नवंबर 2025 करंट अफेयर्स

5 Solar Power Plants Installed in a Single Day Under PM-KUSUM in Jaipur Discom

Plants with a combined capacity of 9.28 MW were set up at Sunel (Jhalawar), Piplu and Deoli (Tonk), Brahmabad (Bharatpur), and Radawas (Jaipur). Through decentralised small solar plants, 1,314 agricultural consumers in the respective 33/11 KV sub-station areas will get daytime electricity.

Inland Port Planned to Be Built in Jalore

The Jawai-Luni 'Run of Kutch' river system has been declared a National Waterway (NW-48), which will connect Rajasthan to Kandla Port, Gujarat. Over Rs 10,000 crore will be spent on dredging, with the potential to create more than 50,000 jobs.

Food Grain Production 2024-25: Final Estimates Released

Total food grain production rose from 332.30 million tonnes in 2023-24 to 357.73 million tonnes in 2024-25, with rice production at 150.1 million tonnes. Total pulses production stood at 25.68 million tonnes and oilseeds at 42.98 million tonnes.

5th National Marine Fisheries Census 2025

Funded by the Department of Fisheries and conducted by ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute, Kochi, the census uses multilingual Android apps (VyAS-NAV, VyAS-BHARAT, VyAS-SUTRA) to cover approximately 1.2 million fisherman families across 13 coastal states/UTs.

16th Finance Commission Submits Report to President

The Commission is chaired by Dr. Arvind Panagariya, former Vice Chairman of NITI Aayog. Members include Anne George Mathew, Dr. Manoj Panda, T. Rabi Shankar (part-time), and Dr. Soumya Kanti Ghosh. The Commission is constituted by the President under Article 280(1) of the Constitution.

Order to Notify Saranda Forest as Wildlife Sanctuary; Project Gaj-Lok Launched

Meaning 'Land of Seven Hundred Hills', Saranda Forest spans approximately 31,468 hectares and is Asia's largest Sal forest. Project Gaj-Lok is an international initiative by the Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage (INTACH) to document the cultural and historical significance of elephants in Asia.

New Geographical Indication (GI) Tags Issued in November 2025

Tungbuk is a three-stringed instrument and Pumthong a bamboo flute, both traditional Lepcha musical instruments. The Meerut Bugle is a brass instrument long used in military parades and ceremonial events.

First Ramoji Excellence Awards 2025 Presented

Winners included Amala Ashok Ruia for Rural Development, Srikanth Bolla for Youth Icon, and Jaydeep Hardikar for Journalism, recognising outstanding contributions across various fields.

India's First Gen-Z Themed Post Office Launched at IIT Delhi

The youth-centric post office is based on a student franchise model, aiming to present traditional postal services in a modern, appealing format for young users.

6th National Water Awards 2024: National-Level Results

Instituted in 2018 by the Ministry of Jal Shakti, the awards honoured 46 winners across 10 categories, including joint winners. Maharashtra ranked first, Gujarat second, and Haryana third among states.

Inland Water Transport Terminals Transferred Under PPP Model

Operations of the Kalughat Intermodal Terminal (Bihar) were handed to HACL-Summit Alliance Port East Gateway (India), and the Haldia Multi-Modal Terminal (West Bengal) to IRC Natural Resources, with financial and technical assistance from the World Bank.

AIIA's Pharmacology Laboratory Receives Three ISO Certificates

The certificates include IS/ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management System), IS/ISO 14001:2015 (Environmental Management System), and IS/ISO 45001:2018 (Occupational Health and Safety Management System).

Indira Gandhi Peace, Disarmament and Development Award 2024

Presented by the Indira Gandhi Memorial Trust (Chairperson Sonia Gandhi), the award recognised her lifelong contributions to human rights, gender equality, and global justice.

Digital Upgradation in the Public Distribution System (PDS)

'Storage 360' is the Central Warehousing Corporation's new ERP platform, while the 'Smart Exim Warehouse System (SEWS)' is FCI's mobile-first microservices platform. 'Anna Darpan' provides integrated control of procurement, storage, quality control, and contract monitoring, while 'ASHA' (Anna Sahayata Holistic AI Solution) is an AI-based citizen feedback system.

BSF Dog 'Babita' Receives National K9 Gallantry Award

Babita is deployed in the Amritsar sector of Punjab. The award recognises the gallantry and service of dogs deployed with security forces.

Defence Estates Organisation Honoured at First Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari Award

The Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari initiative was launched in 2024 from Surat, Gujarat, and operates under the Jal Shakti Abhiyan: Catch the Rain (JSA: CTR).

APEC Summit 2025 Held in Gyeongju, South Korea

The summit adopted the 'Gyeongju Declaration 2025', reaffirming commitment to inclusive economic growth and acknowledging the transformative role of AI. As part of the US-China Trade Truce, both countries agreed to reduce tariffs and resume trade in soybeans and rare earth elements.

Pakistan's 27th Constitutional Amendment

Under the amendment, the Army Chief (currently Asim Munir) gained permanent command over all military branches, Field Marshals received complete legal immunity, and a new Constitutional Court will replace the Supreme Court in constitutional matters, limiting judicial scrutiny over the military.

Lucknow Joins UNESCO Creative Cities Network

Established in 2004, UCCN focuses on seven creative sectors — crafts and folk arts, media arts, film, design, gastronomy, literature, and music. Other Indian cities in the network include Kozhikode (literature), Gwalior-Varanasi-Chennai (music), Jaipur-Srinagar (crafts), Mumbai (film), and Hyderabad (gastronomy).

G20 Report on Global Inequality: Sharp Rise in Wealth of India's Top 1%

The report found that between 2000 and 2024, the world's richest 1% gained 41% of all new wealth created globally, while the poorest 50% received just 1%.

7th Colombo Security Conference Held in New Delhi; Seychelles Becomes Full Member

Member countries now include India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Maldives, Mauritius, and Seychelles. Its Secretariat is located in Colombo, Sri Lanka, and the forum promotes maritime security cooperation in the Indian Ocean region.

7th India-Canada Ministerial Dialogue on Trade and Investment

Co-chaired by India's Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal and Canada's Minister of Export Promotion Maninder Sidhu, both countries signed an agreement to strengthen long-term supply chain partnerships in critical minerals.

India Re-elected to Category 'B' of the IMO Council

The term is for 2026-27 (two years). Category 'B' comprises the 10 countries with the highest contribution to international maritime trade.

