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NSDC, ILO ink pact to advance skill development and learning outcomes

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YourStory · 1y ago

NSDC, ILO ink pact to advance skill development and learning outcomes

The National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) has partnered with the International Labour Organisation (ILO) to promote skill development and lifelong learning worldwide. Through this collaboration, individuals will be equipped with essential competencies and qualifications to enhance employability and sustainable economic growth. The partnership will focus on developing effective policies, governance, and financing structures, as well as implement the Skill India Digital Hub to streamline skill development initiatives and increase their efficiency. The collaboration also aims to facilitate public-private partnerships, knowledge exchange, and the development of digital tools to assess and compare skills and qualifications of Indian workers globally.

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NSDC, Rapido ink deal to facilitate skill development for gig workers

The National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) has partnered with bike taxi aggregator Rapido to enhance skill development for gig workers. The collaboration aims to improve employability by integrating trained individuals into the gig economy, offering part-time and full-time job opportunities. NSDC will develop training curricula focusing on technical, behavioral, and safety skills, providing certification to boost job readiness. This initiative aims to foster inclusive growth and enhance India’s mobility sector and broader economy.

IBM, C-DAC ink pact for high-performance computing in India

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

IBM, C-DAC ink pact for high-performance computing in India

IBM and the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) have signed an MoU to establish a joint working group to advance high-performance computing (HPC) in India. The collaboration aims to foster growth in India's developer community, focusing on processor and system design, firmware, and application development for open source projects. The HPC working group will support skilling, competency building, and the development of indigenous processors based on IBM's Power architecture. The partnership seeks to position India as a leading hub for semiconductors, leveraging HPC technologies to drive digital transformation and economic growth.

NSDC International and edtech PhysicWallah launch ‘BIG initiative’ for education

Economic Times

Economic Times · 8m ago

NSDC International and edtech PhysicWallah launch ‘BIG initiative’ for education

The National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) International has launched the Bharat Innovation Global Private Limited (BIG) initiative in collaboration with edtech startup PhysicsWallah. The aim of the program is to develop India into a global education hub by bridging the gap between education and employability through flexible, technology-driven learning pathways. The initiative will provide skill training to students in grades 11 and 12, as well as ITI and Polytechnic learners, university students, working professionals, and government sector employees. The partnership with NSDCI aims to make the educational landscape more inclusive by integrating AI-driven career guidance, gamification, adaptive learning tools, and secure Learning Management System platforms.

NSDC, Autodesk partners with Novatr to foster skill development, employment in AEC industry

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IndianStartupNews · 1y ago

NSDC, Autodesk partners with Novatr to foster skill development, employment in AEC industry

Ed-tech startup, Novatr, has announced partnerships with the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) and Autodesk. The collaboration aims to address the skills gap in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry by offering outcome-driven and industry-relevant courses. Novatr's programs, including the Building Information Modeling (BIM) Professional Course for Architects, have been approved by NSDC. The partnership intends to certify over 40,000 graduates and offer mentors and guides the opportunity to become Autodesk Certified Instructors (ACI) at no cost. Novatr aims to empower learners with essential skills and enhance their employability in the rapidly evolving AEC sector.

Karnataka-DRDO ink pact to support defence startups

Economic Times

Economic Times · 9m ago

Karnataka-DRDO ink pact to support defence startups

The Karnataka government has signed an MoU with the DRDO (Defence Research and Development Organisation) to support defence startups in the region. Through this agreement, defence startups will have access to DRDO's testing facilities, receive mentorship, and be given opportunities to visit DRDO facilities. The Director General for Electronics & Communication System at DRDO stated that India's defence industry has the potential to become a $138 billion opportunity in the coming years, with targets to achieve $5 billion in defence exports within the next five years.

Qualcomm, C-DOT ink pact to support India-based developers, startups

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Livemint · 1y ago

Qualcomm, C-DOT ink pact to support India-based developers, startups

Qualcomm Technologies has partnered with the Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT) to support Indian developers and startups in creating innovative products and use cases. The collaboration will provide C-DOT with expertise, state-of-the-art technology, intellectual property training, and tools to accelerate the development and commercialization of indigenous telecom products. The partnership aims to make Qualcomm wireless solutions and technologies more accessible to Indian startups, OEMs, and academic institutions. This announcement comes after the Indian government approved proposals for setting up the country's first semiconductor fabrication unit.

NSDC International and edtech PhysicWallah launch ‘BIG initiative’ for education

Economic Times

Economic Times · 8m ago

NSDC International and edtech PhysicWallah launch ‘BIG initiative’ for education

The NSDC International has launched the Bharat Innovation Global (BIG) initiative in partnership with edtech startup PhysicsWallah. The program aims to develop India into a global education hub by bridging the gap between education and employability through flexible, technology-driven learning pathways. It will provide skill training to students in grades 11 and 12, as well as to ITI, Polytechnic, university students, and working professionals. The initiative also includes capacity building for government sector employees. This collaboration aligns with recent UGC guidelines and the National Education Policy 2020 on flexibility in education.

In 2024, Edtech Sought an AI Makeover While Trying to Overcome Byju’s Blow

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OutlookIndia · 8m ago

In 2024, Edtech Sought an AI Makeover While Trying to Overcome Byju’s Blow

In 2024, the edtech sector, heavily impacted by Byju's financial collapse and legal troubles, turned towards AI for transformation. Despite Byju's negative shadow, individual edtech companies are viewed positively, with increased 2024 funding at $215 million compared to 2023. AI is anticipated to revolutionize education, enhancing personalized learning and real-world readiness. The industry also sees a shift towards offline learning for effective outcomes, while upskilling initiatives address significant skill gaps, drawing renewed investor confidence.

TeamLease EdTech, Labour and Employment Ministry ink MoU to enhance employability

Economic Times

Economic Times · 9m ago

TeamLease EdTech, Labour and Employment Ministry ink MoU to enhance employability

TeamLease EdTech has partnered with the Ministry of Labour and Employment to enhance employability through work-linked degree programs. The agreement will bring over 200 work-linked degree programs with embedded internships to the National Career Service (NCS) portal, offering more than 500,000 hands-on learning opportunities. Using their digital platform, Digivarsity, TeamLease EdTech aims to provide live internship opportunities to students across India, bridging skill gaps and preparing a job-ready workforce aligned with the country's changing job market. This collaboration aims to make a significant impact on employability in India.

SEPC, WinZO ink pact to promote export of Indian gaming tech, IP

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SEPC, WinZO ink pact to promote export of Indian gaming tech, IP

The Services Export Promotion Council has signed a three-year agreement with online gaming platform WinZO to boost the export of Indian gaming technology and intellectual property. The initiative aims to enhance India's role in the $300 billion global gaming market by tackling challenges like startup incubation and talent development. This partnership will promote Indian game developers at international events and leverage resources to showcase their creativity, supporting the rapidly growing Indian gaming industry.

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