Wednesday 31 January 2018

You Must Learn Few Skills during College Life

 A college teaching will denote the world if you are trying to effort for other people and mount the ladder in a company. If you mount long enough, you’ll become a administrator, maybe make six figures, or get whatever carrot they are dangling in front of your nose.


One’s personality is shaped and developed under the authority of multiple factors, objective and subjective, natural and social, inner and outer, independent and those dependant on the conscience of a person. In this view, no is not viewed as a passive being that reflects certain social authority. As a replacement for, a person is a subject matter of one’s own configuration and expansion. The configuration of a personality guarantees systematically organized development. Modern scientific views on personal development as a practice of determined structure of a personality have been formed as a result of a long and controversial development of pedagogical ideas.
In fact, instructors play a significant role in the process of self-development, organization of their lives and guarantee of the social experience the students gain during the process of learning. Self-development is a entire procedure of constant renewal of one’s experience. The evaluation of one’s success is also performed by the instructor on the basis of changes that take place in the conscience and behavior of students. The procedure of target accomplishment is also realized through the group of student’s activity.

Productivity

Harmonizing school and life can be confronted for a lot of college students. The moment in time assurances concerned with attending classes, completing homework, holding down a job and making time for a social life can feel overwhelming. Learning how to be fruitful so you get your assignments done on time and still have room in your life for other activities can make a big difference.
Here are some tips to keep in mind as you start your college journey:

Find the right environment

Where you work matters. If you have a private room, it's fairly easy to shut the door and concentrate on what you're doing. However, if you have a roommate, or if you share an apartment or live in a busy (and loud) dorm, it might make more sense to pack up your things and head to the campus to study or get homework done. To create a space even more conducive to productivity, reserve a study room in the library.

Work during your peak productivity

Pay attention to when you are most alert during the day (or even the night). Many of us have body cycles that can be tracked. Try to organize your timetable so homework time takes place during your peak hours. Don't put it off. Concentration and focus can help you get more homework done -- and do it better -- in a shorter amount of time.

Creativity

Every greenly season , work of creativity takes place for all  teenager, teams from around the world that come together on a U.S. college campus to showcase their creativity. The teams display their creativity in two ways. First, they solve a mind-twisting spontaneous problem, a problem they haven’t seen before but have only minutes to solve. The second level involves performing a solution to a long-term problem that they’ve worked on for months. This program, called “Odyssey of the Mind,” provides an opportunity for kids to showcase their creative thinking skills at local and state competitions, and possibly the World Finals.

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Monday 29 January 2018

Role of College Education in Your Professional Growth Ahead

This is an era of cutthroat and stiff competition. The present is an age about "Survival of the Fittest". Students and people hoping to excel expectations in the present-day work advertise need to redesign themselves all the time. They can't stand to be steady and dormant in only one place. This is the place proficient development comes into picture. Proficient development is of most extreme significance for people working in the specialized field. This is on the grounds that the universe of innovation is a consistently advancing world where new ideas are acquainted from time with time. Notwithstanding, the same goes valid for the other work fields also. Thus, keeping in mind the end goal to be there in the race, proficient development should be of awesome centrality. Professional development is the trendy expression now with each worker confronting the test of overhauling themselves as needs be.

What is Professional Growth?

An individual who is professionally developed has the ability of accomplishing a successful career. Irrespective of the work field that you belong to, it is only by way of professional growth that you will gain the ability of attaining ultimate success. This goes for relatively every field of work be it an engineer, a doctor, a teacher or a software developer. The procedure of professional growth starts at a very young age. It starts from the time when a child is admitted to school. Despite the fact that school education has nothing to do with your professional life, it certainly serves as the base of your career. Just like your school education, every step of your academic study is in direct relation with your professional development and growth. It is simply and essentially about learning and upgrading yourself on a regular basis.

College Education and how it helps in the Professional Growth of Students?

College education is one of the most vital influences of the professional development and growth of students and individuals. Unlike school education, college education serves as the basis of the professional enhancement and development of an individual. The education and you get at college level helps you in choosing a career path and in implementing your knowledge in the career field that you have chosen. In the present market, versatile and dynamic individuals are in great demand. Versatility and dynamism are qualities that can only be gained through college education. The days for stereotypes have long gone and today, individuals are expected to have updated and latest knowledge of their respective work procedures and fields. Hence, if you are of the feeling that you can remain completely relaxed during your college education then you are on the wrong side of things. It is necessary for you to serest ideal our college education in the best way possible in order to move ahead on your career path.

