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Updated on: Sep 2026
Scaler Launches FDE Programme to Train 10,000 Enterprise AI Engineers
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Scaler Launches FDE Programme to Train 10,000 Enterprise AI Engineers

Scaler has launched a Forward Deployed Engineer (FDE) Specialization and committed ₹25 crore to train 10,000 engineers for enterprise AI deployment roles. The programme is aimed at addressing the growing demand for professionals who can move AI systems from development and pilots into real business environments. The company said demand for Forward Deployed Engineers has […]

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PwC India, SAP India Launch 18-Month Skill Programme for Engineering Students
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PwC India, SAP India Launch 18-Month Skill Programme for Engineering Students

PwC India and SAP India have announced an 18-month skill development programme for engineering students in India. The programme will provide students with industry-relevant skills, SAP certifications and practical exposure to help them prepare for technology-focused careers. The initiative was launched through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT), Bhubaneswar. […]

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IBM launches Global AI Builders Challenge with $15,000 Prize Pool
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IBM launches Global AI Builders Challenge with $15,000 Prize Pool

IBM has announced the launch of the AI Builders Challenge, a global initiative aimed at helping university students develop practical artificial intelligence and software development skills for the future workplace. The announcement was made during IBM’s Future of AI in Higher Education Summit in New York City and comes alongside the company’s expansion of free […]

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Salesforce Starts Massive Reskilling for 3,000 Staff
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Salesforce Starts Massive Reskilling for 3,000 Staff

Salesforce has announced a major strategic pivot, asserting that artificial intelligence will act as a force multiplier for human productivity rather than a replacement. As part of this vision, the CRM giant has launched a massive internal initiative to reskill 3,000 employees, preparing them to work alongside AI agents and advanced automated systems. Augmentation Over […]

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Microsoft to Train Every Sector of Australia’s Workforce in AI
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Microsoft to Train Every Sector of Australia’s Workforce in AI

In a move to solidify Australia’s position as a global tier-one AI market, Microsoft has announced its largest-ever skilling commitment in the country. The tech giant has pledged to provide 3 million Australians with “workforce-ready” AI skills by the end of 2028. This initiative triples Microsoft’s previous 2024 target of one million, highlighting the explosive demand for […]

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Cognizant Debuts Skillspring to Train AI-Ready Talent
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Cognizant Debuts Skillspring to Train AI-Ready Talent

Cognizant has introduced Cognizant Skillspring, new AI-based learning platform built to help companies train their workforce for modern needs. This platform uses a mix of tools, including conversational features and different types of media, to make learning more practical and useful. The goal is to replace older training methods that often feel slow and disconnected […]

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Govt Expands ITI Training and Apprenticeships Under PM-SETU
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Govt Expands ITI Training and Apprenticeships Under PM-SETU

Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) has announced a massive expansion of technical training and apprenticeships programs. On April 1, 2026, the government confirmed a significant budget increase for the PM-SETU (Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Employability Transformation through Upgraded ITIs) scheme, with a total outlay of ₹60,000 crore aimed at modernizing 1,000 Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) and five […]

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Railways and Aviation Partner for New Training Hub
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Railways and Aviation Partner for New Training Hub

Union Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has proposed the establishment of a Centre of Excellence (CoE) for Manufacturing Technology. The announcement was made on March 30, 2026, during a high-profile event focused on revamping training standards for high-precision sectors, including aviation, railways, and marine engineering. Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya as the Hub The proposed Centre of Excellence will […]

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Budget 2026: Tax Breaks for Companies Training 250,000 Workers
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Budget 2026: Tax Breaks for Companies Training 250,000 Workers

In a strategic move to fortify India’s global standing in emerging technologies, the Union Budget has announced a comprehensive “National Talent Acceleration Program.” The initiative sets an ambitious target to train and certify 2.5 lakh professionals over the next fiscal year, focusing specifically on bridging the critical skills gap in high-growth sectors such as Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, […]

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