My son is studying in 11th grade Science with Computer Science. He is interested in programming. What is the future of programming and AI?"

Ans: Dear Chaitanya,

I understand that it's a tricky situation. I cannot help you much without a little more details on how you feel about the situation or how things ended, but I can tell one thing: please tread carefully. If things ended badly, please try not to get back into the old pattern. Even if you want to try things again with your ex, please have an open conversation about everything that went wrong last time and set clear boundaries early on.

Hope this helps.

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Ans: Haan ji, 95.34 percentile pe NIT/IIIT CS ke achhe chances hain (~CRL: 50K-60K, EWS rank: ~6K-8K).

JoSAA 2025 Round-6 data: MNIT Jaipur CSE EWS-Female (Rajasthan HS) ~5K-7K tak band hua; NIT Jalandhar/Agartala CS EWS-Female ~8K-12K. IIIT Kota/Bhopal CS EWS ~4K-6K; naye IIITs (Kalyani, Surat) ~7K-9K. Rajasthan EWS female supernumerary se mid-tier NIT CS mil sakta hai.

Backup options: ECE/IT lower NITs, GFTIs (BIT Mesra), REAP counselling. JoSAA Round 1 se 3 tak target karo, CSAB mein leftovers ke liye.

Mahattvapurn Asvikaran: Ye admission probability assessments sirf historical JoSAA data pe based estimates hain aur sirf indicative hain. Opening/closing ranks har saal fluctuate karte hain. Exam difficulty, candidate numbers, seat matrix changes, reservation policies, branch preferences, aur multi-round counselling ke wajah se.

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Ans: 01. If your Loss (Rs.1,20,000.00) is from LTCG'S you can Set it off with your LTCG of Rs.3,00,000.00. But if this loss is STCG, then it cannot be set-off against LTCGs.
02. You cannot reduce your tax liability by investing this amount in Mutual Funds or Shares.
03. Other OPTION available with you is to invest this amount in Purchase or Construction of Residential House. Please note that in this case you will have to invest total Sale Proceeds & not only LTCG to avail excemption.
04. Most welcome for further clarification,s if any. Thanks.

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Ans: It is great to see that you are looking at different ways to grow your money through mutual funds. Taking the time to understand these options shows you are serious about your future, which is a wonderful first step toward financial success.

» Regular vs Direct Plans

When you choose a Regular plan, you are not just buying a fund; you are getting a partner. In a Regular plan, a Certified Financial Planner helps you pick the right funds and watches over them. Many people think Direct plans are better because the fees are lower, but that is often a mistake. Without a professional, it is easy to pick the wrong fund or panic when the market goes down. Regular plans give you access to expert advice that helps you stay calm and make better choices over a long time. This guidance is usually worth much more than the small cost difference.

» Growth Option

The Growth option is like planting a tree and letting it grow without cutting any branches. In this plan, the profits made by the fund are put back into the fund. This helps your money grow faster because of the power of compounding.

Pros: Your money grows much bigger over 10 or 20 years. You only pay tax when you sell your units. Under the new rules, Long Term Capital Gains (LTCG) above Rs. 1.25 lakh are taxed at 12.5%, which is very helpful for building wealth.

Cons: You do not get any regular cash in your hand. If you need money for monthly bills, this might not be the best choice unless you sell some units.

» Dividend Plan (IDCW)

This plan is now called the Income Distribution cum Capital Withdrawal (IDCW) option. Instead of letting all the money grow, the fund house sometimes pays out some of the profits to you.

Pros: It feels good to get some money in your bank account every now and then. It can give a sense of comfort to see some gains being "locked in."

Cons: The biggest problem is that this money is taxed according to your income tax slab. This can be very expensive if you are in a high tax bracket. Also, when the fund pays a dividend, the value of your investment drops by that same amount. This slows down how fast your wealth grows.

» Comparison and Analysis

If you want to build a large amount of money for retirement or a child's education, the Growth option is usually the winner. It is very efficient for taxes and growth. The Dividend option might look nice because you get cash, but it often hurts your long-term goals because the tax is high and the compounding is broken. Using a Regular plan with the help of a Certified Financial Planner ensures that you choose the right path for your specific family needs.

» Finally

Choosing the right plan is about looking at your whole life, not just the numbers. A 360-degree solution means looking at your taxes, your goals, and how much risk you can take. While the Growth option is great for wealth, having a professional to guide you through the Regular plan is the best way to make sure you actually reach the finish line without making costly mistakes.

Best Regards,

K. Ramalingam, MBA, CFP,

Chief Financial Planner,

www.holisticinvestment.in
https://www.youtube.com/@HolisticInvestment

Ans: Sachin Sir, I have already answer to your question here: https://gurus.rediff.com/question/qdtl/career/ece-branch-set-order-jnu-iiit-nagpur-bhopal-unq-bhubhneshwar/5249485

Ans: Nair Sir, No NIT/IIIT seats likely for 89.1 percentile (General category). 89.1 percentile ≈ CRL 90,000-1,00,000 rank (2025-26 trends). JoSAA 2025 R5 data: NIT CSE/ECE close

Ans: Hi,

At the age of 56, with ongoing contributions, you do not need a scheme certificate. The pension is payable upon turning 58, provided you have at least 10 years of total service.
>> Scheme Certificate is generally needed if you leave service before the age 58 and have over 10 years of service, to carry forward pensionable service. Since you are currently working, this is not mandatory for you now.

You must file a transfer request (Form 13) manually via the UAN portal to consolidate your Rajasthan and Delhi PF accounts. These are not automatically merged.

Let me know if you need more help.

Best Regards,
Reetika Sharma, Certified Financial Planner
https://www.instagram.com/cfpreetika/