Rajasthan Current Affairs — December 2025
414 articles covering Rajasthan and national current affairs for December 2025, curated for RAS/RPSC exam preparation.
31 December 2025
(20 articles)MoEFCC Forest Conservation PIB Year-End Review 2025: 96 Ramsar Sites, 33 Elephant Reserves, CITES CoP-20 Samarkand
MoEFCC 2025 PIB review: 96 Ramsar Sites (highest in Asia), 33 Elephant Reserves in 14 states, CITES CoP-20 participation at Samarkand, 262.4 crore saplings under Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam, 50%+ non-fossil el
Arjun Erigaisi Wins Bronze at 2025 FIDE World Rapid Chess Championship in Doha; Becomes Second Indian Male After Viswanathan Anand to Podium at Worlds
Indian chess Grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi won the bronze medal in the men's section of the 2025 FIDE World Rapid Chess Championship held in Doha, Qatar, scoring 9.5 points out of 13 rounds. World champi
Amit Shah Inaugurates Redeveloped Batadrava Than in Assam — Rs 222 Crore Srimanta Sankardeva Project
Amit Shah inaugurated Rs 222 crore redeveloped Batadrava Than in Assam, birthplace of 15th-century saint Srimanta Sankardeva.
HAL Inaugurates Dhruv-NG Advanced Light Helicopter Civil Variant
HAL inaugurated Dhruv-NG civil helicopter: twin engines, 14 passengers, 285 km/h speed, 630 km range, configurable for VIP/ambulance.
Cabinet Approves Rs. 7,280 Crore Scheme to Promote Manufacturing of Sintered Rare Earth Permanent Magnets (REPM): India's Push for Clean Energy and Defence Supply Chain Self-Reliance
The Union Cabinet approved the 'Scheme to Promote Manufacturing of Sintered Rare Earth Permanent Magnets (REPM)' with a total financial outlay of Rs. 7,280 crore in late November 2025, with implementa
ISRO Conducts Static Test of Enhanced SSLV Third Stage at Sriharikota
ISRO tested enhanced SSLV third stage at Sriharikota; 108-second test with carbon-epoxy motor case increases payload by ~90 kg.
DoT Releases National Frequency Allocation Plan 2025, Supporting 5G, 6G, and Satellite Services
DoT released NFAP 2025 supporting 5G, 6G, satellite broadband, and NavIC; replaces 2018 edition.
PathGennie Software: Ministry of Science Year-End Highlight for Fast-Tracking Drug Discovery
PathGennie highlighted as key 2025 achievement; open-source drug-protein simulation for affordable drug discovery.
India's Real GDP Growth Hits 8.2% in Q2 FY2025-26; Economy on Track to Surpass Germany by 2030 and Become World's Third Largest
India recorded a real GDP growth rate of 8.2% in the second quarter of FY2025-26 (July-September 2025), reaffirming its position as the world's fastest-growing major economy. This performance was driv
PIB Year-End Review: Ministry of Home Affairs 2025 — NIA, NATGRID, OCND Highlights
MHA Year Review: OCND launched, Weapons Database, Hardik Singh for Khel Ratna; 24 Arjuna Award nominees including first yogasana athlete.
India Becomes World's 4th Largest Economy with GDP of USD 4.18 Trillion
India became world's 4th largest economy (USD 4.18T), surpassing Japan; Q2 FY26 GDP growth at 8.2%, forex reserves at USD 686.2 billion.
PRS December 2025 Monthly Policy Review: Winter Session — 8 Bills Passed, SHANTI Act and Insurance Amendment Highlight
PRS December 2025 review: Winter Session passed 8 bills — SHANTI Act, VB-G RAM G, Insurance Amendment (100% FDI), Health Security Cess. PRS flagged zero committee referrals and reduced productive sitt
DoT Announces Telecom Security Reforms: Pro Tem Scheme Extended, TSTL Fees Reduced by 50%
DoT extended Pro Tem telecom security scheme 2 years; reduced TSTL fees 50%; mandatory ITSAR certification for ONT devices from Jan 1, 2026.
Government Approves Rs 7,000 Crore Scheme for Rare Earth Permanent Magnet Manufacturing
Rs 7,000 crore scheme for rare earth permanent magnet manufacturing; key for EVs and defence.
PIB Year-End Review 2025: India's Space Programme Achievements Under Department of Space
ISRO 2025 highlights: heaviest launch (LVM3-M6), indigenous microprocessors, ISS mission by Shukla, Gaganyaan progress.
RBI Releases Report on Trend and Progress of Banking in India 2024-25
RBI banking report: 12 PSBs, balance sheet growth 11.2%, credit up 11.5%; fraud cases 5,092 with amount up 30% to Rs 21,515 crore.
National Frequency Allocation Plan 2025 Released — Supports 5G/6G and Satellite Services
NFAP-2025 released covering 8.3 kHz to 3000 GHz; allocates spectrum for 5G/6G, satellite services and V2X communication.
DAC Approves Rs 79,000 Crore Defence Procurement for Army, Navy, and Air Force
DAC approves Rs 79,000 crore defence procurement for tri-services modernization.
Rajasthan Wins Best Performance Award Under National Tobacco Control Programme (NTCP) 2024-25; State Tops Tobacco Free Youth Campaign
Rajasthan was awarded the Best Performance Award by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, under the National Tobacco Control Programme (NTCP) for the year 2024-25, recognisin
Gujarat Approves Indian Artificial Intelligence Research Organization at GIFT City with Rs 300 Crore Budget
Gujarat approved IAIRO at GIFT City with Rs 300 crore for AI research in Indian languages, healthcare, agriculture.
30 December 2025
(20 articles)DoT Releases National Frequency Allocation Plan 2025 (NFAP-2025)
DoT released NFAP-2025 effective Dec 30; incorporates WRC-23 decisions and 5G/6G spectrum provisions.
Supreme Court Stays Its Own Judgment on Aravalli Hills Definition; Directs Formation of High-Powered Expert Committee
The Supreme Court of India stayed its own November 20, 2025, judgment that had accepted a 100-metre elevation criterion for defining Aravalli hills, responding to widespread protests from environmenta
NHAI Signs MoU with National Test House to Strengthen Quality Assurance in National Highway Projects
The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) and the National Test House (NTH) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on December 30, 2025, at NHAI Headquarters in New Delhi to enhance quality,
Rajasthan 2025 Year in Review: Anti-Conversion Law, Hospital Fire Tragedy, Bus Fire in Jaisalmer, and Man-Animal Conflict
Rajasthan's year 2025 was marked by a series of tragedies, significant legislative developments, and governance challenges. In the legislative domain, the state assembly passed the Prohibition of Unla
Rajasthan Chief Secretary Directs RSMML to Increase Mineral Production
Rajasthan CS directed RSMML to boost mineral production; 43.15 lakh tonnes supplied in FY up to Nov 2025.
Khaleda Zia, First Female Prime Minister of Bangladesh, Passes Away at 80
Khaleda Zia, Bangladesh's first female PM and BNP chairperson, died at 80 on December 30; three-day state mourning declared.
ISRO Year-End Review 2025: SPADEX Docking, Shubhanshu Shukla on ISS, LVM3-M6 Record 6,100 kg Payload
ISRO 2025 highlights: SPADEX docking (4th country globally), Shubhanshu Shukla on ISS for 18 days (Axiom-4), LVM3-M6 record 6,100 kg payload, semi-cryogenic engine hot test, Space Vision 2047 roadmap.
DAC Approves Rs 79,000 Crore Defence Procurement for Army, Navy and Air Force
DAC approved Rs 79,000 crore defence procurements including Pinaka upgrades, Astra Mk-II missiles and LCA Tejas simulators.
IAF Software Development Institute Signs MoU with IIT Madras for Indigenous Airborne Communication
IAF SDI signed MoU with IIT Madras for indigenous airborne digital communication system with advanced encryption.
Parvati-Arga Bird Sanctuary in UP Declared Eco-Sensitive Zone
Parvati-Arga Bird Sanctuary (Gonda, UP), a Ramsar site covering 1,084 hectares, declared as Eco-Sensitive Zone.
Delhi-IIT Kanpur Partner for AI-Powered Grievance Monitoring System (IGMS)
Delhi-IIT Kanpur AI-powered IGMS integrates grievance portals for faster resolution and transparency.
Rajasthan Launches 'e-Swasthya Samvad': Digital Platform for Transparent Governance in Medical Education
The Rajasthan government launched 'e-Swasthya Samvad', a dedicated digital communication platform aimed at strengthening governance, transparency, and coordination within the state's medical education
Supreme Court Stays Own Judgment on 100-Metre Elevation Criterion for Aravalli Hills
Supreme Court stayed its judgment defining Aravalli hills by 100m elevation; environmentalists feared deregulation in Rajasthan, Haryana, Delhi-NCR.
Shipbuilding Financial Assistance Scheme and Development Scheme Notified — Rs 44,700 Crore Outlay
Rs 44,700 crore shipbuilding schemes SBFAS and SbDS notified; SBFAS provides 15-25% assistance per vessel until 2036.
Defence Acquisition Council Approves Rs 79,000 Crore Military Procurement Proposals
DAC approved Rs 79,000 crore defence procurement including loiter munitions, naval tugs, and fighter simulators.
Amit Shah Inaugurates NIA Anti-Terror Conference 2025; AI-Enabled Crime Databases Launched
Amit Shah inaugurated NIA Anti-Terror Conference; launched AI-enabled crime databases and updated NIA Crime Manual.
President Murmu Becomes Second President to Undertake Submarine Sortie on INS Vaghsheer
President Murmu undertakes submarine sortie on INS Vaghsheer; 2nd President to do so.
Rakesh Agarwal Appointed as Interim Director General of NIA
IPS officer Rakesh Agarwal appointed Interim DG of NIA by ACC.
Ministry of Labour Year-End Review 2025: e-Shram Crosses 31.42 Crore Registrations, Gig Worker Social Security Framework
e-Shram crossed 31.42 crore registrations in 2025 with 22-language Bhashini support; gig worker social security framework introduced; PM-SURAJ and PM-VIKAS schemes strengthened for unorganised workers
Rajasthan Launches e-Swasthya Samvad Digital Platform for Medical Education Governance
Rajasthan CM Bhajan Lal Sharma launched e-Swasthya Samvad for digital medical governance with bi-weekly video conferences and 72-hour action reports.
29 December 2025
(22 articles)Mahi Banswara Rajasthan Atomic Power Project: India's Largest Nuclear Project Gets Green Signal; PM Modi Laid Foundation Stone in September 2025
The Mahi Banswara Rajasthan Atomic Power Project (MBRAPP), India's largest planned nuclear power project, received its site approval from the Atomic Energy Regulatory Board (AERB) and had its foundati
Amit Shah Inaugurates Redeveloped 'Batadrava Than' in Assam's Nagaon District
Amit Shah inaugurated redeveloped Batadrava Than, Srimanta Sankardeva's birthplace, in Assam's Nagaon district.