India and US Sign New 10-Year Defense Framework

The agreement was concluded on the sidelines of the 12th ASEAN Defense Ministers' Meeting Plus (ADMM-Plus) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The framework continues the previous partnership periods of 2005-15 and 2015-25.

India's Standing in Global Reports and Indices - November 2025

India ranked 9th in Germanwatch's Global Climate Risk Index 2025. In the QS World University Sustainability Rankings 2026, IIT Delhi ranked 205th and IIT Bombay 235th. India ranked 86th (score 0.49) in the World Justice Project's Rule of Law Index. In the Hurun Global Billionaire City Rankings 2025, Mumbai (92 billionaires) ranked 3rd and New Delhi (57 billionaires) ranked 9th globally.

Justice S. Muralidhar Appointed to UN Commission; Sheikh Hasina Sentenced to Death

Dr. S. Muralidhar, a former Chief Justice of the Odisha High Court, will now lead the inquiry into human rights violations in the Occupied Palestinian Territories, including Jerusalem. Separately, Bangladesh's International Crimes Tribunal sentenced former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to death for crimes against humanity committed during the 2024 student protests.

Skyroot's 'Infinity Campus' and 'Vikram-I' Rocket Unveiled

The approximately 2 lakh square feet campus will have the capacity to build one orbital rocket per month. Skyroot is a private space company founded by Pawan Chandana and Bharat Dhaka.

INS Taragiri, INS Ikshak, and INS Savitri: Navy Deployment Updates

INS Taragiri was built by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilding Limited under Project 17A, an indigenous advanced stealth frigate. INS Ikshak, built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders-Engineers (GSH), is a deep-sea hydrographic survey vessel. INS Savitri visited Port Beira, Mozambique, and Port Victoria, Seychelles.

Asian Places in the News Roundup - November 2025

India completed operations at Tajikistan's Ayni Air Base — India's first overseas military facility — after supporting it since 2002; it lies just 20 km from Afghanistan's Wakhan Corridor. The government extended support to Afghanistan for building a dam on the Kunar River, which flows into Pakistan. India received a six-month exemption from US sanctions to continue work on Iran's Chabahar Port.

Major Cyclones of November 2025: Ditwa, Kalmaegi, and Fung-Wong

'Ditwa' was named by Yemen. The same month, Typhoon 'Kalmaegi' (called 'Tino' in the Philippines) struck the Philippines and Vietnam, while Super Typhoon 'Fung-Wong' (Uwan) caused destruction in the Philippines and Taiwan.

Jakarta Surpasses Tokyo as World's Most Populous City

The population of Indonesia's capital, Jakarta, was recorded at 42 million, followed by Dhaka, Bangladesh (37 million) in second place and Tokyo, Japan (33 million) in third.

Miss Universe 2025 Crown Goes to Fatima Bosch of Mexico

Thai contestant Praveen Singh was the runner-up, while India's Manika Vishwakarma reached the top 12.

Sentinel 6-B Satellite Launched to Monitor Sea Levels

Launched aboard SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg Space Force Base, California, the satellite can measure sea level elevation across 90% of the world's oceans with an accuracy of approximately 1 inch, completing one orbit of Earth every 112 minutes.

MP-AUV: Indigenous Device for Underwater Mine Detection

Equipped with key sensors like side-scan sonar and underwater cameras, the device is capable of real-time detection of suspicious objects such as mines at sea, using deep learning target-recognition algorithms for autonomous threat identification.

Hansa-3NG Trainer Aircraft, MH60R Helicopter, and Laser Drone System

Hansa-3NG is India's first two-seater aircraft with a fully composite airframe, built by National Aeronautics Limited and Pioneer Clean Amps. DRDO's laser drone system has a range of 2 km with a 10-kilowatt laser beam. The Defence Ministry signed a Rs 7,995 crore agreement with the US for continued support of the Indian Navy's MH60R helicopter fleet.

IIT Bombay's Three Major Quantum Science Achievements

The indigenous quantum magnetometer can detect ultra-low magnetic fields at the nanotesla level, using nitrogen vacancy centre technology in diamonds. The quantum diamond microscope, developed by the PIQUEST group, provides imaging in three-dimensional magnetic fields, designed to revolutionise neuroscience and semiconductor research.

37,000-Year-Old Bamboo Stem Discovered in Manipur

The species has been named 'Chimonobambusa manipurensis', belonging to the Chimonobambusa genus. The discovery will provide valuable information about Ice Age climate and vegetation.

New Defence Weapons System Agreements - November 2025

Indian company BEL and France's Safran Electronics & Defence formed a joint venture to manufacture the HAMMER (Highly Agile Modular Munition Extended Range) weapon in India, suited for Rafale and Tejas aircraft. The Defence Ministry and Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) signed an agreement for laser-guided INVAR anti-tank missiles to enhance T-90 tank firepower. The US approved a $93 million sale to India of Javelin anti-tank missiles and Excalibur guided artillery shells.

China's Thorium Molten Salt Reactor: Successful Thorium-to-Uranium Fuel Conversion

The 2 MW capacity reactor was developed by the Shanghai Institute of Applied Physics of the Chinese Academy of Sciences. TMSR is a fourth-generation advanced nuclear power plant operating at atmospheric pressure, using high-temperature molten salt as coolant, emitting less radioactive waste than other reactors.

'Birsa 101': India's First Indigenous CRISPR-Based Gene Therapy

The therapy is useful in treating sickle cell disease, which affects tribal populations the most. It is named after tribal freedom fighter Bhagwan Birsa Munda on the occasion of his 150th birth anniversary.

Four State-of-the-Art Quantum Fabrication Facilities Announced

These facilities will be set up at IIT Bombay, IIT Kanpur, IIT Delhi, and IISc Bengaluru. IIT Bombay and Kanpur will contribute to quantum sensing and meteorological infrastructure, while IIT Bombay and IISc Bengaluru will advance quantum computing fabrication using superconducting, photonic, and spin qubits. IIT Delhi will host India's quantum materials and device development ecosystem.

Defence Self-Reliance: Record Production and Exports in FY 2024-25

India now exports defence equipment to more than 100 countries, with the public sector contributing 77% and the private sector 23%. The government has set a target of Rs 3 lakh crore in defence manufacturing and Rs 50,000 crore in exports by 2029.

Notable Player-Related Current Affairs - November 2025

Rahul VS achieved the feat by winning the 6th ASEAN Individual Championship in the Philippines. Hammer-throw athlete Manju Bala received a five-year ban from the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) for violating anti-doping rules. Anahat Singh defeated Joshna Chinappa to win the 2025 Indian Open squash title.

