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Bhutan Migrates National ID System to Ethereum Blockchain
Bhutan is shifting its national digital identity system from Polygon to Ethereum, covering nearly 800,000 citizens. Ethereum integration is fully operational, enabling residents to verify credentials, access government services, and receive Verifiable Credentials (VCs). The move strengthens decentralisation, transparency, and resilience while demon...
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'We're Running Out Of Time': Telegram's Pavel Durov Warns Of 'Dystopian' Future For Internet
The Russian-born CEO criticised governments for introducing rules and systems that he believes limit privacy and freedom online.
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In UK Prime Minister's India Visit, An Aadhaar Idea Is High On Agenda
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer landed in Mumbai yesterday, and among the first people he met was Nandan Nilekani, co-founder of Infosys and chairman of the Unique Identification Authority of India
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Keir Starmer Looks To India For Example On UK Plan For Digital ID
Keir Starmer spoke with Infosys Ltd. co-founder Nandan Nilekani, who is widely credited with implementing India's Unique ID Card in 2009, on Wednesday as part of his two-day visit to Mumbai.
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'No Digital ID, No Job': UK Unveils Mandatory Work Requirement To Tackle Illegal Migration
British citizens and permanent residents will have to produce a mandatory digital identification card in order to get work, Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced Friday
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UK's Keir Starmer Announces Plans To Launch Digital ID Scheme To Curb Illegal Immigration
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Friday announced plans to introduce free digital ID for both nationals and those residing in the country in a bid to curb illegal migration.
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Independence Day 2025: Key Tech Initiatives Like Aadhaar, UPI, DigiLocker, and more That Empower Citizens
In the last decade, India has quietly moved towards the digital sphere. Documents and identity cards are now paperless, health records can be stored on the cloud, and public services are now accessible with the tap of a button. The government’s flagship tech initiatives have reshaped how people interact with the State.
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Delhi Chief Minister Flags Irregularities In Widow Pension And Disability Aid
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Monday ordered a full review of the city's welfare schemes, citing "serious irregularities" in widow pensions and disability support handed out under the previous Aam Aadmi Party administration.
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UIDAI Updates List of Valid Documents for Aadhaar Enrollment and Updation: How to Update Aadhaar Card Online
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has released an updated list of documents which are accepted for enrollment of Aadhaar, under the Aadhaar (Enrolment and Update) First Amendment Regulations, 2025, and have come into effect July 2. To begin with, any document that has been uploaded as address proof, such as a voter ID or bank pas...
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Sam Altman’s Eyeball-Scanning Identification Tech Expands to UK
Sam Altman's Tools for Humanity is rolling out its eyeball-scanning Orb devices to the UK. The spherical Orbs will be at dedicated premises in shopping malls and on high streets, said Damien Kieran, chief legal and privacy officer at Tools for Humanity.
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New Aadhaar App Launched: Face ID Authentication, Physical Copies Not Needed
In a major step towards digital convenience and privacy, the Centre on Tuesday launched a new Aadhaar app that allows users to verify and share their Aadhaar details digitally -- eliminating the need to carry physical cards or submit photocopies.
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I4C Blocked Over 83,668 WhatsApp Accounts and 3,962 Skype IDs Used in Digital Arrest Scams, Government Says
Cyber fraud instances, including digital arrest scams, are on the rise in India. Digital arrest scams, where scammers impersonate law enforcement officers, target elderly individuals and other vulnerable users are often targeted. The government has disclosed some of the measures taken to detect and prevent such scams, while raising awareness about ...
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"UPI, Delivery Apps": American Woman Living In India Lists 10 Things She Wishes US Had
Ms Fischer has discovered several innovative features that she believes would greatly benefit her home country.
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How to Activate Vodafone Idea (Vi) SIM Card: A Step-by-Step Guide
Activating a Vodafone Idea (Vi) SIM is a straightforward process, whether you're setting up a new SIM, switching to an eSIM, or reactivating a deactivated number. A new Vi SIM can be activated via SMS, a call to 59059, or by visiting a Vi store with valid ID proof. eSIM users can activate digitally by requesting a QR code via SMS and scanning it on...
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CBSE Directs Schools To Adopt APAAR ID As Primary Student Identifier
The APAAR ID is a unique 12-digit identification number designed to consolidate students' academic and extracurricular records on a secure digital platform.
