Greater coordination between the Centre and Rajasthan is set to accelerate skill development, apprenticeship expansion, and international job pathways for youth. The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) has conducted a high-level review with the Government of Rajasthan to assess progress on key skilling initiatives and outline a roadmap…
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Amroha Kaushal Mahotsav: 2,400 Youth Get Job Offers
The Amroha Kaushal Mahotsav emerged as a major milestone in strengthening grassroots employment, with over 2,400 youth receiving job offers across diverse sectors. Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship and Minister of State for Education, Shri Jayant Chaudhary, personally handed over appointment letters to selected candidates,…
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Dharmendra Pradhan Leads AI in Education Roundtable
Union Education Minister Shri Dharmendra Pradhan on Tuesday chaired a high-level roundtable with founders of 10 emerging Indian startups leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) in education, signalling the Centre’s push to integrate advanced technologies into the country’s learning ecosystem. The interaction, held at IIT Delhi, brought together policymakers, academic leaders and…
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Vidyanjali Connects 8.5 Lakh Schools, 5 Lakh Volunteers
New Delhi: The Vidyanjali programme has onboarded nearly 8.5 lakh government and government-aided schools and more than 5 lakh volunteers across India, benefiting over 2 crore students. Union Minister of State for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (Independent Charge) and Minister of State for Education, Shri Jayant Chaudhary, shared the update…
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PMMSY Boosts Fisheries and Aquaculture Growth in Maharashtra
The fisheries and aquaculture sector in Maharashtra is witnessing a major transformation under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY), with the Union Government approving projects worth ₹981.72 crore over the last three years and the current financial year. The investments aim to strengthen marine and inland fisheries, enhance infrastructure,…
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NMDC Skill Initiative Secures 100% Jobs for Bastar Youth
In a landmark achievement that underscores the power of targeted skilling in transforming lives, NMDC Limited has recorded 100 percent job placement for the first batch of youth trained under its skill development programme in Chhattisgarh’s Bastar region. The initiative, carried out as part of NMDC’s corporate social responsibility efforts,…
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NSQC Clears 80 Skill Qualifications for Industry Readiness
The National Skills Qualifications Committee (NSQC) held its 45th meeting on February 6, 2026, under the chairpersonship of Smt. Debashree Mukherjee, Secretary, Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) and Chairperson of the National Council for Vocational Education and Training (NCVET). The meeting marked a significant step towards strengthening India’s…
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PLASTINDIA 2026 Opens at Bharat Mandapam with ‘Bharat Next’ Vision
PLASTINDIA 2026, one of the world’s largest and most influential exhibitions for the plastics industry, commenced on Wednesday at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, marking a significant milestone in India’s manufacturing and industrial journey. The 12th edition of the prestigious triennial event is being held from February 5 to 10,…
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Nearly 79 Lakh Jobseekers Register on NCS Portal in FY26
The National Career Service (NCS) portal has emerged as a major pillar of India’s employment facilitation framework, with nearly 79 lakh jobseekers registering during the financial year 2025–26. Alongside this, more than 12.36 lakh employers joined the platform, resulting in the mobilisation of over 3.43 crore job vacancies across sectors….
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India Joins BRICS Centre to Boost Manufacturing, MSMEs
India has formally joined the BRICS Centre for Industrial Competencies (BCIC), marking a significant step towards strengthening its manufacturing ecosystem and empowering Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) through advanced industrial skills and global cooperation. The development was announced at an event organised by the Department for Promotion of Industry…