अक्टूबर 2025 करंट अफेयर्स

Five Mega Water Supply Projects Launched in Rajasthan on Hybrid Annuity Model

Under this PPP model, 40% investment comes from the Public Health Engineering Department and 60% from a private contractor, repaid through annuity payments in 20 installments over 10 years. Major projects include the Chambal River-based Karauli-Sawai Madhopur project (1,426 villages), Kalitir Alwar-Bharatpur (1,237 villages), Jakham Dam-based Chittorgarh-Pratapgarh-Rajsamand-Udaipur (1,473 villages), and the Indira Gandhi Canal Project for Sikar-Jhunjhunu.

India-EFTA Trade Agreement Takes Effect: India's First FTA with Four Developed European Nations

The agreement was signed in New Delhi on March 10, 2024. Article 7.1 of TEPA (Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement) includes a binding commitment to invest $100 billion in India over 15 years and create 1 million direct jobs. The agreement covers 92.2% of product entries on EFTA's official customs list, representing 99% of Indian exports.

Henley Passport Index 2025: Singapore Tops List, India Ranks 85th

In the index, Singapore (193 destinations) ranked first, South Korea (190) second, and Japan (189) third. India's passport ranking dropped 5 places from 80th in January 2024 to 85th, with Indian passport holders now able to travel visa-free to 57 countries.

India's First DNA-Based Elephant Census: Population Declines to 22,446

States with the highest elephant populations were Karnataka (6,013, highest in the country), Assam (4,159), and Tamil Nadu (3,136). Central India and the Eastern Ghats witnessed the sharpest decline in elephant numbers, with Jharkhand recording a decline of approximately 68% compared to the 2017 estimate.

Naxalism-Affected Districts Decline; Government Targets Complete Eradication by March 2026

The total number of affected districts has also been reduced from 18 to just 11. The government's target is to completely eradicate Naxalism (Left Wing Extremism) by March 31, 2026.

UPSC Celebrates 99th Foundation Day, Enters Centenary Year

On this occasion, the 'My UPSC Interview: From Dream to Reality' portal and the UPSC Centenary Logo were unveiled. Through this portal, retired and serving civil servants will be able to share their UPSC interview experiences.

M3M Hurun India Rich List 2025: Mukesh Ambani Family Tops the List

The list aims to showcase the country's growing wealth and entrepreneurial success rate, including individuals with assets of Rs. 1,000 crore or more. The richest woman was Roshni Nadar Malhotra (HCL), while the youngest billionaire was Arvind Srinivas of Perplexity AI.

Payment Regulatory Board (PRB) Constituted, Replaces BPSS

The board is responsible for regulation, supervision, and development of payment and settlement systems in India. The six-member board comprises the RBI Governor (Chairman), two RBI representatives (the Deputy Governor and Executive Director in charge of Payment and Settlement Systems), and three government-nominated members: the Secretary of the Department of Financial Services, the Secretary of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, and former Telecom Secretary Aruna Sundararajan.

RBI Monetary Policy Report: Repo Rate Held at 5.50%, GDP Forecast Raised

For FY 2025-26, the RBI raised India's GDP growth forecast from 6.5% to 6.8%, while lowering the Consumer Price Index (CPI)-based inflation forecast from 3.1% to 2.6%.

BRO Builds World's Highest Motorable Road at Mig La Pass, Ladakh

This achievement surpassed the previous record set at Umling La (19,024 feet) in 2021, reflecting India's infrastructure capability and strategic connectivity in border areas.

Nobel Prizes 2025 Announced Across Physics, Chemistry, Medicine, Literature, Peace, and Economics

The Chemistry prize went to Susumu Kitagawa (Japan), Richard Robson (UK), and Umar M. Yaghi (Jordan) for developing metal-organic frameworks. The Medicine/Physiology prize went to Mary E. Brunkow, Fred Ramsdell (both USA), and Shimon Sakaguchi (Japan) for discoveries related to peripheral immune tolerance. The Literature prize went to Laszlo Krasznahorkai (Hungary), the Peace Prize to Maria Corina Machado (Venezuela) for promoting democratic rights in Venezuela, and the Economics prize to Joel Mokyr (Netherlands), Philippe Aghion (France), and Peter Howitt (USA) for their theory of sustainable development through creative destruction.

Rajasthan Shooters Win 25 Medals at 16th Asian Shooting Championship

The most successful shooters included Abhinav Chaudhary (3 gold, 1 silver), Anushka Singh Bhati (2 gold), and Girish Gupta (2 gold). Other gold medalists included Yashasvi Rathore, Uddhav Singh Rathore, Umesh Chaudhary, Kushagra Singh Rajawat, Dhirendra Singh Bhati, and Mohini Singh.

Rajasthan's Largest Battery Energy Storage Project Comes Up in Bikaner

A Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) stores surplus energy from solar panels/wind turbines in battery modules (typically lithium-ion). A Battery Management System (BMS) regulates temperature and voltage to ensure battery safety and lifespan, and finally an inverter/converter converts the stored DC electricity into AC for the grid as needed.

Three Rajasthan Scientists Featured in Stanford's World's Top 2% Scientists List

The list is compiled annually based on scientists' research impact, citation count, and academic contribution, and inclusion is regarded as international recognition of research quality.

Saksham Jaipur Abhiyaan-2025: Assistive Devices Distributed to Senior Citizens

Under this campaign, assistive devices were distributed to senior citizens under the Rashtriya Vayoshri Yojana.

Dr. Anita of Jodhpur Receives 'Iron Lady Award, 2025'

The award recognises women who have made notable contributions in the social sector, and stands as another example of Rajasthani women gaining national-international recognition for their social role.

IIT Jodhpur Research: Hypersonic Propulsion and Solar-Based Seawater Purification

The first project, supported by DRDO and ARDB, is developing scramjet engines that draw oxygen directly from the air instead of carrying heavy oxygen tanks—making rockets lighter, more economical, and faster, and linked to India's hypersonic cruise missile programme. The second, supported by ANRF and ARG, is developing solar-energy-based technology that provides seawater purification and cooling simultaneously.

2.94 MW Solar Plant Commissioned at Kolada-Ramsinghpura, Sawai Madhopur

The Kolada plant (Bauli sub-division), at 1.82 MW, is the state's 956th solar plant, while the Ramsinghpura plant contributes 1.12 MW. Farmers will get access to solar-based irrigation power during the day. The objective is to make Rajasthan a leader in solar energy, promote energy self-sufficiency, and encourage green energy use in agriculture.

Rajasthan Ranks First Nationally in PM-KUSUM Component A

The state has so far installed decentralized solar plants with a combined capacity exceeding 2,000 MW, reflecting Rajasthan's leading position in solar energy.

October 2025 International One-Liners: Nalanda-Kalmyk Agreement and Uruguay Legalizes Euthanasia

The same month, the Senate of Uruguay passed a law decriminalizing euthanasia, granting it legal recognition—a significant milestone in the country's human rights and medical ethics debate.

Defence Minister Unveils LCA Tejas Mk-1A at Nashik

He also inaugurated the third production line of the LCA Tejas Mk-1A and the second production line of the Hindustan Turbo Trainer-40 (HTT-40), signalling an expansion of the Indian Air Force's indigenous fighter aircraft production capacity.

Gaganyaan Mission Update: Unmanned Test Flight (G-1) Scheduled for December 2025

This unmanned mission will fly the humanoid robot 'Vyommitra' in low Earth orbit, testing the safety and reliability of all systems ahead of sending actual human astronauts.

