Gandhinagar, July 23 (IANS) Gujarat is set to expand its network of upgraded Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs), with the state government preparing to launch 114 additional infrastructure projects during the 2026-27 financial year while work continues on 177 construction, renovation and modernisation projects already underway across the state.The plans were outlined during a high-level review meeting of the Labour, Skill Development and Employment Department in Gandhinagar on Thursday, where…
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New Delhi, July 7 (IANS) The Centre has approved the nationwide rollout of the Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Employability Transformation through Upgraded ITIs (PM-SETU) scheme and cleared Strategic Investment Plans (SIPs) worth Rs 1,237.58 crore to modernise Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) through industry partnerships, the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) said on Tuesday.According to the government, the decisions were taken at the fourth meeting of the National Ste…
New Delhi, July 4 (IANS) The government would establish modern testing facilities across toy manufacturing clusters in the country through the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), National Test House and other government and semi-government laboratories, Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said on Saturday, urging industry stakeholders to identify and communicate the testing equipment required to ensure that Indian toys meet the highest quality standards for both domestic and international consumers.The…
Hyderabad, June 30 (IANS) The government of Telangana is exploring the possibility of establishing a big comprehensive data centre and AI infrastructure campus in Telangana, Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy said on Tuesday. The Chief Minister stated this when Bharti Enterprises Chairman Sunil Bharti Mittal paid a courtesy call on him in Hyderabad.During the meeting, the Chief Minister emphasised the need to focus on the expansion of Airtel’s digital, cloud, cybersecurity, and AI operations in Hyd…
Hyderabad, June 19 (IANS) Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy on Friday affirmed that the state government has resolved to transform Telangana into an education and sports hub in the country. The establishment of Young India Integrated Residential Schools and Young India Sports University is part of initiatives aimed at introducing revolutionary reforms in education and winning medals in the Olympics in the future, the Chief Minister said.He was addressing a gathering of students at LB Sta…
New Delhi, June 13 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday hailed the achievements of India’s youth under the theme ‘12 Years of Yuva Shakti’, stating that the NDA government remains firmly committed to youth-led development and creating opportunities for young Indians to realise their aspirations. Taking to X with the hashtag #12YearsOfYuvaShakti, PM Modi said: “The NDA Government is one that is strongly working towards youth-led development. One of the defining features of the la…
Gandhinagar, June 7 (IANS) Gujarat has introduced a range of new-age technical courses in Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) across the state, including programmes in artificial intelligence, electric vehicles, drone technology and renewable energy, as part of efforts to align vocational training with emerging industry requirements and future employment opportunities. The Labour and Employment Department has launched 11 new courses in government, grant-in-aid and self-financed ITIs, creating …
New Delhi, June 3 (IANS) The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) on Wednesday organised an industry interaction on the PM-SETU (Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Employability through upgraded ITIs) for the Rajasthan cluster to strengthen industry participation in skilling initiatives.The programme comprised a detailed presentation on the PM-SETU Scheme, followed by industry deliberations and consultations to identify actionable pathways for its effective implementation in the Bh…
Hyderabad, May 8 (IANS) Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy on Friday announced that the state government will bear the additional financial burden faced by Hajj pilgrims this year due to enhanced air fares. Flagging off buses carrying Hajj pilgrims at the Hajj House, the Chief Minister said that fuel prices had increased due to the prevailing crisis in West Asia and, consequently, air travel fares had also increased.Hajj 2026 pilgrims are facing an additional Rs 10,000 charge, prima…
Gandhinagar, May 7 (IANS) The role of Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) in aligning youth skills with the evolving requirements of modern industries was underscored on Wednesday, when the Gujarat Government honoured 12 top-performing ITIs for their performance between 2022-23 and 2025-26. The awards ceremony was held under the chairmanship of Labour, Skill Development and Employment Minister Kunvarji Bavaliya, with State Minister Kantilal Amrutiya in attendance.The institutions were evaluate…