The Stage 1 (Prelims) Exam is scheduled for April 12, 2025, and the Stage 2 (Mains) Exam will be held on May 2, 2025. The prelims exam will be qualifying in nature, consisting of 100 multiple-choice questions for 100 marks, with a duration of 90 minutes. A negative marking of 1/3rd will be applied for incorrect answers. Candidates who pass the prelims will be eligible for the mains exam, which consists of 160 questions for 160 marks, to be completed in 180 minutes. The mains paper will have four sections, each lasting 45 minutes with 40 questions per section. The same 1/3rd negative marking rule applies.

To apply, candidates must visit the official AIIMS website, fill out the application form, upload the necessary documents, pay the fee, and submit the form before the deadline. For assistance, applicants can contact the AIIMS helpline at 1800-11-7898, available Monday to Friday from 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM, and Saturday from 9:30 AM to 1:00 PM. Aspiring nursing officers should ensure their applications are submitted on time to avoid last-minute technical issues. For more details, visit aiimsexams.ac.in. Apply now and secure your future in nursing at AIIMS!

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How It All Began: The Job Scam That Led to Trafficking

Criminal syndicates, mostly operated by Chinese gangs, have been targeting unsuspecting job seekers with lucrative job offers in Southeast Asia. Many Indians, desperate for better opportunities, were duped into traveling to Thailand or Myanmar, only to find themselves trapped in cyber scam centres in lawless regions of Myanmar. These areas, beyond the control of the military junta, have become hotbeds for illegal online fraud operations.

Once inside these centres, victims were forced to commit cybercrimes, scamming people worldwide through fraudulent schemes. Attempts to leave were met with severe threats and violence.

The Rescue Mission: Coordinated Efforts by India, Myanmar & Thailand

A recent crackdown along the Myanmar-Thailand border led to the release of hundreds of such victims, including citizens from several South and Southeast Asian countries. The Indian government, in collaboration with authorities in Myanmar and Thailand, ensured the safe repatriation of its citizens.

The rescued individuals were moved from Myanmar’s Myawaddy region to Thailand’s Mae Sot and temporarily housed in detention centres. They were then flown back to India on two Indian Air Force (IAF) C-17 heavy-lift aircraft on Monday and Tuesday.

Government’s Warning: A Pattern of Cyber Crime Recruitment

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has been issuing repeated warnings about such fraudulent job offers in Southeast Asia. The government has urged Indian job seekers to verify foreign employers through official Indian missions and thoroughly check the background of recruiting agencies before accepting overseas job offers.

The Indian embassy in Laos had earlier rescued 67 Indian men in January from a similar cyber scam operation, bringing the total number of Indians rescued from such scams in Southeast Asia to 924 in recent years.

The Growing Cyber Scam Industry & The “Pig Butchering” Fraud

These scams, known as the “Pig Butchering” scam, involve fraudsters convincing victims to invest money in fake online platforms, only to steal their funds. The term comes from the practice of fattening up a pig before slaughtering it. Criminal networks operating in Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, and Thailand have been using trafficked individuals to carry out these scams on a global scale.

What’s Next? A Call for Awareness & Caution

While the Indian government has successfully rescued hundreds, the rising cases of cyber crime-related trafficking highlight the urgent need for stricter regulations and awareness campaigns. Job seekers must exercise caution and verify employment opportunities before making decisions that could lead to such dangerous traps.

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To be eligible, candidates must hold a graduation degree or equivalent qualification. Final-year students can apply provisionally but must provide proof of passing before the interview. Medical graduates must submit proof of internship completion during the interview. The age limit as of August 1, 2025, is 21 to 32 years, with relaxations for reserved categories. The application fee is ₹100, though Female, SC, ST, and PwBD candidates are exempt. Attempt limits vary—General category candidates get 6 attempts, OBC candidates get 9, while SC/ST candidates have no limit. Candidates must ensure they have a One-Time Registration (OTR) profile, which is mandatory for applying and remains valid for a lifetime.