Indian Army Unveils Indigenous Anti-Drone Grid 'SAKSHAM'

It was jointly developed by the Indian Army and Bharat Electronics Limited, Ghaziabad. The system covers airspace up to 3,000 metres (10,000 feet) in the Tactical Battlefield Space (TBS).

'Naphthromycin': India's First Indigenous Antibiotic Developed

The antibiotic is effective against resistant respiratory infections, especially useful for cancer patients and those with poorly controlled diabetes, marking a significant Indian contribution to tackling the global challenge of antimicrobial resistance (AMR).

DRDO Successfully Tests Military Combat Parachute System (MCPS) from 32,000 Feet

The system was developed by DRDO's Aerial Delivery Research and Development Establishment (ADRDE), Agra, and the Defence Bioengineering and Electromedical Laboratory (DEBEL), Bengaluru. It is the only parachute system in operational use by the Indian Armed Forces capable of operating at altitudes above 25,000 feet.

'Namo Semiconductor Laboratory' to Be Set Up at IIT Bhubaneswar

The laboratory will be funded under the Member of Parliament Local Area Development (MP-LAD) scheme, marking a step toward strengthening India's semiconductor research and innovation ecosystem.

INS Abhay and INFAC T-82 Decommissioned from Indian Navy Service

INS Abhay served in anti-submarine surveillance and coastal defence operations, while INFAC T-82 was active in search and rescue, submarine escort, and coastal interception operations. The decommissioning of both vessels is part of the Indian Navy's fleet modernization process.

India's First Indigenous 7nm Processor Under IIT Madras' 'Shakti Project'

With this achievement, India has made a significant foray into advanced semiconductor design, strengthening the country's technological self-reliance and the 'Make in India Semiconductor' vision.

MAIDS New Delhi Performs India's First Indigenous Customized TMJ Implants

MAIDS functions as an Advanced Research Centre of the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR). The TMJ implants were indigenously developed at the ICMR-DHR-MedTech Product Development Acceleration Gateway of India (m-PRAGATI), a state-of-the-art facility coordinated by MAIDS at IIT Delhi.

Chandrayaan-2: First Direct Observation of Solar CME Effect on Lunar Exosphere

According to the observation, when a solar CME struck the lunar surface, the total pressure of the lunar exosphere increased during the daytime—an important scientific contribution to understanding the interaction between space weather and the Moon's thin atmosphere.

Google Announces $15 Billion AI Hub Investment in Visakhapatnam

This is Google's largest investment in India to date, reflecting growing global tech-company interest in the country's data centre and AI infrastructure sector.

State's First E-Bus Manufacturing Plant to Be Set Up in Kotputli-Behror

The project marks a significant step toward boosting electric vehicle manufacturing infrastructure and advancing green transport and clean energy policy in the state. Notably, the state's first electric bus plant had earlier been set up at Ghiloth (Neemrana).

CAZRI Jodhpur Celebrates 67th Foundation Day, Develops Two New Henna Varieties

The 'Best Research Paper' award went to Dr. V.S. Rathore, and the 'Best Employee of the Year' award to Bahadur Singh Hinchi, Arvind S. Tetarwal, and Praveen Kumar. CAZRI has developed two new henna (Mehndi) varieties: CZ-RSPH8 and CZ-RSPH9.

Two New Posts Created in Police Department; Sachin Mittal Appointed Jaipur Police Commissioner

Alongside this, 1996-batch IPS officer Sachin Mittal was appointed Jaipur Police Commissioner.

Rajasthan Institute of Ayurveda Ranks First in Grade 'A' for Second Consecutive Year

The evaluation was conducted jointly by NCISM and the Quality Council of India (QCI) based on rigorous parameters such as quality of education, patient safety, and research. Two other Rajasthan institutions featured in the Grade 'B' category: Jyotirao Phule Ayurveda College, Chomu (88th rank) and Government Ayurveda College, Udaipur (93rd rank).

Abhinav Bindra Selected as Torchbearer for 2026 Winter Olympics

He had earlier served as torchbearer at the 2024 Paris Olympics as well. Bindra is the first Indian individual athlete to win a gold medal, in the men's 10m air rifle event at the 2008 Beijing Olympics. The Winter Olympics will be held February 6-22, 2026, in Milan-Cortina d'Ampezzo (Italy), with the torch to be lit in Olympia (Greece) on November 26, 2025.

Neeraj Chopra Honoured with Rank of Lieutenant Colonel in Territorial Army

The honour recognizes his exceptional contribution to Indian sports, reflecting the traditional link between the armed forces and sporting achievement.

Jyothi Surekha Vennam Becomes First Indian Female Compound Archer to Medal at World Cup Final

With this achievement, she became the first Indian female compound archer to accomplish this feat, marking a historic moment in Indian archery.

Mayur School, Jaipur, Ranks 5th Nationally in Student Leadership Category

In the same category, the school ranked first in Jaipur and Rajasthan, reflecting the academic quality of the state's private schools.

Three Rajasthan Cities Feature in India's Top 10 Diwali Celebration Cities List

Jaipur was ranked second, Udaipur fifth, and Pushkar ninth in the list, reflecting the state's cultural and tourism heritage.

NCRB Data: 19.45% Decline in Crime Rate in Rajasthan

Cases of atrocities against women declined by 9.24% during the same period, indicating improvements in law and order and women's safety measures in the state.

RIICO Builds State's First Flatted Factory Complex in Sitapura, Jaipur

Under this concept, small units are provided ready-built rental space with infrastructure, eliminating the need for separate land purchase and construction, thereby speeding up and easing the setup of micro and small enterprises.

The Palace School Jaipur Ranks First Nationally in Design Thinking Category

In the same survey, the school also ranked third in Jaipur and Rajasthan in the 'Day Co-ed School' category.

Rajasthan's 'Raktkosh Foundation' Honoured with 'Bharat Excellence Award 2025'

The organization received the award for organizing the largest blood donation drive nationwide, setting a national record by collecting over 1.5 lakh units of blood.

Jaipur's Rambagh Palace Named 'India's Best Hotel'

The award is based on reader voting and underscores the global prestige of Rajasthan's heritage hotel properties. Rambagh Palace was originally a residence of the Maharajas of Jaipur, later converted into a luxury heritage hotel.

Country's First Free Public CPR Training Center Launched in Jaipur

The center will provide free Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training to the public, doctors, and paramedics, aiming to improve survival rates in medical emergencies.

RBI Brings State and Central Cooperative Banks Under Unified Ombudsman Scheme

The scheme covers all commercial banks, regional rural banks, state and central cooperative banks, scheduled primary (urban) cooperative banks, non-scheduled primary cooperative banks with deposits of Rs. 50 crore and above, and deposit-accepting non-banking financial companies with deposits of Rs. 100 crore and above.

Saras Dairy Jaipur Wins International 'Dairy Innovation Award 2025'

This achievement positions Saras Dairy as a leader in water conservation and sustainable dairy processing, showcasing the technological progress of Rajasthan's cooperative dairy sector (RCDF).

ODOP Products Identified for 713 Districts Across 35 States/UTs Under PMFME Scheme

Launched on June 29, 2020, this is a 60:40 Centre-State funded scheme of the Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI). It provides individual/group micro enterprises a 35% credit-linked capital subsidy (maximum Rs. 10 lakh), seed capital to self-help groups (maximum Rs. 4 lakh), and a 35% subsidy for common infrastructure (maximum Rs. 3 crore).

