Skill Development News - Latest Updates & Headlines
Gujarat expands drone manufacturing, training in 19 ITIs
Gandhinagar, April 11: Gujarat is set to expand drone pilot training across 19 Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) in the state. This initiative, anchored by the government-run institute Kaushalya - The Skill University (KSU), positions the state at the forefront of India's emerging drone education and manufacturing ecosystem.
Madhya Pradesh: PM Vishwakarma Yojana brings jobs and empowerment to Burhanpur's artisans
Burhanpur: , April 10 (IANS) The Pradhan Mantri Vishwakarma Yojana, launched to support artisans and craftsmen across 18 traditional trades, is transforming lives in Madhya Pradesh’s Burhanpur district by creating job opportunities and empowering citizens through skill development.
'Young India' is my brand, says Telangana CM
Hyderabad, April 10: Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy on Thursday said that 'Young India' is his brand.
After no to Centre's Vishwakarma Scheme, CM Stalin to launch KKT on April 18
Chennai, April 10: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin will launch the Kalaignar Kaivinai Thittam (KKT) -- Kalaignar Artisans Development Scheme -- on April 18 in Kancheepuram district's Kundrathur.
Young Indian entrepreneurs solving real problems rooted in communities: Jayant Chaudhary
New Delhi, April 5: Young entrepreneurs in India are not merely chasing success but solving real problems rooted in communities, Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship Jayant Chaudhary said on Saturday.
'Prime Minister Vishwakarma Yojana' empowering artisans like Rajaram Prajapat in Neemuch
Neemuch: , April 5 (IANS) Prime Minister Vishwakarma Yojana, launched to connect the country’s poor artisans and craftsmen with the mainstream of development, is changing the lives of people from all walks of life. Rajaram Prajapat from Neemuch, Madhya Pradesh, has expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the benefits he received through this scheme. He has got a lot of benefits due to this scheme.
Telangana govt to bring out new 'Policy Document' for best education system soon
Hyderabad, April 5: Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy on Friday ordered the Education Commission to prepare a comprehensive policy document to design the best education system and the government is ready to earmark substantial funds to establish a high-quality education structure in the state soon.
Telangana to bring out new policy document for best education system
Hyderabad, April 4: The government of Telangana will bring a policy document to design the best education system with a focus on skill development.
NSDC certifies 22,455 candidates for international mobility in last 3 years
New Delhi, April 2: The National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) has trained a total of 23,254 candidates and certified 22,455 in the past three years for international mobility, the government informed on Wednesday.
PM Vishwakarma Yojana brings turnaround in lives of people in MP's Shahdol
Bhopal, April 2: PM Vishwakarma Yojana, launched on the 77th Independence Day, is proving to be a life-changing initiative for the lower strata of society, comprising artisans, craftsmen and more.
Life-changing: PM Vishwakarma Yojana, empowering thousands of artisans with training, loans in MP
New Delhi, April 2: Thousands of unemployed individuals in Chhindwara and Pandhurna in Madhya Pradesh are receiving much-needed support to grow and establish their own businesses under the PM Vishwakarma Yojana, launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
PM Modi appreciates Tejasvi Surya's endeavour to train young minds
Bengaluru, April 1: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has appreciated the endeavour of Bengaluru South BJP MP Tejasvi Surya, who is also BJP National Yuva Morcha President, to train the young minds during this summer season through fun and learning.
PM Vishwakarma scheme brings economic relief & self-reliance to artisans in MP's Damoh
Damoh, April 1: Bundelkhand in Madhya Pradesh holds immense potential for business and employment opportunities, yet migration remains the region's biggest challenge.
Adopt new hobby, develop skills: PM Modi urges kids to utilise summer vacation
New Delhi, March 30: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday encouraged children to engage in constructive and productive activities during their upcoming summer vacations, emphasising the government's efforts to provide new learning opportunities.
Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju launches project for Sikh community under PM VIKAS scheme
New Delhi, March 29: Minister of Minority Affairs and Parliamentary Affairs Kiren Rijiju launched a project under the Pradhan Mantri Virasat Ka Samvardhan (PM VIKAS) scheme aimed at empowering the Sikh community through skill development, employment generation, and financial support.
Nara Lokesh's 'No Bag Day' to reimagine learning, make it more enjoyable
Amaravati, March 28: Andhra Pradesh IT & HRD Minister Nara Lokesh's new initiative called 'No Bag Day' will be observed on every Saturday for the students of Classes 1-10 from next academic year.
PMKVY scheme skilled over 16mn candidates till 2024: Centre
New Delhi, March 26: The Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY), launched in 2015, has skilled 1,60,33,081 candidates till 2024, the government said on Wednesday.
India set to double its startup count by 2030, create 5 crore jobs: Minister
Vadodara, March 23: The number of Indian startups is expected to double from 1.2 lakh to 2.4 lakh by 2030, creating 50 million new jobs, Minister of State (Independent Charge), Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Jayant Chaudhary, said on Sunday.
Skill gap issues need to be addressed through industry-academia-govt partnerships: Jayant Chaudhary
New Delhi, March 23: Minister of State (Independent Charge), Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship Jayant Chaudhary highlighted that in today's knowledge driven world, right skill set gives both the merit as well as national growth.
Bihar Diwas 2025 showcases education, innovation & cultural programs on Day 1 at Patna's Gandhi Maidan
Patna, March 23: Bihar Diwas 2025 began with much fanfare at Patna's Gandhi Maidan on Saturday, as Chief Minister Nitish Kumar officially inaugurated the five-day celebration.
