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India.com
3 days ago
- General
- India.com
Aadhaar card news: List of necessary things you must link with Aadhaar Card or else...
Aadhar card news: As the significance of Aadhar card increased, linking your Aadhaar card with various government services also became critical and in the recent update, it has become mandatory for various services including bank accounts, government schemes, subsidies, PAN cards, ration cards, and LPG connections to be linked with Aadhar. As per multiple media reports, if Aadhaar is not linked at the below mentioned services, subsidies and benefits may be stopped. To link Aadhaar with a bank, visit the branch with required documents (Aadhaar, address proof, passbook copy), fill out the form, and submit it. Where Aadhar linkage is required? Bank Account PAN Card Gas connection agency Ration card PF Account To link Aadhaar with a PAN card, go to the Income Tax e-filing website, enter your Aadhaar and PAN details, validate via OTP, and complete the process. For ration cards and LPG, use the Aadhaar FaceRD app to complete e-KYC with face authentication. You can also check e-KYC status through the same method. Govt requests parents to update children's Aadhaar biometrics In another significant update, the government urged parents and guardians to update their children's Aadhaar biometrics who have reached age seven. The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) reiterated the importance of completing the Mandatory Biometric Update (MBU) for children who have attained the age of seven but have not yet updated their biometrics in Aadhaar. As per a report by IANS news agency, UIDAI said it has started sending SMS messages to the mobile numbers registered in the Aadhaar of such children for completing the MBU exercise. As per a statement by the IT Ministry, this is an existing requirement under Aadhaar, and parents or guardians can update the details of their child at any Aadhaar Seva Kendra or designated Aadhaar centre. Notably, a child under the age of five enrols for Aadhaar by providing the photograph, name, date of birth, gender, address and documents of proof. (With inputs from agencies)
New Indian Express
3 days ago
- Business
- New Indian Express
MGNREGS job cardholders have to complete e-KYC verification within three months: Odisha minister
BHUBANESWAR: In a bid to shed the dubious distinction of having the third highest fake job cards in the country after Uttar Pradesh and Bihar, the state government has given MGNREGS cardholders three months time to complete their e-KYC verification. The move has come after Union minister of state for Rural Development Kamlesh Paswan in a reply in the Lok Sabha, revealed that Odisha has deleted over 1.44 lakh fake job cards in the last three years. State Panchayati Raj and Rural Development minister Rabi Narayan Naik, however, described the presence of fake cards as a legacy issue inherited from the previous BJD government. 'In the last one year, we have issued around 2 lakh job cards to genuine beneficiaries who were previously left out. Our government is committed to transparency and accountability. Misuse of public money will not be tolerated,' Naik said. He also said the government has been proactive in ensuring that all eligible individuals are covered under welfare schemes such as ration cards, PMAY, PM-Kisan, CM Kisan, and Subhadra Yojana. The e-KYC process, he said, will help weed out ghost entries and ineligible people who have obtained job cards to avail other government benefits. According to official data, the state has issued 66.5 lakh job cards to 1.09 crore people, of which 43.19 lakh cards are currently active. The number of active workers stands at 65.53 lakh. In his reply in the Parliament, the Union minister said that Odisha deleted 1,14,454 fake job cards in 2022-23, 22,226 cards in 2023-24, and 7,566 cards in 2024-25. 'Since the responsibility for implementing MGNREGS lies with the state governments, it is up to them to take appropriate action in cases of irregularities. This may include investigations and legal action, depending on the severity of the issue,' Paswan stated. The mandatory e-KYC for job cards comes after a similar verification exercise was undertaken to identify and remove ghost and ineligible ration cards from circulation across the state.
