News for 'Skilled India'

Salesforce Pledges AI Skill Development For 1 Million In India

Salesforce Pledges AI Skill Development For 1 Million In India

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

Global tech major Salesforce has committed to equipping one million learners across India with AI-focused skills by 2030, leveraging government partnerships, virtual internships, academic centres, and its partner network.

India Inc to see 8.6-10.2% salary hikes in FY27, driven by skilled talent demand

India Inc to see 8.6-10.2% salary hikes in FY27, driven by skilled talent demand

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

Corporate India is projected to offer salary increments ranging from 8.6 per cent to 10.2 per cent across various industries in the financial year 2026-27, primarily fuelled by a sustained demand for skilled and execution-focused talent, according to a TeamLease Services report.

How Telangana's Skills University Is Shaping Tech Talent

How Telangana's Skills University Is Shaping Tech Talent

Rediff.com30 May 2026

Eleven students from the Data Center Management course at Young India Skills University (YISU) in Telangana have been hired by Microsoft, marking a significant achievement for the skill-based education initiative.

Mizoram Inaugurates Northeast's First New Age Tech Skills Centre

Mizoram Inaugurates Northeast's First New Age Tech Skills Centre

Rediff.com29 May 2026

Mizoram's school education minister inaugurated the northeast region's first 'New Age Tech Skills Centre' at the Government Comprehensive Model School in Aizawl. The centre, established under Bharat Forge Limited's CSR initiative, will offer training in AI, robotics, IoT, 3D printing, CAD, CNC simulation, and drone technology.

Amount of skills Manav has got, he is a treat to watch: Washington Sundar

Amount of skills Manav has got, he is a treat to watch: Washington Sundar

Rediff.com7 Jun 2026

Debutant left-arm spinner Manav Suthar is blessed with amazing skills-sets and will be a treat to watch in the coming days, reckoned all-rounder Washington Sundar.

Get A Rs 20K Scholarship To Learn In-Demand Skills

Get A Rs 20K Scholarship To Learn In-Demand Skills

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Eastman Powerup Eduskill Scholarship Programme 2026-27 provides financial aid linked to the completion of industry-relevant skill development certifications.

ODI series: MI's Ghazanfar eager to test his skills against India's star batters

ODI series: MI's Ghazanfar eager to test his skills against India's star batters

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

Having observed Rohit Sharma up close during his stint with Mumbai Indians, Afghanistan's rising spin star AM Ghazanfar is eager to put those learnings to the test when he takes on the Indian batting great in the upcoming ODI series.

Why AI Skills Are Crucial For Salary Hikes In India

Why AI Skills Are Crucial For Salary Hikes In India

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

Employees with artificial intelligence skills are likely to see better salary increments in the coming years, especially in technology, GCCs, and BFSI sectors, according to TeamLease Edtech.

India World's Largest Exporter Of AI-STEM Professionals

India World's Largest Exporter Of AI-STEM Professionals

Rediff.com6 days ago

India now ranks among the world's top three destinations for both AI and STEM talent, holding roughly a 6 per cent share of globally mobile AI talent and a 7 per cent share of STEM talent.

Indian Women's Hockey Team Sharpen Goalkeeping Skills

Indian Women's Hockey Team Sharpen Goalkeeping Skills

Rediff.com4 May 2026

The Indian women's hockey team's goalkeepers attended a special camp led by Ireland's David Williamson, focusing on technical skills and tactical awareness in preparation for upcoming international tournaments.

India-Africa Initiative Aims to Bridge AI Skills Gap

India-Africa Initiative Aims to Bridge AI Skills Gap

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

JNS Cloud Solutions, in partnership with upGrad Enterprise, has launched the Africa AI Skilling Initiative to accelerate digital transformation and address the skills gap in Africa.

How AI Skills Can Give Indian Employees An Edge

How AI Skills Can Give Indian Employees An Edge

Rediff.com26 Apr 2026

Employees with artificial intelligence skills are likely to see better salary increments in the coming years, especially in technology, GCCs, and BFSI sectors, according to TeamLease Edtech.

3rd ODI: Afghanistan coach Mooney calls for batting resilience against India

3rd ODI: Afghanistan coach Mooney calls for batting resilience against India

Rediff.com3 days ago

Afghanistan fielding coach John Mooney has urged his team's batters to focus on building longer innings and avoiding soft dismissals against India. He also called for bowlers to be more disciplined, while expressing hope for spin assistance from the Chennai pitch in the upcoming third ODI.

