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Ministry of HRD extends the date of submission for Essay on Atma Nirbhar Bharat-Swatantra Bharat till 23rd August, 2020.

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The Fit India Freedom Run virtually launches by Rijiju

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August 15, 2020August 15, 2020

Sports National Politics

Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Shri Kiren Rijiju launched the Fit India Freedom Run through an online programme on Friday.

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NASSCOM launch AI Step-up module for school students

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August 15, 2020October 29, 2020

Technology K-12 Schools Learning Upskills Learning Virtual Conference

Atal Innovation Mission of NITI Aayog and NASSCOM launch Artificial Intelligence (AI) Step-up modules, for school students nationwide

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