Lieutenant General Virendra Vats Appointed Director General of NCC

The NCC is India's youth training organization, developing discipline, leadership, and a spirit of national service among school and college students. The DG post has traditionally been held by senior military officers.

Two New Kendriya Vidyalayas Approved in Rajasthan - Sirohi and Didwana

The Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS) operates with the objective of providing uniform, quality education to children of central government employees and families with transferable jobs.

Justice Surya Kant to Become India's 53rd Chief Justice

CJI B.R. Gavai will retire on November 24, 2025, and Justice Surya Kant's tenure will run until February 9, 2027. His key judicial contributions include being a member of benches that dealt with the abrogation of Article 370, the declaration of the electoral bond scheme as unconstitutional, the Pegasus spyware case, and the suspension of the sedition law.

Kota's 132nd National Dussehra Fair Sets Record with 222-Foot Tall Ravana Statue

Kota's Dussehra Fair is one of Rajasthan's largest and oldest cultural fairs, reflecting the state's rich folk tradition and community festival culture.

Justice Pratibha M. Singh Appointed Chairperson of WIPO's Judges Advisory Board

Her term runs for 2025-27. The appointment underscores the growing global role of the Indian judiciary in the field of intellectual property law.

'Your Capital, Your Rights' Campaign Launched to Help Citizens Claim Unclaimed Assets

The campaign aims to help citizens easily locate and claim their unclaimed financial assets through digital showcases and helpdesks. It is administered by the Department of Financial Services (DFS), Ministry of Finance.

'MAHA MedTech Mission' Launched to Boost Medical Technology Self-Reliance

The mission aims to accelerate India's medtech innovation by reducing dependence on expensive imports and increasing access to affordable, high-quality, and inclusive medical technologies. It will provide financial support to innovative medical devices and in-vitro diagnostics, academic/R&D institutions, hospitals, startups, MSMEs, and the medtech industry, and support national initiatives like Patent Mitra, Medtech Mitra, and the Clinical Trial Network.

National Green Hydrogen Mission: Three Major Ports Recognized as 'Green Hydrogen Hubs'

NGHM aims to produce 5 million metric tonnes (MMT) of green hydrogen annually by 2030, positioning India as a global hub for the production, use, and export of green hydrogen and its derivatives.

GRAP Phases I & II Implemented in NCR for Air Quality Management

Under GRAP Phase-II (very poor scenario), a 12-point action plan was implemented, aiming to prevent further deterioration in air quality and protect citizens' health through immediate, coordinated, and stringent measures.

India Honoured by ISSA for 'Outstanding Achievement in Social Security'

India's achievements include increasing social security coverage from 19% in 2015 to 64.3% in 2025, made possible through initiatives like the e-Shram Portal and the National Career Service (NCS) Portal.

e-NAM Platform Expanded with 9 New Commodities, Reaching a Total of 247

The Directorate of Marketing and Inspection (DMI) is responsible for developing tradable parameters for commodities traded on e-NAM. The platform provides farmers better prices, transparent auctions, and access to an integrated national market for their produce.

National Vigyan Awards 2025: Presented in Four Categories, Rajasthan's Lalit Tiwari Honoured

The Vigyan Ratna (lifetime achievement) was posthumously awarded to Prof. Jayant Vishnu Narlikar (Physics). The Vigyan Shree category honoured eight scientists, including Dr. Gyanendra Pratap Singh (Agricultural Sciences), Dr. K. Thangaraj (Biological Sciences), and Prof. Pradeep Thalappil (Chemistry). These awards were established by the Government of India to recognize pioneering research and inspiring achievements.

3rd India Research Yatra 2025 Covers 15 Cities, 29 Institutions

The Yatra covered 29 institutions across 15 cities in 7 states, including IIT-Kharagpur, Kanpur, Guwahati, IIM Calcutta, Lucknow, Bodhgaya, and Maulana Azad Medical College (New Delhi). Its key pillars include promoting Open Access (OA), awareness of 'One Nation, One Subscription' (ONOS), exploring AI's role in research integrity, and contributing to the UN SDGs.

Diethylene Glycol (DEG) Case: Contaminated Cough Syrup Causes Child Deaths

'Coldrif' syrup, manufactured by Srisan Pharmaceuticals (Tamil Nadu), was found to contain 48.6% diethylene glycol, against a maximum acceptable limit of just 0.1%. The incident prompted central and state governments to tighten quality inspections of drug manufacturing units.

Notable Books Published in October 2025: Vir Das, Harinder Baweja, Amish Tripathi

Other notable books include Harinder Baweja's 'He Will Shoot You, Madam: My Life Through Conflict', Anupam Kher's 'Different But No Less', and Amish Tripathi's 'The Chola Tigers: Avengers of Somnath'. Additionally, Prof. Ajay Kumar released three booklets under the AI 2030 initiative, and the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA) released 'Prabhash Joshi of Jansatta', edited by Ram Bahadur Rai.

Cooperative Membership Campaign Launched from Jaipur

The campaign aimed to boost the number of cooperative societies by 10% through greater participation of women and youth. The Minister of State for Cooperation (Independent Charge) is Gautam Kumar Dakh. Owing to successful innovations by the Central Cooperative Department, Rajasthan ranks among the country's top five states. The proposed new Cooperative Act will replace the Rajasthan Cooperative Act, 2001, and proposes a Rs. 50,000 fine for misuse of the word 'cooperative'.

Russia Announces Successful Test of Unlimited-Range Nuclear-Powered Burevestnik Cruise Missile

The 9M730 Burevestnik is also known as the 'Storm Petrel' and, by NATO, as the 'SSC-X-9 Skyfall'. Its nuclear propulsion system theoretically gives it unlimited flight range, marking a significant development in the global strategic weapons balance.

Junior Shooting World Cup 2025: India Tops Medal Table

A total of 208 shooters from 19 countries participated. Gold medalists included Himanshu (10m Air Rifle), Jonathan Gavin Antony (10m Air Rifle), and Nelavalli Mukesh (25m Pistol) in the men's category, and Ojaswi Thakur (10m Air Rifle) and Anushka Thakur (50m Rifle 3 Positions and Prone, two golds) in the women's category.

Gandhi Jayanti and Lal Bahadur Shastri Jayanti: 156th and 121st Anniversaries

Mahatma Gandhi was born on October 2, 1869, in Porbandar, Gujarat, and Lal Bahadur Shastri was born on October 2, 1904, in Mughalsarai (now in Uttar Pradesh). Shastri is renowned for the slogan 'Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan'.

Rajasthan Athletes Shine Across Shooting, Judo, Para-Badminton, and Taekwondo

In para-badminton, Krishna Nagar won silver in the men's LB6 event at the China Para Badminton International, while Jaipur's Mahavir Saini served as Chief Para-Coach of the Indian team at the World Para Athletics Championship in New Delhi. Jaipur's Sindhvi Pandit achieved the Korean International Black Belt, and Jangjeet Singh Kajla won bronze in mixed doubles at the Asian Junior Badminton Championships.

Padma Vibhushan Pandit Chhannulal Mishra of Banaras Gharana Passes Away

He was associated with semi-classical styles such as Thumri, Chaiti, and Kajri, and was renowned for his distinctive Purab Ang Thumri style. He was awarded the Padma Bhushan in 2010 and the Padma Vibhushan in 2020.