Defence-Science Current Affairs One-Liner Roundup - November 2025

China's most advanced aircraft carrier, the Fujian, was commissioned into its navy. The main parachutes of the Gaganyaan crew module were tested at the Babina Field Firing Range, Uttar Pradesh. India's first silicon carbide (SiC) semiconductor manufacturing centre is being set up in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, and India has become the world's largest 6G patent filer with over 64,000 patents.

India Tops Medal Table at 24th Asian Archery Championship

Gold medallists included Jyothi Surekha Vennam (Women's Compound), Dheeraj Bommadevara (Men's Recurve), and Ankita Bhakat (Women's Recurve).

New Milestones by India's Private Space Companies

'Vayaputra' was built using 3D printing technology by Space Kids India, Chennai. India's first mini space telescope was manufactured by Eon Space Labs, Hyderabad, weighing just 502 grams, and was launched into Low Earth Orbit (LEO).

Notable Important Books Discussed in November 2025

Harish Bhatt's 'Doing the Right Thing: Learnings from Ratan Tata' and Anand Ranganathan-Sheetal Ranganathan's 'Forgotten Heroes of Indian Science' were notable Indian-context works. The Sahitya Akademi also released a Hindi translation, 'Antim Din', of a work by Lithuanian-Ukrainian author Jaroslavas Melnikas.

GSAT-7R (CMS-03): ISRO Launches India's Heaviest Satellite

It is India's heaviest satellite to date, weighing 4,400 kg. Launched on November 2, 2025, from Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota, aboard the LVM3-M5 rocket (its fifth operational flight) into geosynchronous transfer orbit (GTO), it replaces G-SAT7 (Rukmini), launched in 2013.

'Labhcalc' Incentive Calculator Launched

The tool helps accurately estimate the year-wise incentives available for setting up new industries or expanding existing ones under the RIPS-2024 scheme, ensuring continuous progress in 'Ease of Doing Business'.

Research, Development and Innovation (RDI) Scheme Fund Launched

Announced in Union Budget 2025-26, the scheme's nodal department is the Department of Science and Technology. It aims to boost private sector participation and ensure self-reliance in strategic technologies, financing up to 50% of appraised project cost.

Union Home Minister's Excellence Medal 2025 Awarded

Instituted by the Ministry of Home Affairs in February 2024, the medal is awarded to personnel demonstrating excellence in four areas: Special Operations, Investigation, Intelligence, and Forensic Science.

Rajasthan's National Ranking in Central Schemes 2024-25

The state ranked first nationally in International Yoga Day 2025, organ donation, Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (September 2025), and PM Fasal Bima Yojana (Kharif 2025). It secured second position in Har Ghar Tiranga and Poshan Maah.

Chatbot System for Treatment of Sick Animals Proves Successful

Impressed by the model's success, the Government of Maharashtra decided to implement it in its own state, marking national recognition of Rajasthan's digital veterinary-care model.

Pooja Sharma (Sikar) Wins Two Gold Medals in Grappling Wrestling

Pooja Sharma won gold in both the Gi and No-Gi categories on November 4, 2025. She works as a sports coach at the Constitution Club, Rajasthan.

Statewide Road Safety Campaign Conducted

Jointly run by the Transport, Police, and Public Works Departments, the campaign emphasised cancelling licenses of drunk drivers and strict action against overloading. The Medical and Health Department also conducted eye tests for all drivers aged 45 and above.

DAY-NRLM Model Adopted by Ethiopia

The scheme was launched on April 1, 2013, by restructuring the Swarnjayanti Gram Swarozgar Yojana (SGSY), and was renamed DAY-NRLM in 2016. Its nodal ministry is the Ministry of Rural Development.

Gogabil Lake Added to Ramsar List; 5 Maharashtra Beaches Get Blue Flag Certification

Located in Katihar district, Gogabil Lake is also Bihar's first Community Reserve — an oxbow wetland between the Ganges and Mahananda rivers. Shrivardhan (Raigad), Nagaon-Pernaka (Palghar), and Guhagar-Ladghar (Ratnagiri) were certified by Denmark's Foundation for Environmental Education, taking India's total Blue Flag beaches to 13.

Zohran Mamdani Elected New York City's Youngest and First Muslim Mayor

Mamdani is the son of the renowned Indian-origin couple, American filmmaker Mira Nair and academic Mahmood Mamdani, reflecting the growing role of the Indian-American community in US politics.

Harmanpreet Kaur's Wax Statue at Jaipur Wax Museum

In honour of India's historic World Cup win, a wax statue of captain Harmanpreet Kaur will be installed at the Jaipur Wax Museum inside Nahargarh Fort. The unveiling is planned for International Women's Day, March 8, 2026.

'Sher AK-203' Rifle Successfully Tested at Jaisalmer Border

The rifle is manufactured with indigenous steel under the 'Indo-Russia Rifles Private Limited' joint venture at Korwa, Amethi, Uttar Pradesh, with a firing rate of about 700 rounds per minute and an effective range of approximately 800 metres.

Jaipur's Avani Lekhara Wins Gold at Para Shooting World Cup

She also won silver in the 50m Three Position event. India topped the medal table at this World Cup with a total of 18 medals (9 gold, 7 silver, 2 bronze).

Nationwide Digital Life Certificate (DLC) Campaign 4.0

Running from November 1-30, 2025, the campaign targeted issuance of 2 crore Digital Life Certificates, simplifying the certification process for elderly, disabled, or remotely-located pensioners.

Legal Metrology (Second) Amendment Rules, 2025

The proposal aims to give consumers more transparent information about a product's origin and make it easier to identify domestically-made products.

Indian-Origin Women's 'First-Ever' Achievements in Global Politics and Institutions

Ghazala Hashmi was born in Hyderabad in 1964. Both appointments reflect the growing participation of women and minorities in global governance institutions and politics.

Para Shooting World Cup 2025: India Tops the Medal Table

Held October 25 to November 5, 2025, Manish Narwal won gold in Men's 10m Air Pistol SH1. Rajasthan's Rudransh Khandewal also won gold in the 10m Air Pistol Standard SH1 event.

Rajasthan's Status in Honey Production

The state produces around 82,000 metric tonnes of honey, with Alwar, Bharatpur, and Hanumangarh as leading districts. The government is setting up Centres of Excellence in Tonk and Bharatpur and distributing beekeeping kits and subsidies to beekeepers.

Dr. Manish Biyani Wins First Place at Japan's Startup Competition

Ishikawa Prefecture Governor Hiroshi Hase presented Dr. Manish Biyani with the 'Best Entrepreneur Award' along with a grant. The achievement reflects the growing global recognition of Rajasthan-linked entrepreneurs.