MoEFCC Year-End Review 2025: 96 Ramsar Sites, 11 New Sites Added — Highest in Asia
India reached 96 Ramsar Sites in 2025 (highest in Asia), added Madhav Tiger Reserve, reported 30 cheetahs + 19 cubs under Project Cheetah, crossed 1,134 Protected Areas, and achieved 50%+ non-fossil e
Smriti Mandhana Becomes Fastest Woman to 10,000 International Runs; Second Indian After Mithali Raj to Achieve Landmark
India's star batter Smriti Mandhana achieved a historic milestone on December 28, 2025, becoming the fourth woman cricketer in history and the second Indian to score 10,000 international runs across a
DRDO Successfully Conducts Maiden Flight Test of Pinaka LRGR-120 Rocket
DRDO tested Pinaka LRGR-120 guided rocket with 120 km range at Chandipur; DAC cleared it for Army induction the same day.
Incense Stick Standard IS 19412:2025 Released — India's First Dedicated Agarbatti Standard
India released IS 19412:2025, its first agarbatti standard, banning harmful chemicals; annual production worth Rs 8,000 crore.
BIS Notifies India's First Standard IS19445:2025 for Bomb Disposal Systems
BIS notifies IS19445:2025: India's first bomb disposal systems standard; developed with DRDO.
INSV Kaundinya Embarks on Maiden Overseas Voyage from Porbandar to Muscat
INSV Kaundinya, a stitched sailing vessel based on Ajanta Cave murals, sailed from Porbandar to Muscat retracing ancient maritime routes.
VB-G RAM G Act 2025 — Parliament Replaces MGNREGA with Enhanced Rural Employment Law
Parliament passed VB-G RAM G Act 2025, replacing MGNREGA with 125 workdays/household, 60:40 Centre-State funding, USVV digital integration, and strengthened Panchayati Raj role. PRS flagged limited co
Ministry of Civil Aviation Launches 24x7 Passenger Assistance Control Room (PACR)
Civil Aviation Ministry launched 24x7 PACR to resolve aviation passenger grievances; integrates DGCA, AAI, BCAS.
Supreme Court Stays Delhi High Court Order; Rajasthan e-Swasthya Samvad Platform Launched to Strengthen Medical Education Governance
In two significant December 29, 2025 developments: First, the Supreme Court of India stayed a Delhi High Court order, asserting its supervisory jurisdiction in a matter concerning institutional govern
PARAM Rudra Supercomputer Unveiled at IIT Patna Under National Supercomputing Mission
PARAM Rudra supercomputer launched at IIT Patna under National Supercomputing Mission, supporting research in AI, quantum computing.
Government Imposes 5-Year Anti-Dumping Duty on Chinese Refrigerant Gas and Electrical Steel
India imposed 5-year anti-dumping duties on Chinese refrigerant gas R-134a and cold-rolled electrical steel to protect domestic manufacturers.
Karnataka Launches India's First AI-Powered Skills Intelligence Unit (KSIU)
Karnataka launched KSIU, India's first AI skills intelligence unit; integrates university and government data for workforce planning.
INSV Kaundinya Sets Sail from Porbandar to Muscat on December 29, Retracing India's 5,000-Year-Old Ancient Maritime Routes
The Indian Navy's stitched sailing vessel INSV Kaundinya departed Porbandar in Gujarat on December 29, 2025, for its maiden overseas voyage to Muscat, Oman, symbolically retracing ancient maritime tra
India-Australia ECTA: 100% Australian Tariff Lines Now Zero-Duty for Indian Exports
100% Australian tariff lines became zero-duty for Indian exports from Jan 1, 2026 under ECTA's third anniversary; India-Australia exports grew 8% in FY25.
Zepto Files Confidential IPO Papers with SEBI to Raise Rs 11,000 Crore; India's Quick Commerce Sector Eyes Public Markets Amid Intense Competition
Indian quick commerce unicorn Zepto filed confidential draft red herring prospectus (DRHP) papers with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) on December 27, 2025, seeking to raise approxim
Union Minister Goyal: 100% Australian Tariff Lines Go Zero-Duty from January 1, 2026
100% Australian tariff lines go zero-duty from Jan 1, 2026 under India-Australia ECTA agreement.
Indian National Congress Celebrates 140th Foundation Day on December 28
INC celebrated 140th Foundation Day; founded Dec 28, 1885 by A.O. Hume at Gokuldas Tejpal College, Bombay.
President Murmu Undertakes Submarine Sortie on INS Vaghsheer at Karwar Naval Base
President Murmu became the second Indian President to undertake a submarine sortie, aboard INS Vaghsheer at Karwar, after APJ Abdul Kalam in 2006.
Indian Astronomers Discover Alaknanda: Second-Farthest Known Spiral Galaxy Using JWST
Indian astronomers discover Alaknanda: 2nd farthest spiral galaxy using JWST data.
BIS Notifies India's First Standard for Bomb Disposal Systems (IS 19445:2025)
BIS notified IS 19445:2025, India's first standard for bomb disposal systems covering bomb blankets, baskets and inhibitors.
28 December 2025
(13 articles)RBI Announces ₹2 Lakh Crore OMO Purchase and $10 Billion USD/INR Swap to Inject Liquidity into Banking System
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announced a significant liquidity injection package in late December 2025, comprising Open Market Operations (OMO) purchase auctions worth ₹2 lakh crore and a USD/INR b
PM Modi chairs 5th National Conference of Chief Secretaries in Delhi
PM Modi chaired 5th National Conference of Chief Secretaries on 27-28 Dec for Centre-State development dialogue.
India and France Sign Agreement for Production of SIGMA 30N Naval System in India
India-France signed agreement for SIGMA 30N naval fire control system production in India under Make in India.
Supreme Court Redraws Great Indian Bustard Conservation Map: Targeted Restrictions Balance Renewable Energy and Wildlife Protection in Rajasthan
On December 19, 2025, the Supreme Court of India delivered its final judgment in M.K. Ranjitsinh & Others v. Union of India — a landmark ruling balancing protection of the critically endangered Great
India unveils first BIS standard for incense sticks (IS 19412:2025)
India's first BIS standard for agarbatti (IS 19412:2025) bans insecticides; India produces Rs 8,000 crore annually.
India assumes Kimberley Process chairmanship; Rajasthan connects to diamond trade oversight
India's Kimberley Process chairmanship significant for Jaipur's gem and jewellery sector.
e-Shram Portal Crosses 31.42 Crore Registrations; Adds 22 Languages via Bhashini
e-Shram portal crossed 31.42 crore registrations; upgraded to 22 languages via Bhashini project.
IIT Patna launches PARAM Rudra, Bihar's first supercomputer
IIT Patna launched PARAM Rudra, Bihar's first supercomputer for AI, quantum computing and materials research.
Indian Coast Guard conducts RPREX-25 oil spill exercise off Mumbai coast
Indian Coast Guard conducted RPREX-25 oil spill response exercise off Mumbai with ICG, MPA and ONGC.
Rajasthan's RDSS-Backed Rooftop Solar Drive: Accelerating Distributed Renewable Energy and Reducing T&D Losses
Rajasthan is expediting the installation of rooftop solar power plants under the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS), a Reforms-based and Results-linked initiative launched by the Ministry of P
India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement Concluded: Zero-Duty Market Access and $20 Billion Investment Commitment
India and New Zealand concluded negotiations on a bilateral Free Trade Agreement (FTA) in December 2025, marking a significant expansion of India's trade architecture in the Indo-Pacific region. The a
NITI Aayog Report on Internationalisation of Higher Education: India-Abroad Student Ratio 1:28, 22 Policy Interventions Recommended
NITI Aayog report flags India:abroad student ratio at 1:28 (India sends 1.3M, receives ~47K). Recommends 22 policy interventions including Erasmus+-type exchange, dual degrees, international student h
Insurance Laws Amendment Act 2025: 100% FDI in Insurance Approved Under Sabka Bima Sabki Raksha
Insurance Laws Amendment Act 2025 raises FDI cap in insurance from 74% to 100% (Sabka Bima Sabki Raksha). Also introduces composite licences, lower NFO for foreign reinsurers, and broader distribution
27 December 2025
(15 articles)PM Modi Chairs 5th National Conference of Chief Secretaries in Delhi: Centre-State Partnership, Viksit Bharat 2047, and Cooperative Federalism in Focus
Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired the fifth National Conference of Chief Secretaries in New Delhi on December 27–28, 2025, marking a significant milestone in India's governance architecture for Cen
India-Oman CEPA Signed December 18, 2025: Second Gulf Free Trade Pact Opens Zero-Duty Access to Oman Market
India signed its second Gulf CEPA with Oman on Dec 18, 2025. Oman grants zero duty on 98.08% tariff lines. Bilateral trade was $10.6B in FY25. Covers goods, services, and investment. First Gulf CEPA w
India assumes Kimberley Process chairmanship from January 2026
India assumes Kimberley Process chairmanship for the third time from Jan 2026, succeeding UAE.
PMGSY Completes 25 Years: India's Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana Achieves 95% Road Completion Target, Phase IV Targets 62,500 km by 2029
The Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY), India's flagship rural road connectivity scheme, completed 25 years since its launch by Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee on December 25, 2000. As of De
India's first indigenous 1.5-tesla MRI scanner deployed in Chandrapur, Maharashtra
India's first indigenous 1.5T MRI scanner deployed in Chandrapur, 40% cheaper than imports.
Rajasthan Plans 12 New Industrial and Sectoral Policies to Attract Investment: Covering Semiconductors, Green Hydrogen, Defence, Aerospace, and Sustainable Industries
The Government of Rajasthan announced plans to introduce 12 new industrial and sectoral policies to accelerate economic development, attract investment, and strengthen the state's industrial ecosystem
Odisha appoints Anu Garg as its first woman Chief Secretary
Anu Garg becomes Odisha's first woman Chief Secretary, effective 1 January 2026.
SHANTI Act and VB-G RAM G Act 2025: India Privatises Nuclear Sector, Revamps Rural Employment Guarantee
Parliament passed the SHANTI Act (replacing Atomic Energy Act 1962, opening nuclear to private players) and VB-G RAM G Act (replacing MGNREGA, raising workdays to 125, Centre-State ratio 60:40) in Win
CAG Audit Exposes PMKVY Failures: 94-95% Beneficiaries Had Fake Bank Accounts, 1 Crore Shared Same Credentials
CAG audit of PMKVY (Rs 10,000 cr scheme) found 94-95% beneficiaries had fake bank accounts and ~1 crore shared the same login credentials, exposing mass fraud in the Skill India flagship and raising D
PM Modi Chairs Fifth National Conference of Chief Secretaries in New Delhi
PM Modi chaired 5th Chief Secretaries Conference Dec 26-28 with theme 'Human Capital for Viksit Bharat'.
K-4 Submarine-Launched Ballistic Missile Successfully Test-Fired from INS Arighaat in Bay of Bengal: India Strengthens Second-Strike Nuclear Deterrence
India successfully test-fired the K-4 submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM) from INS Arighaat, a nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine (SSBN), in the Bay of Bengal off the Visakhapatnam co
MoPSW Notifies Rs 44,700 Crore Shipbuilding Schemes SBFAS and SbDS
MoPSW notified Rs 44,700 crore SBFAS and SbDS shipbuilding schemes with 15-25% financial assistance.