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Expected Result Date

As per the official information bulletin, the JEE Mains Session 1 results are expected to be declared by February 12, 2025.

Final Answer Key Released

• The final answer key was released on February 10, 2025.
• 12 questions from various shifts of JEE Main Session 1, Paper 1 were dropped.
• Candidates who attempted those questions will be awarded full marks, as per the NTA’s policy.
• The final key was prepared after experts reviewed objections submitted by candidates.

Exam Dates & Schedule

• Paper 1 (BE/BTech): Held on January 22, 23, 24, 28, and 29 in two shifts:
  • Morning Shift: 9 AM – 12 PM
  • Evening Shift: 3 PM – 6 PM
• Paper 2 (BArch/BPlanning): Conducted on January 30, from 3 PM – 6:30 PM.

How to Check JEE Mains 2025 Results?

Once released, follow these steps to check your result:

1. Visit the official website: jeemain.nta.nic.in
2. Click on the JEE Main 2025 Result link.
3. Enter your Application Number and Date of Birth.
4. Click Submit and your result will be displayed.
5. Download and take a printout for future reference.

What’s Next?

Candidates who qualify JEE Mains 2025 will be eligible for JEE Advanced 2025, required for admission to IITs. The JEE Advanced registration will begin after the completion of both JEE Mains sessions.

Stay tuned for official updates!

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How will this work

A recent AK teardown of the Google Messages app revealed that a WhatsApp video call option is coming soon. Although the feature isn’t officially live yet, it has been manually activated in Google Messages v20250131, giving us a glimpse of how it might work.

Currently, when you start a video call from a chat in Google Messages, it automatically opens Google Meet, as long as both users have the app installed. However, with this new update, tapping the video call icon in the top-right corner will offer an additional option: WhatsApp video calls—but only if both users have WhatsApp installed.

If the person you’re chatting with doesn’t use WhatsApp, the option simply won’t appear. Ideally, Google Messages should allow users to choose between WhatsApp and Google Meet for video calls, and we’ll likely get more details as the feature continues to develop.

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According to data from the Mumbai divisional board, 3,58,854 students have registered for the SSC exams. Among them, 1,87,362 are male candidates, 1,71,490 are female candidates, and two are transgender candidates. The numbers reflect a notable increase from last year, which saw 1,74,921 male and 1,66,263 female candidates.

Similarly, the HSC examination has recorded a rise in student registrations, with 3,38,478 students appearing from the Mumbai division, up from 3,21,116 last year. The Arts stream has 45,415 candidates, an increase from 40,756 in 2024, while Commerce has 1,63,965 students, around 5,000 more than the previous year. The Science stream also saw growth, with 1,25,240 candidates registered compared to 1,17,566 last year.

Education board officials consider this increase in registrations a positive trend, reflecting students’ commitment to academics. Authorities have been working on examination logistics to accommodate the rising number of students across Mumbai, Thane, Raigad, and Palghar districts.

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In a significant move, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced a 25-basis-point cut in the repo rate, bringing it down to 6.25%. This marks the first revision in nearly five years, with the last reduction occurring in May 2020.

During the announcement, RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra highlighted that while the Indian economy remains resilient, it is not entirely insulated from global challenges. He emphasized the importance of stakeholder consultations and reaffirmed the commitment to strengthening the prudential framework. Additionally, he noted that average inflation has remained lower since the implementation of the monetary policy framework.

Impact on Home Loans

The repo rate directly influences lending rates, particularly home loans. When the RBI reduces the repo rate, banks typically follow suit by lowering their lending rates, making loans more affordable. This impacts both fixed and floating interest rate loans, with floating-rate borrowers experiencing benefits either immediately or at their next reset period.