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Bhutan Migrates National ID System to Ethereum Blockchain
Bhutan is shifting its national digital identity system from Polygon to Ethereum, covering nearly 800,000 citizens. Ethereum integration is fully operational, enabling residents to verify credentials, access government services, and receive Verifiable Credentials (VCs). The move strengthens decentralisation, transparency, and resilience while demon...
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'We're Running Out Of Time': Telegram's Pavel Durov Warns Of 'Dystopian' Future For Internet
The Russian-born CEO criticised governments for introducing rules and systems that he believes limit privacy and freedom online.
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In UK Prime Minister's India Visit, An Aadhaar Idea Is High On Agenda
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer landed in Mumbai yesterday, and among the first people he met was Nandan Nilekani, co-founder of Infosys and chairman of the Unique Identification Authority of India
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Keir Starmer Looks To India For Example On UK Plan For Digital ID
Keir Starmer spoke with Infosys Ltd. co-founder Nandan Nilekani, who is widely credited with implementing India's Unique ID Card in 2009, on Wednesday as part of his two-day visit to Mumbai.
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'No Digital ID, No Job': UK Unveils Mandatory Work Requirement To Tackle Illegal Migration
British citizens and permanent residents will have to produce a mandatory digital identification card in order to get work, Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced Friday
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UK's Keir Starmer Announces Plans To Launch Digital ID Scheme To Curb Illegal Immigration
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Friday announced plans to introduce free digital ID for both nationals and those residing in the country in a bid to curb illegal migration.
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Independence Day 2025: Key Tech Initiatives Like Aadhaar, UPI, DigiLocker, and more That Empower Citizens
In the last decade, India has quietly moved towards the digital sphere. Documents and identity cards are now paperless, health records can be stored on the cloud, and public services are now accessible with the tap of a button. The government’s flagship tech initiatives have reshaped how people interact with the State.
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Delhi Chief Minister Flags Irregularities In Widow Pension And Disability Aid
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Monday ordered a full review of the city's welfare schemes, citing "serious irregularities" in widow pensions and disability support handed out under the previous Aam Aadmi Party administration.
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UIDAI Updates List of Valid Documents for Aadhaar Enrollment and Updation: How to Update Aadhaar Card Online
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has released an updated list of documents which are accepted for enrollment of Aadhaar, under the Aadhaar (Enrolment and Update) First Amendment Regulations, 2025, and have come into effect July 2. To begin with, any document that has been uploaded as address proof, such as a voter ID or bank pas...
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Sam Altman’s Eyeball-Scanning Identification Tech Expands to UK
Sam Altman's Tools for Humanity is rolling out its eyeball-scanning Orb devices to the UK. The spherical Orbs will be at dedicated premises in shopping malls and on high streets, said Damien Kieran, chief legal and privacy officer at Tools for Humanity.
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New Aadhaar App Launched: Face ID Authentication, Physical Copies Not Needed
In a major step towards digital convenience and privacy, the Centre on Tuesday launched a new Aadhaar app that allows users to verify and share their Aadhaar details digitally -- eliminating the need to carry physical cards or submit photocopies.
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I4C Blocked Over 83,668 WhatsApp Accounts and 3,962 Skype IDs Used in Digital Arrest Scams, Government Says
Cyber fraud instances, including digital arrest scams, are on the rise in India. Digital arrest scams, where scammers impersonate law enforcement officers, target elderly individuals and other vulnerable users are often targeted. The government has disclosed some of the measures taken to detect and prevent such scams, while raising awareness about ...
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"UPI, Delivery Apps": American Woman Living In India Lists 10 Things She Wishes US Had
Ms Fischer has discovered several innovative features that she believes would greatly benefit her home country.
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How to Activate Vodafone Idea (Vi) SIM Card: A Step-by-Step Guide
Activating a Vodafone Idea (Vi) SIM is a straightforward process, whether you're setting up a new SIM, switching to an eSIM, or reactivating a deactivated number. A new Vi SIM can be activated via SMS, a call to 59059, or by visiting a Vi store with valid ID proof. eSIM users can activate digitally by requesting a QR code via SMS and scanning it on...
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CBSE Directs Schools To Adopt APAAR ID As Primary Student Identifier
The APAAR ID is a unique 12-digit identification number designed to consolidate students' academic and extracurricular records on a secure digital platform.
