Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference

• The 68th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference took place in Barbados from October 5-12, 2025.
• The Indian delegation was led by Om Birla, who is the Member of Parliament from Kota-Bundi and the Speaker of the Lok Sabha.
• Vasudev Devanani, Speaker of the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly, represented Rajasthan in the Indian delegation.

Lithium Reserves in Rajasthan

• Lithium reserves discovered in Rajasthan will be auctioned in Degana, Nagaur.
• India currently imports approximately 80% of its lithium, which is primarily used in battery production.
• IIT Jodhpur has developed an alternative to lithium batteries.
• The reserves were found in the Rewat Hills of Degana, Nagaur.
• Static Mineral Information:
  • Degana, Nagaur: Also famous for Tungsten mining. Other Tungsten sites include Nana Karab (Pali) and Abu, Valda, Redhar (Sirohi).
  • Khetri-Jhunjhunu: Known for Copper (Khetri, Singhana, Copper, Chandmari, Akwali).
  • Nathra ki Pal, Udaipur: Known for Iron Ore. Other Iron Ore sites: Morija Banola (Jaipur), Thoor Hunder (Udaipur), Nimla Raisela, Lalsot (Dausa).
  • Jhamarkotra, Udaipur: Home to India's largest Rock Phosphate reserves.

Book Launches

• Rajasthani writer Dr. Chandaur Joshi launched two books: 'Bilakhta Badal' and 'Kagleri Karamat'.
• Context: Bharatiya Sahitya Akademi Awards 2025 (Rajasthani Language)
  • Yuva Sahityakar Award: Awarded to Poonamchand Godara for his work 'Antasre Aangne'.
  • Bal Sahityakar Award: Awarded to Bhogilal Patidar for 'Pankheruri Peeda'.

New Kendriya Vidyalayas (KVs)

• The Central Government approved the opening of 57 new Kendriya Vidyalayas across India.
• Two of these KVs will be established in Rajasthan: one in Sirohi and one in Didwana (Didwana-Kuchaman district).
• Static School Information:
  • Sainik Schools in Rajasthan:
    • First: Chittorgarh.
    • Second: Jhunjhunu.
    • PPP Mode (Public Private Partnership): Bharatiya Public School (Sikar), Hanumant School (Jodhpur), Bhawani Niketan School (Jaipur), Good Day School (Hanumangarh).
    • First Girls' Sainik School: Located in Jaimalsar, Bikaner, named after the Rama Devi Rathi family.
  • Military Schools in Rajasthan:
    • Ajmer (established November 15, 1930).
    • Dholpur (established July 16, 1962).

Wildlife & Biodiversity

• Migratory Harrier species were sighted for the first time in Tal Chhapar Sanctuary, Churu. These birds originate from Europe and Central Asia, indicating changing ecological patterns.
• Static Information about Tal Chhapar:
  • Known for blackbucks.
  • Features the sweet grass 'Mothia' (Cyperus rotundus).
  • A habitat for Kurja birds.
  • Houses the Wildlife Management & Desert Ecosystem Training Center.
  • Recent event: Blackbucks were recently shifted from Tal Chhapar due to overpopulation.
• Other Noteworthy Sanctuaries/Locations:
  • Udsar Village, Churu: Famous for traditional crafts like 'Khat' (beds) and 'Peeda' (stools), which are sold globally.
  • Gajner Sanctuary, Bikaner.
  • Sita Mata Sanctuary (Pratapgarh): Famous for flying squirrels, known as the "Motherland of Chital," features Sagwan trees, possesses the highest biodiversity in Rajasthan, and recent discoveries include ancient human remains.
  • Sariska Tiger Reserve, Alwar: Launched Project Tiger in 1978-79, known for green pigeons, and has a statue of tigress ST2.

Fairs and Exhibitions

• The Sumangal Diwali Mela 2025 is being held at the Indira Gandhi Panchayati Raj & Rural Development Institute in Jaipur.
• The fair runs from October 1-12, 2025.
• It is organized by Rajeevika (Rajasthan Rural Livelihood Development Council).
• Rajeevika's Brand Ambassador is Ruma Devi from Barmer.
• The fair provides a platform for Self-Help Groups (SHGs) to sell handmade products, promoting rural livelihoods and providing quality goods to consumers.

Sports Achievements

• Kiyana Parihar (Udaipur), a 10-year-old, won a bronze medal for India in the World Cadet Chess Championship.
• Notable Chess Players from Rajasthan:
  • Abhijeet Gupta (Bhilwara): Rajasthan's first Grand Master in chess.
  • Yash Bardia (Jaipur): Rajasthan's second International Master in chess.

Other Current Affairs

• International Artist Award: Har Singh Bhati received the International Artist Award from a Nepali institution.
• Cyber Fraud Prevention: Alwar initiated a pilot project to block cyber fraud systems using iCAT software for the first time in the country.
• Drone Training: MNIT (Malaviya National Institute of Technology, Jaipur) is providing training to Indian Army personnel on building and flying drones.
• Politician's Demise: (Specific names not provided in the transcript, only mentioned as A and B)
• U-19 Girls BCCI Cricket Championship: Happy Kumari was appointed captain of the Rajasthan team.