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'Pipeline of talent' needed for India, US to maintain growth momentum: PM

To maintain the momentum of growth, a "pipeline of talent" is needed for India and the US, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said at an event here to highlight the two nations' shared priorities around education and workforce. He was participating in the 'Skilling For Future Event' organised by the National Science Foundation (NSF) on Wednesday and his visit to the organisation was hosted by First Lady Jill Biden. The prime minister also highlighted the initiatives undertaken by India to promote education, research and entrepreneurship. "I am really happy to have got an opportunity to interact with young and creative minds here. India is working on several projects in collaboration with the NSF. I thank First Lady Jill Biden for planning and organising this event," Modi said. Explaining the skilling mission of his government, Modi said for the bright future of youngsters, it is important to have education, skill and innovation, and India has worked in this direction. The National Educa

Skill Impact Bond: Initiative skilled nearly 18,000 first-time job seekers

The initiative has skilled nearly 18,000 first-time job seekers, 72% of whom are women

Skill-Lync partners with TN Skill Development Corp to train 10,000 students

Ed-Tech platform Skill-Lync on Wednesday announced that it will train 10,000 students in partnership with the Tamil Nadu government. The company has so far trained up to 3,640 students from 364 colleges under the 'Naan Mudhalvan' programme, launched by the Tamil Nadu government, it said in a statement. Through this partnership, Skill-Lync provides its customised 19 professional course called Industry 4.0, which upskills students on emerging technology and helped optimise manufacturing across the industry. This partnership is accomplished in three phases, Faculty Development Programme (FDP), online learning and offline training, under which it has trained the students across Tamil Nadu in 105 colleges. "Our partnership with the Tamil Nadu government for Naan Mudhalvan scheme is a significant milestone. This allowed us unprecedented scale to improve the employability of engineering students by providing them with industry-relevant technologies. "Our vision of enabling students with

Singapore, India explore possibility of widening engagement in education

Union Minister for Education and Skill Development Dharmendra Pradhan on Wednesday held fruitful discussions with his Singaporean counterpart Chan Chun Sing on strengthening the existing ties and exploring the possibility of widening the scope of bilateral engagements in education and skill development. Pradhan, who was here on a three-day visit, also explored ways in which Singapore can partner with India to seamlessly integrate skilling and vocational education starting from the school level itself. Pradhan had fruitful conversations on further strengthening the bilateral cooperation and deepening engagements in all areas of education and skill development with Chan. Both the ministers agreed to broaden the contours of the existing partnership through institutional mechanisms, particularly towards building capacities of teachers and trainers, incorporating future skills into the education and skilling ecosystem as well as exploring engagement with special schools, and sports ...

Wardwizard inks pact with Dogra Regiment to offer upskilling opportunities

Wardwizard Innovations & Mobility has inked an initial pact with the Dogra Regiment of the Indian Army to provide 'Agniveers' and other retired army officers specialised skill development and upskilling opportunities in the EV space. The Vadodra-headquartered electric two-wheeler, in a statement, also announced setting up an EV Centre of Excellence for skill development of defence personnel at Dogra Regimental Centre in Ayodhya Cantt (Faizabad). Equipped with technical equipment -- including part display tables, low-speed scooters, battery and charging facilities, chargers and e-rickshaws -- the facility will serve as a hub for immersive learning and hands-on experience, Wardwizard Innovations said. As part of the Enable to Empower project, Wardwizard Innovations, in partnership with the Dogra Regiment, will conduct an immersive 5-6-day training workshop for select retired officers/personnel. The training programme is meticulously designed to equip participants with the necessary .

