Schneider Electric, a energy management and automation major, has been named as a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Lighthouse for its to support to the Economic and Social Development of Women through Renewable Energies in the Sahel (DESFERS) program in partnership with Plan International. This initiative empowers women in Senegal, Mali, and Niger through green skills training, investments in technical …

NSDC International Limited (NSDCI), a wholly owned subsidiary of the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC), has entered into a strategic partnership with IDP India, the sole distributor of IELTS examination in India, through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)  to enhance the global employability of skilled Indian professionals by bridging critical gaps in skills and language proficiency. It will also benefit professionals …

The National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) stands out as an important player in the skill development ecosystem in India. Established to enhance the employability of the Indian workforce, NSDC has made significant strides in the just bygone year in various sectors. Here is an encapsulated review: Implementation of the Skill India Digital Hub (SIDH) In 2024, the Skill India Digital …

The Federation for World Academics (FWA) in partnership with Education Post News (EPN) successfully hosted the 7th Industry-Academia Annual Conclave 2024 in New Delhi this month.  This year’s theme, ‘Employment & Employability: Ascending the Curve,’ focused on addressing key challenges and finding innovative solutions to enhance employability in India. The event saw the participation of over 200 influential leaders from …

Ponty Chadha Foundation, the CSR arm of Wave Group launched a new vertical “PCF Ability Connect” on the occasion of the 64th birth anniversary of Wave Group’s founder respected Sardar Ponty Chadha on. Oct 22 This new initiative is aimed to create sustainable employment opportunities for persons with disabilities (PwDs) by bridging the gap between skill sets and job market requirements. …

The Prime Minister Modi on Oct 9, inaugurated the Indian Institute of Skills (IIS) in Mumbai as part of various development projects announced by him for Maharashtra via video conference. IIS aims to cultivate an industry-ready workforce for Industry 4.0, equipped with cutting-edge technology and hands-on training across a range of trades including factory automation, digital manufacturing, mechatronics, artificial intelligence, data …