PV Sindhu elected chair of BWF Athletes' Commission for 2026-2029
PV Sindhu elected BWF Athletes' Commission chair for 2026-2029.
India Assumes Kimberley Process Chairmanship for 2026: Focus on Conflict-Free Diamond Trade, Digital Certification, and Governance Reform
India assumed the Chairpersonship of the Kimberley Process (KP) from January 1, 2026, taking over from the UAE which held the chair in 2025. This is India's third term as KP Chair (previous terms: 201
K-4 submarine-launched ballistic missile test-fired from INS Arighaat
K-4 SLBM test-fired from INS Arighaat with 3,500 km range, strengthening sea-based nuclear deterrence.
26 December 2025
(11 articles)Amit Shah Launches India's First AI-Powered Organised Crime Network Database (OCND)
HM Shah launched AI-powered OCND at NIA Anti-Terror Conference; integrates FIRs and dossiers from all states in real time.
Veer Bal Diwas 2025 Observed; PM Modi Participates at Bharat Mandapam
Veer Bal Diwas observed Dec 26 honouring Sahibzada martyrdom; PM Modi participated at Bharat Mandapam.
Google and ReNew Energy Sign Agreement for 150 MW Solar Project in Rajasthan
Google-ReNew signed agreement for 150 MW solar project in Rajasthan; to generate 425,000 MWh annually from 2026.
India's Foreign Exchange Reserves Rise by $4.37 Billion to $693.32 Billion: RBI Data Shows Fifth Consecutive Weekly Gain
India's foreign exchange (forex) reserves increased by USD 4.368 billion to USD 693.318 billion for the week ending December 19, 2025, according to data released by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on
PMGSY Completes 25 Years: Rural Road Network Milestone in India
PMGSY completes 25 years; connected lakhs of rural habitations with all-weather roads.
PARAM Rudra Supercomputer Launched at IIT Patna Under National Supercomputing Mission
PARAM Rudra supercomputer launched at IIT Patna under National Supercomputing Mission; first in Bihar.
Amit Shah Inaugurates Anti-Terror Conference 2025 in New Delhi; Launches India's First AI-Powered Organised Crime Network Database (OCND) and NIA Weapons Database
Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated the two-day Anti-Terrorism Conference 2025 organised by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) in New Delhi on December 26, 2025. The conference, attended by
PMGSY Completes 25 Years: Over 7.87 Lakh km of Rural Roads Sanctioned, Connecting India's Villages; Phase IV Targets 25,000 Habitations by 2029
The Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) completed 25 years on December 25–26, 2025, having been launched on December 25, 2000 under Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee to provide all-weather road
Amit Shah Launches India's First AI-Powered Organised Crime Network Database
Amit Shah launched OCND, India's first AI-powered organised crime database, at Anti-Terrorism Conference 2025.
Veer Bal Diwas 2025: President Murmu Confers Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar on 20 Children at Vigyan Bhawan; PM Modi Addresses Youth at Bharat Mandapam
On December 26, 2025, India observed Veer Bal Diwas — a national day instituted to commemorate the martyrdom of the four sons (Sahibzade) of Guru Gobind Singh Ji — with two concurrent events in New De
Google and ReNew Energy Sign Long-Term Agreement for 150 MW Solar Project in Rajasthan; Google's Third Renewable Deal in India to Reduce Scope 3 Emissions
ReNew Energy Global and Google announced a long-term power purchase agreement in December 2025 for a 150 megawatt (MW) solar power project to be developed in Rajasthan, India, with commissioning expec
25 December 2025
(12 articles)Jaipur Becomes First City to Offer Three Leopard Safaris for Wildlife Tourism
Jaipur became the first city with three leopard safaris under Rajasthan Tourism Policy 2025.
PM Modi Inaugurates Rashtra Prerna Sthal on Vajpayee's 101st Birth Anniversary
PM Modi inaugurated Rashtra Prerna Sthal on Vajpayee's 101st birth anniversary; Good Governance Day observed.
Good Governance Day 2025: Nation Observes Birth Anniversary of Former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee
Good Governance Day on Dec 25 marked Vajpayee's birth anniversary; 2.11 lakh grievances resolved during week.
Rajasthan Schools Shut for Winter Vacation December 25 – January 5 Amid Cold Wave; Several Districts Extend Closures Till January 14
Winter vacation for schools across Rajasthan commenced on December 25, 2025 and was scheduled to continue till January 5, 2026, following a directive issued by the Rajasthan Education Department in re
Delhi Metro Phase V-A Approved by Union Cabinet: 3 New Corridors, 16.1 km, Rs 12,015 Crore
Union Cabinet approved Delhi Metro Phase V-A: 3 corridors, 13 stations, 16.1 km at Rs 12,015 crore cost.
Good Governance Day 2025: 5th Good Governance Week (Sushasan Saptah) Culminates on Atal Bihari Vajpayee's Birth Anniversary with Theme 'Prashasan Gaon Ki Ore'
December 25, 2025 marks Good Governance Day (Sushasan Divas), observed annually on the birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee (December 25, 1924 – August 16, 2018) to honour h
VB-G RAM G Act 2025 Replaces MGNREGA: Rural Households Get 125 Days Employment Guarantee, States Share 40% Cost in New Framework
The Viksit Bharat — Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Act, 2025 (VB-G RAM G Act) officially replaced the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act, 2005 (MGNREGA) after r
PM Modi Inaugurates 'Rashtra Prerna Sthal' in Lucknow on Vajpayee's 101st Birth Anniversary
PM Modi inaugurated Rashtra Prerna Sthal in Lucknow with 65-ft statues of Vajpayee, Mookerjee, and Upadhyaya on Good Governance Day.
Vinod Kumar Shukla Becomes First Chhattisgarh Author to Receive Jnanpith Award
Vinod Kumar Shukla: first Chhattisgarh author to receive Jnanpith Award for Hindi literature.
Rajasthan MLA-LAD Fund Sting Operation: Ethics Committee Probes Three MLAs for Demanding Commission; CM Bhajan Lal Orders Zero-Tolerance Inquiry
A media sting operation in December 2025 exposed alleged corruption in Rajasthan's MLA Local Area Development (MLA-LAD) fund scheme, in which elected legislators across party lines were accused of dem
Bureau of Port Security (BoPS) Constituted Under Merchant Shipping Act 2025
Bureau of Port Security constituted under Merchant Shipping Act; statutory maritime security body.
India's Export Promotion Mission (EPM) Approved: Rs 25,060 Crore Outlay for FY 2025-31 as Government Shifts to Unified, Outcome-Based Export Support Framework
The Union Cabinet approved the Export Promotion Mission (EPM) as a flagship structural reform in India's trade policy, with a total outlay of Rs 25,060 crore for the period FY 2025–26 to FY 2030–31. T
24 December 2025
(12 articles)INS Anjadip: Third Indigenous Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft Delivered to Indian Navy at Chennai, Showcasing Atmanirbhar Bharat in Defence
The third Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW SWC), named 'Anjadip', was delivered to the Indian Navy on December 22, 2025, at INS Adyar, Chennai. The vessel was indigenously designed and
President Gives Assent to Digital Personal Data Protection Amendment Act, 2025
President assented to DPDP Amendment Act 2025; establishes Data Protection Board with powers to impose penalties up to Rs 250 crore.
ISRO's LVM3-M6 Launches Heaviest Satellite from Indian Soil — BlueBird Block-2 for AST SpaceMobile
ISRO LVM3-M6 launched 6,100 kg BlueBird 6 — heaviest satellite from Indian soil; 2,400 sq ft antenna for direct smartphone connectivity.
Rajasthan Launches 'e-Swasthya Samvad' Digital Platform for Medical Education Governance and Rajasthan Rozgar Utsav: 20,000 Youth to Receive Appointment Letters
The Rajasthan government launched two significant initiatives in December 2025 under Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma. First, the 'e-Swasthya Samvad' digital platform was unveiled to strengthen govern
Securities Markets Code 2025 Referred to Parliamentary Standing Committee on Finance
The Securities Markets Code 2025 consolidates SEBI Act 1992, SCRA 1956, and Depositories Act 1996 into one unified law. Referred to the Standing Committee on Finance. Proposes SEBI Board expansion fro
India's Lightning Crisis: 9th National Lightning Conference Warns of 400% Rise in Strikes Since 2019, Climate Change Driving Deadly Surge
Experts at the 9th National Lightning Conference, held in December 2025, issued a stark warning that lightning remains India's deadliest yet most underestimated natural disaster, with strikes having r
Rajasthan Launches 'e-Swasthya Samvad' Digital Platform for Medical Education
Rajasthan launched e-Swasthya Samvad digital platform for medical education governance and transparency.
Subansiri Lower Hydroelectric Project: NHPC Commissions 250 MW Unit-2 of India's Largest Hydropower Project on December 23, 2025
The National Hydroelectric Power Corporation (NHPC) declared the commercial operation of Unit-2 (250 MW) of the 2,000 MW Subansiri Lower Hydroelectric Project (SLHEP) from 00:00 hours on December 23,
National Consumer Rights Day 2025: Theme 'Efficient and Speedy Disposal through Digital Justice' Highlights India's Push for Technology-Driven Grievance Redressal
India observed National Consumer Rights Day on December 24, 2025, with the theme 'Efficient and Speedy Disposal through Digital Justice'. The day commemorates the Presidential assent to the Consumer P
ISRO Launches Heaviest-Ever Payload: BlueBird Block-2 Satellite via LVM3-M6
ISRO launched 6,100 kg BlueBird Block-2 via LVM3-M6 from Sriharikota — heaviest payload and 104th launch.
Digital Personal Data Protection Amendment Enforced; Data Protection Board Established
DPDP Amendment enforced; Data Protection Board established for India's digital economy.
Rajasthan Health Department Deploys 29 AI-Powered X-Ray Machines for TB Detection
Rajasthan deployed 29 AI-powered portable X-ray machines for rapid TB screening in remote villages.
23 December 2025
(15 articles)Jnanpith awardee Hindi writer Vinod Kumar Shukla passes away at 88
Jnanpith awardee Vinod Kumar Shukla (88) passed away; first Chhattisgarh writer to win India's highest literary honour.
Indian Coast Guard Inducts First Pollution Control Vessel 'Samudra Pratap' at Goa
Rajnath Singh commissioned ICGS Samudra Pratap, India's first indigenous pollution control vessel, at Goa Shipyard.
Rajasthan Weather: Severe Cold Wave Alert for December 23–25; Night Temperatures to Fall 2–4°C Below Normal Amid Fog and Frost Advisory
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a severe cold wave alert for Rajasthan for the period December 23–25, 2025, forecasting a drop of 2 to 4 degrees Celsius in night temperatures below no
India's Second Inter-State Tiger Relocation: Tigress PN-224 Airlifted from Pench Tiger Reserve (MP) to Ramgarh Vishdhari Tiger Reserve, Rajasthan's Bundi District
In a landmark wildlife conservation operation, a three-year-old tigress designated PN-224 was airlifted from Pench Tiger Reserve in Madhya Pradesh to Ramgarh Vishdhari Tiger Reserve in Rajasthan's Bun
Saleem Ahmad Takes Charge as CMD of Rail Vikas Nigam Limited (RVNL)
Saleem Ahmad became new CMD of RVNL, a Navratna PSE under Ministry of Railways.
