

Aadhaar card update: Free services end today (September 14) | Check details

Aadhaar cards issued more than 10 years ago need to be updated by today, after which free services by the UIDAI will cease and a fine will be incurred.

Aadhaar cards issued more than 10 years ago need to be updated by today or a <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>50 fine will incurred for changes(HT file)

india news

Published on Sep 14, 2024 06:18 AM IST

ByHT News Desk

Thieves trying to loot finance firm office in Mohali leave behind ID card

Police said the burglars entered Muthoot Finance’s office in Phase 2, Mohali, from a neighbouring under-construction SCO after breaking the common wall using iron tools and a gas cutter

Thwarted by the high-tech security and swift police response, the duo fled, but left behind an Aadhaar card, revealing the identity of one of the suspects. (Getty Images/iStockphoto)

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Updated on Sep 09, 2024 08:58 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Mohali

Evening brief: Assam sets new condition for Aadhaar card applicants

A shortlist of the biggest headlines, recommended stories, and a special collection of news items you should check out.

Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. (PTI)

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Updated on Sep 07, 2024 06:39 PM IST

ByHT News Desk

Himanta Biswa Sarma sets new condition for Aadhaar card applicants in Assam

The chief minister said that the move will "stop the influx of illegal foreigners" and the state government will be ''very strict" in issuing Aadhaar cards.

Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma (File Photo)

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Updated on Sep 07, 2024 06:11 PM IST

ByHT News Desk

Aadhaar free update ends on September 14: Step-by-step guide for you

Aadhaar cards older than 10 years need revalidation with proof of identity and address. Free updates end on September 14, after which a ₹50 fee applies.

Aadhaar card update: UIDAI sets September 14 deadline for free updates of Aadhaar cards older than 10 years. Revalidation requires identity and address proof; <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>50 fee post-deadline.

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Updated on Sep 04, 2024 01:49 PM IST

ByHT News Desk

Vikramaditya criticises Kangana for making Aadhaar must to meet her

“It is not appropriate for a public representative to ask the people of her parliamentary constituency that they must bring their Aadhaar card if they wish to meet her,” Vikramaditya said.

A day after Mandi MP Kangana Ranaut inaugurated a Sansad Jan Samvad Kendra in Mandi, her former rival and Himachal’s public works department (PWD) minister Vikramaditya Singh criticised her for making the showing of Aadhaar card mandatory to meet her. (HT File)

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Updated on Jul 12, 2024 08:00 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent, Dharamshala

Viral video of girl posing for Aadhaar card delights the internet: ‘Adorable’

The video, posted by the Instagram account @gungun_and_mom, has captured the hearts of countless internet users with its charming display of innocence and joy.

Snapshot of the girl posing for her Aadhaar card picture.

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Updated on Jul 08, 2024 01:40 PM IST

ByVrinda Jain

Aadhaar card update: What is the new deadline for updating details for free?

Aadhaar is based on biometric and demographic information which can be updated. Here's how to do it online and the last day to do it

In case your Aadhaar card was issued over a decade ago and has never been updated, the UIDAI has recommended submitting Proof of Identity and Proof of Address documents for revalidation of the same.

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Published on Jun 13, 2024 03:18 PM IST

ByHT News Desk

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Osama, a Pakistani man in India for 17 years, claims to have an Aadhaar card and voter ID, raising eyebrows amid ongoing visa cancellations of Pakistanis.

The matter came to light when a woman, a resident of Omaxe Green Valley in Faridabad, lodged a police complaint in November last year.

Private papers of ex-prez APJ Abdul Kalam donated to National Archives

J&K students' association claims a Kashmiri youth in Jalandhar was assaulted by miscreants. They demand action for student safety amid rising concerns.

The commission said it will be implementing Aadhar Based Biometric Authentication in its upcoming examinations starting May 2025 onwards.

The new Aadhaar app features QR code-based instant verification and real-time face ID for authentication.

The Election Commission of India has instructed officials to link Aadhaar numbers with electoral rolls to ensure proper identification of voters.

The decision to build ₹25-crore exit track Bhawan comes after 12 pilgrims were killed and scores injured in a stampede on the night of December 31, 2021

The Deputy Commissioner has assured him the issue would be resolved and instructed the assistant commissioner to take action.

Investigations revealed that Rahman, a resident of Narail district in the Khulna division, had visited Kolkata multiple times for business over the past 10 years

MUMBAI: Mohin Hayat Badshah Sheikh, a 51-year-old Bangladeshi immigrant, was arrested for illegal entry and possessing Indian documents without citizenship.

Aadhar UIDAI Update: Ensure your Aadhaar details are accurate and up to date without fees before the deadline of June 14, 2025

A Mumbai homemaker thwarted a cyber fraud attempt after sharing her photo and Aadhaar card, realizing it was a scam when asked for bank details.

The victim received a phone call informing him that a SIM card, issued in his name in Mumbai using his Aadhaar card, was linked to numerous fraudulent activities, leading to seven complaints and one FIR against him

The high court also cited the UIDAI circular of 2023 that clarified that Aadhaar Card can be used to establish identity but was not per se proof of date of birth

Survey findings suggest that a significant number of beggars originate from adjoining districts ,like Barabanki, Sitapur, Hardoi, Rae Bareli, Unnao and Bahraich. Surprisingly, many of these individuals have homes in their villages but choose to live on the streets

The accused were identified as Happy, who was apprehended at the scene, his accomplices, Bablu and Gaurav, managed to flee the area before police arrived

A bench comprising Justices Sanjay Karol and Ujjal Bhuyan, therefore, said the age of the deceased had to be determined from the date of birth mentioned in the school-leaving certificate under Section 94 of the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015.

In total four people have been booked in the case. however, only 2 were arrested as the others were elderly and sick

The caller told her that he is from TRAI and was calling her regarding a mobile number that was used for illegal activities and that SIM card was taken using her Aadhaar card

The caller directed him not to leave the house or meet anyone and demanded that he transfer money to specified accounts if he wanted to avoid charges of money laundering.

The ration card, voter ID, domicile certificate, passport, and passbook are some documents that can be uploaded and used to make changes to the aadhaar details

Aadhaar cards issued more than 10 years ago need to be updated by today, after which free services by the UIDAI will cease and a fine will be incurred.

Police said the burglars entered Muthoot Finance’s office in Phase 2, Mohali, from a neighbouring under-construction SCO after breaking the common wall using iron tools and a gas cutter

A shortlist of the biggest headlines, recommended stories, and a special collection of news items you should check out.

The chief minister said that the move will "stop the influx of illegal foreigners" and the state government will be ''very strict" in issuing Aadhaar cards.

Aadhaar cards older than 10 years need revalidation with proof of identity and address. Free updates end on September 14, after which a ₹50 fee applies.

“It is not appropriate for a public representative to ask the people of her parliamentary constituency that they must bring their Aadhaar card if they wish to meet her,” Vikramaditya said.

The video, posted by the Instagram account @gungun_and_mom, has captured the hearts of countless internet users with its charming display of innocence and joy.

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