People's Plan Campaign (PPC)/Jan Yojna Abhiyan 2025-26 Formally Launched

The objective is to initiate a nationwide process for preparing Panchayat Development Plans (PDPs) for financial year 2026-27. The People's Plan Campaign was originally launched on October 2, 2018, under the theme 'Sabki Yojna Sabka Vikas'.

Governor Signs Rajasthan Land Revenue (Amendment and Validation) Bill, 2025

The Bill amends the 'Rajasthan Land Revenue Act, 1956' to simplify, justify, and legitimize land management, regulation, and conversion processes under RIICO. Land parcels granted to RIICO will be deemed under its jurisdiction, giving it full powers over industrial area development and land disposal. The Bill excludes land leases allotted for industrial purposes on or before September 18, 1979, that were cancelled before the Bill's passage.

Fourth Kautilya Economic Conclave (KEC 2025) Held in New Delhi

The conclave was organized by the Institute of Economic Growth (IEG) in partnership with the Ministry of Finance, serving as a key forum for discussing India's economic strategy amid global uncertainty.

PM-Setu Yojana: Bharatpur to Become Rajasthan's ITI Hub

Bharatpur will be joined by four other ITI spoke institutes. The state government submitted proposals for two industry clusters under the pilot phase, with Cluster 1 covering Bharatpur, Dholpur, Karauli, Kaman (Deeg), and Bayana in the Bharatpur region. The scheme aims to transform India's ITI ecosystem into a 'government-owned, industry-managed' model.

Indian Coast Guard Receives New Patrol Vessels: 'Ajeet', 'Aparajit', and 'Akshar'

Both vessels are approximately 52 metres long and are the first in this class in India to be equipped with Controllable Pitch Propellers (CPP). Earlier, on October 4, 2025, the second 'Adamya' class fast patrol vessel (FPV) 'Akshar' (meaning 'permanent') was commissioned at Karaikal (Puducherry), with a length of 51 metres, maximum speed of 27 knots, and armed with a 30mm CRN-91 cannon and two 12.7mm guns.

PM-SETU Scheme: Rs. 60,000 Crore Plan to Modernize 1,000 Government ITIs

This Centrally Sponsored Scheme, with a budget of Rs. 60,000 crore, follows a hub-and-spoke model connecting 200 ITI hubs and 800 ITI spokes (an average of 4 spokes per hub). Five National Skill Training Institutes will be developed as Centres of Excellence with global partnerships—at Bhubaneswar, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kanpur, and Ludhiana. In the first phase, 15 hub-and-spoke ITI clusters have been identified.

Vasudev Devnani Represents Rajasthan Assembly at Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference

Vasudev Devnani is the current Speaker of the 16th Rajasthan Legislative Assembly. He represented the Assembly as part of India's delegation at the 68th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference held in Barbados from October 5-12, 2025, a key forum for legislative exchange among Commonwealth nations.

Motor Vehicle Aggregator Policy-2025 Announced

The policy will be implemented in the state in compliance with the 'Motor Vehicle Aggregator Guidelines 2025' issued by the Union Ministry of Road Transport and Highways on July 1, 2025, strengthening regulation of aggregator services such as Ola and Uber.

Two Rajasthan Athletes Win Silver at World Para Athletics Championship

The championship, held for the first time in India at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, New Delhi, from September 27-October 5, 2025, saw India finish 10th in the medal tally.

'Aapni Bus': RSRTC Launches 128 New Blue Line Buses

The buses were allocated to 23 depots across the state and will provide better connectivity to 169 Gram Panchayats on 25 rural routes. The occasion also marked RSRTC's 62nd Foundation Day (established October 1, 1964). RSRTC's Chairperson is Mrs. Shubhra Singh.

Rajasthan Teams Excel in Rollball and Shootingball Championships

Earlier, at the 44th Sub-Junior National Shootingball Championship held in Bodhgaya, Bihar, from August 22-24, 2025, the Rajasthan Boys' team won gold by defeating Punjab.

Rajasthan's First Namo Biodiversity Park Inaugurated at Pratap Dam, Alwar

The park is dedicated to biodiversity conservation, ecosystem restoration, and the protection of local flora and fauna species.

12th World Para Athletics Championships: India's Best-Ever Performance

India's 73-member contingent (54 men, 19 women) won a total of 22 medals (6 gold, 9 silver, 7 bronze), finishing 10th in the medal table—India's best performance to date. Gold medalists included Nishad Kumar (High Jump T47), Sumit Antil (Javelin Throw F46), and Simran Sharma (100m Race T12). Brazil (15 gold) and China (13 gold) topped the table.

Rajasthan Ranks First Nationwide Under Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana

The Integrated Child Development Services Department achieved an 85.36% enrollment rate and made DBT payments to 74.12% of beneficiaries. Under the scheme, first-time pregnant women receive Rs. 5,000 in two installments, and Rs. 6,000 is given for a second pregnancy resulting in a girl child, as a one-time conditional benefit transferred to an Aadhaar-linked bank/post office account.

Wildlife Week Celebrations 2025: Five New National-Level Programmes Launched

Five national-level programmes were launched: implementation of the action plan for Project Dolphin (Phase-II), Project Sloth Bear, Project Gharial, the Centre of Excellence for Human-Wildlife Conflict Management (CoE-HWC) at SACON, and a campaign for tigers outside tiger reserves.

State Sewerage and Wastewater Policy-2025 Comes Into Effect

The policy establishes a City Level Committee chaired by the District Collector and a State Level Committee (minimum five members) chaired by the Additional Chief Secretary/Principal Secretary/Secretary of the Local Self-Government Department. It envisions all cities in Rajasthan being covered by wastewater management services, with all local bodies required to prepare a 30-year 'City Sanitation Plan'.

IRSA 1.0: India's First Indigenous Standard for Military Software-Defined Radio Released

IRSA is a comprehensive software specification for software-defined radios (SDRs), enabling interoperability in military communications by defining a standardized interface, API, execution environment, and waveform portability mechanism. It is India's first national specification defining a standardized software architecture for software-defined radios.

National Conference on 'Opportunities for Defence Manufacturing' Launches DEEP Portal

The conference aimed to bring together senior officials from industry departments of all states and union territories to discuss their role in advancing the country's defence manufacturing ecosystem. Two major publications were also released: the 'Aerospace and Defence Sector Policy Compendium of States and Union Territories' and the IDEX coffee table book 'Shared Horizons of Innovation'.

6th Global Fintech Fest (GFF) 2025 Held in Mumbai

The event was jointly organized by the Payments Council of India (PCI), National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), and Fintech Convergence Council (FCC), showcasing India's rapidly growing digital financial ecosystem.

UK PM Keir Starmer's First India Visit; CETA Implementation Begins

The visit resulted in several agreements: nine UK universities opening campuses in India (Gift City Gandhinagar, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Delhi-Gurugram), a $350 million missile supply agreement for the Lightweight Multirole Missile (LMMR) for the Indian Army, launch of the third phase of the Biomedical Research Career Programme, an ICMR-NIHR health research agreement, and the reconstitution of the India-UK Joint Economic Trade Committee (JETC).

Jaipur Home Guards Win Divisional T-20 Cricket Tournament

The Man of the Series award went to Jaipur team captain Banwari Lal.

Pravasi Rajasthani Meet Held in Surat; First 'Pravasi Rajasthani Diwas' on December 10 in Jaipur

The event was held in the run-up to the first 'Pravasi Rajasthani Diwas' in Jaipur on December 10; an earlier such event was held in Hyderabad on September 26. The goal is to strengthen ties with the Rajasthani diaspora based on the principle of 'Connect, Collaborate, and Contribute', under the theme 'The State's Historical and Glorious Heritage', organized by the Industries Department and Rajasthan Foundation.