Delhi High Court Grants Bail to Kuldeep Singh Sengar in 2017 Unnao Rape Case
Delhi HC granted bail to Kuldeep Sengar in 2017 Unnao rape case on health grounds after six years in custody.
India achieves 20% ethanol blending in petrol, surpassing 2030 target
India achieved E20 (20% ethanol blending) target five years ahead of schedule by November 2025.
Rajasthan Rozgar Utsav: CM Bhajanlal Distributes 20,000 Government Appointment Letters to Youth
CM Bhajanlal Sharma distributed 20,000 government appointment letters on Rajasthan's 2-year government anniversary: 14,000 health, 2,500 livestock, 900 jail, and 2,600 rural development posts.
GRSE Delivers Third ASW Shallow Water Craft 'Anjadip' to Indian Navy; 88% Indigenous Content Marks Milestone in Atmanirbhar Bharat Defence Shipbuilding
Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE), a Defence Public Sector Undertaking under the Ministry of Defence, delivered the third Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW SWC), named INS A
Satwik-Chirag Win Historic Bronze Medal at BWF World Tour Finals 2025 in Hangzhou; First Indian Men's Doubles Pair to Medal at Season-Ending Tournament
Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty scripted history at the BWF World Tour Finals 2025 in Hangzhou, China, becoming the first Indian men's doubles pair to win a medal at the season-ending badmin
President approves SHANTI Bill 2025 allowing private nuclear power plants
SHANTI Bill 2025 approved: private companies can build nuclear plants; target 100 GW by 2047, FDI up to 49%.
ISRO's LVM3-M6 Mission Scheduled for December 24: Set to Launch AST SpaceMobile BlueBird Block-2 — Heaviest Payload for LVM3 in Dedicated Commercial Mission
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) announced that its LVM3-M6 (Launch Vehicle Mark 3, Mission 6) rocket was scheduled to lift off on December 24, 2025, at 8:54 AM IST from the Second Launch
VB-G RAM Bill 2025 replaces MGNREGA, increases employment guarantee to 125 days
VB-G RAM Bill replaces MGNREGA, increases rural employment guarantee from 100 to 125 days annually.
Great Indian Bustard Population Rises to 198 in Jaisalmer, Supreme Court Orders Protection
GIB population in Jaisalmer rose to 198; Supreme Court approved 14,013 sq km priority conservation area in December 2025.
Kisan Diwas 2025: 2nd Chaudhary Charan Singh Awards presented in New Delhi
Kisan Diwas celebrated on 23 Dec; 2nd Chaudhary Charan Singh Awards presented for rural development contributions.
22 December 2025
(13 articles)President Grants Assent to SHANTI Bill 2025, Replacing Atomic Energy Act 1962
President assented to SHANTI Bill 2025, replacing Atomic Energy Act 1962; allows private sector in nuclear power.
President Assents to Viksit Bharat GRAM Act 2025, Replacing MGNREGA
President assented to GRAM Act 2025 replacing MGNREGA; integrates skill-based employment with rural wage work.
Second WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine Concludes in New Delhi with 'Delhi Declaration'; India Co-hosts Landmark Event with WHO
The second WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine concluded in New Delhi on December 19, 2025, jointly organised by the World Health Organization (WHO) and India's Ministry of AYUSH. Held from Dece
SC Tightens Great Indian Bustard Safeguards; Redraws Green Energy Corridor in Rajasthan
SC ordered undergrounding of 80 km of 33kV lines in GIB habitat, redrew energy corridor south of Desert National Park, and revised Priority Areas to 14,013 sq km in Rajasthan.
India Achieves 20% Ethanol Blending — 5 Years Ahead of Schedule
India achieved 20% ethanol blending in petrol by December 2025, five years ahead of the 2030 target. Maize is now the largest feedstock (~50%), production grew from 38 crore to 1000+ crore litres, and
National Mathematics Day 2025 Observed on December 22 Honouring Srinivasa Ramanujan
National Mathematics Day observed Dec 22 honouring Ramanujan's birth anniversary; nationwide educational events held.
2025 Marks Highest-Ever Renewable Energy Expansion in India
India added 44.51 GW renewable energy in 2025, nearly double of 2024, with solar crossing 100 GW mark.
Sabka Bima Sabki Raksha Act 2025 — 100% FDI in Insurance Sector
Parliament passed Sabka Bima Sabki Raksha Act on Dec 17, notified Dec 22, raising insurance FDI cap from 74% to 100%, amending Insurance Act 1938, LIC Act 1956 and IRDAI Act 1999, and creating a Polic
Vivek Menon Elected First Asian Chair of IUCN Species Survival Commission
Vivek Menon became the first Asian elected as Chair of IUCN SSC for 2025-2029 term.
Bhajanlal Sharma Government Marks Two Years in Office; Rajasthan Achieves 'Ease of Doing Business' Leadership and Rs 7 Lakh Crore Investment Execution
The Bhajanlal Sharma-led BJP government in Rajasthan completed two years in office in December 2025, marking the occasion with a series of development announcements and a progress review of key govern
Jaipur Becomes India's First City with Three Leopard Safaris; Rajasthan Leads Wildlife Tourism with Multi-Species Safari Infrastructure
Jaipur has become the first city in India to offer three separate leopard safaris, making it a unique multi-species wildlife tourism destination. The city now boasts leopard safaris at three distinct
DGCA Orders IndiGo to Cut Flights by 10% After Scheduling Crisis; 4,500+ Flights Cancelled in December 2025 Due to Crew Fatigue Rule Non-Compliance
India's civil aviation regulator, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), escalated its crackdown on IndiGo — the country's largest airline with over 60% domestic market share — ordering a 1
Rajasthan Ranks First in India in Installed Solar Energy Capacity at 22,860 MW; State Accounts for 27% of Nation's Cumulative Solar Capacity
Rajasthan has consolidated its position as India's undisputed leader in solar energy, with an installed solar power capacity of 22,860 MW — the highest in the country and accounting for approximately
21 December 2025
(11 articles)India-Cuba Sign Ayush MoU: AYUSH Chair at Cuban University, Panchakarma Centre in Havana
India-Cuba Ayush MoU signed at WHO Summit; AYUSH Chair at Cuban university and Panchakarma Centre in Havana — first in Latin America.
India Assumes BRICS Presidency 2026: Brazil Formally Hands Over Gavel at 4th Sherpas Meeting; Theme 'Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability'
Brazil formally handed over the BRICS presidency to India at the 4th BRICS Sherpas Meeting, concluded on December 12, 2025, with the symbolic transfer of the gavel. India will serve as the rotating Ch
Jaipur Becomes World's First City with Three Leopard Safaris: Beed Papad Safari Inaugurated June 2025, Joining Jhalana and Amagarh
Jaipur has become the world's first city to offer three dedicated leopard safaris, following the inauguration of the Beed Papad Leopard Safari on June 5, 2025, by Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma. The
Rajasthan's Hariyalo Rajasthan Environment Conclave 2025: CM Bhajanlal Sharma Unveils Green Economy Roadmap, 20 Crore Saplings Planted in Two Years
Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma presided over the Hariyalo Rajasthan Environment Conclave held in Jaipur on December 18, 2025, themed 'The Roadmap from Green Budget to Green Economy – 2030 and Beyond'
Rajasthan Among Top States in Ease of Doing Business; CM Sharma Reviews Investment Simplification
Rajasthan among top EoDB states; CM reviewed investment simplification; over Rs 5 lakh crore investment commitments attracted.
UPI Records 21.6 Billion Transactions in December 2025, Smashing Previous Records
UPI hit record 21.6 billion transactions in Dec 2025 worth Rs 23 lakh crore; 50 crore active users; cross-border expansion ongoing.
SHANTI Act 2025 Enacted: President Droupadi Murmu Grants Assent on December 20; India's Nuclear Sector Opens to Private Participation
President Droupadi Murmu granted assent to the Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India (SHANTI) Bill on December 20, 2025, making it law the day before India's
Brazil Formally Hands Over BRICS Presidency to India; 2026 Theme: Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation, Sustainability
Brazil handed BRICS presidency to India for 2026; 4th time India chairs BRICS; theme — Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation, Sustainability.
India's Net Direct Tax Collections Grow 8% to ₹17.05 Lakh Crore in FY2026 as of December 17; Gross Collections Cross ₹20 Lakh Crore
India's net direct tax collections for Financial Year 2025-26 recorded a robust growth of 8.00% as of December 17, 2025, reaching ₹17.05 lakh crore compared to the corresponding period of the previous
Sabka Bima Sabki Raksha Act: Presidential Assent and Gazette Notification on December 21, 2025 — Key Reforms in Insurance Sector
The Sabka Bima Sabki Raksha Act was formally notified on December 21, 2025, granting LIC autonomy for overseas restructuring, giving IRDAI disgorgement powers, cutting foreign reinsurer NOF requiremen
First QUAD Field Training Exercise Conducted at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam
First QUAD FTX held at Guam Dec 8-12; India, US, Australia, Japan practised disaster response; IPLN network operationalised.
20 December 2025
(13 articles)Rajasthan Venture Capital Fund Launches India Growth Fund IV with Rs 150 Crore Corpus for Pre-Series A and Series A Tech Startups
The Rajasthan Venture Capital Fund (RVCF) launched its fourth fund — India Growth Fund IV — with a corpus of Rs 150 crore in December 2025 to invest in pre-Series A and Series A stage technology start
SHANTI Act 2025: India's Landmark Nuclear Energy Reform
SHANTI Act 2025 passed in December, enabling private sector in nuclear energy, repealing Atomic Energy Act 1962.
Rajdhani Express Hits Elephant Herd in Assam: 7 Elephants Killed, 5 Coaches Derailed
Rajdhani Express hit elephant herd in Assam's Hojai; 7 elephants killed, 5 coaches derailed; all 650 passengers safe.
Sabka Bima Sabki Raksha (Insurance Laws Amendment) Act 2025: India Allows 100% FDI in Insurance, Notified December 21, 2025
The Sabka Bima Sabki Raksha (Amendment of Insurance Laws) Act, 2025, passed during the Winter Session of Parliament, was notified on December 21, 2025. The Act introduces Section 3AA allowing 100% for
NPS Exit Rules Amended: Lump Sum Withdrawal Raised to 80% for Non-Government Subscribers
PFRDA raised NPS lump sum withdrawal to 80% for non-government subscribers; NPS AUM exceeds Rs 13.5 lakh crore.
Sashastra Seema Bal Celebrates 62nd Raising Day; HM Amit Shah Attends Ceremony in Himachal
SSB 62nd Raising Day on Dec 20; HM Shah attended in Kangra; SSB guards Nepal (1751 km) and Bhutan (699 km) borders.