Chandrabhaga Fair Organised in Jhalawar

Held November 4-6, 2025, the fair takes place near the ancient temples on the banks of the Chandrabhaga River and is known for its cattle fair and religious rituals.

Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) Amended

The revised framework will be effective from the 2026 crop season. Launched in 2016, PMFBY is a Central Sector Scheme of the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare.

Progress of the Electronic Component Manufacturing Scheme

The six-year scheme (2025-26 to 2031-32) will drive Rs 7,172 crore in investment and create 11,808 direct jobs. Units are spread across 9 states, promoting balanced regional development.

Martand Raina Becomes First Footballer from Rajasthan to Join an ISL Club

He signed a three-year contract with East Bengal FC in July 2025. The achievement symbolises the rise of football talent from Rajasthan.

150th Anniversary of 'Vande Mataram' Celebrations Launched

Bankim Chandra Chatterjee composed it on November 7, 1875 (Akshaya Navami), first published in 1882 in the novel 'Anandmath'. Rabindranath Tagore sang it at the 1896 Calcutta Session, and Dr. Rajendra Prasad declared it the national song on January 24, 1950.

International Current Affairs One-Liner Roundup - November 2025

'Parasocial' refers to a one-sided relationship someone feels with a well-known person they don't personally know. The same month, the UN World Social Summit was held in Doha, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia was designated a 'Major Non-NATO Ally' by the US.

4,500-Year-Old Civilisation Evidence Found at Bansiyal, Jhunjhunu

Research led by Dr. Isha Prasad and Dr. Shweta Sinha Deshpande revealed the site as a centre of the 'Chalcolithic culture' (Copper Age). The discovery helps in understanding the spread of ancient civilisations across Rajasthan.

Painter Sushil Nimbark Receives National Kala Ratan Award

The honour was given during the festival held November 7-9, 2025, for his continuous contribution to Indian culture and abstract art.

Rs 30,000 Annual Assistance for Farmers Practising Ox-Based Farming

The assistance aims to promote traditional and organic farming methods, helping preserve environmentally sustainable agricultural practices.

32nd Northern Zonal Council Meeting Held in Faridabad

The meeting was attended by Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Rajasthan, Delhi, Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, and Chandigarh. A total of five Zonal Councils were established under Sections 15-22 of the States Reorganisation Act, 1956, chaired by the Union Home Minister.

Urban Mobility India and National Urban Conference 2025

At the November 7-9 conference in Gurugram, urban transport awards were given in 8 categories, with Udaipur Smart City honoured in the 'Best Non-Motorized Transport System' category. At the November 8-9 National Urban Conference in New Delhi, India announced it will host the BRICS Urban Forum in April 2026.

President Draupadi Murmu's Visit to Angola and Botswana

She participated in Angola's 50th anniversary of independence celebrations on November 11, 2025. Botswana gifted eight cheetahs to India for the next phase of Project Cheetah, and Angola joined the International Big Cat Alliance and Global Biofuels Alliance.

Gulab Kothari Receives Maharishi Ved Vyas Award 2025

The award was presented by the Maharshi Vedavyas Pratishthan in Pune, Maharashtra. Gulab Kothari became the second personality from Rajasthan to receive this honour, after Prof. Dayanand Bhargav, who was the first recipient.

Aahan-Aarav Karnawat's Names Enter India and Asia Book of Records in Taekwondo

Aahan performed 113 kicks and Aarav performed 274 kicks in one minute, showcasing exceptional physical ability and discipline among young talents.

Jaipur's Ishita Gupta Wins Ironman 70.3 World Championship in Goa

She completed 1.9 km swimming, 90 km cycling, and 21.1 km running in 7.51 hours, an outstanding feat of endurance and fitness.

65th Lakhi Annakoot Festival: 'World's Largest Hanuman Bhog'

Held on November 9, 2025, the festival was also called the 'World's Largest Hanuman Bhog', with 87.5 tonnes of food items offered.

National Legal Services Authority (NALSA) Holds National Conference

NALSA was constituted under the Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987, which came into effect on November 9, 1995 (National Legal Services Day). Justice Vikram Nath was recently appointed Executive Chairman by the President.

Important Days: First Fortnight of November 2025

November 5: World Tsunami Awareness Day (theme: early warning and early action). November 7: National Cancer Awareness Day. November 9: National Legal Services Day (marking the Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987). November 10: World Science Day. November 11: National Education Day (birth anniversary of Maulana Abul Kalam Azad).

Rajasthan Wins Excellence Award in Wind and Hybrid Policy

The award was presented by the Indian Wind Turbine Manufacturers Association, reflecting national recognition of the state's renewable energy policy.

NTPC's Wildlife Adoption Initiative at Abheda, Kota

A contribution of Rs 17 lakh was made to adopt 10 wild animals of five species — including tiger, hyena, and panther — for one year. This marks the first time in the state that such a large number of wild animals have been adopted.

Divyakriti Singh's Team Wins Silver at Asian Equestrian Championship

With this silver medal, Divyakriti Singh became the only equestrian from India to have won medals in both the Asian Games and the Asian Championship. Thailand's team won the gold.

Trishul (TSE-2025): Joint Tri-Services Military Exercise

The Indian Navy participated as the lead service, with the Army and Air Force also taking part. The exercise ran from October 30 to November 10, 2025.

Rajasthan's First Space and Astronomy Lab to Come Up at a Bikaner Government School

The objective is to promote STEM education and impart knowledge about India's space achievements — from 'Shiv Shakti Point' (Chandrayaan-3 landing site) to the Pragyan rover — among students.

Joint Parliamentary Committee Formed on 130th Constitutional Amendment Bill

The committee comprises 21 members from the Lok Sabha and 10 from the Rajya Sabha, examining three bills. The main provision mandates automatic removal from office of the PM, Chief Ministers, and Ministers upon 30 days of detention on serious charges.

Other Major National Conferences Held in November 2025

The Third International Green Hydrogen Conference (ICGH-2025) aimed to advance the National Green Hydrogen Mission. The Himalayan Conclave 2025 (Almora, Uttarakhand) developed a strategy for the Himalayan region aligned with the Viksit Bharat 2047 vision. The World Disaster Management Conference (WSDM) 2025 was held in Dehradun.

Co-Op Kumbh 2025: International Conference on Urban Cooperative Credit Sector

Organised by the Ministry of Cooperation and NAFCUB on November 10-11, 2025, the conference saw the launch of Sahakar Digi-Pay and Sahakar DigiLoan apps to connect small urban cooperative societies with digital payment and loan services.