Practical Advantages of College Education

Generally speaking, college education comes with some of the most practical advantages that have been pointed out below:
  • Civic Involvement
  • Economic
  • Personal Development
  • Health
  • Consciousness of Passions
  • Improved Communication both Written and Verbal
  • Discipline
  • Sense of Achievement
Conclusion

It is undeniable that a positive learning environment serves as the cornerstone for students to acquire the opportunities to hone their skills and become more knowledgeable about their domain to achieve career success. In short, there is no other better place than your educational institute to facilitate research and knowledge development. Admittedly, your degree has a major influence on your future professional growth. As such, one’s graduate degree and the institution where the groundwork is laid turn out to be of great importance in enhancing one’s employability score in the market. However, it is not only the right course or the degree that matters, choosing the right college/university also matter a lot, as this is the place where you get the right learning environment and opportunities. A well-equipped college or educational institution provides students plentiful chances with ample opportunities to develop and improve their traits, their skills, and the attitude for successfully pursuing their future goals and objectives.


Friday 26 January 2018

DIRECT ADMISSION IN TOP Engineering Colleges Sagar Group of Institute of Research &Technology

The Sagar Institute of Research & Technology (SIRT) is the first Institute of Sagar Group of Institutions. It is among Top engineering colleges in Bhopal MP. It is also popularly called as Sagar Group or SIRT College in Bhopal. It is rated top private engineering colleges in MP for its infrastructure, academic facilities, R&D projects, rich collection of books and International Journals in the library. The Sagar Group was in itself earlier working under patronage of Agrawal Group of Companies which is now named as The SAGE.

SIRT - Top Engineering Colleges in Bhopal
SIRT - Top Engineering Colleges


Why Student need to join Sagar Institute of Research & Technology (SIRT, Bhopal)

SIRT group of colleges is one of the best known technical colleges in central India. Students who want to study in Bhopal have an opportunity to study in the institute with best and massive infrastructure which is spread over 25 acres of land. it is offering several disciplines of engineering such as Computer Science Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering and Information Technology. Campus is also offering M tech courses in all the above subjects. Along with it we offer Diploma courses in Mechanical and Civil faculty.

• Placement assistance provided and 100% placement records
• Affiliated to RGPV ( Rajiv Gandhi Proudyogiki Vishwavivdyalaya) and approved by AICTE
• Delivers learning using Synchronous Learning Platform
• Provides collaborative programs with other institutions
• Organizes industrial visits, seminars and guest lecturers
• Ultramodern library and 24 hours wifi facility available around the campus.
• Transport facility available all over the city

History

The SAGE is the most emerging group of Engineering, Real state, Power & Media companies in central India. It serves in the area of engineering education as a prime duty. It is working by the name of Sagar Group of Institutions (SGI) in the education sector. The Sagar Institute of Research & Technology (SIRT) is the first Institution of SGI.The institute was established in the year 2003. The institute is recognized by AICTE, Bhopal and affiliated to RGPV (Rajiv Gandhi Proudyogiki Vishwavivdyalaya).The Group also consists of number of sister colleges including SIRT, SIRT-S, SIRT-E, and SIRT-Indore SIRT Bhopal has also received ISO certification: 9000-2001 in 2003, NBA Accreditation in 2009, 2014 and 2016. It has also been accredited by TCS in 2010 for closed campus placements.



SIRT has following major facilities:

• Separate Hostel facilities for boys and girls• Air-conditioned library
• Internet facility in entire campus
• 24*7 Cafeteria
• Medical facility
• Transportation facility
• Language lab
• Computer lab

Location:

The Sagar Institute of Research andTechnology which works under the banner of Sagar Group of Institutions is situated at the main location of Bhopal. You can reach very easy to us by train, bus, and airplane. It is 6 Km away from Inter State Bus Terminal (ISBT) and also 7 Km from Bhopal Central Railway Station and 10 Km from Habibganj Railway Station. If you can come by airplane then it is 17 Km from Raja Bhoj International Airport. The traffic in Bhopal is very easy and you can reach us by passing the serene beauty of Bhopal.