NSDC with Camu launches skill academy to bridge industry, academia gap

The National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) has partnered with Camu, an EdTech platform, to launch NSDC Academy's Skills for Higher Education which aims at bridging the skills gap between the industry and the education sector, officials said. The NSDC Academy will offer a comprehensive range of courses and the partnership will provide higher education institutions with a full stack of digital solutions, including a student information system, a learning management system and a student success platform powered by CamuEngage, they said. "The vision is to ensure that we equip the youth by building their capabilities and providing them with the right prospects. With this, we have launched NSDC Academy's Skills for Higher Education powered by Camu EdTech. This platform will serve as a hub that connects students and institutions, enabling them to achieve their placement aspirations," said Ved Mani Tiwari, the CEO of NSDC. "NSDC Academy envisions becoming a strong partner throughout

AIIMS Delhi signs MoU with HSSC for skill development of hospital staff

The AIIMS Delhi has signed a memorandum of understanding with the healthcare sector skill council for the skilling, reskilling, and upskilling of various cadres of hospital staff. The HSSC is a recognised awarding body by the National Council for Vocational Education and Training (NCVET) under the ambit of the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), an office memorandum issued by AIIMS said. It assess and certifies candidates on skill qualifications in the healthcare sector including AYUSH, social sector and hospital management services with the support of industry experts, academia, line ministries and regulators, it said. The HSSC has expressed its willingness to recognise AIIMS as its centre of excellence (CoE), Director Dr M Srinivas said. "This CoE would provide leadership, best practices, research, support, training of trainers and skill training for a specific sector. This would be a role model as a place where the highest standards are maintained," the ..

Pradhan meets Singapore Deputy PM; discusses deepening cooperation

Union Minister for Education and Skill Development Dharmendra Pradhan on Monday met Singapore Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong and held fruitful discussions on the existing cooperation between the two nations, including deepening engagements in the sectors of technical and vocational education, the Indian Embassy here said. Pradhan, who is on a three-day visit to Singapore, also deliberated on ways to strengthen bilateral engagements in the field of skill development with Wong, who also holds the finance portfolio. "Fruitful discussions on strengthening the existing cooperation between India and Singapore and deepening engagements in skill development as well as technical and vocational education," said the High Commission of India in Singapore in a post on LinkedIn. During the visit, Pradhan will be meeting various key ministers of the Singaporean government, including Senior Minister Tharman Shanmugaratnam, Foreign Minister Dr Vivian Balakrishnan, Minister for Trade and Industr

US, India launch working group on education and skill development

India and the United States have launched a working group on education and skill development which is expected to give a big boost to people-to-people relationship. Held in a hybrid format, the first meeting of the US-India Education and Skills Development Working Group was hosted by the State Department's Assistant Secretary for the Bureau of South and Central Asia, Donald Lu, here along with the Ministry of Education's Joint Secretary of International Cooperation, Neeta Prasad in New Delhi. The working group exchanged perspectives on skill development and vocational education, certification and recognition, partnerships between US and Indian higher educational institutions, and engaging with the private sector. Participants also discussed ways to further expand the educational linkages and collaborate on the promotion of the workforce development, an official US release said. Noting that student and faculty exchanges are at the heart of knowledge partnership between both the ...

Haryana to launch comprehensive campaign for skill development schemes

Haryana Chief Secretary Sanjeev Kaushal on Monday said the district-level agency led by Additional Deputy Commissioners will be reconstituted and strengthened to create a comprehensive skill development plan for each district. The primary objective of this initiative is to equip individuals with the specific skills required in various industries and design training programmes that cater to the needs of the local industry, Kaushal said. During a meeting of the Haryana Skill Development Mission (HSDM) and its implementation strategy, virtually attended by additional deputy commissioners, the chief secretary emphasised the importance of engaging Class 12 dropout students particularly in Nuh district in skill development programmes. He directed the officers to launch a special campaign to disseminate information about various training programmes and encourage students to enroll in them. This will also enhance the employability of these students, he said, according to an official ...

