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JoSAA mock seat allotment 2026 released

The Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) has released the first mock seat allocation for the 2026 counselling process, giving engineering aspirants an early indication of the institutes and courses they may secure based on their current choices and rank positions.Candidates who have registered for JoSAA Counselling 2026 and filled in their programme and institute preferences can now check their provisional allotment through the official JoSAA portal.The mock allocation is designed to help students understand their likely admission prospects and make informed changes to their choices before the actual seat allocation rounds begin.What Is the JoSAA Mock Seat Allocation?The first mock seat allocation is a provisional exercise conducted by JoSAA before the commencement of the official counselling rounds.The allocation has been prepared using the choices submitted by candidates up to 8 PM on 7 June 2026. It reflects the seat a candidate could potentially receive if the counselling process were to conclude based on the current preference order and rank position.Importantly, the mock allocation is not the final seat allotment. Candidates can still modify, reorder, add or remove choices before the counselling deadline.How to Check JoSAA First Mock Seat Allocation 2026Candidates can follow these steps to view their provisional allotment:Step 1Visit the official JoSAA website.Step 2Click on the link for the First Mock Seat Allocation 2026.Step 3Log in using your application credentials.Step 4Submit the required details.Step 5View your provisional seat allocation status.Step 6Download and save the allotment details for future reference.Step 7Take a printout if required.Why the Mock Allocation Is ImportantThe mock seat allocation serves as a valuable planning tool for candidates.By reviewing the provisional allotment, students can assess whether their preferred colleges and branches are within reach. If they are dissatisfied with the outcome, they can revise their choices strategically before the final seat allocation rounds.This process often helps candidates improve their chances of securing a more desirable institute or academic programme.JoSAA 2026 First Round Seat Allotment DateJoSAA is scheduled to announce the first round of seat allocation on 13 June 2026.Candidates who are allotted seats in the first round will be required to complete several admission-related formalities, including:Online reportingDocument uploadVerification processSeat acceptance proceduresAdmission fee paymentThe deadline for fee payment in the first round is 26 June 2026.JoSAA Counselling 2026: Participating InstitutesThe JoSAA counselling process will facilitate admissions to 138 premier technical institutions across India for the 2026-27 academic session.These include:23 Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs)Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru31 National Institutes of Technology (NITs)Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology (IIEST), Shibpur26 Indian Institutes of Information Technology (IIITs)56 Other Government-Funded Technical Institutes (GFTIs)The counselling process remains one of the largest and most important admission exercises for engineering aspirants in the country.Reservation Categories in JoSAA CounsellingSeats across participating institutions are allocated under various reservation categories, including:Open CategoryGEN-EWS (Economically Weaker Sections)OBC-NCL (Other Backward Classes – Non-Creamy Layer)Scheduled Castes (SC)Scheduled Tribes (ST)Persons with Disabilities (PwD) categoriesCandidates are advised to carefully review category-specific eligibility and seat availability during the counselling process.JEE Main and JEE Advanced Ranks Used for AdmissionsJoSAA uses different entrance examination ranks depending on the participating institution.Admissions to IITs and IISc BengaluruAdmissions are based on ranks secured in JEE Advanced 2026.Admissions to NITs, IIITs and GFTIsAdmissions are based on ranks obtained in JEE Main 2026.Candidates must ensure that their rank details and category information are correctly reflected in the counselling portal.What Should Candidates Do Next?Students should carefully review their first mock allocation and compare it with their desired institute and branch preferences.If necessary, they can modify their choices before the final counselling rounds begin. With the first round of seat allocation scheduled for 13 June, aspirants now have a valuable opportunity to fine-tune their choices and maximise their chances of securing admission to their preferred engineering institute.

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535 farmers died due to unsafe pesticide use between January 2024-2026 in Rajasthan

The department stated that farmers, agricultural labourers and other persons may fall ill and, in some cases, die due to failure to adopt necessary safety measures during pesticide spraying and because of indiscriminate and unsafe use of pesticides

Fire at residential building in Navi Mumbai; four injured

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Late-night Pune party with over 150 attendees raided; ganja, illegal smoking items seized

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731 people died in Manipur camps since ethnic conflict; 43,000 still displaced

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India takes big moves to attract foreign investments in bonds: How will this impact stock market?

