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SRMIST Partners with Ather Energy to Launch ‘Ather Forge’, Bringing EV Innovation to Campus

April 8, 2026April 13, 2026News Desk

The collaboration is expected to benefit students across electrical, mechanical and allied engineering disciplines, while further strengthening Ather Energy’s long-standing engagement with SRMIST. SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST), Kattankulathur, has joined hands with Ather Energy in a first-of-its-kind initiative aimed at integrating electric mobility into the academic ecosystem. The collaboration was formalised through […]

Michelin and ASDC advance mobility skilling with Project Vahaan and EV Shiksha

March 12, 2026March 16, 2026News Desk

Michelin, in partnership with the Automotive Skills Development Council (ASDC), has concluded the convocation ceremonies for Project Vahaan and Project EV Shiksha in Pune, marking a key milestone in industry-led skill development for India’s evolving mobility sector. The initiatives aim to address the growing demand for skilled drivers and electric vehicle technicians while improving employability […]

JSW Motors Joins Tata IIS to Build India’s First End-to-End EV Manufacturing Talent Pipeline

February 26, 2026February 27, 2026News Desk

JSW Motors Limited, the new energy vehicle (NEV) arm of the JSW Group, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Tata Indian Institute of Skills (Tata IIS) to create a structured technical talent pipeline ahead of the commissioning of its greenfield EV manufacturing plant in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Maharashtra. The partnership marks the company’s first […]

Why BITS Pilani’s Automotive Competency Center couldn’t have Come at a Better Time

February 20, 2026February 20, 2026T.Murrali

This is the first of several Competency Centres BITS Pilani will launch in 2026, with Bangalore and Pune set to follow — each focused on emerging technologies that match India’s industrial priorities. Thousands of engineers trained on traditional automotive systems now need to be rapidly reskilled for an entirely new era. From fresh graduates to […]

SUPRA SAEINDIA 2026 Rolls Out Structured Technical Programmes for Student Teams

February 18, 2026February 18, 2026News Desk

SUPRA SAEINDIA, India’s Formula Student event, is organised by SAE INDIA, an affiliate of SAE International. Following the announcement of the main competition, the second phase of SUPRA SAEINDIA 2026 will focus on structured technical programmes aimed at strengthening team preparedness and ensuring alignment with Formula Student standards. As part of this initiative, a series […]

EKA Mobility, CRUT, Travel Time and GIZ Collaborate to Train Skilled Women E-Bus Drivers

February 17, 2026February 18, 2026News Desk

EKA Mobility, one of India’s fastest-growing commercial electric vehicle (EV) & technology companies, has successfully completed a two-week E-Bus Driver Skill Development Program for 20 women drivers from Capital Region Urban Transport (CRUT). The initiative was supported by the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) through its CSR framework and carried out by Travel Time […]

ASDC Conclave 2025 puts Spotlight on Tech-Driven Skilling for Future Mobility

September 9, 2025September 12, 2025News Desk

Automotive Skills Development Council (ASDC) successfully hosted its 14th Annual Conclave 2025, themed “Stronger Together, Transform Tomorrow”, bringing together leaders from government, industry, and academia to deliberate on the future of skilling in the automotive sector. The event commenced with the traditional lamp lighting ceremony. F.R. Singhvi, President, ASDC, presented the Annual Update, highlighting the Council’s […]

Mercedes-Benz R&D India, TERI Launch Whitepaper and skilling Programme for EV Charging Workforce

September 6, 2025September 6, 2025News Desk

In line with India’s push for clean mobility, Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India (MBRDI) and The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) unveiled a whitepaper on skilling for EV charging infrastructure at the Mercedes-Benz Sustainability Dialogue India 2025. The whitepaper, titled “EV Charging in India: Ecosystem Perspectives and Skilling Opportunities”, highlights the crucial role of charge point […]

Wheels of Change: ASDC’s role in Skilling, Inclusion, and Innovation in India’s Auto Sector

July 22, 2025July 22, 2025News Desk

In this detailed account compiled by Rajesh Rajgor, insights from Vinkesh Gulati, Vice President of ASDC, highlight the Council’s pivotal role in shaping India’s future-ready automotive workforce. From empowering over 4,000 women through Project Saksham to forging high-tech alliances like BEST with Bajaj Auto, ASDC is aligning skilling with industry realities. Its international tie-up with […]

ASDC hosts Annual Partners Forum 2025: ‘Stronger Together, Transform Tomorrow’

June 27, 2025June 28, 2025News Desk

Automotive Skills Development Council (ASDC) successfully hosted its Annual Partners Forum 2025 at The Grand Hotel, New Delhi, bringing together over 250 leading industry stakeholders, government representatives and academic leaders. This year’s theme, “Stronger Together, Transform Tomorrow,” underscored the urgent need for collaborative action to shape the future of India’s dynamic automotive industry. The event was inaugurated […]

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