Education and Skill Training

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the ‘PM Vishwakarma Scheme’ on Sunday on the occasion of Vishwakarma Jayanti, in New Delhi. The scheme is meant to benefit traditional artisans and craftspeople. The PM Vishwakarma scheme which has been conceptualised to benefit Indian artisans engaged in eighteen identified traditional trades, would be fully funded by the Union...

To ensure better access to quality skill development, relevant opportunities and entrepreneurial support, the Government of India on Wednesday launched Skill India Digital. This is a comprehensive digital platform aimed at synergising and transforming the skills, education, employment, and entrepreneurship landscape of India. The platform aims to provide better opportunities and a brighter future to...

On the occasion of Teachers’ Day 2023, the Centre has launched an online training programme which is aimed at capacity building of faculty members in higher educational institutions. Organised by the University Grants Commission (UGC) in association with the Ministry of Education, the programme is called ‘Malaviya Mission - Teachers Training Programme’. The online programme...

E-commerce giant Amazon is making a significant investment in nature-based projects in India, marking a noteworthy commitment to sustainability and conservation efforts in the country. This initiative is part of Amazon's broader commitment to allocate $15 million for nature-based projects in the Asia Pacific (APAC) region, highlighting their dedication to making a positive impact...

Ahead of Teachers’ Day, The Government of India has entered into a three-year partnership with Meta to boost education, skill development and Entrepreneurship. A 3-year partnership between the Ministry of Education, Ministry Skill Development & Entrepreneurship and Meta was launched in New Delhi on Monday. The project has been titled “Education to Entrepreneurship: Empowering a...

Education is a dynamic field, constantly evolving to meet the demands of an ever-changing world. In the digital age, where information is readily accessible and the ways we communicate and learn are transforming rapidly, educators in India are facing unique challenges. However, they are rising to the occasion with innovative teaching practices that promise...

India’s leading branchless banking and digital network, PayNearby, today announced that it has collaborated with Grameen Foundation for Social Impact (GFSI), a leading non-profit organisation dedicated to uplifting underserved communities, to upskill 150,000 business correspondents (BCs) across Indian hinterland and upgrade them to provide digital and financial services beyond cash-in/cash-out to the underserved and...

With an aim to support talented school students from underprivileged background, the Government of Jharkhand is planning to host an exhibition-cum-sale of their artworks. In the exhibition, children will not only be able to showcase their artistic skills, but they will also be able to digitally market their creation and earn money from the...

In a groundbreaking revelation, the India Welfare Trust's recent report has illuminated a significant untapped potential for employee involvement in volunteering initiatives across India. This revelation showcases a remarkable opportunity for India Inc to make a socio-economic impact, far beyond the realms of conventional Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) funding. The report unveils insights into...

More than five and a half thousand teachers have been appointed in the primary schools of Madhya Pradesh today at the Rozgar Mela. Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually addressed the Madhya Pradesh Rozgar Mela from Red Fort, Delhi on Monday. Addressing the gathering, the Prime Minister congratulated the newly recruited 5800 primary school teachers and...

With an aim to attract international students to India and keeping in line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of re-establishing India as a global hub of education, the Government of India has recently launched the Study in India Portal in New Delhi. The goal is to once again make India, once the land of...

International Youth Day is observed on the 12th August every year by the United Nations with the aim of bringing issues faced by the youth in front of the international community and celebrating the potential of youth as partners in today’s global society. For 2023, the theme of International Youth Day is ‘Green Skills for...