Major Joint Military Exercises of November 2025

'Ajeya Warrior-25' (8th edition) was held between India and the UK at Mahajan Field Firing Range, Bikaner. 'Garuda-25' (8th edition) was conducted between the Indian and French Air Forces in France. 'Malabar-2025' was held in Guam among India, the US, Japan, and Australia, with INS Sahyadri participating. 'Mitra Shakti-2025' was conducted between India and Sri Lanka in Belagavi, Karnataka.

Rajasthan's Achievements at 6th National Water Awards 2024

Kharnal Water Users Association, Sri Ganganagar, won third prize in the 'Best Water User Association' category. BITS Pilani, Jhunjhunu, won joint second prize in 'Best Institution'. Ambuja Foundation, Jaipur, won second prize in 'Best Civil Society', while Bajrang Lal Jaithu of Sikar won first prize for Best Individual in the Water Sector in the Western Region.

Jaipur's Krishna Nagar Wins Two Golds at Japan Para Badminton

He won gold in Men's Singles (SH-6 category) and also claimed gold in Mixed Doubles (SH-6) alongside Nithya Sri Savan.

Rajasthan Institutional Developments Roundup - November 2025

The ANTF logo, unveiled on November 11, 2025, reflects resolve, dedication, and vigilance. The Harishchandra Mathur Rajasthan Institute of Public Administration (HCM-RIPA, formerly OTS) was established on November 14, 1957. Additionally, Union Forest Minister Bhupendra Yadav inaugurated 'Shri Guru Nanak Vatika' in Alwar.

PM Modi's Visit to Bhutan

He inaugurated the 1,020 MW Punatsangchhu-II Hydroelectric Project, built under a bilateral agreement, and announced a Line of Credit of Rs 4,000 crore for Bhutan. At the Global Peace Prayer Festival in Thimphu, he presented the sacred Piprahwa Relic of Lord Buddha from India for public viewing.

SAANS Campaign: Statewide Pneumonia Awareness Drive

Running statewide from November 12, 2025 to February 28, 2026, the campaign is built around the theme 'Pneumonia, nahi, toh bachpan sahi' (No pneumonia means a healthy childhood). It also aims to raise public awareness of pneumonia's complications.

4 Rajasthan Institutions Granted Centre of Excellence Status by RCI

The status was granted to MBM University and JNVU University in Jodhpur, MLSU in Udaipur, and CRC Jamdoli in Jaipur, underlining the strengthening of rehabilitation education in the state.

Rajasthan University Researchers Discover Two New Fungi Species in the Himalayas

The discovery was made in collaboration with M.B.P.G. Government College, Haldwani. Both species — Apigrapha Acarospora and Muellerella Spicilia — are considered a first-of-its-kind discovery globally.

Credit Guarantee Scheme for Exporters (CGSE) Approved

Implemented by the Department of Financial Services through the National Credit Guarantee Trustee Company Limited (NCGTC), the scheme will provide up to Rs 20,000 crore in additional credit and collateral-free guarantees to eligible exporters.

Export Promotion Mission (EPM) Approved

Running from 2025-26 to 2030-31, the mission has two sub-schemes — Export Promotion (access to trade finance) and Export Direction (non-financial capability building). It aims to boost exports from non-traditional districts and create employment in manufacturing and logistics.

Gharial Hatchlings Released into Chambal at Palighat, Sawai Madhopur

The release took place under the 'Rearing Fast Track Head Starting Programme', where hatchlings were protected and released into their natural habitat only after growing from 25 cm to 75 cm in size.

Udaipur Smart City Wins Excellence Award in Urban Transport

Udaipur was recognised in the 'City with the Best Non-Motorized Transport System' category, highlighting the state's efforts towards sustainable urban mobility.

Bikaner's Pana Devi ('Golden Dadi') Wins Four Golds at Asian Masters Athletics

She won gold in the 100-metre race, shot put, javelin throw, and discus throw. This took her total gold medal tally to 16, an inspiring example of sporting spirit among senior citizens.

Supreme Court's Opinion on Articles 200-201 in Presidential Reference

The Court held that it cannot set a time limit for the approval of bills under Articles 200 and 201. Earlier, in State of Tamil Nadu vs. Governor of Tamil Nadu (2023), the Supreme Court had for the first time set a time limit for the Governor and President to decide on a bill.

Dr. Ashutosh Dubey and Bhavini Bhargava Receive Literary/Youth Honours

Dr. Dubey was honoured for his work 'Sanyogvash', while Bhavini Bhargava was recognised for her book 'Unheard'. Both awards encourage literary and youth achievement in the state.

Rajasthan Personalities in the News - November 2025

Dr. Ravindra Singh Rao was selected for 'Best of TCT Coronary Cases with the Masters' at the San Francisco International Cardiology Conference (Transcatheter Cardiovascular Therapeutics 2025). Dr. Ratanlal Jat had served twice as MLA from Sahada (Bhilwara) and previously as the state's Education Minister.

Congress Wins Anta (Baran) Assembly By-Election

Voting took place on November 11, 2025, and counting was held on November 14, 2025. Anta is assembly seat number 193, and the by-election served as an important indicator of the state's political dynamics.

30th CII Partnership Summit 2025 Held in Visakhapatnam

Held under the theme 'Technology, Trust and Trade: Navigating the New Geo-Economic Order', the Union Commerce Minister laid the foundation stone for 'Space City' in Sriharikota, while Kurnool was declared India's first dedicated 'Drone City'.

Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Rules, 2025 Notified

Under the rules, all affected individuals must be informed without delay in case of a data breach. Every data fiduciary must display clear contact information for data-related queries and respond to all requests within a maximum of 90 days.

Bihar Assembly Elections 2025: NDA Wins Big

Total voter turnout was 67.13%, the highest in Bihar since 1951. BJP emerged as the single largest party with 89 seats, while the opposition Mahagathbandhan won only 35 seats. JDU chief Nitish Kumar became Chief Minister of Bihar for the 10th time.

44th India International Trade Fair (IITF) Held in New Delhi

Running from November 14-27, 2025, the fair was organised by the India Trade Promotion Organisation. Bihar, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh were the partner states this year, while the Ministry of Defence was honoured in the 'Empowered India' category.

Akshar Mahotsav 2025 Held in New Delhi

Held November 14-16, 2025, in New Delhi, the festival's motto was 'From Writing to Calligraphy', celebrating India's scripts and calligraphy traditions.