SHANTI Act 2025 Receives Presidential Assent on December 20: India Opens Nuclear Energy Sector to Private Players, Replaces 63-Year-Old Atomic Energy Act
The Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India (SHANTI) Act, 2025 received Presidential assent from President Droupadi Murmu on December 20, 2025, after being pass
India Targets Rs 3 Lakh Crore Defence Production and Rs 50,000 Crore Exports by 2029
India targets Rs 3 lakh crore defence production and Rs 50,000 crore exports by 2029; private sector share now 35%.
PIB Year-End Review: India's Employment Indicators Improve; Unemployment Rate Declines to 4.8%
LFPR at 56.1%, unemployment at 4.8% in Dec 2025; CRISIL raised FY26 GDP forecast to 7%.
India Becomes World's Fourth-Largest Economy in 2025; GDP Projected at $7.3 Trillion by 2030, Third-Largest in 2.5–3 Years
India surpassed Japan to become the world's fourth-largest economy in 2025, with real GDP growth of approximately 7.8% year-on-year in Q1 FY2025-26. The OECD Economic Outlook (Volume 2025, Issue 2) pr
Rajasthan CM Bhajanlal Sharma's Two-Year Governance Review: Vande Ganga Water Campaign, 3 Lakh Skilled Youth, and Rs 35 Lakh Crore Rising Rajasthan MoUs Progress
In an exclusive interview published on December 20, 2025 marking the completion of two years in office, Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma outlined his government's governance philosophy and ke
President Grants Assent to SHANTI Bill and VB-G RAM G Act 2025
President granted assent to SHANTI Act (nuclear reform) and VB-G RAM G Act (MGNREGA replacement) on December 20.
Kalanubhaav Exhibition Showcasing Rajasthan's Artisanal Craft Innovations Inaugurated in Delhi
Kalanubhaav exhibition in Delhi showcased Rajasthan artisan innovations via JCKIC; features AR/VR Dharohar museum and digital platform.
19 December 2025
(10 articles)India's Forex Reserves Rise by $4.37 Billion to $693.32 Billion for Week Ended December 19, 2025: RBI Data Shows Gold and FCA Drive Growth
India's foreign exchange (forex) reserves rose by $4.368 billion to $693.318 billion during the week ended December 19, 2025, according to weekly data released by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). This
Parliament Winter Session 2025 Adjourns Sine Die After Passing 8 Key Bills
Winter Session adjourned sine die on Dec 19 after 19 days; 8 key Bills passed including SHANTI, insurance FDI, and MGNREGA replacement.
Second WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine Concludes in New Delhi: 26 Nations Sign Delhi Declaration, WHO Launches Traditional Medicine Global Library
The Second WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine, titled 'Restoring Balance: The Science and Practice of Health and Well-being,' concluded on December 19, 2025, in New Delhi, India. Hosted by Indi
PM Modi Addresses Closing Ceremony of 2nd WHO Traditional Medicine Summit; Delhi Declaration Adopted
PM Modi closed WHO Traditional Medicine Summit; Delhi Declaration adopted by 26 nations; India-Cuba Ayush MoU signed; MAISP portal launched.
India's Forex Reserves Rise $4.37 Billion to $693.32 Billion for Week Ended December 19
India's forex reserves rose $4.37 billion to $693.32 billion (week ending Dec 19); gold reserves surged $2.6 billion to $110.4 billion.
DGCA Orders IndiGo to Cut Winter Flight Schedule by 5% After Scheduling Crisis Causes 4,500 Cancellations in December 2025
India's aviation regulator, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), ordered IndiGo — the country's largest airline with over 60% domestic market share — to reduce its winter flight schedule
Rajasthan Chief Secretary Directs RSMML to Boost Mineral Production; 43 Lakh Tonnes Supplied
Rajasthan Chief Secretary directed RSMML to boost mineral output; 43.15 lakh tonnes supplied; mining sector targets 5% of GDP by FY30.
Parliament Winter Session Adjourns Sine Die: 8 Landmark Bills Passed, 110% Lok Sabha Productivity
Winter Session adjourned Dec 19; 8 bills passed; Lok Sabha productivity 110%, Rajya Sabha 121%.
Good Governance Week 2025 Launched: 'Prashasan Gaon Ki Ore' Campaign Dec 19-25
Good Governance Week Dec 19-25; 'Prashasan Gaon Ki Ore' theme; 2.11 lakh grievances resolved.
Jaipur Becomes World's First City with Three Leopard Safaris as Wildlife Tourism Surges in Rajasthan's Urban Forest Corridors
Jaipur has distinguished itself as the world's first city to offer three dedicated leopard safaris, following the inauguration of the Beed Papad Leopard Safari (Vidyadhar Nagar) on World Environment D
18 December 2025
(14 articles)VB-G RAM G Bill Passed: 125 Days Employment Guarantee Replaces MGNREGA
VB-G RAM G Bill replaces MGNREGA; guarantees 125 days employment; focuses on water, infrastructure, weather mitigation.
Rajasthan Hariyalo Environment Conclave 2025: CM Bhajan Lal Sharma Calls for Personal Pledge on Environmental Protection, Draws from Indian Cultural Traditions
On December 18, 2025, Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma addressed the Hariyalo Rajasthan Environment Conclave in Jaipur, stating that the state government draws inspiration for its policies and environ
SHANTI Bill 2025 Passed by Rajya Sabha on December 18: India Opens Nuclear Energy to Private Sector, Replaces Atomic Energy Act 1962
The Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India (SHANTI) Bill, 2025 was passed by the Rajya Sabha on December 18, 2025, a day after it was passed by the Lok Sabha o
KAVACH Automatic Train Protection System Commissioned on Over 2,000 km of Indian Rail Network; Consequential Train Accidents Reduced by 90% Since 2014
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw informed the Lok Sabha on December 18, 2025 that the indigenously developed KAVACH (Automatic Train Protection — ATP) system has been fully commissioned on over 2,000
RBI Releases 10th Edition of Handbook of Statistics on Indian States 2024-25
RBI released 10th edition of Handbook of Statistics on Indian States 2024-25; Rajasthan's GSDP growth among top five states.
ISRO Completes Gaganyaan Drogue Parachute Tests at Chandigarh
ISRO completed Gaganyaan drogue parachute tests; mission scheduled for 2027; Shubhanshu Shukla flew to ISS in 2025.
CM Bhajanlal Sharma Inaugurates Saras Rajsakhi National Fair at Jawahar Kala Kendra, Jaipur
CM Sharma inaugurated Saras Rajsakhi National Fair at JKK Jaipur with 300 stalls from 24 states; runs till Jan 4, 2026.
Rajasthan CM Bhajan Lal Sharma Inaugurates Saras Rajsakhi National Fair at Jawahar Kala Kendra, Jaipur; 300 Stalls from 24 States Showcase Women SHG Products
Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma inaugurated the Saras Rajsakhi National Fair at Jawahar Kala Kendra, Jaipur, on December 18, 2025. The fair features approximately 300 stalls from 24 states,
DGCA Orders IndiGo to Cut Flights by 10% Amid Massive Scheduling Crisis
DGCA ordered IndiGo to cut 10% flights and imposed Rs 22.20 crore penalty after 4,500 cancellations due to scheduling crisis.
SHANTI Bill Passed: India Opens Nuclear Energy Sector to Private Participation
SHANTI Bill passed; repeals Atomic Energy Act 1962; allows private nuclear plants; AERB gets statutory status.
India and Oman Sign Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA): Zero-Duty Access on 99.38% of India's Exports, Second GCC Trade Deal After UAE
India and Oman formally signed a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) on December 18, 2025. Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal and Oman's Minister of Commerce, Industry and Inv
CAG Tables Audit Reports in Parliament (Dec 18-19): Rs 21,695 Crore GST Irregularities, PMKVY Ghost Beneficiaries, Naval Procurement Delays
CAG tabled audit reports in Parliament (Dec 18-19) revealing Rs 21,695 crore GST compliance gaps, PMKVY ghost beneficiaries with unverifiable placement data, 72% delays in naval procurement, and Digit
UNESCO Releases 'Bhasha Matters' Report Advocating Mother-Tongue Instruction in India
UNESCO 'Bhasha Matters' report advocates mother-tongue instruction; only 25% Indian children taught in mother tongue.
India-Oman Sign CEPA: Oman Grants Zero-Duty Access on 98% Tariff Lines
India-Oman CEPA signed; Oman grants zero-duty on 98% tariff lines covering 99.38% of Indian exports; bilateral trade at $10.6 billion.
17 December 2025
(12 articles)2nd WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine Opens at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi
2nd WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine held Dec 17-19 at Bharat Mandapam; Delhi Declaration by 26 nations; WHO Traditional Medicine Library launched.
Parliament Passes Sabka Bima Sabki Raksha Bill: 100% FDI in Insurance Approved
Sabka Bima Bill passed; FDI in insurance raised to 100%; amends Insurance Act, LIC Act, and IRDAI Act.
Lok Sabha Passes SHANTI Bill 2025: India Opens Nuclear Energy Sector to Private Participation Amid Opposition Walkout
The Lok Sabha passed the Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India (SHANTI) Bill, 2025 on December 17, 2025, by voice vote amid a walkout by opposition MPs who de
SHANTI Bill Passed by Lok Sabha; AERB Gets Statutory Status
Lok Sabha passed SHANTI Bill giving AERB statutory status; allows private participation in nuclear sector; Presidential assent on Dec 20.
India-Netherlands Sign Letter of Intent on Defence Cooperation; Defence Industrial Roadmap Agreed
India and Netherlands signed LoI on Defence Cooperation and agreed on Defence Industrial Roadmap during Dutch FM van Weel's Dec 17-19 visit.
PM Modi Becomes First World Leader to Receive Ethiopia's Highest Award 'Great Honour Nishan'
PM Modi received Ethiopia's highest award 'Great Honour Nishan' — first world leader to get it; his 28th foreign state honour.
Hariyalo Rajasthan Environment Conclave: CM Bhajanlal Sharma Pledges Environmental Conservation Rooted in Indian Cultural Traditions
Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma addressed the Hariyalo Rajasthan Environment Conclave held in Jaipur on December 17-18, 2025, organised by the Rajasthan State Pollution Control Board. Sharma declared
Health Security and National Security Cess Act 2025: Parliament Replaces GST Compensation Cess with Fixed Levy on Pan Masala and Tobacco
Parliament replaces GST Compensation Cess with a fixed machine-based levy on pan masala and tobacco, with proceeds ringfenced for public health and national security, effective January 2026.
Cold Wave Grips Rajasthan: IMD Issues Yellow Alert for Northern Districts
Cold wave hit Rajasthan with temperatures dropping to 1.6°C in Fatehpur (Sikar); IMD yellow alerts for Shekhawati region.
