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UIDAI Unveils Aadhaar Vision 2032 for Digital Future Why in the News? The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has launched the Aadhaar Vision 2032 Framework to strengthen India’s digital identity ecosystem through AI, blockchain, quantum computing, and advanced encryption, ensuring compliance with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act and global cybersecurity norms. This vision …
Read MoreSupreme Court Allows Aadhaar Use for Voter Verification Why in the News ? The Supreme Court clarified that Aadhaar is part of the Representation of the People Act, 1950, and can be used by voters for electoral verification. However, questions remain on whether Aadhaar alone proves citizenship and eligibility for voting. This decision reflects ongoing …
Read MoreAadhaar Accepted in SIR, Citizenship Proof Excluded Why in the News ? The Election Commission of India (ECI) has directed states that Aadhaar will be accepted as an identity document in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, following the Supreme Court’s order. However, Aadhaar will not serve as proof of citizenship, highlighting the …
Read MoreAadhaar, PAN, Voter ID Not Citizenship Proof: HC Why in the News ? The Bombay High Court rejected the bail plea of an alleged Bangladeshi national staying illegally in India, ruling that Aadhaar, PAN, or voter ID are not conclusive proof of Indian citizenship under the Citizenship Act, 1955. Case Background and Court Observations: Accused …
Read MoreHistoric Inscription Records 1539 Drought Tragedy in Karnataka Why in the News ? A 16th-century inscription discovered near a temple in Haveri district, Karnataka, records the death of 6,307 people due to drought in 1539. This rare epigraphic evidence highlights India’s earliest documented humanitarian crisis caused by a natural calamity. The discovery provides valuable insights …
Read MoreJayant Narlikar: Cosmic Theorist and Science Visionary Why in the News ? Jayant Narlikar (1938–2025), renowned Indian astrophysicist, passed away at 86. He challenged the Big Bang theory, co-developed the steady state model, popularised science, and founded IUCAA, leaving an enduring legacy in theoretical physics, cosmology, and science communication. Narlikar’s contributions to public understanding of …
Read MoreShirui Lily Festival Returns Amid Fragile Peace Why in the News ? After a two-year break due to ethnic conflict between Meitei and Kuki-Zo communities, the Shirui Lily Festival 2023 has resumed in Ukhrul, Manipur. This marks the first major tourism event in the state since violence erupted in May 2023. It showcases the resilience …
Read MoreUIDAI Refuses Fingerprint Access of Deceased Individuals Why in the News ? The UIDAI informed the Madras High Court that it cannot provide demographic details of deceased individuals using fingerprints due to legal restrictions under the Aadhaar Act, 2016 and technological limitations, in response to a Tamil Nadu police request. This decision highlights the complex …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Supreme Court stated that Aadhaar is not valid proof of age, emphasising the use of official documents like School Leaving Certificates for age verification in legal matters. Background of the Case: The Supreme Court ruled that Aadhaar cannot be used as proof of age when valid documents, like a School …
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