What Borrowers Should Know

Since April 2019, banks have been required to link their home loan interest rates to the External Benchmark Lending Rate (EBLR). This linkage ensures that floating-rate loans respond more directly to changes in monetary policy. As a result, both new and existing borrowers stand to benefit, especially when interest rates decrease.

Action Points for Borrowers

• Monitor RBI’s bi-monthly policy meetings for rate updates.
• Contact banks when repo rates drop to check for adjustments.
• Consider rate negotiation or refinancing, particularly for floating-rate loans.

Important Considerations

• EMI reductions follow repo rate cuts, but the timing varies.
• Banks differ in how quickly they implement rate changes.
• Even small rate cuts can lead to significant long-term savings on home loans.

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Immediate Response and Evacuation

As per standard protocol, the campuses were immediately shut down to ensure student safety. The schools promptly informed parents about the threats, advising them to keep their children at home. Students who had already boarded school buses were sent back.

A message from one of the affected schools read:
“We are closing the campus for the day to conduct a complete sweep to ensure the safety of all.”

Link to Previous Fake Threats

This latest incident comes just a day after a 15-year-old Class 9 student was taken into custody for allegedly sending fake bomb threat emails to four schools in Noida. According to police, the student used Virtual Private Network (VPN) technology to conceal his IP address and location. His motive was reportedly to avoid attending school.

Police Investigation Underway

Authorities are taking these threats seriously, considering the recent trend of fake alerts disrupting schools. Noida DCP Ram Badan Singh confirmed that four schools—Step By Step, The Heritage School, Gyanshree, and Mayoor School—received bomb threats around 12:30 AM on Wednesday. The school administration reported the threats to the police, who are now investigating the source of the emails.

Security measures have been heightened, and officials are urging vigilance to prevent further incidents.

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A bench led by Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna, along with Justices Sanjay Kumar and K V Viswanathan, directed that the Delhi High Court will take up the petitions on March 3. Additionally, the Supreme Court instructed registrars of multiple high courts, including Bombay, Karnataka, Punjab and Haryana, Madhya Pradesh, and Calcutta, to transfer all pending judicial records related to the matter within seven days.

Background of the Case

• The CLAT 2025 exam was conducted on December 1, 2024, determining admissions to undergraduate and postgraduate law programs in prestigious National Law Universities (NLUs) across India.
• Multiple petitions were filed in various high courts, alleging irregularities in the examination process and result discrepancies.
• On January 15, the Supreme Court hinted at transferring all cases to a single high court, initially considering Punjab and Haryana High Court before deciding on Delhi High Court as the final venue.

Next Steps

• The Delhi High Court will now hear and decide on the matter, ensuring a unified legal approach.
• Petitioners and stakeholders are expected to present their arguments regarding the alleged anomalies in CLAT 2025 results.
• The outcome of these proceedings could impact law aspirants across the country.

What’s your take on this legal development? Do you think the CLAT results process needs a review? Let’s discuss!

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Income Tax Calculator: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, in her eighth budget under Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led NDA government, announced sweeping changes in personal income tax, with a crucial revamp of income tax slabs and income tax rates under the new income tax regime. According to the Budget 2025-26, no income tax is payable up to an annual income of 12 lakh, that is, tax rebate will be provided to people earning upto Rs 12 lakh per annum.  The tax slabs have been changed with those falling in Rs 4-7 lakh income bracket requiring to pay 5 per cent as tax while those falling in Rs 8-12 lakh and Rs 12-16 lakh to pay 10 and 15 per cent of their income as tax respectively.

In the Union Budget 2024-25, presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman soon after the NDA was back in the government for the third consecutive term under Modi, the new tax regime got better for the middle class with the increase in standard deduction to Rs 75,000 from Rs 50,000. The tax slabs were also tweaked with those falling in Rs 3-7 lakh income bracket requiring to pay 5 per cent as tax while those falling in Rs 7-10 lakh and Rs 10-12 lakh to pay 10 and 15 per cent of their income as tax respectively.

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