Achievements

This College also received ISO certification: 9000-2001 in 2003, NBA Accreditation in 2009, 2014 and 2016. It has also been accredited by TCS in 2010 for closed campus placements. The Sagar Group conducts many events for students overall personality development by conducting expert lectures, industrial visits, workshops, value addition courses. Apart from this, the group has strong belief in spiritual development of students & the faculty members.

Admission Process

Students can get admissions in various engineering colleges through competitive exams held by various recognized societies on national and state level such as JEE main, JEE advanced, GATE, BITSAT, VITEEE, IIIT Delhi, MHTCET, NATA, IISER, SET, JAYPEE in various institutes all over India. But for many reasons all students are not able to appear in such examinations and they want admission in engineering stream. Such students have the facility of getting admissions directly even in top engineering colleges affiliated to AICTE. To get direct admissions in engineering colleges students must have cleared his +2 examination from any recognized board with a minimum of 50% marks (Average) in Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry. Students who are eligible as per their +2 examination then they have an option to enroll themselves online in their respective state authority for example in Madhya Pradesh one can enroll on MP online portal. After registration he will get a chance to lock his choice of branch and colleges where he wants to study. Now the authority will allot the college to the student on the basis of the choice of the student as well as on the seat availability in that particular college. Before taking

Placements

SIRT - Campus Placement
SIRT - Campus Placement


Sagar Group of Institutions has become one of the top campus recruitment engineering colleges in Bhopal MP Central India. We have a history of over 200+ companies visiting our campus in this year mainly including TCS, IBM, Amazon , Net link , Capgimini , Cactus , BRIO , BOSCH , Bonfiglioli , BOB , AXIS Bank , Altos, Amdocs , Amazon , ADANI , GALV@NTRIX , FRIGUS , Experis IT , ESS , CSC, Collabera, click labs , CIS , CARWAL, CAPTAIN , Infosys and many others . Our 1000+ students have been selected in campus placement during academics session 2016-17. Training Tie Up’s We are Tie Up’s with many company like TCS , ORACLE , IBM , Microsoft , Tata International ,BHEL , Maze net , Net link , SFa Technologies , Kirloskar , Sofcon training , IIHT , CIPET , GANNON , appin technology lab , PERMALI Wallace.


All Inquiry related to admission process then you can contact us.

SGI Counseling Cell (Toll- Free) : 180030002566

Mr. Sarvesh Shukla: 99263 47191

Just dial - +(91)-755-2628687, 2628538, 3983101, 3983100, 3983102

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Thursday 25 January 2018

WHAT IS CRYPTOCURRENCY

Cryptocurrency is a form of digital money that uses cryptography for security


It is a currency connected with the internet that uses cryptography, the process of converting readable information into an almost uncrackable code, to track purchases and transfers.

Cryptocurrency


To understand how crypt currency works, following are main concepts to become familiar with:

Encryption



Encryption 



The process of converting information or data into a code by using key, especially to prevent unauthorized access. When using crypt currency as a source of exchange, instead of using a single key for encryption and decryption, use different   encryption keys are used for both. A user generates a pair of keys that are linked to each other. Public key is used for encryption and private key is used for decryption.

Decentralized


The move of decision making power, assignment of responsibility and accountability for results. It is accompanied by allotment of appropriate authority to individuals or units at all levels of an association.
Cryptocurrencies are a protocol just like http, IP, or the internet – they aren’t completely owned by any individuals. It’s a network oriented system that manages by simple mathematical rules on which everyone who participates on the network agrees.

Distributed Systems


A model whose components are located on a network of computers. These computers communicate and coordinate their actions by passing messages along to one another.

Open Source Code


Cryptocurrencies are typically open-source. This means anyone can create API’s without paying fee and anyone can use or join the network.

Transaction


When we send Bit coin, a data structure is created by our wallet client by using an encrypted electronic signature. It is then broadcasted on the network via a public ledger to provide proof that the transaction actually happened. Bitcoin nodes on the network will relay and rebroadcast the transaction, and if the transaction is valid, nodes will include it.