Indian Air Force Day: 93rd Anniversary Celebrated

The Indian Air Force was established on October 8, 1932. The day is celebrated with grand parades and air shows at various air force stations across the country.

Thar Mahotsav Held in Barmer Under the Theme 'Colors of the Desert'

At the festival, Nakshatri Chaudhary was crowned 'Thar Sundari' and Dharmendra Dabi 'Thar Shri'.

9th India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2025 Held in New Delhi Under 'Innovate to Transform'

The event featured six major global summits: International India 6G Symposium, International AI Summit, Cyber Security Summit, Satcom Summit, IMC Aspire Program, and the Global Startup World Cup. The Department of Telecommunications, National Academy of Communications, and GSMA signed an MoU. The 23rd India Telecom 2025, organized by the Telecom Equipment and Services Export Promotion Council (TEPC), was also held alongside IMC.

IUCN World Conservation Congress 2025: India's Notable Participation in Abu Dhabi

India was represented by Union Minister of State for Environment, Forest, and Climate Change Kirti Vardhan Singh. India launched the 'National Red List Roadmap and Vision 2025-2030', aiming to assess habitat threats to approximately 11,000 species in India per IUCN global standards. Palk Bay, Tamil Nadu, was recognized as India's first dugong conservation reserve and a global model, and Kaziranga National Park Director Sonali Ghosh received the prestigious IUCN Kenton Miller Award for innovations in national parks.

Shirish Chandra Murmu Assumes Charge as RBI Deputy Governor

The RBI has four Deputy Governors overseeing key departments such as monetary policy, banking regulation, payment systems, and financial stability.

'Amogha Fury': Sapta Shakti Command's Integrated Firepower Exercise Held in Bikaner

The exercise tested modern combat capabilities through the coordinated firepower demonstration of army, air force, and other combat arms, once again underscoring the strategic importance of the Bikaner region.

Tobacco-Free Youth Campaign 3.0 (TFYC 3.0) Launched

The campaign prioritizes six enhanced strategies—public awareness campaigns, implementation of tobacco control laws, expanding the Tobacco-Free Villages initiative, and increasing social media outreach.

Sankala Foundation's Tribal Art Exhibition and National Conference Held in New Delhi

The following day, October 10, the Sankala Foundation, in collaboration with Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya, Bhopal, and CII, New Delhi, organized the National Conference on 'Tribal Arts and India's Conservation Ethos: Living Knowledge', inaugurated by Union Culture and Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, aiming to raise conservation awareness among tribal communities and forest dwellers living around tiger reserves.

Gaza Ceasefire Takes Effect: First Phase of Trump's 20-Point Peace Plan

The first phase saw an immediate ceasefire implemented, a prisoner exchange in which Hamas released Israeli hostages and Israel released approximately 1,900 Palestinians, and Israeli troops withdrawing from Gaza's urban areas to the 'Yellow Line'. At the Sharm el-Sheikh Summit in Egypt on October 13, 2025, several leaders, including President Trump, signed the 'Trump Declaration for Enduring Peace and Prosperity'.

IAF Team Wins 5G Innovation Hackathon Award at 9th India Mobile Congress

The team, led by Group Captain Vinay Bhardwaj, was awarded by Union Minister of State for Communications and Rural Development Dr. Pemmasani Chandrashekhar in the Startup/MSME/R&D category, receiving a Certificate of Accreditation and Rs. 1.5 lakh. The event was organized by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) and the Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI) under the theme 'Innovate to Transform'.

Registration of Two Organizations Cancelled Over Seed Production Irregularities

The action was taken because the organizations had not undertaken any certified seed production program in the past year (Kharif 2024, Rabi 2024-25, Kharif 2025). Seed certification rules mandate a minimum of 40 hectares per season and 100 hectares per year.

World Mental Health Day and International Day of the Girl Child

World Mental Health Day has been observed annually since 1992 on the initiative of the World Health Organization (WHO), while the International Day of the Girl Child has been observed by the UN since 2012 to raise awareness of girls' rights and the challenges they face.

Multiple National Conferences Held in Jaipur in October 2025

The same month, Jaipur hosted the international conference of the Society of Petroleum Geophysicists (SPE-India) under the theme 'From Rock to Cloud: Geo-exploration Empowers Energy Development', and Vivekananda Global University, Jaipur, organized the National Architecture Students' Association (NASA) Conference from October 9-12 under the theme 'Catalysts: A Path to Change through Architecture'.

Rajasthan's First Kangaroo Mother Care Lounge Opens in Udaipur

The lounge was set up to strengthen newborn and maternal health programs, especially the identification and proper care of high-risk pregnancies. Kangaroo Mother Care involves skin-to-skin contact between mother and newborn and is a proven method for reducing infant mortality.

State-Level Event for PM Dhan-Dhanya Krishi Yojana Held in Jaipur

The scheme received Cabinet approval on July 16, 2025, and was launched by PM Narendra Modi from New Delhi on October 11, 2025. Of the 100 districts covered nationwide (at least one per state), eight are from Rajasthan: Barmer, Jaisalmer, Pali, Nagaur, Jodhpur, Bikaner, Churu, and Jalore.

Rajasthan Wins Five Medals at Kukkiwon Taekwondo Cup

Gold medals were won by Riya Yenendra, Anay Jaswani, and Samaira Singh (U-17), while bronze medals went to Shaurya Maheshwari and Suryansh Sharma (U-8).

Sultan Johor Cup 2025: Indian Junior Hockey Team Finishes Runner-Up

In the final, Australia defeated India 2-1. A total of six teams participated: India, Australia, Great Britain, Malaysia, New Zealand, and Pakistan.

Mission for Atmanirbharta in Pulses Launched with Rs. 11,440 Crore Budget

The mission runs for six years (2025-26 to 2030-31) with a budget of Rs. 11,440 crore. Targets include raising pulse production to 35 lakh tonnes by 2030-31, expanding cultivation area to 310 lakh hectares, and increasing yield to 1,130 kg/hectare. It will establish 1,000 processing units and ensure 100% procurement of pigeon pea, black gram, and lentils under PM-AASHA's Price Support Scheme (PSS) for the next four years. India is the world's largest producer and consumer of pulses.

PM Dhan-Dhanya Krishi Yojana: National Scheme for 100 Low-Productivity Districts

The scheme runs for six years (2025-26 to 2030-31) with an annual expenditure of Rs. 24,000 crore, inspired by the success of NITI Aayog's Aspirational Districts Programme (2018). It integrates 36 central schemes from 11 ministries, covering 100 low-productivity agricultural districts nationwide, selected on the basis of low agricultural productivity, low cropping intensity, and low loan repayment rates. Progress will be tracked through 117 key performance indicators (KPIs) on a central dashboard.

Mirabai Chanu Wins Silver at World Weightlifting Championships 2025

She lifted a total of 199 kg (84 kg in the snatch and 115 kg in the clean and jerk). The event was organized by the International Weightlifting Federation (IWF). Mirabai had previously won gold in 2017 and silver in 2022.

70th Filmfare Awards 2025: 'Laapata Ladies' Wins Most Awards

Major winners included Best Film ('Laapata Ladies'), Best Actor (Kartik Aaryan for 'Chandu Champion' and Abhishek Bachchan for 'I Want to Talk', joint winners), Best Actress (Alia Bhatt for 'Jigra'), and Best Director (Kiran Rao). The Lifetime Achievement Award went to Zeenat Aman and Shyam Benegal (posthumously).