Udaipur Wins Best Wedding Destination Award

Sikkim's Tourism and Civil Aviation Minister T.T. Bhutia presented the award to Rajasthan's Additional Director Anand Tripathi and Joint Director (Udaipur) Sumita Saroch. The same month, Donald Trump Jr., son of the US President, attended a wedding at The Leela Palace, Udaipur.

State-Level Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas Ceremony Held in Dungarpur

On this occasion, a residential batch for 60 tribal girl students preparing for competitive exams was launched from Jaipur. Meera Dauja (Jhadol-Udaipur), who won silver for India at the Asian Lacrosse Games, was honoured by the Chief Minister with the Janjatiya Gaurav Award.

Anuya Prasad Wins Gold with World Record at Tokyo Deaflympics

She set a world record with a score of 241.1 and also won a silver medal alongside Pranjali Dhumal (score: 236.80).

Rajasthan's Other National Ranking Achievements - November 2025

This was released by the Ministry of Cooperation, Government of India. Additionally, the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) secured second place in handling CBRN (Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear) disasters at the Western Zone competition held in Pune, Maharashtra, under NDRF's aegis.

Salumber Tops State in Voter List Digitisation

The final voter list under this programme will be published on February 7, 2026, forming an important part of the state's upcoming election preparations.

Four Labour Codes Implemented Nationwide

The Industrial Relations Code mandates 14 days' notice before a strike. The Wage Code grants a statutory right to minimum wage across all sectors. The Social Security Code reduces the gratuity eligibility period for fixed-term employees from five years to one year, and maternity leave remains up to 26 weeks.

AMRIT Initiative Completes 10 Years

Launched in 2015, the initiative is implemented by HLL Lifecare Limited, with a goal to expand to 500 stores nationwide.

National Current Affairs One-Liner Roundup - November 2025

Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL) announced India's largest geothermal energy technology pilot project in Araku Valley, Andhra Pradesh. The National Commission for Women launched a new helpline number, 14490, for distressed women. The central government constituted the 'Earth System Science Council', chaired by the Union Minister of Earth Sciences.

Tribal Pride Year Activities: Birsa Munda Jayanti and Museum Inauguration

The national-level programme was held in Dediyapada, Gujarat. The PM inaugurated the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh Memorial and Tribal Freedom Fighter Museum in Raipur, Chhattisgarh. The Ministry of Tribal Affairs launched the 'Adi Chitra' National Tribal Painting Exhibition in Mumbai.

Major Operations of November 2025: Drishti, Crystal Fortress, and DRI Actions

'Operation Drishti' was an eye-care camp run by Command Hospital in Udhampur (J&K), examining over 2,000 people and performing more than 400 surgeries. NCB and Delhi Police ran 'Operation Crystal Fortress' to dismantle a synthetic drug cartel, seizing large quantities of methamphetamine. DRI busted an illegal Alprazolam manufacturing unit in Valsad, Gujarat ('Operation White Cauldron') and seized hydroponic weed at Mumbai airport ('Operation Weed Out').

Rajasthan Wins Gold Medal at 44th India International Trade Fair

The honour reflects wide appreciation for the state's handicrafts, industry, and cultural showcase. Rajasthan was one of the partner states of the fair this year, alongside Bihar, Maharashtra, and Uttar Pradesh.

PM Unveils Rama Statue at 550th Year Celebrations of Shri Gokarna Partagali Math

The unveiling marked the Math's 'Sardha Panchashatamanotsava' celebrations for its 550th year. Established in the 13th century by Jagadguru Madhvacharya, it is considered the first Gaud Saraswat Brahmin Vaishnava Math and follows the Dvaita philosophy.

India Wins Women's Kabaddi World Cup and Blind T20 World Cup

In the Women's Kabaddi World Cup final, India defeated Chinese Taipei 35-28, captained by Ritu Negi with Pushpa Rana as vice-captain. In the Blind T20 World Cup, India defeated Nepal by seven wickets, captained by Deepika Sehgal.

V. Srinivas Appointed Chief Secretary of Rajasthan

Senior 1989-batch IAS officer V. Srinivas assumed charge as Chief Secretary of Rajasthan, succeeding Sudhansh Pant. He began his career in 1991 as SDO in Bhilwara. He is also the first Indian IAS officer to be elected President of the International Institute of Administrative Sciences (IIAS).

Rajasthan Districts Excel at First Water Conservation Public Participation Award 2025

In Western Zone Category-3, Alwar secured first place, while in Category-1, Bhilwara stood second and Barmer (Collector Tina Dabi) third. In Category-2, Jaipur ranked second and Udaipur third.

Satirist Sampat Saral Honoured with Kaka Hathrasi Award

His major works include 'Ek Manzila Makan mein Lift', 'Nithalle Bahut Bigy Hai', and 'Buddhiprakash House', reflecting his contribution to Hindi satirical literature.

Rajasthan Team Secures Third Place at 25th National Para Swimming Championship

Held November 15-18, 2025, Rajasthan won 36 gold, 38 silver, and 23 bronze medals at the championship, reflecting the state's strong para-swimming infrastructure.

298th Jaipur Foundation Day Celebrated

Pandit Vidyadhar Bhattacharya and Mistry Anandram planned the city, dividing the nine-square-mile area into nine sectors (chowkris). In 1946, Bhatt Mathuranath Shastri composed the Sanskrit text 'Jaipurvaibhavam' in praise of the city.

National Industrial Classification (NIC): 2025 Unveiled

Issued by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation, this classification was updated after 17 years (previous NIC 2008); the first NIC was launched in 1962. NIC-2025 introduces a new 6-digit coding structure replacing the 5-digit structure, and integrates representation of the digital and green economy.

WHO Global TB Report 2025 and National AMR Action Plan 2.0

TB cases in India fell from 237 per 100,000 in 2015 to 187 per 100,000 in 2024, with treatment success at 90%, above the global average of 88%. However, India still accounts for 25% of the world's total TB cases. The AMR Action Plan 2.0 will run from November 18, 2025, to 2029, implemented by the Health Ministry.

'Yuva AI for All' Curriculum and National AI Guidelines Released

Launched on November 18, 2025, the curriculum aims to empower 1 crore citizens with basic AI skills. The AI Guidelines, released on November 5, 2025, set out 7 principles (accountability, justice and equality, innovation instead of restraint, etc.) and 6 pillars (infrastructure, capacity building, policy and regulation, etc.) for India's AI governance.

India Finishes Third at ISSF World Championship in Cairo

Held November 6-18, 2025, China topped with 12 golds, followed by South Korea in second. Samrat Rana won gold in both the Men's 10m Air Pistol individual and team events.

