NSDC Launches Nationwide Cloud & AI Skilling Initiative with AWS

Exam-focused facts from the 27 August 2026 current affairs briefing.

Key facts

The National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship launched a nationwide cloud and AI skilling initiative in collaboration with Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Cultus Education.
The initiative aims to equip 1.5 lakh learners with foundational Artificial Intelligence and cloud literacy through AWS digital training content.
It will also provide job-ready training to 10,000 participants through the AWS re/start programme.
The initiative uses a 100% online delivery model to enable learners from Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities to access training without relocating.
The initiative was launched on August 24, 2026.