As India sees incessant FII selloff so far this year, the government and RBI announced a slew of measures to ease foreign investments in government securities, with analysts suggesting that these may provide some short-term support for Dalal Street.India scrapped the long-term capital gains tax on investments by foreign institutional investors (FIIs) in government securities through an ordinance issued on Friday. The government has now exempted FIIs from tax on any interest income from government securities, as well as capital gains arising from their sale, exchange or transfer, according to an official gazette. Separately, while announcing the outcome of the MPC meeting, RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra also unveiled a series of measures to boost FPI investments, including expanding the Fully Accessible Route (FAR) to cover new issuances of 15-, 30- and 40-year government bonds.Limits on investments by NRIs and OCIs in equity instruments without Sebi registration are being raised, allowing them to invest larger amounts without regulatory registration. The facility is also proposed to be extended to all Persons Resident Outside India (PROIs), bringing them on par with NRIs and OCIs. This came as the RBI kept the repo rate unchanged at 5.25%What does this mean for Indian stock market?The proposal to increase investment limits for NRIs and OCIs in listed equity instruments without Sebi registration, and to extend the same facility to all individual Persons Resident Outside India (PROIs), is a significant step toward broadening participation in Indian capital markets, which is expected to improve market depth, liquidity and long-term capital inflows, said Arun Poddar, CEO of Choice International.He highlighted that equally important is the removal of capital gains tax on government securities investments for foreign investors. “This move strengthens the attractiveness of India's bond market and could encourage greater foreign participation in government debt. At a time of heightened global volatility, these measures reinforce investor confidence, support capital inflows, and reaffirm India's commitment to building deeper, more globally integrated financial markets, with the policy rate expected to remain low for an extended period,” he said.The government's move to exempt Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) from capital gains tax on any interest earned from government securities is “highly positive” for the capital markets, said Sumit Singhania, Head of Research at Bajaj Broking. “This fiscal cushion arrives at a crucial time, offering a strong shield to domestic markets as the RBI chief warned of volatile forex markets driven by shifting global sentiments,” he added.The policy is distinctly positive for bond markets and well-capitalized Banks and NBFCs, which benefit from targeted hedging subsidies and systemic stability, according to Archit Doshi, Senior Vice President at PL (Prabhudas Lilladher) AMC. “Conversely, one should be underweight rate-sensitive sectors, which remain highly vulnerable to margin compression, higher inflation expectations, and the threat of the RBI reaching its tightening tipping point,” he said.Rajeev Radhakrishnan, CFA, CIO of Fixed Income at SBI Mutual Fund, also said that the announcements aimed at enabling more dollar inflows are more significant in the near term, even though the overall policy stance has been broadly in line with expectations. “The concessional swap facility should help stabilise short end market rates and the foreign exchange market in the near term,” he said.For equities and debt markets, the measures to attract FII inflows are supportive of liquidity and inflows, while for the rupee, they signal a clear intent to anchor expectations and reduce volatility amid global oil shocks and sustained foreign selling pressure, said Ajit Mishra, Senior VP of Research at Religare Broking.Sachin Bajaj, Chief Investment Officer at Axis Max Life Insurance, also said that the initiatives are expected to support capital inflows, deepen domestic bond markets, and provide support to the Indian rupee over the short to medium term.RBI’s hawkish tone and the Indian stock marketWhile the measures taken to attract FII inflows in the debt market will likely provide short-term support for Dalal Street, analysts advised caution over the RBI’s hawkish policy stance. While the RBI maintained its policy repo rate as per expectations, the tone was much more cautious than in previous meetings.Sachin Bajaj highlighted that the policy emphasised preserving macroeconomic stability amid the prevailing global macroeconomic environment. “We believe there are significant risks to inflation in the coming months due to the pass-through of higher commodity prices to consumers and elevated food prices resulting from a below-normal monsoon. Going forward, there is a risk of an upward revision in inflation projections, and given the evolving global backdrop, we believe the RBI is likely to maintain a prudent, data-dependent approach. Future policy actions will be contingent on evolving growth-inflation dynamics and global developments,” he added.Also read: Explained: Sebi's Rs 15.15 lakh crore revenue inflation allegations against Rajesh ExportsWhile hawkish rhetoric without an accompanying rate hike provides a temporary respite for equity markets, it does not constitute an unequivocal endorsement of investment, particularly in highly rate-sensitive sectors such as real estate, automotive, and consumer discretionary goods, said Vipul Bhowar, Senior Director, Head of Equities at Waterfield Advisors.“Should inflation necessitate a rate increase later this year, these sectors are likely to experience pressure on both margins and demand. For investors, the current strategy emphasises capital preservation by focusing on high-quality equities with strong pricing power. This cautious approach is designed to navigate the prevailing geopolitical uncertainties until conditions stabilise,” the analyst added.(Disclaimer: Recommendations, suggestions, views and opinions given by the experts are their own. These do not represent the views of The Economic Times)