Rajasthan Global Capability Center Policy-2025 Approved

Jaipur, Jodhpur, and Udaipur will be developed as GCC hubs, expected to generate around 1.5 lakh jobs. The policy offers capital investment subsidies, payroll subsidies, and land cost reimbursement under RIPS-2024 provisions.

21st Instalment of PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi Released

The state-level programme was held at Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Ajmer, where approximately Rs 1,400 crore was transferred to the state. The scheme provides direct income support to farmers.

Approval for New 'National and International Pravasi Rajasthani Affairs' Department

The Chief Minister had announced this department during the Pravasi Rajasthani Conclave 2024. Its function is to connect the Rajasthani diaspora with their homeland and organise Rajasthani Diaspora Honour Ceremonies and exchange programmes.

RVUNL-SCCL Joint Venture Approved

The venture will have RVUNL holding 26% and SCCL holding 74%. An 800 MW coal-based thermal power project will come up at the mining site, along with a 1,500 MW solar energy project in Rajasthan.

Kota Journalist Chetan Dwivedi Wins Ladli Media Award

The award recognised his reporting on the sensitive issue of child marriage and trafficking of girls, honouring gender-sensitive journalism.

Roundup of Other Rajasthan Sports Achievers, November 2025

Jaipur's Poshika Gupta won bronze in the 50m Pistol event at the 34th All India GV Mavalankar Shooting Championship in Ahmedabad. Jaipur's Aditya Poonia became the youngest international golf referee from Rajasthan. Rajsamand's Ambika Ranawat qualified with Rank-1 in the Junior Women's 10m pistol shooting category in Bhopal.

State's First Ghoomar Festival Sees 6,000 Women Enter Asia Book of Records

The festival was held simultaneously on November 19, 2025, across the Kota, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Ajmer, Bikaner, and Bharatpur divisions, marking a major effort to preserve and promote the Ghoomar dance.

9 Artists Honoured at Rajasthan Lalit Kala Akademi's 66th Annual Exhibition

Each winning artist received a cash prize of Rs 25,000. Honoured artists included Jayant Sharma (Jaipur), Mohanlal (Bikaner), and Dheeraj Balihara (Hanumangarh), among others.

Kota's Arundhati Choudhary Wins Gold at World Boxing Cup

She defeated Aziza Zokirova of Uzbekistan 5-0 in the final. Indian boxers won a total of 20 medals (9 gold, 6 silver, 5 bronze) at the tournament, and achieved a 'Daily Gold Sweep' record for the first time by winning seven golds in a single day.

MoU with FICCI for 'Global Rajasthan Agritech Meet (GRAM 2026)'

The event will be held in March 2026 at JECC Sitapura, Jaipur, and will promote investment and innovation in the agri-tech sector.

56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) Held in Goa

Held November 20-28, 2025, the festival featured Japan as focus country, Spain as partner country, and Australia as spotlight country. The Golden Peacock Award for Best Feature Film went to 'Skin of Youth' (Director: Ashley Mayfair). Actor Rajinikanth was honoured for his outstanding 50 years of contribution to Indian cinema.

Revolutionary Charu Chandra Bose Economic Empowerment Award Scheme Rolled Out

The Balika Shiksha Foundation, Rajasthan, merged its two earlier schemes — for physically disabled girls and for deaf, dumb, and visually impaired girls — into this single, unified scheme effective from 2025-26.

Notification Issued for Reorganisation of Panchayats in Rajasthan

The reorganisation added over 3,400 new Panchayats, raising the total from 11,194 to over 14,000. The maximum of 270 new Panchayats were formed in Barmer, and the fewest, 19, in Jhalawar. The number of Zila Parishads increased from 33 to 41.

State-Level Police Conference Held in Jaipur

Held under the theme 'Policing with Excellence - Way Forward', the conference discussed artificial intelligence, cybercrime, and provisions of the new criminal laws (2023).

Rajasthan Wins Bronze at 47th All India Electricity Football Competition

The Rajasthan team was captained by Dinesh Meena, Assistant Engineer at Kota Thermal. The competition was organised by Punjab Power.

Posthumous President's Gallantry Medal for Barmer's Martyr Sanwalram Bishnoi

Sanwalram Bishnoi was martyred on July 26, 2022, during a UN mission in Congo. The medal was received by his wife, Veerangana Rukman Devi.

2nd Indian Kala Mahotsava 2025 Held in Secunderabad

Held November 21-30, 2025, the festival showcased the cultural heritage of Western India — Gujarat, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Goa, and Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu — including handicrafts, dance, music, literature, and traditions.

Jaipur's Amarsingh Devanda Sets National Ultra-Marathon Record in Bangkok

He completed the 100 km race in 6 hours, 59 minutes, and 37 seconds, setting a national record and reflecting the rising standard of ultra-running in India.

First Irrigation Water Efficiency Conference Held in Jaipur

Organised by the Bureau of Water Use Efficiency (National Water Mission), Ministry of Jal Shakti, the conference focused on 'More Crop Per Drop' and the Modernization of Command Area Development (MCAD) pilot scheme. In India, approximately 80-85% of fresh water is used for agricultural purposes.

G20 Summit 2025 Held in Johannesburg

The summit emphasised disaster resilience, debt sustainability, climate and renewable energy, and UNSC reform. The 6th India-Brazil-South Africa (IBSA) Summit was also held, along with the announcement of an Australia-Canada-India Trilateral Technology and Innovation Partnership.

COP-30: 30th UNFCCC Conference Concludes in Belém, Brazil

Key outcomes include the 'Tropical Forests Forever Facility (TFFF)', targeting $125 billion (with Brazil contributing $1 billion). The 'Global Mutirao Decision' agreed to raise climate finance to $1.3 trillion annually by 2035. India's Environment Minister addressed the International Big Cat Alliance's high-level ministerial segment on the sidelines of COP30.

KIUG 2025: New Sports Introduced and Medal Tally

Chandigarh University (Punjab) topped the medal tally with 42 gold medals, while swimmer Srihari Nataraja won the most individual medals, including 9 golds.

5th Khelo India University Games (KIUG) 2025 Hosted in Rajasthan

Running from November 24 to December 5, 2025, the games were inaugurated by Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma and Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya. Poornima University was the lead host institution, and the mascot was named 'Khamma and Ghani'.

Rajasthan Ranks First in Four Business Reform Areas Under BRAP

The recognition was issued by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry, covering Business Environment, Labour Regulation Facilities, Environmental Registration, and Service Sector.