India Defender Rahul Bheke Signs With Mohun Bagan Super Giant

India Defender Rahul Bheke Signs With Mohun Bagan Super Giant

Rediff.com5 days ago

Experienced India international defender Rahul Bheke has signed a one-year contract with Mohun Bagan Super Giant. The versatile 34-year-old, who has previously played for Bengaluru FC, Mumbai City FC, and Kerala Blasters, expressed his excitement about joining the "best club in the country" and aims to win trophies, including the Kolkata derby.

India's Remittances Stay Strong Amidst West Asia Conflict

India's Remittances Stay Strong Amidst West Asia Conflict

Rediff.com5 days ago

India's remittance inflows have remained robust despite the West Asia conflict, driven by precautionary transfers and diversification of remittance sources, with bankers expecting continued stability for the year.

NRAI Elevates Officiating Standards With ISSF Judges Course

NRAI Elevates Officiating Standards With ISSF Judges Course

Rediff.com2 days ago

The National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) is conducting an ISSF 'B' judges course for rifle and pistol disciplines in Surajkund, bringing together 31 technical officials. The programme, led by international and Indian experts, aims to enhance officiating knowledge and skills according to the latest ISSF rules, contributing significantly to the development of shooting sport in India.

Anvay Dravid Picked In India U-19 Team For Sri Lanka Tour

Anvay Dravid Picked In India U-19 Team For Sri Lanka Tour

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

Anvay Dravid was named as the wicketkeeper-batter in the one-day squad which will play three limited overs matches in Sri Lanka.

Fit Hardik Pandya could be India's X-factor at 2027 World Cup: WV Raman

Fit Hardik Pandya could be India's X-factor at 2027 World Cup: WV Raman

Rediff.com3 days ago

Former India coach WV Raman says a fully fit Hardik Pandya could provide India the edge at the 2027 ODI World Cup, highlighting his all-round value while urging the team management to use the next 12-15 months to experiment with combinations and define player roles.

India eye KL Rahul at No. 3 vs Afghanistan after Ishan Kishan's ODI recall

India eye KL Rahul at No. 3 vs Afghanistan after Ishan Kishan's ODI recall

Rediff.com12 Jun 2026

Ishan Kishan's wicket-keeping drills ahead of the series opener suggested India could be considering a revised role for KL Rahul in the ODI setup.

Dropping Fertility Rates: Chance For India To Be Pandavas

Dropping Fertility Rates: Chance For India To Be Pandavas

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

The falling Total Fertility Rate offers India a chance to become the Pandavas -- fewer in number, but each citizen genuinely empowered, educated, and capable of contributing to a civilisation worth building, asserts Amberish K Diwanji.

Who is Manav Suthar? India's new Test debutant

Who is Manav Suthar? India's new Test debutant

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

Rajasthan all-rounder Manav Suthar has made his Test debut for India against Afghanistan in Mullanpur, becoming the 319th player to represent the country in Test cricket.

Kazakhstan Hockey Team Sharpen Skills in India for Asian Games

Kazakhstan Hockey Team Sharpen Skills in India for Asian Games

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

The Kazakhstan senior men's hockey team is currently in India for a high-performance training camp at the Sports Authority of India's Northern Regional Centre, Sonipat, Haryana, from March 10 to 21 as part of its preparations for the upcoming Asian Games Qualifiers.

Jamco Interiors Establishes New Engineering Hub In Pune

Jamco Interiors Establishes New Engineering Hub In Pune

Rediff.com23 hours ago

Jamco Interiors, a global supplier of aircraft cabin systems, has opened a Centre of Excellence (COE) in Pune. This strategic move aims to meet the increasing demand for advanced cabin interiors in India's rapidly growing commercial aviation market and leverage local engineering talent for global aerospace programmes.

Haryana Government Invests in AI Skills for Public Sector Employees

Haryana Government Invests in AI Skills for Public Sector Employees

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

The Haryana government is launching an initiative to equip its employees with artificial intelligence (AI) skills through the iGOT Karmayogi platform, aiming to enhance governance and public service delivery.

Forward Deployed Engineers In High Demand

Forward Deployed Engineers In High Demand

Rediff.com15 Jun 2026

In the first three quarters of 2025, FDE job demand jumped by nearly 800 per cent.

Born in Tamil Nadu, Made for the World: Hyundai to make TN its EV hub

Born in Tamil Nadu, Made for the World: Hyundai to make TN its EV hub

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

Hyundai Motor India Ltd (HMIL) announced plans to make Tamil Nadu its 'flagship EV hub for India', committing over 26,000 crore in investment, enhancing localisation, and creating approximately 2,000 additional jobs over the next five to six years. The company will roll out two new EV models from its Chennai facility this year, including its first mass-market dedicated EV.

