India, July 15 -- India and the world are celebrating Youth Skills Day today, July 15, in recognition of the importance of equipping young people with skills for employment and entrepreneurship, among others.

Started in 2014, this year's World Youth Skills Day emphasises the theme 'Youth empowerment through AI and digital skills'.

The United Nations, in an official statement, said that the fourth industrial revolution reshapes economies through Artificial Intelligence (AI), and therefore, Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) must evolve to equip youth with future-ready skills.

However, it added, while AI is transforming lives, it also poses serious risks if not implemented equitably.

The United Nations Educational, S...