Weekly Newsbytes from NSN on skill development and education – 17th October 2023

In this week’s Newsbytes from NSN, we bring you the latest highlights from the world of skill development. In this edition, we shine a spotlight on a workshop focusing on NEP 2020 for colleges and higher education institutions, Prime Minister Narendra Modi Addresses Students at the Second ‘Kaushal Deekshant Samaroh’ and NSDC partnership with Coca-Cola India for skill programs. Beyond these key features, we also provide updates from government, industry, academia, and other stakeholders in the skilling ecosystem.

Stay tuned for a comprehensive overview that not only keeps you informed about industry trends but also opens doors to potential lead generation and business opportunities.

Here we go with the highlights of this week,

Skill development news from the government

• In alignment with the educational needs of 21st-century learners, Skill India organised a grand ‘Kaushal Convocation’ to recognise candidates who have successfully finished their training through Skill India’s diverse programs and initiatives.
• Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi delivered a live address to students during the second annual ‘Kaushal Deekshant Samaroh’ – a Skill Convocation Ceremony organized by the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship. Read more…
• The government of India announced appearing for classes 10 and 12 board exams twice a year is optional to reduce student’s stress.

Skill development news from the industry

• NSDC has partnered with Coca-Cola India to launch the Super Power Retailer Program in Odisha and Uttar Pradesh, empowering retailers through the Skill India Mission. Read more…
• RHI Magnesita India has partnered with Don Bosco Tech Society to introduce a “Youth Empowerment Program” for skill development in 6 Indian states.
• HCCB has partnered with the Tamil Nadu government to train 5,000 individuals in Sales & Marketing in span of one year under the Naan Mudhalvan scheme via TNSDC.
• HCL Foundation and Stanley Black and Decker have collaborated to skill Indian youth for employment in the manufacturing industry.
• NSDC and upGrad have partnered to enhance skill development in India, offering online courses in diverse fields and joint certifications through Skill India Digital.
• GoodWe and Skill Council for Green Jobs (SCGJ) held a two-day solar training in New Delhi to enhance knowledge on solar systems and maintenance, including a friendly skills competition.
• Society for Human Resource Management India and Hydrocarbon Sector Skill Council (HSSC) have signed an MOU to boost skill development and capacity building in India’s workforce.
• NSDC has partnered with NCC Exchange Participants Exchange of India (EXPA) to train over 40,000 cadets with employability skills.
• Chaabi introduces WhatsApp Learning Platform for blue-collar workforce training, featuring AI-driven Vernacular Content in 10+ Indian languages for improved accessibility and completion rates.
• Cairn Oil & Gas partners with Jodhpur’s Agriculture University for over 15 annual training programs offering short and long-term courses to boost skill development, employment opportunities, and economic growth in the region.

Skill development news from the ITI

• A technology center focused on Industry 4.0, in collaboration with Tata Technologies, was inaugurated at the Kolli Hills Industrial Training Institute (ITI) located in Namakkal district.
• The Government of Assam inaugurated a skill training centre in collaboration with Larsen and Turbo at ITI Ballamguri to enhance the skills of the youth.

Skill development news from the academia

• The Career Counselling and Placement Cell at Govt Degree College Kathua, in partnership with the Bombay Stock Exchange Ltd, has introduced a 50-hour Skill-Based Training Program focused on Mutual Funds.
• IGNOU and Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) have renewed and revamped their MoU for academic collaboration between the two institutions.
• The UGC has proposed draft guidelines that advocate for mandatory internships as a means to enhance the employability of undergraduate students.
• CBSE has directed affiliated schools to launch skill hubs on their premises as part of the PMKVY 4.0 implementation.
• GUVI, backed by IIT Madras and IIM Ahmedabad, to train 100,000 Tamil Nadu engineering students via hackathons for coding skills and practical experience.

Upcoming events

Team NSN is organizing an online interactive workshop on ‘NEP 2020 for Colleges and Higher Education Institutions’ on October 20th, 2023. Click on the link to register: https://nationalskillsnetwork.in/nep-2020-for-colleges-and-higher-education-institutions/

Skill development news from the States/UTs

• Andhra Pradesh: the government of Andhra Pradesh is set to launch a Rs 100-crore program in Visakhapatnam aimed at modernizing skill development and training institutes throughout the state.
• Arunachal Pradesh: Usha International Ltd is training 10 women in Upper Subansiri district via ‘Usha Silai School’ with NGO Seva Kendra Arunachal East and District Industries Centre support.
• Jammu and Kashmir: Indian Hotels Company has partnered with REACHA for a specialised skill centre in Kashmir to provide hospitality training and create employment prospects for the youth.
• Karnataka: The Karnataka government is set to partner with Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) to enhance skill development in the fields of AI, design, and gaming.
• Rajasthan: The Kaushal Rath initiative of the Skill India Mission has garnered nearly 300 participants from Mandaliya village in Rajasthan’s Kota district.
• Uttar Pradesh: The Government of Uttar Pradesh’s Science and Tech Department to initiate 100+ research studies in AI and blockchain for healthcare and renewable energy, with institutions including IIT-Kanpur, MNNIT, and KGMU.

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