India's Era Has Arrived: Birla

India's Era Has Arrived: Birla

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

Kumar Mangalam Birla urged young people to 'build in India, build for India and build for the world'.

Tri-nation series: Sri Lanka A win fiery contest vs India A after Super Over showdown

Tri-nation series: Sri Lanka A win fiery contest vs India A after Super Over showdown

Rediff.com7 days ago

Sri Lanka A finally found a way to get over the line against India A following a Super Over in an emotionally charged tri-series game in Dambulla on Monday.

India Women Rout Korea; Win Women's Under-18 Asia Cup Hockey Bronze

India Women Rout Korea; Win Women's Under-18 Asia Cup Hockey Bronze

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

The Indian women's U18 hockey team secured the bronze medal at the Asia Cup, defeating Korea 3-0.

'Market Has Become Excessively Bearish On India'

'Market Has Become Excessively Bearish On India'

Rediff.com11 Jun 2026

'When I look at India's relative valuations, these are by far the lowest I have seen in my 35-year career.' 'The relative 12-month trailing performance is among the weakest I have seen, and foreign investor positioning is at a 16-17 year low.'

The Silent Storm: Mercedes-Benz Launches Its First Ever Plug-In Hybrid S-Class in India

The Silent Storm: Mercedes-Benz Launches Its First Ever Plug-In Hybrid S-Class in India

Rediff.com6 days ago

Say hello to the S 450 e Launch Edition. Priced at 2.20 crore upwards.

Maharashtra CM Stresses Tech Skills for Police in Digital Era

Maharashtra CM Stresses Tech Skills for Police in Digital Era

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis inaugurated the 69th All India Police Duty Meet (AIPDM) 2025-26, emphasising the need for police to stay ahead of criminals in the digital age and improve investigation skills.

India Women's Hockey Team Prepares For Australia Challenge

India Women's Hockey Team Prepares For Australia Challenge

Rediff.com27 May 2026

The Indian women's hockey team is set to face Australia in a four-match series in Perth, aiming to build momentum for the upcoming FIH Nations Cup in Auckland.

Gill, Rahul tons put India in complete control on Day 1 vs Afghanistan

Gill, Rahul tons put India in complete control on Day 1 vs Afghanistan

Rediff.com6 Jun 2026

Centuries from Shubman Gill and KL Rahul powered India to a commanding 368/3 at stumps on Day 1 of the one-off Test against Afghanistan in Mullanpur.

AI Learning Breaks Engineering Barriers

AI Learning Breaks Engineering Barriers

Rediff.com4 days ago

AI is no longer a tool only for software engineers and technology teams.

Hero MotoCorp Marks 10 Years Of MotoSports Rally Team, Unveils Future Plans

Hero MotoCorp Marks 10 Years Of MotoSports Rally Team, Unveils Future Plans

Rediff.com20 hours ago

Hero MotoCorp celebrated the 10th anniversary of its MotoSports Team Rally, highlighting a decade of achievements in global rally-raid. The event saw the launch of the "India's Next Dakar Hero" programme, a five-year partnership extension with Dakar Rally organisers, and the induction of young Indian racer Shlok Ghorpade, reinforcing the company's commitment to Indian motorsport talent.

10 Smart Tips To Get Hired In The AI Era

10 Smart Tips To Get Hired In The AI Era

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

Employers want to know that you do not just know how to use AI tools like ChatGPT or automation services. They also want to know that you understand what AI is, says Kumar Rajagopalan, vice president-strategic initiatives and country head- India at Dexian, a leading staffing solutions firm.

Can India complete historic double at women's T20 WC?

Can India complete historic double at women's T20 WC?

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

The 10th edition of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup, starting on June 12 in England, offers several exciting possibilities. Take a look at the contenders and challengers.

'Just look at him!' Trump gushes over Modi at G7 meet

'Just look at him!' Trump gushes over Modi at G7 meet

Rediff.com5 days ago

US President Donald Trump lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'calm, cool, killer' persona at the G7 leaders' lunch in France, underscoring the deeply strategic relationship and formidable diplomatic skills of the Indian leader ahead of their crucial bilateral meeting.

How India Can Create 100 Million New Jobs In 7 Years!

How India Can Create 100 Million New Jobs In 7 Years!

Rediff.com4 Jun 2026

TeamLease Co-founder Manish Sabharwal on why regulatory cholesterol is killing India's entrepreneurial engine -- and how we can fix it and generate 100 million jobs in India in just about 7 years.