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A new digital ID in Kashmir stokes confusion and fears of greater surveillance

Officials claim the new family identification number, unique to every household, is for easy access to social welfare programmes.

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Surveillance concerns as India issues new digital IDs in Kashmir

In Indian-administered Kashmir, some see the new family IDs as part of campaign to exert greater control over residents.

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New digital ID in Indian Kashmir raises concerns over surveillance

Unique family identity cards to access welfare benefits in Indian Kashmir have raised concerns about surveillance and exclusion.

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New digital ID in Indian Kashmir s India raises concerns over surveillance

University student Mehak is used to frequent identification checks by security forces and officials in the northern Indian city of Srinagar, and always

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