Skill Training

Less than 2% of higher edu institutes offer work-linked degrees: Report

Only 2 per cent of the higher education institutions (HEIs) offer work-linked degrees despite high demand, a TeamLease EdTech survey said on Tuesday. The survey also said that over 85 per cent of students interviewed endorsed work-linked degrees as the future. However, less than 2 per cent of HEIs currently offer such programmes, which underscores an urgent need for change, it said Around 80 per cent of students believe that work experience on their CVs will improve their chances of securing high-paying jobs, and 40 per cent of the respondents identify financial independence as a key driver behind their preference for work-linked degrees, the report added. Moreover, 66 per cent of students valued flexibility in learning schedules, and 56 per cent were drawn to on-the-job mentorship, it added. Such models resonate deeply with students' aspirations for learning that integrate seamlessly with their career goals, the report stated. These findings, it said, reveal a need for HEIs to a

Over 4,500 international officers visited India for capacity building: Govt

More than 4,500 international civil servants from 32 countries have visited India for mid-career capacity-building program on public policy and governance during 2014-24, the Lok Sabha was informed on Wednesday. Capacity building program for international civil servants focuses on best practices and innovation in governance enabling dissemination and replication of India's good governance models in foreign countries, Union Minister of State for Personnel Jitendra Singh said in a written reply. He said the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG), Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions conduct capacity-building training for international civil servants through the National Centre for Good Governance (NCGG), an autonomous society under it. DARPG/NCGG have signed Memorandum of Understandings (MoUs) with the United Kingdom, France, Portugal, Singapore, Bangladesh, Australia, Cambodia, Gambia, Maldives, and Malaysia in the field of public ...

Draft guidelines to upgrade 1,000 ITIs in the works; talks concluded

Talks with stakeholders for proposed scheme completed

NMDC Limited institutes trained over 3,000 youth in Chhattisgarh

The country's largest iron ore producer has helped more than 2,100 students secure jobs

Committed to give future-ready, globally relevant skill training: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has assured that the government is committed to providing future-ready, globally relevant skills training, with India's policies centred on empowering youth, a release said on Saturday. In a written message to the Skill Convocation Ceremony 'Kaushal Deekshant Samaroh', he expressed optimism that India's young professionals will make a lasting impact on the global workforce and play a critical role in its journey to becoming the world's third-largest economy. India is increasingly recognized globally as a powerhouse of skilled talent due to the expertise and scale of its young workforce, Modi said. "The Prime Minister assured that with India's policies centred on empowering youth, the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship is committed to providing future-ready, globally relevant skill training," an official statement said. He further emphasized the vital role of skilled youth as India's greatest strength and the essential contributor to the

upGrad commits Rs 200 cr training programme for PM's internship scheme

The firm has created a specialised course with nine comprehensive modules and virtual classrooms

Will continue cooperation for capacity building of Maldives forces: PM

Following the talks, India today granted Maldives a USD100 million Treasury bills roll over, in addition to both sides inking a USD 400 million and Rs 3,000 crore currency swap agreement

Uttarakhand govt's scheme helps 15 youth land high-paying jobs in Germany

Selected men and women will get a two-year work visa to pursue a career in Germany

Sought and wooed: Technology skills employers want around the world

India is among countries making the greatest demand for data analytics from their workforces

Swiggy launches Project Next to offer career growth for delivery partners

By transitioning qualified delivery partners into the role of sales executives, Project Next aims to enhance restaurant expansion across over 150 growing markets

Odisha on path to become leader in skill development, says CM Majhi

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Majhi on Monday said the state is on track to become a leader in skill development. He made the announcement while congratulating two local youths for their outstanding achievements at the 47th World Skills Competition held in Lyon, France, from September 10 to 15. The two youths are Amaresh Kumar Sahu and Gedela Akhil. Sahu earned a bronze medal in renewable energy, while Akhil received a medallion for excellence in water technology, bringing pride to Odisha on the global stage. Praising the achievements, Majhi in a statement said, "The accomplishments of our skilled youth at the World Skills Competition are a source of immense pride for Odisha. Their success exemplifies the state's commitment to nurturing young talent and developing skills that meet global standards." He also noted that these victories would inspire many others to aim for excellence on a global platform. The Chief Minister also acknowledged the contributions of the institutions that .

