The higher fees and burdensome documentation requirements--such as proof of address and Social Security cards--pushed immigrants into informal channels to send money overseas more quickly, less expensively and with fewer questions.

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Several state governments have recognised Aadhaar as sufficient proof of identity and address for various social schemes.

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Either the potential bride or groom must prove that that they have been living in the area for at least a week by supplying proof of address, such as a utility bill, and must provide a passport or ID card and proof of work.

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There is no proof that McGwire did anything illegal, but he refused to address the issue and testimony before Congress and has vanished from public view afterwards, which led many baseball writers to believe he may well be guilty and baseball writers are the people with votes for the Hall of Fame.

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