National and International Migrant Rajasthani Affairs Department

• Approval for the formation of the "National and International Migrant Rajasthani Affairs Department" was granted on November 19, 2025.
• This initiative stems from the "Rising Rajasthan" program, held from December 9-11, 2024, at JEC Jaipur.
  • Inauguration by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on December 9, 2024.
  • Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma's announcements on December 10, 2024, included:
    • Targeting Rajasthan's GDP to reach $350 billion by 2029-30 (within the next 5 years).
    • Observing "Pravasi Rajasthani Diwas" annually on December 10.
• Pravasi Rajasthani Conclaves were held to engage migrant Rajasthanis:
  • Hyderabad: September 26, 2025
  • Surat: October 8, 2025
  • Kolkata: October 28, 2025

Rajasthan Global Capability Policy 2025

• Approved on November 19, 2025, during a state cabinet meeting.
• Target: Establish over 200 Global Capability Centers (GCCs) in Rajasthan by 2030.
  • Definition of GCC: A center opened by a multinational company (MNC) in another country (e.g., an American company opening a center in India) to leverage talent and expand operations.
• Proposed locations for GCC hubs: Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur.
• Employment generation target: 1.5 lakh jobs.
• Benefits offered under RIIPS 2024 (Rajasthan Investment Promotion Scheme 2024, effective December 4, 2024):
  • Capital Investment Subsidy: 30% of project cost or maximum ₹10 crore.
  • Land/Lease Cost Reimbursement: 50% of cost or maximum ₹1 crore.
  • Employee Skill Development: 50% of cost.
  • Payroll Subsidy: 30% of employee salary or maximum ₹1.25 lakh annually per employee for the first 3 years.
  • Rental Subsidy: 50% for the first 3 years, 25% for the next 2 years, with a maximum of ₹5 crore.

Tribal Conservation Hub

• Udaipur is designated to be developed as a "Tribal Conservation Hub."
• The "Saud Mati Dharohar Par Lekhan Pariyojana" (Heritage Writing Project) aims to digitize tribal heritage.
• Nodal Agency: Manakya Lal Verma Tribal Research and Training Institute, Udaipur (established 1941).
• Other recent developments in Udaipur:
  • Menar included in the Ramsar Site list.
  • Giraffes are being brought to Sajjangarh Biological Park.
  • Sical Cell Wellness Hub established.
  • Kangaroo Mother Care Center in Kherwara.
  • Water Summit held.
  • Double-decker boat operating in Pichola Lake.
  • AI-based traffic control system initiated as a pilot project.
  • Tourism Ministers' Conference held.
  • Suhani Shah (Udaipur) received the Best Musician Award.

Rajasthan Rajya Vidyut Utpadan Nigam Limited (RRVUNL) MoU

• RRVUNL has signed an MoU with Singareni Collieries Company Limited (SCCL) for energy projects.
• Background of RRVUNL:
  • Rajasthan Rajya Vidyut Mandal established on July 1, 1957.
  • Based on the Rajasthan Rajya Vidyut Sudhar Adhiniyam 1999 (effective June 2000), the Mandal was divided into five entities on July 19, 2000:
    • Jaipur Vidyut Vitran Nigam Limited (JVVNL) - HQ Jaipur
    • Ajmer Vidyut Vitran Nigam Limited (AVVNL) - HQ Ajmer
    • Jodhpur Vidyut Vitran Nigam Limited (JdVVNL) - HQ Jodhpur
    • Rajasthan Vidyut Prasaran Nigam Limited (RVPNL) - HQ Jaipur
    • Rajasthan Rajya Vidyut Utpadan Nigam Limited (RRVUNL) - HQ Jaipur
• Projects under MoU with SCCL:
  • An 800 MW coal-based power project in Telangana.
  • A 1500 MW solar power project in Pugal, Bikaner (land also allocated in Rawatbhata, Chittorgarh).
• Partnership share: SCCL 74%, RRVUNL 26%.

Gulab Kothari's Book in Rajasthan University

• Rajasthan University (established January 8, 1947) has included Gulab Kothari's book "Stree Deh Se Aage" (Beyond the Female Body) in its Sociology syllabus.
• Current Vice-Chancellor: Alapana Kateja (first permanent female VC of the university).
• University Magazine: "The Economist".

Jaisalmer Fossil Park and Geo-Tourism

• Jaisalmer's Fossil Park is slated to be developed as a geo-tourism destination.
• Key tourism spots in Jaisalmer:
  • Aakal Wood Fossil Park: Contains evidence of dinosaurs and marine vegetation from 18-25 crore years ago.
  • Sam Village: Known for its vegetation-less landscape.
  • Longewala: Site of a War Museum.
  • Khuhri Village: Famous for its sand dunes.
  • Jaisalmer Fort, Tanot Mata Temple, Pokaran (where Indira Shakti Panorama is located).
• Khamba Fort (Jaisalmer): Budget 2024-25 announced the establishment of an Open Rock Museum here, to be developed on the lines of Chandigarh's Rock Garden. However, this project is currently stalled due to departmental disputes.

National Para Swimming Championship

• Dimple Vaishnav from Rajasthan won 1 gold and 2 silver medals at the National Para Swimming Championship held in Telangana.

Revision from Previous Session (Key Current Affairs)

• Inland Port/Waterway: To be established in Jalore.
• Jaipur Foundation Day Theme: "Vikas bhi aur Virasat bhi" (Development and Heritage).
• West-Central Regional Youth Festival: Held from November 12-14, 2025, at Kendriya Sanskrit Vishwavidyalaya, Jaipur.
• PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana: State-level ceremony for the 21st installment held in Jaipur.
• Rare Asiatic Caracal: Spotted in Ramgarh, Jaisalmer.
• Lord Parshwanath Crystal Idol: The country's most expensive crystal idol of Lord Parshwanath was made in Jaipur.
• Commonwealth Chess Championship (Kuala Lumpur): Kiyana Parihar from Rajasthan won a gold medal.