Rs 300 cr skill training initiative for youth launched by Karnataka govt

Karnataka government on Monday launched 'Nipuna Karnataka' initiative, which aims at harnessing the potential of the state's youth by equipping them with industry-relevant skills. Commenting on the launch, Minister for Electronics, IT/BT, Priyank Kharge said, "Nipuna Karnataka is not just an initiative but a commitment to empowering our youth with the skills needed to excel in the IT industry." According to him, by aligning the training programmes with industry demands and fostering strong public-private partnerships, Karnataka aims to position itself as a global leader in the IT sector, while ensuring that the youth are equipped to succeed both locally and globally. The initiative, with an estimated budget of Rs 300 crore, will be implemented in close collaboration with Karnataka State Electronics Development Corporation Limited (KEONICS) and Karnataka Digital Economy Mission (KDEM), ensuring extensive industry outreach and maximising the skilling of Karnataka's youth, Kharge ...

MSDE, Swiggy tie up to provide skilling, employment opportunities

The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship and Swiggy on Saturday launched an initiative to provide skilling and employment opportunities within Swiggy's food delivery and the quick commerce network. The partnership will benefit 2.4 lakh delivery partners and staff of restaurant partners associated with Swiggy. The initiative will provide employment, internship and training opportunities for people in restaurant operations, and various aspects of retail management. Under the Swiggy Skills initiative, its delivery partner platform will be integrated with Skill India Digital Hub (SIDH), providing access to online skill development courses, certifications, and training modules to Swiggy's workforce. Jayant Chaudhary, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), said, "Today's partnership showcases how public private partnerships can accelerate and create new avenues for the workforce in the (logistics) sector. There are hu

Apprenticeship scheme needs structure and monitoring to succeed: Experts

Hema Bajaj, Ruhie Pande, Amit Das, and Suryanarayan G Iyer speak with Business Standard's Nivedita Mookerji on Budget 2024's apprenticeship programme at BSmart HR Conclave

Capgemini, SAP tie up to provide skill training to 8,000 persons over 3 yrs

French information technology (IT) services and consulting company Capgemini on Wednesday said it has collaborated with SAP Labs to launch the Capgemini-SAP Digital Academy programme to provide employment-linked skill training to 8,000 marginalised youth in India over the next three years. "We are delighted to collaborate with SAP and make a contribution towards the advancement of India's digital economy through the upskilling of its youth. Through the Capgemini-SAP Digital Academy programme, we are not only providing skills but also creating pathways for sustainable careers and livelihood while at the same time nurturing the skilled talent India needs to grow," Capgemini India CEO Ashwin Yardi said in a statement. Over the next three years, Capgemini and SAP will jointly invest and pool resources, expertise, and networks to support this initiative aimed at bridging the digital skills gap for more than 8,000 individuals, who are part of India's marginalised youth. "By joining forces

Upgrading ITIs: Need to make vocational training truly aspirational

A ranking system may encourage private-sector ITIs to improve. But to be meaningful, the starting point needs to be convincing more young people to enrol and getting better job placement guarantees

Only 16% corporations believe graduates are industry-ready: Report

Even as 70 per cent of academic institutions believe their graduates are well-equipped for the corporate world, only 16 per cent of companies believe in the same, which showcases an existing gap between university curricula and industry expectations, a report said on Wednesday. "There is a significant gap in perception regarding the industry readiness of graduates. While 70 per cent of academic institutions believe their graduates are well-equipped for the corporate world from day one, only 16 per cent of companies share this view. This disparity highlights a persistent challenge in aligning academic curricula with industry expectations," AI-powered recruitment automation firm HirePro's report 'Momentum 2024: The New Reality in College Hiring'. The 'Momentum 2024: The New Reality in College Hiring' report is based on inputs from over 20,000 candidates, over 350 colleges, and over 200 corporates, along with interviews with over 100 campus talent recruiters. The report also revealed a

Plugging the gap: Will upgrading 1,000 ITIs solve the skilling challenge?

As India upgrades 1,000 ITIs under a new government initiative, questions remain about whether these efforts will be enough to address the skill gap and improve employability among the youth

'Internship scheme a complicated solution to a complicated issue': Fin secy

At 'Budget with BS: The Fine Print,' Finance Secretary TV Somanathan said companies costs for interns will be funded through their CSR budgets

IESA to facilitate sending workforce to Singapore for semicon training

This is part of the recently announced Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Singapore Semiconductor Industries Association (SSIA)