Torso of unidentified man found in suitcase at Perambur railway station

Police are verifying missing persons complaints and coordinating with police stations across Chennai and neighbouring districts to identify the deceased

'Don't come to airport': CJP founder's new appeal to supporters - what prompted U-turn?

Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke has urged supporters not to gather at Delhi Airport on 6 June, citing public and security concerns. Instead, he will seek permission at Parliament Street Police Station for a peaceful protest at Jantar Mantar demanding Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation over examination controversies. The party also appointed Saurav Das, Vijeta Dahiya and Ashutosh Ranka as spokespersons.

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India plans to scrap capital gains tax on FPI investments in government securities

New Delhi: India is set to scrap capital gains tax on investments in government securities by foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) in an effort to shore up overseas capital inflows into the country as the Centre seeks to mitigate the effects of the Iran war on the economy, said people familiar with the matter.The Cabinet, in a meeting chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday, approved the promulgation of an ordinance to amend the Income Tax Act to pave the way for this exemption, the people said. A notification is expected soon after the President gives her assent to the ordinance.More measures are expected to encourage capital flows.Foreign investors are currently subject to 12.5% long-term capital gains (LTCG) tax on listed shares and bonds held for more than 12 months. They also pay a 20% withholding tax on interest earned from government bonds. The government had ended the concessional 5% rate available to them in 2023. 131494504Industry DemandThe government had used the ordinance route in 2019 to cut the corporate tax rate to encourage private investment.Market participants have been urging a reduction in LTCG tax and withholding tax on interest earned on government bonds amid sustained capital flows out of India.The latest move comes in the backdrop of foreign portfolio flows turning negative and the rupee weakening sharply against the dollar with the West Asia conflict continuing.Regulators are expected to initiate further measures to complement the government's efforts to make the Indian markets attractive for foreign capital, said one of the persons cited above.In the calendar year so far, exits by FPIs add up to a net Rs 2.47 lakh crore, more than double the Rs 1.04 lakh crore they pulled out in calendar 2025. The rupee hit an all-time low of 96.965 to the dollar on May 20 but has since rebounded as the Reserve Bank of India has stepped up support and oil prices eased after renewed US-Iran peace efforts.(With inputs from Anuradha Shukla & Jatin Takkar)

CJP: Have no political links, fight bigger than any party

Ahead of a June 6 protest, the satirical platform Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) appointed three spokespersons to address public anger over examination controversies. The group, demanding the Education Minister's resignation, dismissed claims of being proxies for political opponents, emphasizing their fight is larger than individual affiliations.

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The press conference, held at the Constitution Club of India, also introduced the party’s newly appointed spokespersons.

We invite everyone from all political parties to be part of the protest: Cockroach Janata Party holds first press conference

CJP had earlier announced the appointment of three spokespersons in a move to expand its reach ahead of a protest it proposed against failures in the education system

Officers told to reach benefits to persons with disabilities

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Why Cockroach Janata Party has no woman spokesperson? Abhijeet Dipke answers

After the CJP announced 3 spokespersons ahead of its press conference on Wednesday, social media users pointed out that no female had been named for the roles.

Cockroach Janata Party names 3 spokespersons ahead of June 6 protest: Who are they?

The online movement introduced Saurav Das, Vijeta Dahiya and Ashutosh Ranka and stated that they will be speaking on behalf of the movement.

Meet Saurav Das, Vijeta Dahiya, Ashutosh Ranka: Cockroach Janta Party announces spokespersons ahead of 6 June protest

Saurav Das, an investigative journalist, has been appointed chief spokesperson of the Cockroach Janta Party, alongside political researcher Vijeta Dahiya and former consultant Ashutosh Ranka. The appointments have been announced just ahead of Dipke’s planned return to India on June 6.