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President Murmu Launches ‘Skill the Nation Challenge’ to Promote AI Learning; 15 MPs Complete SOAR AI Course

New Delhi | January 2, 2026- President of India  Droupadi Murmu has launched the ‘Skill the Nation Challenge’, a nationwide call encouraging citizens to build awareness and skills in artificial intelligence through the government’s SOAR (Skilling for AI Readiness) programme. The initiative aims to prepare India’s workforce for an AI-driven future by promoting accessible, ethical, […]

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PM Modi Addresses Rozgar Mela, Emphasizes Youth as Pillars of Nation-Building

New Delhi, 24 October2025 — Prime Minister  Narendra Modi addressed the Rozgar Mela via videoconference, celebrating the issuance of appointment letters to over 51,000 youth today. The Prime Minister highlighted that these appointments go beyond government jobs—they are opportunities for young Indians to actively contribute to nation-building. Modi underlined that youth success translates to national […]

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Kaushal Mahotsav – Lucknow 2025 to Offer 7,500+ Jobs and Apprenticeships for Youth

Lucknow, September 11, 2025 – The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) announced the third edition of Kaushal Mahotsav – Lucknow 2025, scheduled for 16–17 September at Colvin Taluqdars’ College Grounds, Lucknow. The event will be graced by Rajnath Singh, Jayant Chaudhary, and  Yogi Adityanath. The two-day Mahotsav will host 100+ reputed companies and institutions, […]

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CGC University, Mohali Launched: Pioneering AI-Led, Industry-First Education Model

Chandigarh  – In a landmark moment for the region’s academic ecosystem, Chandigarh Group of Colleges, Jhanjeri officially announced its transition to CGC University, Mohali at a high-impact press conference held on JW Marriott, Chandigarh. The event marked a pivotal step in the institution’s 25+ year legacy. From a college to a tech-driven, autonomous university, the […]

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Over 60 Lakh Youth Trained Under Skill India Mission Since 2021; PMKVY, ITIs, and JSS Driving Employment Growth

New Delhi— Under the ambitious Skill India Mission (SIM), the Government of India has trained over 60 lakh youth across the country in the last four years through various skilling, reskilling, and upskilling initiatives. The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), through schemes like Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY), Jan Shikshan Sansthan (JSS), […]

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PM Modi Distributes 51,000 Government Jobs at Rozgar Mela, Launches Massive Employment Push

New Delhi | July 12, 2025 — In a significant boost to India’s employment landscape, Prime Minister Narendra Modi today addressed the 16th edition of the Rozgar Mela via video conferencing. During the event, he distributed over 51,000 appointment letters to youth joining various Central Government departments. The Prime Minister congratulated the appointees, stating that […]

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India is on the right path of becoming a trusted economy, a reliable partner in the global value chain, a stable anchor in a volatile world-VP Jagdeep Dhankhar

New Delhi– The Vice-President,  Jagdeep Dhankhar today said that, “ Industry, friends, must be a force for inclusion by supporting MSMEs, promoting gender and caste diversity in leadership. It’s easier said than done. Gender and caste diversity has to be appreciated in the right sense. When it comes to gender, we champion affirmative action but […]

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Government Launches #BadaltaBharatMeraAnubhav Campaign with ₹7+ Lakh in Prizes to Celebrate 11 Years of India’s Transformation

New Delhi | June 20- The Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, in collaboration with MyGov, has rolled out a dynamic citizen engagement campaign titled #BadaltaBharatMeraAnubhav to commemorate 11 years of transformational governance under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership. Celebrating the ambitious vision of Viksit Bharat@2047, the campaign encourages people from all walks of life to […]

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India’s Hiring Momentum Remains Strong Despite Global Tech Layoffs

Career Correspondent info@impressivetimes.com While several international tech companies including Meta, Amazon, and Salesforce have recently announced large-scale layoffs, India’s job market continues to display resilience and growth. Contrary to fears of a ripple effect from global downsizing, Indian industries—particularly in technology, green energy, and digital infrastructure—are actively recruiting, driven by domestic demand and expanding digital […]

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Skill Development Can’t Be One-Size-Fits-All”: Minister Jayant Chaudhary Pushes for Locally-Driven, Future-Ready Skilling Models

Hyderabad, June 16– At the Kaushal Manthan Regional Workshop held at Kanha Shanti Vanam in Hyderabad, Union Minister Jayant Chaudhary made a compelling case for moving away from outdated, rigid training models. “Skill development needs to be flexible and locally tailored,” he emphasized, urging states to focus on region-specific strategies that reflect local economic needs […]

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