Hindustan Times
5 days ago
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Ludhiana: 50k dormant ration card holders to lose benefits
Over 50,000 beneficiaries of the public distribution system in the district will be removed from the list of households eligible for ration as the central government has amended the rules to weed out the users dormant for over the last six months. For the beneficiaries who have been identified as duplicates within or outside the state, their ration cards will be temporarily disabled. (HT Photo) In a notification on July 22, the ministry of consumer affairs, food and public distribution issued an order to amend the Targeted Public Distribution System (Control) Order, 2015. 'The state government shall temporarily disable ration cards of beneficiaries who haven't used their entitlements in the last six months,' the order read, adding, 'Thereafter, the state government shall conduct e-KYC by conducting field verification within the next three months to re-evaluate the ration card, determine eligibility and take appropriate action.' 'The users who have not availed the entitlements for over six months will be notified as not eligible for ration (NER),' said Sartaj Singh Cheema, district controller, food and civil supplies (DFSC). In a city like Ludhiana which has a significant migrant population, the problem emerges as people who register here for a while and then go back to their native places. As per the district food and civil supplies department, 52,077 beneficiaries of the public distribution system have not used their ration cards for the last six to 12 months. 'Migrant workers come here and get a ration card and then after some time they leave for home. However their ration cards remain active. New applicants can't get their cards made due to the existing burden. No new ration cards could be made since 2013 due to this,' said Karamjit Singh, state president, All India Fair Price Shop Dealers' Federation. This change, Karamjit said, will not only open the way for new ration cards for the people waiting since 2013 but also facilitate the 15,000 e-Shram card holders to avail the benefits of the public distribution system. E-Shram card holders are labourers who don't have ration cards here but are eligible for benefits under the public distribution scheme. 'Since the system was stretched thin with the number of beneficiaries and the list was not refreshed even after people migrated or died, the new beneficiaries could not be enrolled in the scheme,' he added. The order also calls upon the state government to conduct e-KYC by conducting field verification within the next three months to re-evaluate the ration card, determine eligibility, and take appropriate action. 'If the beneficiaries notified as NERs aren't verified in three months then the state government can take the decision to delete their names from the system as well,' said DFSC Cheema. For the beneficiaries who have been identified as duplicates within or outside the state, their ration cards will be temporarily disabled. They will be given a window of three months to revalidate or prove their eligibility by providing necessary documents and e-KYC. To maintain effectiveness in the system, the new order also asks the state governments to review the list of eligible households every five years for deletion of ineligible households or inclusion of eligible households, and perform mandatory e-KYC. For the issuance of new ration cards and maintaining transparency in the process, the order instructs the state government to use the first-in first-out method and display a waiting list in the public domain, including on the state web-portal, allowing users to track their application status in real-time.
NDTV
5 days ago
- Business
- NDTV
Unlock Rs 5 Lakh Instantly With Just Your PAN Card. Here's How
In today's digital era, obtaining a personal loan has become faster and easier—especially for those who possess a valid PAN (Permanent Account Number) card. With many banks and fintech platforms streamlining their verification processes, eligible applicants can now access instant personal loans of up to Rs 5 lakh using only their PAN card and a few basic details. Why Your PAN Card Is Crucial The PAN card, a unique identification number issued by the Income Tax Department, plays a vital role in financial verification. It allows lenders to assess an individual's credit history and track prior loan or credit card usage. Since PAN is typically linked with Aadhaar, the e-KYC (electronic Know Your Customer) process becomes smoother, enabling faster approvals. What to Know Before Applying Before applying for a PAN-based loan, ensure your PAN is linked to Aadhaar. This not only simplifies identity verification but also increases the chances of quicker loan disbursal. A good credit score is also essential, as it reflects your repayment history and overall creditworthiness. Eligibility Criteria To qualify for a personal loan, applicants must: Be aged between 21 and 60 Have a stable income source. Maintain a healthy credit score. Lenders also evaluate your debt-to-income ratio to ensure that your existing financial obligations don't compromise your ability to repay. How to Apply Online The application process is simple: 1. Visit the official website of a bank or digital lender. 2. Fill out the form with your name, date of birth, mobile number, and PAN. 3. Verify your mobile number through OTP. 4. Choose the loan amount and repayment tenure. 5. Upload basic KYC documents like PAN, Aadhaar, bank statements, and salary slips. Once verified, loans are typically approved within 24 hours, with minimal paperwork. Minimal Hassle, Maximum Convenience Whether you need funds for travel, medical emergencies, education, or home repairs, a PAN-based personal loan is a fast and reliable solution. Many lenders now offer competitive interest rates, flexible EMIs, and a completely digital process making financial help more accessible than ever. As always, while personal loans are convenient, applicants are advised to borrow responsibly and assess repayment capability before proceeding.
New Indian Express
6 days ago
- Business
- New Indian Express
e-KYC now mandatory for registration to procure paddy
BHUBANESWAR: In a move to weed out fake farmers and stop malpractices during registration for sale of surplus paddy under minimum support price (MSP) in the ensuing kharif marketing season 2025-26, the state government has made Aadhaar-based e-KYC mandatory for them. The state government has decided to do away with the old practice of renewal of registration and conduct the process afresh with farmers required to provide personal, land and bank details. 'Farmers will give their consent for both Aadhaar-based e-KYC registration and Aadhaar e-KYC-based payment through iris scan. Payment will be made to the account linked with Aadhaar number,' said a circular issued by Food Supplies and Consumer Welfare department to all district collectors. The farmers' registration has commenced from July 19 and will continue till August 20. 'Farmers have been advised to complete the registration process within the stipulated date in their respective primary agriculture cooperative societies (PACS) or large area multi-purpose cooperative societies (LAMPS) failing which they will be debarred from the procurement process,' FS&CW minister Krushna Chandra Patra told mediapersons here on Tuesday.