Maha's youth to make a mark in Germany's industrial sector: Minister
Mumbai, March 21: Minister of Skill Development, Employment, and Innovation Minister Mangal Prabhat Lodha on Friday said that a positive discussion on employment opportunities was held with the delegation of senior officials from the economic and political department of Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany.
Coal & Mines MoS Satish Chandra Dubey asks industry to train employees for expertise in minerals sector
New Delhi, March 21: Satish Chandra Dubey, Minister of State for Coal & Mines on Friday asked the industry to train its employees to drive the required expertise in the minerals industry.
Union Minister urges India Inc. to develop skills for mining critical minerals
New Delhi, March 21: Union Minister of State for Coal and Mines Satish Chandra Dubey on Friday urged the captains of industry to build expertise in the mining sector to help make India self-reliant in the production of critical minerals.
World eyes India for product quality, businesses: Jayant Chaudhary
New Delhi, March 21: The world is eyeing India for the quality of its products and businesses, said Jayant Chaudhary, Minister of State (I/C), for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship.
Odisha to soon get a Centre of Excellence in Skill Development
Bhubaneswar, March 21: Odisha will get a Centre of Excellence in Skill Development aiming to equip the youth of the state with the skills required for emerging industries.
Adani Group launches India's largest 'skill and employ' initiative to create future workforce
Ahmedabad, March 19: In alignment with Chairman Gautam Adani's social philosophy, the Adani Group on Wednesday launched a nationwide initiative to strengthen India's workforce by introducing the country's largest 'Skill and Employ' programme in support of the 'Make in India' campaign.
Adani Group partners with Indo-German Chamber of Commerce to develop industry-ready skilled talent pool
Ahmedabad, March 19: The Adani Group has launched a nationwide initiative to strengthen India's workforce by introducing the country's "largest" 'Skill and Employ' program in support of the 'Make in India' campaign.
FM Sitharaman launches PM Internship Scheme app to boost youth employability
New Delhi, March 17: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday launched a dedicated mobile app for the Prime Minister's Internship Scheme.
NEP 2020 integrates sports into formal curriculum: MoS Jayant Chaudhary
Bengaluru, March 16: Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) and MoS for Education Jayant Chaudhary on Saturday highlighted that the National Education Policy 2020 is integrating sports into the formal curriculum, enabling the country to build a strong sports ecosystem.
Tripura to enhance nursing education for global opportunities: CM Manik Saha
Agartala, March 16: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Saturday said that the state government will explore all opportunities to see how nursing education can be further improved in the state.
J&K Assembly passes grants of PWD, I&C, Mining, Skill Development, Labour & Employment Depts
Jammu, March 15: The J&K Assembly on Saturday passed grants amounting to Rs 7,050.86 lakh for the Mining Department, Rs 108, 603.20 lakh for the Industries and Commerce Department, Rs 528, 374.63 lakh for the Public Works Department, Rs 35,344.46 lakh for the Labour and Employment Department and Rs 22,561.03 lakh for the Skill Development Department.
In a first, 9 Tripura youths get nursing caregiver jobs in Japan
Agartala, March 15: For the first time, nine youths from Tripura have got jobs in Japan as nursing caregivers and 60 more candidates would go to the East Asian country in the next financial year (2025-26) for work, officials said here on Saturday.
Former DRDO Chairman meets Andhra CM Chandrababu Naidu
Amravati, March 14: Former Chairman of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), G Satheesh Reddy, met with Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu at the state Secretariat to discuss the 'vast investment opportunities in the defence in the state,' a release said on Thursday.
Andhra partners with Microsoft to equip 2 lakh youth with AI skills
Amaravati, March 13: The Andhra Pradesh government on Thursday signed a crucial Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Microsoft for skill development among youth in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and advanced technology.
Tripura CM Manik Saha attends district-level workshop in Udaipur
Udaipur, March 11: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha attended a pivotal District-Level Workshop at Rajarshi Hall, Udaipur, as part of the 4th National Conference of Chief Secretaries' deliberations.
Congress MLA Jaivardhan Singh questions MP govt's Skill Development project
Bhopal, March 11: Congress MLA Jaivardhan Singh on Tuesday questioned the Madhya Pradesh government's allocation of funds for the 'Chief Minister's Seekho-Kamao Yojana' (CMSKY), claiming that only Rs 30 crore has been sanctioned so far against the scheme's estimated requirement of nearly Rs 1,000 crore.
25-day training program based on Rajasthani puppetry begins in Tripura
Agartala, March 9: In the Bamutiya Block of Tripura, a 25-day training program based on the traditional art of Rajasthani puppetry has begun.
These women of Delhi's Nizamuddin Basti embody change, independence, and empowerment
By Kavya Dubey, New Delhi, March 8: It is the first week of Ramzan and the otherwise bustling lanes of Nizamuddin Basti are rather quiet for a spring afternoon.
NMDC partners with CIPET to offer free skill training for 500 youth in Dantewada, Bastar
Raipur, March 8: The Chhattisgarh-owned National Mineral Development Corporation (NMDC), under its CSR program, has partnered with the Central Institute of Petrochemicals Engineering and Technology (CIPET) to provide free skill development training courses for 500 youth from Dantewada and Bastar districts in Chhattisgarh.
Rajasthan govt approves proposal to bring 'Coaching Centers (Control and Regulation) Bill-2025'
Jaipur, March 8: A cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma was held at the Chief Minister's Office on Saturday. Several key decisions were taken regarding Divyangjan welfare, employee welfare, governance reforms in municipal improvement trusts and development authorities, and advancements in renewable energy.