PM Modi Receives Ethiopia's Highest Civilian Honour 'Grand Nishan of Ethiopia' During State Visit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi received Ethiopia's highest civilian honour, the 'Great Honour Nishan (Grand Nishan) of Ethiopia', on December 17, 2025, during his state visit to Addis Ababa. The award w
Seven Elephants Killed, One Injured as Passenger Train Hits Herd in Assam's Hojai District: Railway-Wildlife Conflict Crisis
Seven elephants were killed and one was critically injured on the night of December 17, 2025, when a passenger train struck a herd while it was crossing the railway tracks in the Hojai district of Ass
DGCA Orders IndiGo to Reduce Flights by 5% Following December Scheduling Crisis Causing Thousands of Cancellations
India's Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) ordered IndiGo, the country's largest airline with over 60% market share, to reduce its flight schedule by 5% following a severe scheduling crisis
16 December 2025
(11 articles)Vijay Diwas and the Western Front: Rajasthan's Role in the 1971 India-Pakistan War — Border Districts of Barmer, Jaisalmer, and Bikaner
As India commemorated Vijay Diwas on December 16, 2025, special attention was drawn to Rajasthan's pivotal role in the Western Front of the 1971 India-Pakistan War. While the Eastern Front (now Bangla
Vijay Diwas 2025: India Marks 54th Anniversary of 1971 War Victory and Liberation of Bangladesh
India observed Vijay Diwas on December 16, 2025, marking 54 years since its decisive military victory over Pakistan in the 1971 war that led to the creation of Bangladesh. On December 16, 1971, Pakist
Three Landmark Bills Introduced in Lok Sabha: SHANTI, Sabka Bima, and VB-G RAM G
Three landmark bills introduced Dec 16: SHANTI (nuclear), Sabka Bima (100% FDI insurance), VB-G RAM G (replaces MGNREGA).
Vijay Diwas 2025: India Commemorates 54th Anniversary of 1971 War Victory
India observed Vijay Diwas on Dec 16 marking the 54th anniversary of 1971 war victory; Military Tattoo held in Kolkata.
VB-G RAM G Bill Introduced in Lok Sabha to Replace MGNREGA with 125-Day Guarantee
VB-G RAM G Bill replaces MGNREGA with 125-day employment guarantee; Rs 1.51 lakh crore annual outlay with 60:40 Centre-State sharing.
Siliserh Lake in Alwar Becomes India's 96th Ramsar Site: Rajasthan's 5th Wetland of International Importance
In December 2025, the Siliserh Lake in Alwar district, Rajasthan, was officially designated as a Wetland of International Importance under the Ramsar Convention, becoming India's 96th Ramsar site and
Siliserh Lake in Rajasthan's Alwar Declared India's 96th Ramsar Site
Siliserh Lake in Alwar became Rajasthan's 5th and India's 96th Ramsar site; supports 149 bird species in Sariska Tiger Reserve buffer zone.
Maharashtra Launches MahaCrimeOS AI Platform for Cybercrime Investigation
Maharashtra became first state to launch MahaCrimeOS AI platform for cybercrime investigation across 36 districts.
Sabka Bima Sabki Raksha Bill Passed by Lok Sabha: Insurance FDI Raised to 100%
Parliament passed Sabka Bima Sabki Raksha Bill raising insurance FDI to 100%; aims for 'Insurance for All by 2047'.
CAG-ICSSR 2nd Colloquium on Public Finances of States: Fiscal Federalism in Focus
CAG and ICSSR held their 2nd joint colloquium on December 16, 2025, chaired by CAG Sanjay Murthy; focus on state public finances, fiscal federalism, debt burden; Rajasthan identified as high fiscal de
RBI $5B USD/INR Buy-Sell Swap: Forex Management and Rupee Stability
RBI conducted a $5 billion 3-year USD/INR Buy-Sell Swap on December 16, 2025, injecting rupee liquidity while supporting the INR; complements December 2025 OMO and repo rate cut to 5.25%; significant
15 December 2025
(11 articles)Rajasthan Health Dept Deploys 29 AI-Enabled Portable X-Ray Units to Strengthen TB Diagnosis in Remote Villages
Around December 15, 2025, the Rajasthan State Health Department launched a major initiative deploying 29 advanced portable X-ray machines equipped with Artificial Intelligence (AI) to strengthen Tuber
SHANTI Bill 2025 Introduced in Lok Sabha: India Opens Nuclear Energy to Private Sector, Replaces 63-Year-Old Atomic Energy Act
The Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India (SHANTI) Bill, 2025 was tabled in the Lok Sabha on December 15, 2025. The landmark legislation repeals the Atomic En
SHANTI Bill Tabled in Lok Sabha: India Opens Nuclear Sector to Private Participation
SHANTI Bill tabled in Lok Sabha to replace Atomic Energy Act 1962; permits private participation in nuclear sector, targets 100 GW by 2047.
VB-G RAM G Bill PRS Analysis: MGNREGA Replaced with 125-Day Guarantee
PRS analysis of VB-G RAM G Bill shows MGNREGA replaced with 125-day guarantee; new 60:40 Centre-State cost split; AI fraud detection and Aadhaar-linked payments; demand-driven nature removed; Rajastha
India Close to Initial Trade Framework Deal with US, Says Commerce Secretary
Commerce Secretary said India is close to initial trade framework deal with US after six rounds of BTA and tariff discussions.
RBI OMO Rs 1 Lakh Crore Liquidity Injection in December
RBI conducted Rs 1 lakh crore OMO purchases in December (Rs 50,000 cr each on Dec 11 and Dec 18) to inject banking liquidity; complements December 2025 repo rate cut to 5.25%; further supplemented by
Rajasthan Venture Capital Fund Launches India Growth Fund IV with Rs 150 Crore Corpus
RVCF launched India Growth Fund IV with Rs 150 crore corpus targeting early-stage tech startups in healthcare, agritech and cleantech.
Rajasthan Deploys 29 AI-Powered Portable X-Ray Machines for TB Detection
Rajasthan deployed 29 AI-powered portable X-ray machines across districts for TB detection; 2.3 lakh symptomatic individuals identified.
Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill Introduced to Overhaul Higher Education Regulation
Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill introduced to replace UGC, AICTE, NCTE with single Commission under NEP 2020; referred to JPC.
India-US Trade Framework Talks Near Breakthrough: Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal Says Initial Deal on Reciprocal Tariffs 'Very Close'
On December 15, 2025, Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal stated that India is 'very close' to finalising an initial trade framework deal with the United States aimed at reducing recipro
Rajasthan Venture Capital Fund Launches ₹150-Crore 'India Growth Fund IV' to Boost Pre-Series A Tech Startups
Jaipur-based Rajasthan Venture Capital Fund (RVCF), a government-backed venture capital institution established over two decades ago, launched its fourth fund — India Growth Fund IV — around December
14 December 2025
(11 articles)National Energy Conservation Day 2025: President Murmu Presents 35th National Energy Conservation Awards at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi
National Energy Conservation Day is observed every year on December 14 across India. In 2025, the event was held at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi, where President Droupadi Murmu served as Chief Guest and c
Rajasthan Launches 'Adopt a Tourism Site' Scheme; Explores Night Access at High-Footfall Monuments
Rajasthan Tourism formalizing Adopt-a-Site scheme with night access at forts; 33-district eligible site list being prepared.
India and New Zealand Discuss Fast-Tracking Free Trade Agreement Negotiations
India-NZ fast-tracked FTA talks; deal concluded Dec 22; $20 billion NZ investment; 5,000 work visas for Indians.
India Observes National Energy Conservation Day; BEE Showcases Major Gains in Clean Energy
National Energy Conservation Day at Vigyan Bhawan; BEE's programmes saved 56 billion units of electricity; 220 GW renewable capacity.
India's Resolution on Wildfire Management Adopted at UNEA-7
India's wildfire management resolution adopted at UNEA-7; calls for satellite monitoring, AI prediction, and international cooperation.
IndiGo Scheduling Crisis: DGCA Orders 5–10% Flight Cut After 4,500 Cancellations Amid FDTL Non-Compliance in December 2025
In December 2025, IndiGo — India's largest airline with over 60% domestic market share — experienced a severe scheduling crisis that led to the cancellation of approximately 4,500 flights between Dece
Rajasthan First State to Achieve 100% Digitisation of Electoral Rolls Under Special Intensive Revision (SIR) Programme
Rajasthan became the first state in India to achieve 100% digitisation of voter rolls under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) programme, as announced by Chief Electoral Officer Navin Mahajan in Dec
Delhi Records Zero Good Air Quality Days in 2025, GRAP-IV Invoked
Delhi had zero good AQI days in 2025; GRAP-IV invoked in December as AQI crossed 600+.
Rising Rajasthan Partnership Conclave 2025: State Showcases ₹3.08 Lakh Crore MoU Grounding, Focuses on Investment Across Infrastructure, IT, Mining and Social Sectors
The Rising Rajasthan Partnership Conclave 2025, hosted by the Industries Department of the Government of Rajasthan, was held on December 11–12, 2025, in Jaipur. The conclave served as the follow-up to
Tech Mahindra Global Chess League 2025 Opens in Mumbai
Global Chess League 2025 opened at Royal Opera House, Mumbai; six teams including Gukesh, Vishy Anand, Caruana.
Prada Launches Limited-Edition Kolhapuri Chappals; GI-Tagged Craft Goes Global
Prada launched 2,000-pair Kolhapuri Chappals at 800 euros; GI-tagged since 2019; dates back to 12th century.
13 December 2025
(11 articles)Defence Minister Rajnath Singh Unveils Statue of Thakur Balwant Singh in Barmer, Rajasthan
Rajnath Singh unveiled statue of 1971 war hero Thakur Balwant Singh in Bakhasar, Barmer, Rajasthan.
Cabinet Approves 100% FDI in Insurance and Opens Nuclear Sector to Private Players Under SHANTI Bill
Cabinet approved 100% FDI in insurance and SHANTI Bill opening nuclear sector to private players with 49% FDI; 100 GW by 2047.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh Unveils Statue of 1971 War Hero Thakur Balwant Singh in Barmer
Rajnath Singh unveiled statue of 1971 war hero Thakur Balwant Singh in Barmer; aided Chhachhro Raid in Sindh.
Union Cabinet Approves India's First Digital Census 2027 with Caste Enumeration: ₹11,718 Crore Scheme to Deploy 30 Lakh Personnel
The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on December 12, 2025 approved the scheme for the Conduct of Census of India 2027 with a financial outlay of ₹11,718.24 crore — the largest-e
Rajasthan to Provide IT Training to Anganwadi Workers Under Poshan 2.0
Rajasthan to give IT training to Anganwadi workers under Poshan 2.0; Diya Kumari directed infrastructure improvements.
Rajasthan Launches 'Adopt a Tourism Site' Initiative for Heritage Conservation
Rajasthan launched 'Adopt a Tourism Site' initiative with 5-year minimum adoption period for heritage conservation.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh Unveils Statue of 1971 War Hero Thakur Balwant Singh in Bakhasar, Barmer, Rajasthan
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on December 13, 2025 visited Bakhasar village in Barmer district, Rajasthan, to unveil a statue honouring Thakur Balwant Singh — a local civilian hero whose extraordinar
Rajasthan: Anganwadi Workers and Supervisors to Receive IT Training for Mobile-Based Monitoring Under WCD Ministry Initiative
Rajasthan's Minister for Women and Child Development, Diya Kumari, announced on December 13, 2025 that anganwadi workers and newly appointed supervisors across the state will receive Information Techn
Rajasthan Becomes First State to Achieve 100% Electoral Roll Digitisation Under Special Intensive Revision (SIR) Programme
Rajasthan achieved a landmark milestone in electoral administration by becoming the first state in India to complete 100% digitisation of its electoral rolls under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR)
Cabinet Clears 100% FDI in Insurance Sector: India Opens Insurance Industry to Full Foreign Ownership with Resident Indian Leadership Condition
The Union Cabinet on December 12, 2025 approved an amendment to the Insurance Act to permit 100% Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in India's insurance sector, removing the existing 74% FDI cap. The mov
Geminid Meteor Shower 2025 Peaks Over India with 100-120 Meteors Per Hour
Geminid meteor shower peaked Dec 13-14 with 100-120 meteors/hour; originates from asteroid 3200 Phaethon.