Block chain


Block chain is a database that maintains a constantly growing set of data records. It is distributed in nature, meaning that there is no master computer holding the entire chain. Rather, the participating nodes have a copy of the chain. It’s also ever-growing — data records are only added to the chain.

Node


A node is simply a computer that is participating in the global Bitcoin network by speaking a protocol, ‘the Bitcoin’ protocol, which allows these intersections on the network to communicate with each other.
Nodes that are participating on Bitcoin serve the most important purpose; every one of them acts as an authoritative, verifier of every single transaction and block.
The node takes the transaction data, and independently verifies every aspect of that transaction. It authoritatively reconciles it with its own copy of the ledger to determine whether the funds have been double spent. If you send a node a transaction that is incorrect, it will not only reject the transaction, it will stop talking to you.

Mining


Mining is the process by which transactions are verified and added to the public ledger, known as the blockchain – it is also the means through which new bitcoin are released. Anyone with access to the internet and suitable hardware can participate in mining.
The mining process involves compiling recent transactions into blocks and trying to solve a computationally difficult puzzle. 

Tuesday 23 January 2018

Grammy Award Winner Padm Vibhushan & Padm Shree Pandit Vishwa Mohan Bhatt Event @SIRT BHOPAL

On completion of 50 years overs mohan veena Pandit vishwa mohan bhatt was fecilated by SIRT bhopal. Our chairman Er. Sanjeev Agrawal and Chairperson Kiran Agrawal welcomed pt. Bhatt. SIRTE successfully organized "Sur Sagar Samman Samaroh " on 20th Jan 2018. 








Sunday 21 January 2018

SUR SAGAR SAMMAN SAMROAH at SIRT Bhopal - Picture Gallery

On completion of 50 years overs Mohan Veena Pandit Vishwa Mohan Bhatt was fecilated by SIRT Bhopal. Our chairman Er. Sanjeev Agrawal and Chairperson Kiran Agrawal welcomed pt. Bhatt. SIRTE successfully organized "Sur Sagar Samman Samaroh " on 20th Jan 2018. 

SUR SAGAR SAMMAN SAMROAH - SIRT
SUR SAGAR SAMMAN SAMROAH - SIRT

GRAMMY Award Winner Pt Vishwa Mohan Bhatt - SIRT
GRAMMY Award Winner Pt Vishwa Mohan Bhatt - SIRT

MAA SAWRASWATI Vandana - SIRT
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Felication of pt ji  by hon'ble chairman sir & Chairperson mam - SIRT
Felication of pt ji  by hon'ble chairman sir & Chairperson mam 

Honour to DM Bhopal - SIRT
GRAMMY Award Winner Pt Vishwa Mohan Bhatt - SIRT
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Friday 19 January 2018

Grammy Award Winner Pt Vishwa Mohan Bhatt at SIRT Bhopal

Pt. Vishwa Mohan Bhatt has mesmerized the world with his pristine pure, delicate yet fiery music. He is one of the most expressive, versatile and greatest slide players in the world. Pt. Vishwa Mohan has become the cultural ambassador of India. Due to his sheer virtuosity and the limitless supply of melodies, he is the recipient of various awards and proved to be the biggest contribution to Indian classical music and musicians.
Grammy Award Winner Pt Vishwa Mohan Bhatt at SIRT Bhopal
Grammy Award Winner Pt Vishwa Mohan Bhatt at SIRT Bhopal

Wednesday 17 January 2018

How to Crack JEE Exam 2018



Here tips to clear JEE Exam.



SIRT - How to crack JEE Exam 

What is Block Chain Technology?

Block chain is a new and trending word in the field of information technology. A blockchain, originally block chain, is a continuously growing list of records, called blocks, which are linked and secured using cryptography. Each block primarily contains a hash pointer as a link to a previous block, a timestamp and transaction data. By design, blockchains are inherently resistant to modification of the data.

SIRT - Block Chain Technology

A blockchain is a decentralized and distributed digital ledger that is used to record transactions across many computers so that the record cannot be altered retroactively without the alteration of all subsequent blocks and the collusion of the network. This allows the participants to verify and audit transactions inexpensively. Blockchains have been described as a value-exchange protocol. This blockchain-based exchange of value can be completed more quickly, more safely and more cheaply than with traditional systems.

