How Aadhar cards were being made in Sambhal, hackers easily changed everything from name to address
In Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh, police arrested a gang that was misusing technology to create and modify fraudulent Aadhar cards by hacking into other verification centers' IDs.
Interventions in the south of Quito lead to the seizure of 33 cell phones and the withdrawal of 31 identity cards
Security forces in Quito conducted operations that resulted in the seizure of stolen items and the initiation of administrative processes against nightclubs for legal violations.
LG U+ to provide free SIM card replacements for all customers due to security flaw in phone identification values
LG U+ announced that it will replace SIM cards for all customers starting April 13 due to a security flaw related to the International Mobile Subscriber Identity (IMSI) that exposed a potential risk of identifying users.
Some seniors may have problems with identity cards. Their replacement is necessary
Seniors in Czechia must replace outdated identity cards that will expire this August due to new security requirements.
Adolescents can request the rectification of their gender identity on their ID cards, according to a ruling by the Constitutional Court
Ecuador's Constitutional Court has ruled that adolescents aged 12 to 18 can request a rectification of their gender identity on their ID cards without needing to be of legal age.
Three new features in mCitizen. It's about ID cards and passports
The mCitizen app now allows users to report and request the invalidation of ID cards in cases of data theft.
Advancement in the incorporation of new data in INE voting credentials
The INE's Federal Register of Voters Commission approved the inclusion of gender identity and indigenous self-description on voter ID cards in Mexico.
More than 1 million pets receive identity cards in Brazil
Over one million pets in Brazil have received identity cards as part of a federal initiative to track pet information.
Flood victims in Ubá can issue free identity cards; learn how
Residents of Ubá who lost documents in recent floods can get free identity cards starting Wednesday, with support from the local government and police.
Citizen Truck offers free services in eight municipalities of Ceará; see which ones
The Citizen Truck is providing free services such as the issuance of national identity cards and criminal background checks in eight municipalities in Ceará, Brazil.
Police: The Demand for Passports Collapsed
The demand for passports and identity cards in Finland significantly decreased in 2025 compared to 2024, with a notable drop of over 30%.
Civil Registry extends in-person service without appointment for identity cards and passports until July 2026
The National Government of Ecuador has extended direct in-person services for identity cards and passports until July 31, 2026, to reduce wait times and streamline processes.
SERGEI METLEV ⟩ If the new favorite word of world politics is "deal", then Estonia should grab a few extra cards.
As Estonia approaches its 108th birthday, a reflection on its significance and influence in the Western world is proposed by Sergei Metlev, the editor of Postimees's Russian-language publications.
Danger!: ID cards upon request
A new trend in Argentina involves the illegal creation and distribution of editable identification documents via social media, particularly targeting minors.
Man arrested for fraud with dozens of bank cards belonging to elderly people in Taubaté
A 34-year-old man was arrested in Taubaté, Brazil, for committing fraud and identity theft involving numerous bank cards belonging to elderly victims.
Piracema Operation ends issuance of new identity for fishermen in Santarém
The Piracema Operation in Santarém concluded its six-day effort to issue new national identity cards for artisanal fishermen, necessary for maintaining fishery insurance during the closed fishing period.
Almost 150 thousand identity cards have been forgotten by the population since 2022 in AL, says issuing body
Since 2022, nearly 150,000 National Identity Cards have been left unclaimed in Alagoas, Brazil, according to the local identification institute.
Senegal: the DAF, a department of the Ministry of the Interior, affected by a cyberattack
The DAF, a department under Senegal's Ministry of the Interior responsible for issuing national identity cards, has suffered a cyberattack following a previous incident affecting the tax office.
25 million Aadhaar cards deleted, this step was taken for this reason
The UIDAI has deactivated the Aadhaar database of 25 million individuals to improve accuracy and prevent fraud associated with deceased persons.
Piauí has a 79% increase in the number of National Identity Card emissions
In January 2026, the state of Piauí reported a significant 79% increase in the issuance of the National Identity Card compared to January 2024, reaching over 1.77 million cards issued.
DNI 2026: who needs to update their document to the new format
The National Directorate of the National Registry of Persons (Renaper) has officially launched a renewed identification system that features advanced technology to prevent counterfeiting and will gradually replace the current plastic ID cards as each expires.
Digital ID 'to be scaled back in major climbdown' after huge backlash
The UK Government is expected to revise its mandatory digital ID plans due to significant public opposition, leading to potential acceptance of alternative identity cards.