12 December 2025
(13 articles)Siliserh Lake in Alwar Becomes Rajasthan's 5th Ramsar Site and India's 96th: A Milestone for Wetland Conservation in Semi-Arid Regions
In December 2025, Siliserh (Silisedh) Lake in Alwar district, Rajasthan, was designated as a Wetland of International Importance under the Ramsar Convention, becoming India's 96th Ramsar site and Raja
Vinesh Phogat Announces Wrestling Comeback, Targets LA 2028 Olympics
Vinesh Phogat announced wrestling comeback targeting LA 2028; motivated by son Kridhav; WFI welcomes decision.
NRR Policy 2025: Rajasthan Cabinet Greenlights Non-Resident Rajasthani Policy
Rajasthan Cabinet approved NRR Policy 2025 on December 12, covering social, cultural and economic engagement of the Rajasthani diaspora; Pravasi Rajasthani Samman Awards and 26 global NRR chapters are
Union Minister Jitendra Singh Says India Bets on Generative AI for Drug Discovery
India leveraging generative AI for drug discovery; PathGennie part of open-source push in computational biology.
Union Cabinet Approves Rs 11,718 Crore for First-Ever Digital Census 2027 with Caste Enumeration
Cabinet approved Rs 11,718 crore for Census 2027 — first digital census with caste enumeration since 1931.
Siliserh Lake in Rajasthan Declared India's 96th Ramsar Site
Siliserh Lake (Alwar) becomes Rajasthan's 5th and India's 96th Ramsar site; supports 149 bird species near Sariska.
Rajasthan CM Inaugurates Innovation Day-Startups Conclave and DigiFest Hackathon in Jaipur
Rajasthan Startup Conclave: Rs 10.79 crore to 333 startups; DigiFest Hackathon drew 700+ participants from 12 states.
Rajasthan Issues Gazette Notification on Public Trust Amendment Ordinance Removing Criminal Penalties
Rajasthan removed criminal penalties for minor violations in 11 acts via Public Trust Amendment Ordinance; replaced with fines.
Ministry of Science and Technology Develops PathGennie Software for Drug Discovery
PathGennie: open-source drug discovery software from S.N. Bose Centre; simulates drug-protein unbinding without distortions.
India's Resolution on Wildfire Management Adopted at UNEA-7, Nairobi
UNEA-7 adopted a wildfire management resolution co-sponsored by India; UNEP warns of 14% rise by 2030 and 50% by 2100; resolution calls for early warning systems and satellite monitoring.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to Unveil Statue of 1971 War Hero Thakur Balwant Singh in Barmer, Rajasthan; Tribute to Courage During Chhachhro Raid
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh was scheduled to visit Bakhasar village in Barmer district, Rajasthan, on December 13, 2025, to unveil a statue of Thakur Balwant Singh — a local hero whose pivotal assi
Parliament Passes SHANTI Bill 2025: India Opens Nuclear Energy Sector to Private Participation, Replaces 63-Year-Old Atomic Energy Act
The Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India (SHANTI) Bill, 2025 was passed by the Lok Sabha on December 17 and by the Rajya Sabha on December 18, 2025, before r
Rajasthan Tourism Policy 2025 Launched: 'Adopt a Tourism Site' Scheme Invites Private Sector to Restore and Manage Heritage and Eco-Tourism Locations
The Rajasthan government formally launched the Rajasthan Tourism Policy 2025 on December 10, 2025, at the Jaipur Exhibition and Convention Centre (JECC), Jaipur, with Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma
11 December 2025
(14 articles)India's First Indigenous Hydrogen Fuel Cell Passenger Vessel Begins Commercial Service in Varanasi
India's first hydrogen fuel cell vessel launched in Varanasi by Cochin Shipyard; 50-passenger, zero-emission vessel on Ganga.
Kerala Local Body Elections Phase 2: CM Pinarayi Vijayan Votes; Rajasthan Watches as Model for Decentralised Governance
On December 11, 2025, Kerala held the second phase of its local body (panchayat and municipality) elections, with Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan casting his vote in Kannur. The Kerala local body elec
Rising Rajasthan Partnership Conclave 2025 Inaugurated in Jaipur: MoU Implementation Progress and Rs 35 Lakh Crore Investment Target
The Government of Rajasthan inaugurated the Rising Rajasthan Partnership Conclave 2025 in Jaipur on December 11–12, 2025, a two-day event hosted by the Industries Department as a follow-up to the land
Right to Disconnect Bill 2025 Introduced in Lok Sabha by NCP-SP's Supriya Sule
Supriya Sule introduced Right to Disconnect Bill 2025 in Lok Sabha; protects employees from after-hours work obligations.
Pranab Mukherjee Birth Anniversary: Remembering India's 13th President on December 11
Birth anniversary of Pranab Mukherjee observed; 13th President, Bharat Ratna awardee, key economic reformer.
Parliament Winter Session 2025: Opposition Protests Over MGNREGA Dues; TMC and Congress Stage Demonstrations
During the ongoing Winter Session of Parliament (November–December 2025), December 11 saw heightened opposition activity including TMC MPs Kirti Azad, Sagarika Ghose, and Satabdi Roy staging a silent
India's First Indigenous Hydrogen Fuel Cell Passenger Vessel Begins Commercial Operations in Varanasi
On December 11, 2025, Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal flagged off India's first fully indigenous hydrogen fuel cell-powered passenger vessel from Namo Ghat in Varan
Indus Valley Civilisation Decline Linked to Recurring Mega-Droughts, New Paleoclimate Research Finds
New paleoclimate research published in Nature reveals that the decline of the Indus Valley Civilisation (IVC) was driven by centuries-long recurring mega-droughts. Four mega-droughts occurred between
India's Junior Women Hockey Team Bags Historic Bronze at FIH Junior World Cup
India beat Argentina 4-2 for historic bronze at FIH Junior Hockey World Cup; first medal since 2016 gold.
Deepavali Added to UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage List
Deepavali (Diwali) has been inscribed on UNESCO's Representative List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, making it India's 15th or higher entry. The inscription highlights cultural diplomacy
Rising Rajasthan Partnership Conclave 2025 Opens in Jaipur
Rising Rajasthan Conclave held Dec 11-12; follow-up to 2024 summit with INR 35 lakh crore MoUs; multi-sector partnerships.
India Proposes "One Nation One License" Copyright Model for AI Training
India has proposed a mandatory blanket licensing model with statutory royalty for AI training on copyrighted content. The proposal establishes a Copyright Royalty Collection and Administration Tribuna
Rajasthan Tourism Policy 2025: 'Adopt a Tourism Site' Initiative to Modernise Heritage and Eco-Tourism Through Private Partnership
Rajasthan's Tourism Department introduced the 'Adopt a Tourism Site' initiative under the Rajasthan Tourism Policy 2025 to modernise the state's tourism ecosystem. The initiative invites private playe
Rising Rajasthan Partnership Conclave 2025 Opens in Jaipur; Showcases Progress of Rs 35 Lakh Crore MoUs
Rising Rajasthan Partnership Conclave 2025 in Jaipur; follow-up of Rs 35 lakh crore investment summit; 'Developed Rajasthan 2047' vision.
10 December 2025
(14 articles)Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill 2025 Introduced in Parliament
The Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill 2025 proposes to replace UGC, AICTE, and NCTE with a new three-council structure for higher education regulation. Referred to a Joint Parliamentary Committee
Pravasi Rajasthani Diwas 2025: Rajasthan Hosts Inaugural Diaspora Conclave on December 10 in Jaipur; Investment Proposals Exceeding ₹1 Lakh Crore Announced
On December 10, 2025, Rajasthan hosted the inaugural Pravasi Rajasthani Diwas at the Jaipur Exhibition and Convention Centre (JECC), bringing together the global Rajasthani diaspora to strengthen ties
World Bank Approves $600 Million for Clean Air Programmes in Uttar Pradesh and Haryana
World Bank approved $600M for clean air in UP and Haryana; first airshed-based programmes benefiting 270 million people.
Rajasthan Celebrates First-Ever Pravasi Rajasthani Divas in Jaipur
Rajasthan held inaugural Pravasi Rajasthani Divas; CM announced new NRR department; 7 sector sessions held.
Germany Wins FIH Men's Junior Hockey World Cup 2025 in Chennai; India Claims Bronze Medal — Tournament Hosted in Tamil Nadu from November 28 to December 10
On December 10, 2025, Germany won the 14th edition of the FIH Hockey Men's Junior World Cup, hosted in Tamil Nadu (Chennai and Madurai), defeating Spain 3-2 in a dramatic shoot-out in the final at the
DGCA Orders 10% Cut in IndiGo Flight Schedule on December 10, 2025; Ministry Caps Airfares and Directs Full Refunds Amid Worst Aviation Crisis in India's History
On December 10, 2025, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) ordered a 10% reduction in IndiGo's flight schedule — an escalation from the 5% cut ordered on December 9 — as the airline's sche
Human Rights Day 2025 (December 10): India Marks 77th Anniversary of Universal Declaration of Human Rights; Focus on Inequality, Digital Rights, and Climate Justice
December 10, 2025 marked the 77th anniversary of the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) by the United Nations General Assembly in 1948. Human Rights Day 2025 was observed glo
Rajasthan Launches 'e-Swasthya Samvad' Digital Health Governance Platform
Rajasthan launched e-Swasthya Samvad for digital health governance; twice-weekly video conferencing with open public interaction.
Rajasthan CM Launches Tourism Policy 2025 with Focus on Adventure, Astro, and Wellness Tourism
Rajasthan Tourism Policy 2025 launched with 'adopt a tourism site' initiative; focus on astro and adventure tourism.
NITI Aayog and IBM Release Roadmap to Make India a Top-3 Quantum Economy by 2047
NITI Aayog-IBM roadmap targets India as top-3 quantum economy by 2047; 10 Quantum Innovation Hubs recommended.
DoT Mandates SIM-Binding for WhatsApp, Telegram and Other Messaging Apps Within 90 Days
DoT mandated SIM-binding for WhatsApp, Telegram etc. within 90 days to curb digital fraud; industry challenges directive.
Rajasthan Celebrates Inaugural Pravasi Rajasthani Diwas in Jaipur; Rs 1 Lakh Crore Investments Announced
First Pravasi Rajasthani Diwas held in Jaipur; Rs 1 lakh crore investments via 421 MoUs; new NRR department announced.
