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Updated on: Nov 2023
IBM trains 10000 consultants on AWS genAI services
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IBM trains 10000 consultants on AWS genAI services

IBM announced an expansion of its relationship with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to help more mutual clients operationalize and derive value from generative artificial intelligence (AI). As part of this, IBM Consulting aims to deepen and expand its generative AI expertise on AWS by training 10,000 consultants by the end of 2024; the two organizations […]

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AWS with ISRO to provide free training on cloud computing, AI, ML
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AWS with ISRO to provide free training on cloud computing, AI, ML

Amazon Web Services (AWS) India Private Limited has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding with the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) and Indian National Space Promotion and Authorization Centre (IN-SPACe) to support space-tech innovations through cloud computing. This collaboration will give space startups, research institutes and students access to cutting-edge cloud technologies that accelerate the […]

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Govt. launches Skill India Digital to bring skilling initiatives together
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Govt. launches Skill India Digital to bring skilling initiatives together

To ensure that every Indian has access to quality skill development, relevant opportunities, and entrepreneurial support, Shri Dharmendra Pradhan, Union Minister for Education and Skill Development and Entrepreneurship launched Skill India Digital (SID), a comprehensive digital platform aimed at synergizing and transforming the skills, education, employment, and entrepreneurship landscape of India. The platform embodies the […]

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MSDE SANKALP Programme to train 1500 aspirants in ‘cloud’ skills
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MSDE SANKALP Programme to train 1500 aspirants in ‘cloud’ skills

The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), in collaboration with Generation India Foundation (GIF) and Amazon Web Services India Private Limited (AWS India), is providing ‘cloud’ skills training to 1,500 learners and connecting them to employment opportunities, under project AMBER. The initiative has been undertaken under the SANKALP programme of MSDE with a focus […]

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Microsoft appoints Puneet Chandok to lead India operations
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Microsoft appoints Puneet Chandok to lead India operations

Microsoft today announced Puneet Chandok’s appointment as Corporate Vice President of Microsoft India and South Asia. Effective September 1, 2023, he will assume the operational responsibilities from Anant Maheshwari. Supported by a strong leadership team, Puneet will oversee the integration of Microsoft’s businesses across South Asia, including Bangladesh, Bhutan, Maldives, Nepal, and Sri Lanka, further […]

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AWS India’s Sachi Krishana joins Vymo as CHRO
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AWS India’s Sachi Krishana joins Vymo as CHRO

Vymo has appointed former Director- HR of AWS India, Sachi Krishana as Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO). In this role, she will lead the HR functions for the organization. She is a global HR Leader with 20 years of extensive experience across the US, Europe, and Indian markets. She brings a wealth of experience in […]

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Amazon Web Services will support nearly 1,31,700 jobs annually
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Amazon Web Services will support nearly 1,31,700 jobs annually

Amazon Web Services (AWS) announced it plans to invest INR 1,05,600 crores (US $12.7 billion) into cloud infrastructure in India by 2030 to meet growing customer demand for cloud services in India. This investment is estimated to contribute INR 1,94,700 crores (US $23.3 billion) to India’s total gross domestic product (GDP) by 2030. This planned […]

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Amazon Web Services re/Start FREE training program for cloud careers
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Amazon Web Services re/Start FREE training program for cloud careers

Amazon Web Services (AWS), an Amazon.com company, has introduced a re/Start workforce development training program. What is Amazon Web Services re/Start Training program? This program prepares individuals for careers in the cloud and connects them to potential employers. A technology background is not required to apply. The program is free to the learner and focused […]

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AWS launches infra region in Hyd, to support 48,000 full-time jobs
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AWS launches infra region in Hyd, to support 48,000 full-time jobs

Amazon Web Services (AWS), part of Amazon.com Inc. company announced the launch of its second AWS infrastructure Region in India—the AWS Asia Pacific (Hyderabad) Region. The developers, startups, entrepreneurs, and enterprises, as well as government, education, and nonprofit organizations will have greater choices for running their applications and serving end users from data centers located […]

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Amazon begins on-site COVID-19 vaccinations for front-line employees
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Amazon begins on-site COVID-19 vaccinations for front-line employees

Amazon is rolling out on-site COVID-19 vaccination events for front-line employees, starting in Missouri, Nevada, and Kansas In a blog, Amazon said, “Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, the health and safety of our employees, partners, and customers have been our top priority. We built a COVID-19 testing program from scratch when the pandemic began, to ensure […]

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TCS Launches Business Unit with Amazon Web Services
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TCS Launches Business Unit with Amazon Web Services

TCS Launches Business Unit with Amazon Web Services Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has launched a new TCS AWS Business Unit (BU) to further deepen its long-standing relationship with Amazon Web Services (AWS). This is a dedicated group within TCS that brings together the scale, technology expertise, and industry knowledge of the two companies to help enterprise […]

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