A blockchain database consists of two kinds of records: transactions and blocks. Blocks hold batches of valid transactions that are hashed and encoded into a Merkle tree. Each block contains the hash of the prior block in the blockchain, linking the two. The linked blocks form a chain. This iterative process confirms the integrity of the previous block, all the way back to the original genesis block. Some blockchains create a new block as frequently as every five seconds.
Blockchain technology is like the internet in that it has a built-in robustness. By storing blocks of information that are identical across its network, the blockchain cannot:

  1. Be controlled by any single entity.
  2. Has no single point of failure.

With a blockchain, many people can write entries into a record of information, and a community of users can control how the record of information is amended and updated.
Yet, blockchain technology, for all its merits, is not a new technology.
Rather, it is a combination of proven technologies applied in a new way. It was the particular composition of three technologies (the Internet, private key cryptography and a protocol governing incentivization) that made bitcoin creator Satoshi Nakamoto's idea so useful.

 Private key Cryptography
 Private key Cryptography


1-      Private key Cryptography
2-      P2P Network
3-      Program ( the blockchain’s protocol)

The result is a system for digital interactions that does not need a trusted third party. The work of securing digital relationships is understood — supplied by the elegant, simple, yet robust network architecture of blockchain technology itself.

Blockchain technology has a large potential to transform business operating models in the long term. Blockchain distributed ledger technology is likewise a foundation technology—with the potential to create new foundations for global economic and social systems—than a disruptive technology, which typically "attack a traditional business model with a lower-cost solution and overtake incumbent firms quickly".


By enabling digital information to be distributed but not imitated, blockchain technology created the backbone of a new type of internet. Originally devised for the digital currency, Bit coin, the tech community is now finding other potential uses for the technology.

Author By SIRT Bhopal 

Monday 15 January 2018

Grammy Award Winner Pt. Vishwa Mohan Bhatt at SIRT Bhopal

GRAMMY AWARD WINNER and PADMA Bhushan , Padma Shree Awardee Pt. VISHWA MOHAN BHATT will grace Sagar Institute of Research & Technology (SIRT) on 20th Jan 2018.

Grammy Award Winner Pt Vishwa Mohan Bhatt
Grammy Award Winner Pt Vishwa Mohan Bhatt
Pt. Vishwa Mohan Bhatt is Grammy-winning Hindustan classical 🎶 instrumentalist who plays the Mohan Veena (slide 🎸) for his album A Meeting by the River. He is Padma Bhushan, Padma Shree Awardee, also known for other fusion and pan-cultural collaborations.“ Grammy award is basically presented by The Recording Academy in the 🎶 industry as the honor and respect for musical accomplishments. 

Thursday 11 January 2018

7 Tips to grow your Business by using Social Media

Social media is a source of communication on which anyone can share information. This new form of media makes transfer of text, photos, audio, video and information in generally raising among internet users. Social has significance not only for regular internet users, but business as well.

Tips to grow your Business using Social Media 

1.      Identify Goals and Objectives 


The First step which is helpful to grow your business is to identify your goal and objectives. Make sure before posting that what your are posting on the social sites, it’s better to make a plan for what you are going post and stick with it. Firstly insure how each platform works, what audiences you can reach, and what your objectives are and you will be off to a great start. Post regularly on your all social accounts, so that user keeps interest in your social accounts.

2.      Understand Their Needs

Understanding what your viewers wants will help you be able to relate with them on a more warm level. Knowing what users want to read about and what they believe in will help you know what you need to give to them. Once you realize this, you can give the all they want - which means conveying them to your website to see what your business is concerning.

3.      Use all Social Networks.


You may have some social network which you prefer most, but it doesn’t means that you followers fell that way. If you want success with social media then post across all networks.

4.  Produce Valuable Content

Make sure that you are producing valuable content- not only into your blog but also on your social accounts. Having the best content helps display your business and website, this carries more customers.

5. Share with Everyone 

Share your social media accounts with every person you know. Don't share bad thing - but don't be afraid to share. By doing this, they will know you have a existence on Face book, Twitter, etc. and they can share it with everyone they know.

6. Engage with Everyone

Engage with your users, it means when they post something talk back to them.   Let them know that you understand what they are posting and what they want. Then, give them more what they want to keep them posting on your pages.

