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Updated on: Nov 2023
NSDC, HCLTech to bridge the skills gap in tech and engineering sectors
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NSDC, HCLTech to bridge the skills gap in tech and engineering sectors

The National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) has partnership with HCLTech to bridge the skills gap, particularly in the tech and engineering sectors. Under this collaboration, both the organizations will work together to promote the adoption of technology among learners from diverse backgrounds and explore new global markets and business opportunities. This partnership to work on […]

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ISRO offers free certificate courses in Remote Sensing, GIS; Apply
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ISRO offers free certificate courses in Remote Sensing, GIS; Apply

The space agency of India, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is offering free certificate courses in Remote Sensing and GIS. IIRS Outreach Programme focuses on strengthening the Academia and User Segments in Space Technology & its applications using Online Learning Platforms. IIRS distance learning program was initiated in 2007 with the participation of twelve […]

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Cognizant to Provide Job Training to One Million Individuals
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Cognizant to Provide Job Training to One Million Individuals

Cognizant has announced the official launch of its training initiative, Synapse, aimed at empowering more than one million individuals with cutting-edge technology skills—like generative artificial intelligence (AI)—for the digital age. Together with governments, academic institutions, businesses, and other strategic partners, Cognizant’s program will leverage evolving AI technology and the company’s premier tech services to prepare […]

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LTTS to train 1,000 engineers on generative AI with AWS
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LTTS to train 1,000 engineers on generative AI with AWS

L&T Technology Services (LTTS) announced that it is leveraging Amazon Web Services (AWS) to help global automotive manufacturers accelerate the transition towards Software Defined Vehicles (SDVs) using generative artificial intelligence (AI). To provide employees with digital skills to accelerate innovation, LTTS embarked on an ambitious training program with AWS. The company’s Global Engineering Academy helps in continuous […]

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Man posing as HR Head of MNC dupes HSBC Bank of Rs 2 Crore
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Man posing as HR Head of MNC dupes HSBC Bank of Rs 2 Crore

A complaint was filed by an authorised representative of HSBC Bank Saurabh Abrol that a fraud of more than Rs. 2 crore was committed by the accused. An FIR has been registered under sections 420 (cheating), 467 (forgery of valuable security), 468 (forgery for purpose of cheating), 471 (using forged document), and 120-B (criminal conspiracy) of the […]

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Stanford University is offering free online courses; Check Details
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Stanford University is offering free online courses; Check Details

A private research university in Stanford, California, Stanford University is offering multiple free online courses. Stanford Online is operated and managed by the Stanford Center for Professional Development (SCPD), the global and online education unit within Stanford Engineering. SCPD works closely with Engineering departments, programs, and centers to design and deliver engaging, high-quality online, in-person, and blended […]

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IT firms saw such a significant Dip in Headcounts in decades
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IT firms saw such a significant Dip in Headcounts in decades

India’s IT industry is facing challenges due to macroeconomic challenges like high inflation, interest rates, and banking crisis in the US and European regions. IT giants in India like TCS, Infosys, Wipro, and HCLTech have reported slow hiring and a dip in headcounts in Q2FY24. India’s largest IT major, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) workforce stood at 608,985 in the […]

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Ericsson ‘India 6G’ program in India, sets up team at Chennai
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Ericsson ‘India 6G’ program in India, sets up team at Chennai

Ericsson has announced the launch of its ‘India 6G’ program with the formation of an India 6G Research team in its Chennai R&D Center. The company has three R&D Centers in India: Chennai, Bengaluru and Gurgaon. This ‘India 6G’ team comprises of senior research leaders and a team of experienced researchers across Radio, Networks, AI […]

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MakeMyTrip transforms engagement with prospective talent
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MakeMyTrip transforms engagement with prospective talent

India’s leading online travel company, MakeMyTrip has unveiled a comprehensive approach to engage and harness campus talent nationwide. This innovative strategy is a testament to the company’s commitment to scouting excellence beyond traditional paradigms and reaching out to students from various parts of India, including the premier institutions and promising academic establishments in Tier 2 […]

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Edelweiss CEO Radhika Gupta: Indian women have been working more than 70 hours
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Edelweiss CEO Radhika Gupta: Indian women have been working more than 70 hours

Recently, an Indian multinational information technology company, Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy has suggested that Indian youngsters should work 70 hours a week. Narayana Murthy stated, “If we want to compete with the fastest growing countries like China and Japan, we need to boost up our work productivity.” “At the moment, India’s work productivity is very low. […]

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HP Life offers Free future job-ready Skills Training Programs; Apply
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HP Life offers Free future job-ready Skills Training Programs; Apply

HP LIFE is a free business-skills training program for students, entrepreneurs, and lifelong learners all over the world. It can be accessed online via the HP LIFE platform and mobile app, as well as offline through Learning Equality’s Kolibri platform. The program gives people all over the world the opportunity to learn in-demand skills and core business concepts—whether they want to […]

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Narayana Murthy ’70 hrs work week’ remark, top leadership divided
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Narayana Murthy ’70 hrs work week’ remark, top leadership divided

An Indian multinational information technology company, Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy has suggested that Indian youngsters should work 70 hours a week. Narayana Murthy stated, “If we want to compete with the fastest growing countries like China and Japan, we need to boost up our work productivity.” “At the moment, India’s work productivity is very low. The […]

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