Aadhaar Mandatory for Payments Under Price Stabilisation Fund Scheme
The Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution has issued a notification detailing the mandatory requirement for farmers selling their produce under the Price Stabilisation Fund (PSF) Scheme to establish their identity using their Aadhaar number.
Aadhaar Authentication Made Voluntary for National Medical Examinations
The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has issued a notification making Aadhaar authentication a voluntary option for candidates during national-level medical examinations conducted by the National Board of Examination in Medical Sciences (NBEMS). This new notification, which supersedes a previous one dated August 22, 2025, and is effective immediately, clarifies the conditions under which Aadhaar can be used for identity verification.
PCI Tightens Inspection Guidelines for Pharmacy Institutions
Inspectors must verify that the Aadhaar Enabled Biometric Attendance System (AEBAS) is installed and compliant with the Gazette Notification dated 24.11.2024 and PCI guidelines. Inspectors must confirm that faculty members who have given consent to an institution are considered faculty only for that specific institution.
PCI Halts Attendance Portal Marking, Will Announce Centralized System
The PCI has noted that many institutions have begun registration/onboarding on the attendance portal. However, all activities related to attendance marking and onboarding/registration on any attendance portal are now suspended until further notice.
Measures To Maintain Quality Of Education In Pharmacy Sector
PCI has prescribed a maximum ratio of 1:20 for both theory and practical classes for Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) courses.
Govt. of Goa Urges Updates to Aadhaar on Portal At No Cost
Directorate of Planning, Statistics and Evaluation, Government of Goa, has informed that Aadhaar is a random 12 digit Unique Identification Number issued to a resident to establish the resident’s unique identity which cannot be reassigned to any other individual. However, Aadhaar is mandatory especially where proof of Aadhaar is condition/pre requisite for receipt of Government subsidy, benefit or service.
Gujarat Registration (ldentity Verification for the Registration of Documents), Rules, 2023
The Rules, acknowledge the Consent-based Aadhaar Authentication Service as a means to fulfill the requirements of the Registration Act, 1908. This service allows individuals appearing before the registering officer to utilize their Aadhaar details for identity verification, streamlining the registration process.
NMC creates Communication Channels for AEBAS, HMIS and CCTV Implementation
The NMC aims to address queries promptly, foster collaboration between the commission and stakeholders through clear communication channels. This will help in the successful implementation of AEBAS, HMIS and CCTV systems.
Digi Yatra Foundation to Perform Aadhaar Authentication at Airports
The Ministry of Civil Aviation issued a notification on the 17th of October 2023, regarding the utilization of digital platforms to enhance governance. Digi Yatra Foundation will conduct aadhaar authentication for passenger verification and e-KYC (Know Your Customer) purposes on the Digi Yatra App or Program.
Aadhar authentication mandated for Travel Concession to Patients on ART visiting ART Centres in Delhi
The Department of Health & Family Welfare, Govt. of National Capital Territory of Delhi has mandated that an individual eligible for receiving the benefits under the Scheme of Travel Concession to the Patients on ART for visiting ART Centres in Delhi has to furnish proof of possession of the Aadhaar number or undergo Aadhaar authentication.
Government of India requires Aadhaar for Digital Crop Survey Project
The initiative aims to simplify the process of delivering government benefits and services directly to beneficiaries, eliminating the need for multiple identity documents.
New Aadhaar Requirement Introduced for Scheme Benefits
According to the guidelines, individuals desiring to avail benefits under the scheme must possess an Aadhaar number or enroll for Aadhaar before registering for the scheme. Those without an Aadhaar number can visit any Aadhaar enrolment center listed on the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) website (www.uidai.gov.in) to get enrolled.