Rajasthan

Environment & Conservation

Rajasthan's First Turtle Conservation Center: To be built in Dholpur.
- Focuses on the conservation of the rare Batagur Turtle, found in the Chambal River.
- Chambal River also has a Gharial Rearing Center in Palighat, Sawai Madhopur.
- A breeding center for Dolphins and Turtles is being established in Dholpur.
Sewerage Water Treatment using Israeli Technology: A treatment plant will be installed in Jodhpur.
- Aims to treat and reuse sewerage water, addressing pollution in the Luni River and its tributaries (Jojari and Bandi rivers).
- The Jojari River is polluted by sewerage and chemical effluent from Jodhpur's industrial areas.
- The Bandi River is polluted by textile units, specifically the NexGen Textile Park in Pali.
- An Israeli team visited Jodhpur to share technology for this project, which will facilitate water reuse, e.g., for irrigation.

Industrial Development & Exports

Central Government's Mega Plan: Rajasthan's Jaipur district included in a national mega plan for industrial development and export promotion.
- The plan involves creating a roadmap for eight domestic industrial centers.
- Jaipur and Indore will be developed as industrial development and logistics power centers.
- Jaipur is designated as a 'boundary area center', while Indore is an 'inland center'.

Technology & Innovation

Rajasthan DigiFest: To be held in Jaipur from 4-6 January 2026.
- Organized in collaboration with The Indus Entrepreneurs (TiE) Global Summit.
- Announcement made at the Cateran Razer program in New Delhi on 7 October 2025, where Rajasthan was represented by Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore.
- Venue: JECC (Jaipur Exhibition and Convention Centre) in Sitapura, Jaipur.
- Sitapura is home to various industrial and educational hubs, including the Gems & Jewellery Park, EPIP Center, and a Coaching Hub.

Awards & Recognition

India Book of Records: Ayug Swami from Jaipur recorded his name in the India Book of Records for his performance in a fancy dress competition.
My Bharat National Service Scheme (NSS) Award 2022-23: Presented by President Droupadi Murmu on 6 October 2025 at Rashtrapati Bhavan.
- Recipient from Rajasthan: Lalit Tiwari.
- (Earlier recipients included Dr. Saroj Meena (2021-22) and Manish Bairwa (2022)).

Sports

World Grappling Championship: Pinky Sharma from Rajasthan has been selected for the Indian team participating in the championship in Belgrade.
World Shooting Championship: Mani Kaushik is included in the Indian team for the World Shooting Championship in Cairo.
Rajasthan T20 Women's Cricket Team Captain: Jyoti Chaudhary has been appointed captain.

Diwali at Times Square (New York) Award: Ruma Devi (from Rajasthan) to be honored.
First Modified BTPN Rake: Prepared in Kota.
Thar Mahotsav 2025 Titles:
- Thar Shri: Dharmendra Dabi
- Thar Sundari: Nakshatra Chaudhary
Distinguished Scientists: Professor Puran Kohli (Jai Narain Vyas University) included in the top two.
Go Krishi Jeevan Abhiyan: Launched from Sanchore.
Book Launch (Rajasthan Sahitya Akademi & Vera Prakashan): Dr. Satish Pununia's book.
Rajasthan's First Sports University: To be established in Acharol, Jaipur.