PM National Apprenticeship Mela to be organised in 200 districts on May 8

Apprenticeship is considered the most sustainable model of skill development and it has been getting a big boost under the Skill India Mission

Pernod Ricard India and NSDC to provide skill training to 240 transpersons

It will be a placement-linked skill training programme where candidates will get skill training across job roles

80% firms worldwide face shortage of workforce with apt tech skills: Study

India in good position to tackle shortage, has 16% of technology talent market

Ed-tech firm Simplilearn plans acquisitions, expansion amid funding winter

Blackstone-backed company plans 40% growth in FY24 to turn profitable, says senior executive

Skill development is primary focus under Swayampurna Goa 2.0: CM Sawant

Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Monday said skill development is one of the primary focus areas under the state government's Swayampurna Goa 2.0 initiative. Speaking at the launch of a booklet by the Directorate of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, the chief minister said the state government has been undertaking various programmes to boost employability of Goan youth in all sectors. The state government's Shiksha Sangam programme will enhance the scope of skilling, upskilling and reskilling, he said, expressing hope that the youth of the state will benefit from the programme. Sawant further said the government has undertaken an apprenticeship programme in collaboration with industry and educational institutions to provide on-field experience and skill development to youngsters. The chief minister released an apprentice circular focusing on the importance of apprenticeship in the institutions and signed memorandums of understanding with L&T Limited, Daikin, Abhinav ...

Hyderabad, Delhi, Chennai hired maximum apprentices till March: Report

On a pan India level, 79 per cent of employers showed intent to hire more apprentices in the quarter ending March: TeamLease Apprenticeship Outlook Report

Delhi govt to introduce skill development centres for differently-abled

The Delhi government will upskill differently-abled people by providing them with the benefit of skill development centres, according to an official statement issued on Tuesday. Social Welfare Minister Raaj Kumar Anand held a review meeting with the officials of his department and directed them to take appropriate steps towards skilling differently-abled people. Anand announced that soon such people will be trained through a skill development programme that will enable them to acquire skills and knowledge necessary for better employment opportunities. "This initiative is a step towards fulfilling the government's commitment to creating equal opportunities for all, including the differently-abled," he said. The Delhi government will also organise awareness camps in all districts where differently-abled people will be informed about government schemes, facilities and skill development programmes.

Chandrababu Naidu moved Rs 371 cr in skill development scam: AP minister

Amarnath said that Chandrababu had announced that 6 clusters are being set up for this purpose and about Rs 3,300 crore will be spent at the rate of Rs 560 crore per cluster

Centre to get industry partners under SAMARTH scheme for skill development

The government plans to rope in more industry partners to increase the pace of training under its flagship SAMARTH scheme for skill development in the textile sector, a senior official said on Friday. The government aims to make the country's textile sector worth USD 250 billion by 2030 from USD 150-155 billion at present. "To have this kind of growth, it is extremely important that we also have a skilled manpower available," Textile Secretary Rachna Shah said. Addressing a press conference here, she said that more than 85 per cent of the 1.5 lakh beneficiaries trained so far under the scheme are women. Over 70 per cent of the beneficiaries trained in organised sector courses have been provided placement, she added. "Out of the skilling target of 3.47 lakh beneficiaries allocated so far, 1.5 lakh beneficiaries have been provided training," she said. The SAMARTH scheme is being implemented till FY2024 ending March next year. To continue with the momentum of the scheme and to incr

India to become global skills hub 'very soon': Dharmendra Pradhan

India will soon be the global skills hub, Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan said on Tuesday, underlining the importance of investment in education and skill development to ensure people have the knowledge and required capabilities to capture opportunities in 21st century. The Minister for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship was speaking at an event for collaboration between National Skill Development Corporation, and Hotel and Tourism Management Institute (HTMi), Switzerland. NSDC and HTMi envision to support the hospitality and tourism industry with large numbers of well-trained hospitality professionals, through the Swiss Apprentice Education and Training Mode. This partnership will assist students make a career in the hospitality sector and narrow the existing gap between the demand and supply of skills across the globe. Pradhan said investments in education and skill development of "our people are imperative to ensure that they have required knowledge and capabilities to ...