Rana Baghji Cattle Fair-2025 Held in Kotda Village, Barmer

The fair is held in memory of Rana Baghji (celebrated in the folk poem 'Bagha Bharmali Ra Duha' by poet Asha Nand). In the horse-racing competition, Khara resident Roop Singh Rathore's horse 'Baj' won first place in the Badi Rewal Chaal and Madhari Chaal races, along with a cash prize of Rs. 25,000.

Mongolian President's First State Visit to India

During the visit, 10 MoUs were signed covering mineral resources, heritage conservation, digital solutions, and humanitarian cooperation, and both sides agreed to launch a capacity-building programme for the Border Security Force. PM Modi announced free e-visas for Mongolian citizens, and sacred relics of Lord Buddha's disciples Sariputra and Maudgalyayana will be sent to Mongolia in the coming years. India-Mongolia relations are defined as 'Strategic Partner, Third Neighbour, Spiritual Neighbour'.

Rajasthan Ranks Third Nationally in Palliative Care Services

State Nodal Officer Dr. Nirmala Sharma received the award. This achievement reflects the development of better supportive healthcare services in Rajasthan for patients with terminal and serious illnesses.

Dr. Arun Chaturvedi Honoured with 'Rajasthan Ratna Award-2025' in Dubai

The award recognised his contribution to social service, public welfare, and the overall development of Rajasthan. On the same occasion, according to Rajasthan Foundation President Amra Ram Jangid, Vasu Shroff—who has served the Rajasthani diaspora in Dubai for 75 years—and chartered accountant Ankur Agarwal, owner of BNW Developers, were honoured with the 'Pravasi Samman Award-2025'.

Sindoor Memorial Garden Inaugurated in Kotputli

The garden was developed to promote environmental awareness and memorial tree plantation.

'Nav Vidhan-Nyay Ki Nayi Pehchan': Exhibition on New Criminal Laws Held in Jaipur

The exhibition showcased the full implementation of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam through 10 live models depicting the 3-stage justice process from crime to justice: complaint and investigation (control room, crime scene, police station), scientific-legal verification (hospital, FSL, prosecution office), and justice-reform (district court, prison, high court). Amit Shah also announced groundbreaking for investments worth Rs. 4 lakh crore under the Rising Rajasthan Global Investment Summit 2024.

Joshna Chinappa Wins Yokohama Open 2025 Squash Title

It was her 11th career PSA (Professional Squash Association) Tour title, adding another milestone to her long and successful career.

First Junior Model United Nations Held at Rajasthan Legislative Assembly

The event aimed to develop critical skills such as diplomacy, leadership, and a global perspective among children.

Multiple New Initiatives Launched on PM GatiShakti's Fourth Anniversary

New initiatives include the Logistics Excellence, Advancement and Performance Shield (LEAPS)-2025, the 'PM GatiShakti Public Platform' (based on a Unified Geospatial Interface, developed by BISAG-N), and the 'PM GatiShakti Offshore Initiative' to enable integrated planning and management of offshore development. Over 57 central ministries, departments, states, and union territories now participate in PM GatiShakti.

India Elected Unopposed to UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC)

India secured its seat under the Asia-Pacific Group in the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) elections held on October 14, 2025. Pakistan, Vietnam, and Iraq were also elected from the Asia-Pacific Group, while Kyrgyzstan, Bangladesh, Maldives, and Vietnam's membership ends on December 31, 2025. This will be India's seventh term (previously 2006-07, 2008-10, 2012-14, 2015-17, 2019-21, 2022-24). India's Permanent Representative to the UN is P. Harish.

Indian Navy Conducts Multiple Bilateral Exercises in October 2025

Other exercises included the 4th 'Austra-Hind 2025' held in Perth, Australia, from October 13-26 (led by the Gorkha Rifles, for counter-terrorism operations), the India-Japan 'JAIMEX-25' from October 16-18, the first 'IN-RoKN-2025' starting October 13 from Busan Naval Base, South Korea, and the 10th 'NATPOLREX' (marine oil-spill disaster response exercise) conducted by the Indian Coast Guard in Chennai on October 5-6.

One State-One Global Tourism Destination: National Tourism Conference in Udaipur

Rajasthan Tourism Secretary Rajesh Yadav and Tourism Commissioner Rukmini Riyad presented a proposal to develop the Maharana Pratap Tourist Circuit (Udaipur), Jaisalmer, and Pushkar—described as a 'confluence of valor, culture, and spirituality'—as global destinations. India currently ranks 39th in the World Tourism Index (WTI), with a goal to reach the top 10 and raise tourism's contribution to GDP from 5-6% to 10%.

Rajivika Signs Multiple MoUs Under 'Unnati' Incubation Hub Initiative

Other MoUs include ARCH College of Design and Business (October 8, product design and market relevance), Ruma Devi Foundation (October 8, skill development for rural and tribal women), and the Centre for Catalyzing Change - C3 (October 9, strengthening gender integration under DAY-NRLM). The objective is to promote skill development, innovation, product diversification, and marketing empowerment for rural women through design-based interventions and capacity building.

India Whitewash West Indies 2-0 in Test Series

Ravindra Jadeja was Player of the Match in the first Test, while Kuldeep Yadav received the honour in the second Test. Ravindra Jadeja was Player of the Series, and the Indian team was captained by Shubman Gill.

CDS General Anil Chauhan's Book 'Ready, Relevant and Resurgent II' Released

The book focuses on the modernization of the Indian Armed Forces, future warfare strategies, and military reforms, reflecting CDS General Anil Chauhan's extensive military experience and vision.

'Vikasit Bharat Buildathon 2025' Launched for Students in Grades 6-12

The objective is to encourage youth innovation and strengthen the spirit of a self-reliant, developed India@2047. Participating students will work on four themes: Self-Reliant India, Swadeshi, Vocal for Local, and Prosperity.

INDRA-2025: India-Russia Joint Military Exercise in Bikaner

The primary objective of this joint exercise was to enhance interoperability and coordination between the two countries' armed forces in counter-terrorism operations, continuing the long-standing tradition of India-Russia defence cooperation.

Bhilwara's Advika Sharma Wins Two Gold Medals in Badminton

She also won the Rajasthan Under-15 State Badminton Championship and will now represent Rajasthan at the national championship to be held in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, from December 1-6, 2025.

Vikshit Rajasthan Vision@2047 Released: Targets $4.3 Trillion Economy by 2047

The vision was approved by the state cabinet on August 23, 2025. It is built on four key themes—public welfare, rapid development, future-oriented Rajasthan, and integrated policy and governance—spanning 13 sectors. The draft was prepared by the Rajasthan Institute for Transformation and Innovation (RITI) and NITI Aayog. Its main pillar is 'GYAN' (Garib, Yuva, Annadata, Nari). Goals include growing the state economy to $4.3 trillion by 2047, raising renewable energy production from 33 GW to 290 GW, creating over 1 crore jobs, reducing maternal mortality to 15, and increasing women's workforce participation to over 60%.

Bharatpur's Kunal Takes 6 Wickets for Just 1 Run in State U-16 Cricket

This exceptional bowling performance brought Kunal into the spotlight in state youth cricket, reflecting Rajasthan's emerging cricketing talent.

