Andhra Pradesh achieves a milestone with 1,454 government hospitals securing NQAS certification, led by East Godavari. Health Minister Satya Kumar Yadav announced the achievement, highlighting a significant jump from the previous term.
The National Medical Commission has withdrawn permission from Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute over standards. All 50 students from the controversial batch will be transferred to other colleges. Read the full story.
Union Minister Pralhad Joshi directs the Bureau of Indian Standards to expedite new standards and upgrade testing infrastructure, citing the transformative BIS Act 2016. Read the latest updates.
Three health facilities in Chhattisgarh's insurgency-hit Sukma district achieve National Quality Assurance Standards (NQAS) certification, marking a historic turnaround for the region's healthcare. Discover the story of transformation.
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President Droupadi Murmu virtually inaugurated an IGNOU regional and skill centre in Rairangpur. The SOAR initiative aims to merge skill and academic education, leveraging AI for tribal empowerment and employment.
A new CREA assessment reveals most NCR cities exceeded India's annual PM2.5 standards in 2025. Delhi was the most polluted, with no 'Good' AQI days. Read the full analysis.
India's landmark National Sports Governance Act partially takes effect from January 1, 2026, establishing a new framework for sports bodies, a National Sports Board, and a Tribunal. Read about the key changes.
The National Shramev Jayate Conference highlighted employer responsibility for employee welfare. Key discussions covered social security, skill development, and formalizing the workforce for India's growth.
SSC has announced the Stenographer Skill Test for 2025 on Jan 28 & 29. Over 31,000 candidates are shortlisted. Check test pattern, vacancies, and how to get details.
India's BIS introduces 30+ new voluntary standards for textiles, smart mobility & safety sectors to align with global benchmarks, easing exports. Key focus on modernizing 40-year-old textile norms.
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Punjab launches major offensive against brain drain, generating over 1 lakh domestic opportunities. Govt fills 59,702 posts, partners with Microsoft & IBM for skills. Read how the state is retaining talent.
Manu Joseph argues India's low standards, justified by poverty, hold the nation back. The Supreme Court's 'luxury litigation' remark on water packaging reveals a deeper issue. Read why aiming higher is key to progress.
PM Modi highlights Narasapuram's crochet lace, a GI-tagged craft empowering lakhs of women. Union Minister Sitharaman inaugurates an AI skill hub in Andhra Pradesh to boost rural employment.
India's BIS releases first dedicated testing protocol for electric agricultural tractors, aiming to ensure safety & performance. A key step for green farm tech adoption.
CM Devendra Fadnavis inaugurates University Institute of Technology in Gadchiroli, a 170-acre PPP project with Lloyds Metals. It offers free diplomas to tribal youth, with BTech courses starting 2026.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated the Shrimad Rajchandra Sarvamangal Centre for Women in Dharampur. This 11-acre hub aims to skill 15,000+ rural women annually, boosting Atmanirbhar Bharat. Read more.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman visits adopted village Pedamainavani Lanka, launches AI & drone skill programs, and reviews a ₹13.72 crore anti-erosion project. Read details.
Bureau of Indian Standards introduces IS 19445:2025 to standardize testing of bomb disposal systems. The move aims to enhance security operations and boost local manufacturing. Read more.
Professor T G Sitharam, ex-AICTE Chairman, argues AI will transform, not eliminate, engineering jobs. The focus must be on reskilling and lifelong learning to bridge the skill gap. Read his insights from the India-AI Impact Summit 2026.
NSDC and Skill Ministry launch RPL certification for domestic workers in Lucknow, empowering 20,000 with formal recognition, enhanced employability, and social security benefits. Read more.
Odisha's skill development department launches a scheme to upgrade 25 state-run ITIs into Centres of Excellence with high-tech labs and new-age trades like AI & robotics by 2026-27.
Jharkhand Education Project Council's state-level skill competition saw 264 projects from 24 districts. 33 students were awarded, showcasing vocational education's role in entrepreneurship.
BHU's six-day 'Tana-Bana' craft workshop in Varanasi concluded, empowering women with weaving skills. Dean Prof. Ranjan Kumar Singh encouraged self-reliance. Read more about this skill development initiative.
Panjab University will spearhead initiatives on air quality monitoring, tourism, anaemia screening, entrepreneurship & skills after NITI Aayog's approval. All projects must finish by March 2026.
Tamil Nadu government forms a project management committee to coordinate shelter, rehab & skill development for Chennai's homeless. Aims to end agency silos.
Delhi government has constituted a committee to investigate the overall functioning of Delhi Skill and Entrepreneurship University (DSEU) and the impact of its mergers. The panel will submit recommendations for improvements.
Dhamtari district launches Madhurima Gurukul, a free skill training centre in Koliyari village. Offering courses like electrician & computer operations, it aims to boost youth employability. Classes start Jan 15.
Uttar Pradesh's Skill Development Mission expands training with quotas for women & disabled to combat poverty. 1475 youth targeted in Prayagraj this year. #UttarPradesh #SkillIndia