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Updated on: Aug 2025
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PwC Trains Junior Accountants for Managerial Roles
Employment

PwC Trains Junior Accountants for Managerial Roles

PwC is redesigning its training programs to prepare junior accountants to function like managers—right from the start. The move comes as artificial intelligence (AI) increasingly automates routine tasks such as data entry, audit execution, and compliance checks, traditionally assigned to entry-level staff. According to Jenn Kosar, PwC’s AI Assurance Leader, the firm is responding to […]

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Skill India Mission Trains Over 5 Lakh in Future Technologies
Jobs

Skill India Mission Trains Over 5 Lakh in Future Technologies

Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) is intensifying efforts under the Skill India Mission (SIM) to equip India’s youth with industry-relevant skills in emerging technologies. Through a network of training centres and schemes such as Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY), Jan Shikshan Sansthan (JSS), National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS), and Craftsman Training Scheme […]

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MSDE Expands Future Skills Programs to Prepare Youth
Jobs

MSDE Expands Future Skills Programs to Prepare Youth

Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) has expanded its efforts under the Skill India Mission (SIM) to impart future skills such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), Robotics, and other emerging technologies. Through a network of Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs), National Skill Training Institutes (NSTIs), and digital platforms, the ministry is delivering skill, […]

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Government Launches AI for India 2.0 to Democratize AI Education
Technology

Government Launches AI for India 2.0 to Democratize AI Education

On July 15, 2023, coinciding with World Youth Skills Day, the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) launched the AI for India 2.0 Programme, a free online training initiative aimed at equipping India’s youth with foundational skills in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML). The programme is a joint effort between Skill India […]

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India Proposes 36% Stipend Hike for Apprenticeship Training
Press Release

India Proposes 36% Stipend Hike for Apprenticeship Training

Central Apprenticeship Council (CAC), under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), has proposed a 36% increase in apprenticeship stipends. The recommendation was made during the Council’s 38th meeting held on May 26, 2025. It forms part of a broader strategy to enhance the appeal, financial feasibility, and industry alignment of vocational training. The […]

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KPMG, DUT, and UNESCO Mentor 200+ Youth for Career Success
Partnership

KPMG, DUT, and UNESCO Mentor 200+ Youth for Career Success

In a collaborative effort to bridge the gap between education and employment, KPMG South Africa, Durban University of Technology (DUT), and UNESCO have successfully equipped more than 200 students with essential workplace skills. The initiative, delivered through UNESCO’s Global Skills Academy (GSA), forms part of KPMG’s global commitment to economically empower 10 million disadvantaged youth […]

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Apply Now: DRDO-DIBT Biotech and Microbiology Internship
Internship

Apply Now: DRDO-DIBT Biotech and Microbiology Internship

Defence Institute of Biodefence Technologies (DIBT), a specialized research center under the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), Ministry of Defence, has announced a six-month paid internship program for postgraduate students in Biotechnology and Microbiology. The initiative is part of the Government of India’s broader effort to provide hands-on research exposure to students in cutting-edge […]

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AI for All: 5.5 Lakh Village Entrepreneurs to Receive Free Training
Technology

AI for All: 5.5 Lakh Village Entrepreneurs to Receive Free Training

Government of India has announced free Artificial Intelligence (AI) training for 5.5 lakh Village-Level Entrepreneurs (VLEs) operating Common Service Centres (CSCs) across the country. The initiative, unveiled by Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw during the 16th foundation day of CSC SPV, is part of the ambitious IndiaAI Mission, which aims to skill 10 lakh citizens in […]

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Pidilite Partners with 600+ ITIs to Skill Over One Lakh Youth
Industry

Pidilite Partners with 600+ ITIs to Skill Over One Lakh Youth

Pidilite Industries, the maker of Fevicol and Dr. Fixit, has partnered with over 600 Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) across Gujarat, Maharashtra, Himachal Pradesh, and Rajasthan. Pidilite aims to equip young Indians with hands-on vocational skills and future-ready knowledge. It aligns with the country’s broader vision of inclusive growth and sustainable infrastructure. Pidilite has already trained […]

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EY Launches AI Academy to Tackle GenAI Talent Shortage
Technology

EY Launches AI Academy to Tackle GenAI Talent Shortage

Global consulting firm EY India has launched its AI Academy, a comprehensive learning platform designed to upskill talent in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Generative AI (GenAI) across industries. The initiative aims to address the critical talent shortage in AI capabilities, with 97% of enterprises citing lack of skilled professionals as a major barrier to adoption. […]

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VinFast Inducts 200 Employees, Eyes 3,500 Jobs in Tamil Nadu
Industry

VinFast Inducts 200 Employees, Eyes 3,500 Jobs in Tamil Nadu

VinFast Auto India, the subsidiary of Vietnam-based electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer VinFast, has officially inducted its first cohort of 200 employees for its upcoming EV plant in Thoothukudi (Tuticorin), Tamil Nadu. This marks a significant milestone in the company’s Asia expansion strategy and its commitment to building a robust, inclusive, and future-ready manufacturing ecosystem. The […]

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Earn Monthly Under BRAOU’s New Apprenticeship Scheme
Training

Earn Monthly Under BRAOU’s New Apprenticeship Scheme

Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Open University (BRAOU) has launched a Stipend-Based Apprenticeship Programme (SAP) in collaboration with the Retail Sector Skill Council of India (RASCI). The programme, unveiled on July 7 at the university’s Hyderabad campus, promises monthly stipends ranging from ₹7,000 to ₹24,000 for eligible students, marking a significant step toward skill-based education and youth […]

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