Rs 1,000 Crore Corpus Fund Approved for Dairy Sector

The amount will be used as the 'Rajasthan Cooperative Dairy Infrastructure Development Fund', raising RCDF's milk processing capacity to 75 lakh litres/day and animal feed production capacity to 2,550 metric tonnes/day.

Key Rajasthan-Linked Agreements - November 2025

Rajasthan Police signed an MoU with Rashtriya Raksha University (Gujarat) for smart policing and cybersecurity. IIT Jodhpur and the Border Security Force (BSF) agreed to jointly develop indigenous anti-drone technology for border surveillance. Jaipur National University also signed an academic cooperation agreement with Russia's Minin University.

Children's Literature Awards 2025 Announced

The winner receives Rs 50,000 and a bronze plaque. In Hindi, Sushil Shukla's 'Ek Batey Barah' (non-fiction) was honoured, while in Rajasthani, Bhogilal Patidar's play 'Pankheruv Ni Peeda' received the award.

INS Mahe: Anti-Submarine Warship 'Silent Hunters' Launched

Built by Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL), it is constructed with over 80% indigenous content under the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative. Its motto is 'Silent Hunters', and it is the lead ship of 8 Mahe-class vessels.

53rd International Emmy Awards Held in New York

Presented by the International Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (IATAS), the UK's 'Lost Boys and Fairies' won Best TV Movie/Mini-Series.

'Nayi Chetna 4.0' Campaign Launched from Jaipur

The campaign is being operated by Rajasthan Grameen Aajivika Vikas Parishad (Rajeevika) under the Rural Development Department.

Swasth Nari, Sashakt Parivar Abhiyaan Sets Three Guinness World Records

Jointly implemented by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare and the Ministry of Women and Child Development from September 17 to October 2, 2025, the campaign saw over 3.21 crore people register on a healthcare platform in a month.

9th Ganga Utsav 2025 Held

Organised by the Department of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation, the festival showcases technical and cultural expressions linked to the Ganga river.

Important Days: Second Fortnight of November 2025

November 14: Children's Day (Jawaharlal Nehru's birth anniversary) and World Diabetes Day. November 19: World Toilet Day. November 20: Universal Children's Day. November 25: International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. November 26: National Milk Day (Dr. Verghese Kurien's birth anniversary) and Constitution Day (marking adoption of the Constitution in 1949).

Rajasthan Winners at National Gopal Ratna Award 2025

Harshit Jhuria of Sikar won third place (Rs 2 lakh) in the Best Dairy Farmer (indigenous breed) category. Ghinai Milk Producers Cooperative Society, Jaipur, jointly won second place in Best Dairy Cooperative Society. Vikas Kumar of Hanumangarh secured second place (certificate only) in the Best Artificial Insemination Technician category.

Global Solar Expo 2025 Held in Jaipur

Held on November 26-27, 2025, the expo was inaugurated by Energy Minister Hiralal Nagar, aimed at promoting the renewable energy sector. It was organised by EQ International Magazine and the C2Z Solar & Decarbonization Marketplace.

Sardar@150 Unity March and Yamuna Pravah Yatra Pass Through Rajasthan

Two of the four yatras organised by the Central Government — the Yamuna Pravah Yatra (Jaipur, Ajmer, Pali, Jodhpur, Sirohi) and Ganga Pravah Yatra (via Alwar, Sawai Madhopur, Kota, Chittorgarh, Udaipur) — will pass through Rajasthan en route to Sardar Patel's birthplace, Karamsad, Gujarat.

'Vande Mataram Gallery' Inaugurated at Rajasthan Legislative Assembly

The gallery was created on the occasion of the national song completing 150 years, an initiative of the Union Ministry of Culture, with Rajasthan's Department of Science and Technology presenting the song's history through 37 panels. 'Vande Mataram' was composed by Bankim Chandra Chatterjee and first published in 1882.

India Wins ICC Women's Cricket World Cup for the First Time

Held September 30 to November 2, 2025, this 13th edition was hosted by India (primary) and Sri Lanka (co-host). The final was played at Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai, with India defeating South Africa by 52 runs. Deepti Sharma was Player of the Series (22 wickets), while Shafali Verma was Player of the Final.

14th Syed Modi International Badminton Tournament Held in Lucknow

Held at Babu Banarasi Das Indoor Stadium from November 26 to December 1, the Women's Doubles title was won by India's Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand.

India's Performance at the 25th Summer Deaflympics

Held November 15-26, 2025, the event saw Ukraine top the table with 100 medals (32 gold). Key gold medallists for India included Diksha Dagar (golf), Anuya Prasad (shooting), Abhinav Deshwal-Pranjali Dhamal (mixed shooting team), and Sumit Dahiya (wrestling, 97kg).

Dungri Dam Project Under the Revised Parvati-Kalisindh-Chambal Link

The project will provide irrigation facilities to approximately 1.25 lakh hectares of land in Sawai Madhopur and Karauli districts. Only 16 villages will be affected by the submergence area, and the dam is being built in the catchment area of the Banas and Morel rivers for water storage.

FIDE World Cup Chess 2025 Held in Goa

The tournament ran from October 30 to November 27, 2025, reflecting India's growing global recognition as a chess powerhouse hosting major events.

Dr. Sangeeta Arya Resigns as RPSC Member

Dr. Arya was appointed on October 14, 2020 during the Congress government's tenure, with her term due to run until October 13, 2026. She is the wife of former Chief Secretary Niranjan Arya. Following her resignation, 4 of RPSC's 11 sanctioned posts (1 Chairman + 10 Members) now stand vacant.

India's GDP Growth: Q2 FY 2025-26

Real GDP growth (at constant 2011-12 prices) stood at 8.2%, while nominal GDP growth (at current prices) was recorded at 8.7%. The figures were released by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation.

India's First Participation at WorldSkills Asia Competition 2025

Held November 27-29, 2025, India won 1 silver and 2 bronze medals at the competition. Muskan won silver in 'Painting and Decorating', while Komal Panda (Industrial Design Technology) and Shivam Singh-Dinesh R (Robotic System Integration) won bronze.

'Swarn Nagari Express' Flagged Off Between Jaisalmer and Delhi

The train was flagged off by Union Culture and Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat and Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on November 29, 2025. It underlines Jaisalmer's tourism and strategic significance.

India Runners-Up at Sultan Azlan Shah Cup Hockey

Held November 23-30, 2025, the final's only goal was scored by Thibaut Stockbroeks. The tournament was held during celebrations marking 100 years of Indian hockey.