30th Senior Women's National Football Championship: Manipur Wins 23rd Title

West Bengal finished as runner-up, reflecting Manipur's decades-long dominance in Indian women's football.

India's Total Installed Energy Capacity Crosses 500 GW

Non-fossil fuel sources (renewable energy, hydroelectric, and nuclear power) accounted for 256.09 GW (over 51% of the total), while fossil-fuel-based capacity stood at 244.80 GW (about 49%). Within renewables, solar power (127.33 GW) and wind power (53.12 GW) contributed the largest shares.

Jaipur Author Bhavini Bhargava's 'Unheard' Wins Australia's World Best Book Award

'Unheard' is based on untold stories in which courage, silence, and self-discovery find voice. The book competed for the award alongside acclaimed titles such as 'Atomic Habits', 'When Breath Becomes Air', 'Milk and Honey', and the Bhagavad Gita. The same month also saw notable books by two other Rajasthan-linked authors: Rajendra Bhanawat's 'A View from Within' and Dr. Satish Poonia's 'Agneepath Nahi Janpath'.

Consumer Care Campaign: Statewide Drive for Correct Weights and Measures

The campaign aimed to motivate traders to use correct weights and measures and to inform consumers of their fundamental rights. Inspections were conducted under the Legal Metrology Act, 2009, and the Packaged Commodities Rules, 2011. Complaints can be lodged on the state consumer helpline numbers 18001806030 and 14435, and via WhatsApp at 7230086030.

Sri Lankan PM Dr. Harini Amarasuriya's State Visit to India

Dr. Amarasuriya is also an alumnus of Hindu College, Delhi University. During the visit, discussions covered fishermen's issues—including the return of Kachchativu Island and the release of arrested fishermen and boats—and she visited IIT Delhi and NITI Aayog for academic cooperation in education and technology innovation.

Dr. Ruma Devi of Barmer Receives 'Dynamite Young India Country Award 2025'

The award was presented at a ceremony marking Dynamite News' 10th Foundation Day. Dr. Ruma Devi is known for economically empowering rural women through handicrafts.

Nagaur's Dr. Kalu Khan Deshwali Honoured with 'Rajasthani Bhasha Sahityakaar Samman'

The award aims to encourage litterateurs contributing to the recognition and preservation of the Rajasthani language.

Advanced Night Vision Factory Dedicated to Nation at Nimmaluru, Andhra Pradesh

The factory will enhance India's capabilities in manufacturing night vision equipment, missile sensors, and drone guard systems, strengthening self-reliance in defence equipment.

Rajasthan Ranks Second Nationally in National Nutrition Month-2025

Jodhpur district topped the state with a 134.9% achievement rate, while Kota, Bikaner, Churu, and Hanumangarh districts achieved over 125%. In the national ranking, Gujarat (115.74%) was first, Rajasthan (114.12%) second, and Chhattisgarh (108.30%) third. The closing ceremony was held in Dehradun on October 17, 2025.

Organic Food Market and 'Krishi Gyan Dhara 2.0' Launched in Jaipur

The Organic Food Market was set up to promote organic products, while 'Krishi Gyan Dhara 2.0' solves agricultural problems through modern information technology. An Agricultural Innovation and Training Center was also established under 'Harit Darpan Patrika'.

World Food Day 2025: 'Hand in Hand for Better Food and a Better Future'

The day is observed annually to commemorate the founding of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) on October 16, 1945.

Kunji Lal Meena Honoured for Rajasthan's Top Rank in Dharti Aaba Janjati Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan

The honour was conferred at the National Conclave of the 'Adi Karmayogi Abhiyan', recognising development work in tribal areas, timely delivery of government services, an effective grievance redressal system, and strict enforcement of tribal community rights.

Jaipur Greater Corporation Opens State's First Urban-Body-Run E-Library

The initiative reflects the growing role of urban local bodies in providing students and youth with digital study facilities, free Wi-Fi, and dedicated study spaces.

Limestone Declared a 'Major Mineral'; Rajasthan Is India's Top Producer

Limestone is the key raw material for the cement industry, and its declaration as a major mineral will strengthen the Central Government's role in mining, royalty, and auction regulations. Rajasthan's leading position in national cement production stems from its abundant limestone reserves, especially in Chittorgarh, Nagaur, and Pali districts.

Ministry of Women and Child Development Honoured at 'Adi Karmayogi Abhiyan' National Conference

The Ministry made more than 2,000 Anganwadi centres functional in Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group (PVTG) areas under the PM Janman Yojana. At the same conference, the Ministry of Tribal Affairs announced the Tribal Business Summit 2025, to be held in New Delhi on November 12, 2025, in collaboration with the Ministry of Culture and DPIIT.

Governor Appoints Vice-Chancellors to Seven Rajasthan Universities

Issued in consultation with the state government, the appointment term is fixed at three years or until age 70. The universities covered include Agricultural Universities at Kota and Jodhpur, Shri Karan Narendra Agricultural University Jobner, Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology Udaipur, Jai Narayan Vyas University Jodhpur, Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan Ayurveda University Jodhpur, and Rajasthan Technical University Kota.

Fourth Installment of CM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana Released from Nadbai

Under this installment, Rs. 717.96 crore was disbursed to farmers at the rate of Rs. 1,000 per farmer. The government has announced an increase to Rs. 9,000 per year starting FY 2025-26. The scheme was launched on June 30, 2024.

Rajasthan Digifest TIE Global Summit to Be Held in Jaipur in January 2026

The summit's theme is 'Sustainable Entrepreneurship in the AI Age - New Ideas, Impact, and Taking Everyone Together'. Target areas include AI, Fintech, Agritech, AR/VR, Mediatech, Proptech, and the higher education sector.

BWF World Junior Badminton Championships 2025: Tanvi Sharma Wins Silver, Indian Team Bags Bronze

In the individual event, Indian young shuttler Tanvi Sharma won the silver medal in women's singles, the highlight of India's performance at the tournament.

'Operation Thar Shakti-2025': Bhairav Commandos Exercise at Longewala

Infantry, artillery, and Army Air Defence units also took part in the exercise, whose objective was to develop future warfare skills using modern technology and artificial intelligence, including the deployment of the Ator N1200 robot dog.

Police Commemoration Day: In Memory of Hot Springs Martyrs in Ladakh

On this day, police forces across the country organize memorial parades and tribute ceremonies to honour policemen who lost their lives in the line of duty.

19th Jaipur Literature Festival 2026 to Be Held in Amer, Jaipur

The Jaipur Literature Festival is regarded as the world's largest free literary festival, bringing together writers, poets, and thinkers from across the globe each year.

Global Forest Resources Assessment (GFRA) Report: India Ranks 9th in Total Forest Area

India maintained its third-highest rank globally in terms of net annual forest area growth, reflecting the success of the country's afforestation and forest conservation efforts.

President Draupadi Murmu Becomes First Woman President to Visit Sabarimala Temple

She is the second Indian President to visit the temple; the first was former President V.V. Giri.

Biennial Naval Commanders' Conference 2025: 'Nipun' Portal Launched

The portal serves as a unified platform for naval knowledge and resources. A 'Sagar Manthan' event was also held during the conference on October 22.

Navy Receives ASW Shallow Water Craft 'Mahe'; 'Magdala' Launched

'Mahe' is named after the port city of Mahe in the Union Territory of Puducherry and is the largest warship powered by a diesel engine-waterjet combination. The sixth ship in the series, 'BY 528 Magdala', was launched in Kochi on October 18, 2025, featuring three diesel engine-powered water-jet systems and equipped with Low-Frequency Variable Depth Sonar (LFVDS), torpedoes, and a 30mm gun.

