Tired of OTPs? RBI is open to options

RBI’s Authentication Directions, 2025, signals the phasing out of OTP-only second-factor authentication for payments, prioritizing enhanced security and user choice. The new framework encourages biometrics, app-based tokens, and device-native methods, shifting liability to issuers. Banks and payment providers must adopt alternative 2FAs by April 2026 for domestic transactions and October 2026 for cross-border payments.

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Edmonton Oilers’ GM Stan Bowman breaks silence on Connor McDavid’s potential extension being linked to Kirill Kaprizov’s $136M deal

Connor McDavid’s uncertain contract with the Oilers is under scrutiny after Kirill Kaprizov’s record $136 million deal with the Wild. Oilers GM Stan Bowman acknowledged McDavid’s unique status but offered no comment on Kaprizov’s deal influencing future negotiations. McDavid, whose $100 million contract ends this season, remains focused on the team’s success.

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Watch: Zubeen Garg’s wife Garima Saikia breaks down during his last rites; singer cremated with full state honours

Zubeen Garg, the Assamese singer, was cremated in Guwahati. The cremation took place with Vedic hymns and tributes. His wife, Garima Saikia Garg, was present. Dignitaries like Sarbananda Sonowal and Himanta Biswa Sarma participated. The Assam Police gave a gun salute. Family and well-wishers chanted slogans and sang his songs. A sandalwood branch he planted…

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Jets’ $130 million Garrett Wilson extension draws praise — but the contract’s secret weapon is genius

Garrett Wilson, the Jets’ star wide receiver, has inked a groundbreaking 4-year, $130 million extension, with $90 million guaranteed. This historic deal makes him the first receiver to average $31 million annually after just three seasons. The Jets secure Wilson through 2030, hoping his reunion with former college quarterback Justin Fields will unlock his full…

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Oil vs. Ghee vs. Butter: Which is the healthier choice for cooking and wellness

Ghee, butter, and oils offer distinct nutritional benefits and cooking properties. Ghee, clarified butter, boasts fat-soluble vitamins and beneficial fatty acids. Butter, while rich, contains lactose and cholesterol. Plant-based oils vary, with olive and mustard oils promoting heart health, while coconut oil is high in saturated fat. Understanding their smoke points is crucial for cooking.

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Malaika Arora, Ibrahim Ali Khan, Ananya Panday, and Karan Johar praise Aryan Khan’s ‘The Ba*ds of Bollywood’ preview

Aryan Khan’s directorial debut, ‘The Ba**ds of Bollywood,’ has garnered positive reviews from Bollywood stars like Malaika Arora, Ibrahim Ali Khan, Ananya Panday, and Karan Johar following the release of its preview. Produced by Red Chillies Entertainment and T-Series, the series features Lakshya as Aasman Singh, alongside Sahher Bambba and Bobby Deol.

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