Orissa high court rules co-owners can sell undivided shares in property without consent

Orissa High Court has affirmed that a co-owner can sell their share in a joint property without needing consent from other co-owners. Justice Behera’s ruling came after Padmini Barik challenged a sub-registrar’s refusal to register her sale deed. The court directed the sub-registrar to accept the deed, reinforcing co-owners’ rights under the Transfer of Property…

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Chia seeds vs. common fruits and vegetables: Which has more fibre; NHS surgeon reveals surprising list

Dr. Karan Rajan, an NHS surgeon, reveals that many assume they get enough fibre from common foods like salads, but these often contain surprisingly little. He highlights the significant difference in fibre content between foods like cucumber and chia seeds. Prioritizing high-fibre options and making simple dietary tweaks are crucial for meeting daily requirements and…

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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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