Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI)
UIDAI working to make smartphones as 'universal authenticator': CEO
At present, finger prints, iris and one-time password (OTP) are used for authentication
Aadhaar biometric data not meant for criminal investigation: UIDAI
The clarification came after a report emerged about purported use of Aadhaar biometric data for the purpose of investigating a crime.
Data of 1.34 lakh Aadhaar card holders 'leaked' from Andhra govt site
It revealed a person's bank account number, branch, father’s name, address, religion and caste, among other personal details.
Virtual ID not a cover-up for data breach, was planned years ago: UIDAI chief
The chief executive officer of UIDAI said the virtual ID would prevent profiling of individuals who applied for Aadhaar.
Journalists exposing Aadhaar breach deserve award, not FIR: Snowden
Snowden spoke in defence of the journalists and directly blamed the UIDAI as responsible for destroying the privacy of a billion Indians.
Govt committed to freedom of press: Law minister on UIDAI FIR
The Supreme Court made it clear that politicians should 'allow freedom of expression' during the hearing of another case.
Aadhaar breach: Journo says only tip of iceberg revealed, more to come
The journalist also appreciated the support that Chandigarh media, Delhi media and even international media has shown to her cause.