7.  Use Hash tags Often

Hash tags are very popular in these days. Everyone is using it to bring more audience to their blogs or websites. Using hash tags on Face book, Twitter, and Google Plus will help carry extra audience onto your social media sites and your website - but use it very carefully. 

Saturday 6 January 2018

Top 5 Strategic Technology Trends for 2018




Technology is the variety of techniquesskillsmethods, and processes used in the production of goods or services or in the accomplishment of objectives, such as scientific investigation. Technology can be the knowledge of techniques, processes, and the like, or it can be embedded in machines to allow for operation without detailed knowledge of their workings.

SIRT - Technology Trends 2018

Technology is the use of scientific knowledge for practical purposes or applications, whether in industry or in our everyday lives. So, basically, whenever we use our scientific knowledge to achieve some specific purpose, we're using technology. Well, there is slightly more to it than that. Technology generally involves a specific piece of equipment, but that equipment can be incredibly simple or dazzlingly complex. It can be anything from the discovery of the wheel, all the way up to computers and MP3 players.


Here are top 5 technologies which are in trend:


1.     Artificial intelligence

SIRT Bhopal -What is  a Artificial Intelligence



Artificial Intelligence or AI is the simulation of human intelligence processes by machines, especially computer systems. These processes include learning (the acquisition of information and rules for using the information), reasoning (using the rules to reach approximate or definite conclusions), and self-correction. Particular applications of Artificial Intelligence include expert systems, speech recognition and machine vision.

2. Internet of Thing

SIRT - Internet  of Things

The Internet of things (IoT) is the network of physical devices, vehicles, home appliances and other items entrenched with electronicssoftwaresensorsactuators, and network connectivity which enable these objects to connect and exchange data. Each thing is exclusively identifiable through its entrenched computing system but is able to inter-operate within the existing Internet infrastructure.
The Internet of Things involves the increasing use of objects and entities – known, in this context as things -- provided with unique identifiers and the ability to automatically transfer data over a network. Much of the increase in IoT communication comes from computing devices and embedded sensor systems used in industrial machine-to-machine (M2M) communication, smart energy grids, home and building automation, vehicle to vehicle communication and wearable computing devices. 



3. Big data
What is Big Data


Big data is a term that describes the large volume of data – both structured and unstructured – that inundates a business on a day-to-day basis. But it is not the amount of data that is important. It’s what organizations do with the data that matters. Big data can be analyzed for insights that lead to better decisions and strategic business moves.
Big data is data sets that are so large and composite that traditional data processing application software are inadequate to deal with them. Big data challenges include capturing datadata storagedata analysis, search, sharingtransfervisualizationquerying, updating and information privacy. There are three dimensions to big data known as Volume, Variety and Velocity.
4. Crypto currencies

Crypto Currencies
A Crypto currency is a digital asset designed to work as a medium of exchange that uses cryptography to secure its transactions, to control the creation of additional units, and to verify the transfer of assets. Crypto currencies are classified as a subset of digital currencies and are also classified as a subset of alternative currencies and virtual currencies.
Bit coin, created in 2009, was the first decentralized crypto currency. Since then, numerous other Crypto currencies have been created. These are regularly called alt coins, as a blend of bit coin alternative. Bit coin and its derivatives use decentralized control as opposed to centralized electronic money/central banking systems. The decentralized control is related to the use of bit coin's block chain transaction database in the role of a distributed ledger.
5. Block Chain

Block Chain
Block chain is a database that sustains an endlessly growing set of data records. It is distributed in nature, meaning that there are no master computer assets the entire chain. Rather, the contributing nodes have a copy of the chain. It’s also ever-growing — data records are only added to the chain.
A block chain consists of two types of elements:
1-  Transactions are the procedures created by the participants in the system. 

2-  Blocks record these transactions and make sure they are in the proper series and have not been interfered with. Blocks also record a time stamp when the transactions were added.

Two Main Types of Block chain



In a public blockchain, everyone can read or write data. 
Bitcoin, for example, uses an approach where anyone can write.

In a private block chain, all the participants are known and trusted. 


Author : - SIRT Bhopal - Top Engineering Colleges in MP
 


Post Covid-19 Academic Behavior of Students

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