Defence Procurement Manual (DPM) 2025 Released; DAC Approves Proposals Worth Rs. 79,000 Crore

Key provisions include a maximum 10% Liquidity Damages (LD) only for extreme delays, LD for indigenization at just 0.1% per week (down from 0.5% for other items), abolition of the No Objection Certificate (NOC) requirement, and a two-year validity for PAC-based procurement. On the same day, the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), chaired by Rajnath Singh, approved military proposals worth approximately Rs. 79,000 crore, including the Nag Missile System Mk-II (NAMIS) and Landing Platform Docks (LPDs).

Advertising Veteran Piyush Pandey Passes Away

Born in 1955 in Jaipur, Piyush Pandey was one of the most influential figures in Indian advertising. He was the first person from Asia to serve as jury president at the Cannes Lions Festival. He received the Padma Shri in 2016 and authored the BJP's iconic 2014 Lok Sabha slogan 'Ab ki baar, Modi sarkar'.

Military Commanders' Conference Held in Jaisalmer, Multiple Initiatives Launched

The conference was attended by Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi and Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan. It saw the inauguration of 'Shaurya Park' and 'Cactus Park', a 'Naman Kendra' for the convenience of ex-servicemen, and an audio-visual room at 'Chandpuri Hall' commemorating the 1971 Battle of Longewala.

IIT Jodhpur Signs MoU with Idea Forge for Unmanned Systems

The agreement will be effective for three years, with the objective of fostering indigenous, self-reliant innovation and emerging skills in the unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) sector.

World Polio Day and United Nations Day: Both Observed on October 24

United Nations Day commemorates the entry into force of the UN Charter on October 24, 1945, while World Polio Day, marking the birth anniversary of polio vaccine inventor Dr. Jonas Salk, raises awareness about global polio eradication efforts.

Year-Long Programme Marking Rani Chennamma's 200th Anniversary Concludes

Union Culture and Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat released a Rs. 200 commemorative coin on the occasion. Rani Chennamma was born on October 23, 1778, in Kagati village (Belagavi, Karnataka) into a Lingayat family and was married to Mallasaraja, the king of Kittur.

Official Logo of India-AI Impact Summit 2026 Released

A research symposium on artificial intelligence and its impact will be held alongside the summit on February 18, 2026. Earlier, on October 17, 2025, the Uttarakhand AI Impact Summit 2025 was held in Dehradun—a pre-summit event organized by the Government of Uttarakhand in collaboration with the Ministry of Electronics and IT's 'India AI Mission'.

Gyan Bharatam Initiative: Ministry of Culture Signs MoUs with 17 Leading Institutions

The initiative was announced in the Union Budget 2025-26, aiming to identify, document, preserve, digitize, and promote India's manuscript heritage. Institutions will be classified as cluster centres and independent centres, with a 'Gyan Bharatam Cell' formed at each centre to archive manuscript knowledge in the National Digital Repository (NDR) and share it globally.

47th ASEAN Summit: Timor-Leste Becomes 11th Member

The summit's theme was 'Inclusiveness and Sustainability', and the year 2026 was declared the 'ASEAN-India Year of Maritime Cooperation', reflecting the growing importance of the maritime domain in India-ASEAN relations.

Rajasthan Shops & Commercial Establishments and Factories (Amendment) Ordinances Come Into Effect

The first ordinance raises the minimum working age from 12 to 14 years, redefines 'juvenile' from '12-15 years' to '14-18 years', raises maximum daily working hours from 9 to 10, and raises the quarterly overtime limit from 90 to 144 hours. The second ordinance (under the Central Government's Compliance Reduction and De-regulation Docket) permits women to work in specific factories and mandates safety equipment for women other than pregnant and lactating women.

Vigilance Awareness Week-2025 Held Under Theme 'Vigilance: Our Shared Responsibility'

A workshop on 'AI and Emerging Technologies for Ethical Governance' was organized on October 31, reflecting technology's growing role in anti-corruption measures.

Fourth India Maritime Week 2025 Held in Mumbai Under Theme 'Integrating Oceans'

During this period, the Global Maritime Leaders Conclave was also held, serving as a key platform for promoting India's maritime economy and port infrastructure investment.

Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of Voter Lists Begins in Rajasthan and 11 Other States

The objective is comprehensive verification, updating, and transparent revision of the state's voter list. All state-wise voter lists are available on the ECI Net app/website, and the 'Book a Call with BLO' feature allows direct contact with Booth Level Officers. As of 2025, Rajasthan has approximately 5,48,84,827 total voters, of whom about 2.61 crore are above 40 years (77% mapping complete), supported by 52,469 BLOs.

7th Indo-Pacific Regional Dialogue 2025 Held in New Delhi

Separately, the Indian Army, in collaboration with the Centre for Land Warfare Studies (CLWS), organized the Young Leaders Forum—'Veer Yuva: Empowering Youth for India's National Security and Development'—on October 31, 2025, at the Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi.

Justice Arun Monga Sworn In at Rajasthan High Court

Justice Arun Monga was transferred from the Delhi High Court to the Rajasthan High Court and sworn in on October 29, 2025. This brought the total number of judges at the Rajasthan High Court to 40 as of that date. In a parallel move, two Rajasthan High Court judges, Justice Dinesh Mehta and Justice Avinash Jhingan, were transferred to Delhi on the Supreme Court's recommendation.

President Draupadi Murmu Becomes First President to Fly in a Rafale Aircraft

Mrs. Murmu is also the first President of the country to fly in two different fighter aircraft of the Indian Air Force; she had earlier flown in a Sukhoi 30 MKI in 2023.

Foundation Stone Laid for World's First 'Cow Corridor' in Nandgaon, Sirohi

The project is a unique initiative dedicated to cow conservation, promotion, and cow-based economic activities, giving fresh recognition to Rajasthan's cattle-rearing tradition.

Pushkar Mela-2025 Held Under Theme 'Experience the Saga of Culture, Color, and Spirituality'

The fair is globally renowned for camel trading, livestock fairs, and cultural programs, and is linked to the tradition of bathing in the sacred Pushkar Lake on Kartik Purnima.

National Unity Day: Sardar Patel's 150th Birth Anniversary

Sardar Patel played a key role in the integration of 562 princely states after India's independence, earning him the title 'Iron Man of India'. To mark the occasion, a state-level Unity Padyatra was also held on October 31, 2025, from Gandhi Circle to Amar Jawan Jyoti in Jaipur.

3rd Youth Asian Games 2025: India Finishes 6th in Medal Tally

Gold medalists included Phoolmali Saini Subhash (Beach Wrestling, 60kg), Khushi Chand (Boxing, 46kg), and both the Indian boys' and girls' Kabaddi teams. The Indian contingent also included Rajasthani players Nikita Devanda, Lakshita Gurjar, Akshita Devanda, Krishna, and Sachin Chaudhary.

'Give Up' Ration Card Campaign Deadline Extended to October 31

The campaign began on November 1, 2024; the earlier deadline was August 30, 2025. Ineligible categories include government/semi-government employees, those with annual income/pension above Rs. 1 lakh, private four-wheeler owners, and income-tax payers. A penalty of Rs. 27 per kg (plus interest) applies to ineligible persons remaining on the list after October 31. Approximately 2,70,725 people have been removed from the list in Jaipur district so far.