JERA of Japan Signs First Long-Term LNG Export Deal with India's Torrent Power
Japan's JERA to supply 0.27 MMTPA LNG to Torrent Power for 10 years from 2027; strengthens India-Japan energy ties.
CITES Turns 50 — CoP20 to Be Held in Samarkand, Uzbekistan
The Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) marks its 50th anniversary in 2025. CoP20 will be held in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. India has been a signatory since 1976, covering tig
9 December 2025
(14 articles)Petroleum & Natural Gas Rules 2025 Notified: CCS Permitted for First Time in India
The Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas notified the Petroleum & Natural Gas Rules 2025, consolidating E&P licensing, allowing renewable energy on leased blocks, and permitting geological storage of g
SEBI Launches PaRRVA to Prevent Misleading Claims in Financial Advertisements
SEBI launched PaRRVA to verify past performance claims in financial ads; CRAs to act as verification agencies.
Rajasthan Becomes First State to Achieve 100% Digitisation of Electoral Rolls Under SIR Programme
Rajasthan first state to digitise 100% of 5.46 crore voter rolls under SIR; CEO Navin Mahajan announced.
DGCA Orders IndiGo to Cut Flights by 5% After Scheduling Crisis Leads to Thousands of Cancellations
DGCA ordered IndiGo to cut 5% flights (later 10%) after scheduling crisis caused ~4,500 cancellations.
RBI Announces Rs 1 Lakh Crore OMO Purchases and $5 Billion USD/INR Swap to Inject Liquidity
RBI to inject liquidity via Rs 1 lakh crore OMO and $5 billion USD/INR swap; repo rate at 5.25%, GDP forecast 7.3%.
RBI Monetary Policy Committee Cuts Repo Rate by 25 bps to 5.25% (December 5, 2025): India's Most Aggressive Easing Since 2019 Aims to Boost Growth Amid Record-Low Inflation
The Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), in its meeting held from December 3–5, 2025, unanimously voted to cut the policy repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.25%, effective Dec
Rising Rajasthan Partnership Conclave 2025 Inaugurated on December 9 in Jaipur; First Pravasi Rajasthani Diwas Celebrated on December 10 to Mobilise Diaspora Investment
The Rajasthan government organised the 'Rising Rajasthan' Partnership Conclave 2025 on December 9–10, 2025, as a follow-up to the landmark Rising Rajasthan Global Investment Summit held in December 20
EARTH Summit 2025 Inaugurated by Amit Shah in Gandhinagar: 13+ Sahakar Sarathi Services Launched to Digitise Cooperative Banking and Rural Credit
On December 9, 2025, Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah inaugurated the EARTH Summit 2025 in Gandhinagar, Gujarat. EARTH stands for 'Empowering Agriculture and Rural Transformation through
Rajasthan First State to Complete 100% Digitisation of Voter Rolls Under Special Intensive Revision (SIR) 2026 Exercise Conducted by Election Commission of India
In early December 2025, Rajasthan became the first state in India to achieve 100% digitisation of its voter rolls — covering 5.46 crore registered voters — under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) 2
IMF Recognises UPI as World's Largest Real-Time Payment System with 16 Billion Monthly Transactions
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) formally recognised India's Unified Payments Interface (UPI) as the world's largest real-time payment system in December 2025, processing over 16 billion transact
India Commences Countdown to 2nd WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine (December 17–19, 2025) at Bharat Mandapam; 100+ Nations to Participate in Summit Co-hosted by Ministry of Ayush
On December 9, 2025, India officially commenced the countdown to the 2nd WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine, scheduled for December 17–19, 2025, at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The summit was co
Senna spectabilis: Invasive Tree Threatening Biodiversity of Indian Forests
Senna spectabilis, an invasive tree species originally from South America, is rapidly spreading through India's Western Ghats and Central Indian forests, outcompeting native vegetation, disrupting for
PM Surya Ghar Scheme: Over 20 Lakh Rooftop Solar Systems Installed by December 2025
PM Surya Ghar scheme installed over 20.85 lakh rooftop solar systems by Dec 2025, disbursing Rs 14,772 crore subsidy.
Rajnath Singh Inaugurates 125 BRO Infrastructure Projects Worth Rs 5,000 Crore from Ladakh
Rajnath Singh inaugurated 125 BRO projects worth Rs 5,000 crore including Shyok Tunnel on LAC; largest single-day launch.
8 December 2025
(12 articles)Seven Elephants Killed in Train Collision in Assam's Hojai District; Highlights Wildlife-Railway Conflict
Seven elephants were killed and one was critically injured on December 8, 2025, when a passenger train struck a herd crossing the railway track in the Hojai district of Assam. The incident, which occu
Rajasthan Becomes First State to Achieve 100% Digitisation of Electoral Rolls Under Special Intensive Revision (SIR) Programme
Rajasthan achieved a significant electoral milestone in early December 2025, becoming the first state in India to complete 100% digitisation of electoral rolls under the Special Intensive Revision (SI
Parveen Shaikh Receives Sanctuary Wildlife Service Award for Indian Skimmer Conservation
BNHS scientist Parveen Shaikh received the Sanctuary Wildlife Service Award for community-led conservation of the Indian Skimmer in the National Chambal Sanctuary (Rajasthan-MP-UP), achieving improved
Exercise Harimau Shakti 2025: India-Malaysia Joint Military Exercise Begins in Rajasthan's Mahajan Range
Harimau Shakti 2025: India-Malaysia military exercise at Mahajan Range, Rajasthan; 120 Indian and 70 Malaysian troops.
Rajasthan CM Lays Foundation Stone for Ferozepur Feeder Canal Reconstruction Worth Rs 647 Crore
Rs 647 crore Ferozepur Feeder reconstruction launched; Rs 1,717 crore for Gang Canal modernisation on centenary.
PM Modi Initiates Special 10-Hour Lok Sabha Debate on 150 Years of Vande Mataram
PM Modi led special Lok Sabha debate on 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram; year-long commemoration launched.
Standing Committee on Energy Report: Gaps in PM-KUSUM and PM Surya Ghar Solar Schemes
The Standing Committee on Energy flagged implementation gaps in PM-KUSUM and PM Surya Ghar solar schemes, including subsidy delays, low state compliance, and import dependence on Chinese solar panels.
Tata Electronics and Intel Sign Strategic Alliance to Build Semiconductor Ecosystem in India
Tata-Intel strategic alliance for semiconductor manufacturing at Dholera fab and Guwahati OSAT; Rs 91,000 crore investment.
Parliament Holds Special Discussion on 150th Anniversary of 'Vande Mataram'
Parliament held special discussion on 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram; 65 members participated over 11.5 hours.
Harimau Shakti 2025: 5th India–Malaysia Joint Military Exercise Begins at Mahajan Field Firing Range, Rajasthan
The 5th edition of Exercise Harimau Shakti 2025, the annual India–Malaysia Joint Military Exercise, commenced on December 5, 2025, at Mahajan Field Firing Range, Rajasthan, and was scheduled to conclu
Ferozepur Feeder Canal Reconstruction Launched: CM Bhajan Lal Sharma Lays Foundation Stone for ₹647 Crore Project Coinciding with Gang Canal Centenary
Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma of Rajasthan laid the foundation stone for the reconstruction of the Ferozepur Feeder canal at Sadhuwali in early December 2025, marking a major infrastructure initiat
IndiGo Flight Disruption Eases on December 8; DGCA FDTL Exemption Takes Effect as Cancellations Taper from Peak of 1,600
December 8, 2025, marked a turning point in the IndiGo flight disruption crisis as cancellations began to taper off following the DGCA's emergency exemption granted on December 5, 2025. The crisis, wh
7 December 2025
(13 articles)Armed Forces Flag Day: CDS General Anil Chauhan Extends Greetings to Armed Forces Veterans
Armed Forces Flag Day (Dec 7): CDS General Anil Chauhan honoured forces; day aims to collect funds for veterans' welfare.
23rd India–Russia Annual Summit: PM Modi and President Putin Hold Talks at Hyderabad House; Joint Statement Issued on Strategic Partnership, Defence, Energy, and Trade
On December 7, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin held the 23rd India–Russia Annual Summit at Hyderabad House in New Delhi. A Joint Statement was issued, highlight
Indian Army Creates History: 18-Member Eastern Command Team Achieves First-Ever Summit of Mount Kangto (7,042 m), Arunachal Pradesh's Highest Peak
In a landmark mountaineering achievement, an 18-member Indian Army team from the Eastern Command successfully summited Mount Kangto (7,042 metres) — the highest peak of Arunachal Pradesh — for the fir
Rajasthan: Exercise Harimau Shakti Enters Tactical Phase; Counter-Terror Drills in Thar Desert
Harimau Shakti entered tactical phase at Mahajan Range, Rajasthan; counter-terror drills in Thar Desert terrain.
IndiGo Crisis Deepens: Al Jazeera Reports Over 4,500 Flights Cancelled in 10 Days
IndiGo crisis: 4,500 flights cancelled in 10 days; govt imposed fare caps; DGCA later fined Rs 22.2 crore.
Rupee Crosses Rs 90/USD — Historic Low Amid Record FPI Outflows
The Indian rupee hit a historic low of Rs 90/USD as FPIs withdrew $17 billion from Indian equities — the largest outflow in two decades. The RBI debated intervention as a weaker rupee threatens to wid
Niger Becomes First African Country to Eliminate Onchocerciasis (River Blindness)
Niger first African nation to eliminate river blindness (WHO verified); caused by Onchocerca volvulus transmitted by blackflies.
Armed Forces Flag Day 2025: India Observes December 7 to Honour Military Veterans, War Widows, and Serving Personnel; Theme — 'Welfare and Gratitude'
India observed Armed Forces Flag Day on December 7, 2025 — an annual national observance held on this date since 1949. The day is dedicated to collecting funds for the welfare of serving defence perso
Harimau Shakti 2025: 5th Edition of India-Malaysia Joint Military Exercise Underway at Mahajan Field Firing Range, Rajasthan; Focus on Sub-Conventional Operations under UN Chapter VII
The 5th edition of joint military exercise 'Harimau Shakti 2025' between the Indian Army and the Royal Malaysian Army commenced on December 5, 2025 at the Mahajan Field Firing Range in Rajasthan, and
Securities Markets Code 2025 Introduced in Lok Sabha
The Securities Markets Code, 2025, introduced in Lok Sabha, proposes to consolidate SEBI Act 1992, Depositories Act 1996, and Securities Contracts Act 1956 into a single statute. Key change: SEBI Boar
Dadabhai Naoroji 200th Birth Anniversary
India marked the 200th birth anniversary of Dadabhai Naoroji, the "Grand Old Man of India," pioneer of the Drain of Wealth theory, first Indian MP in British Parliament (1892), and founding father of
Rajasthan CM Bhajanlal Sharma Announces Petrochemical Refinery Launch and Rs 7 Lakh Crore Ground-Level Investment Realisation from Rising Rajasthan MoUs
Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma made major economic development announcements in December 2025. Of the Rs 35 lakh crore worth of Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) signed during the Rising Ra
UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage Committee Holds 20th Session; India's Heritage Focus
UNESCO ICH 20th session held; India has 15 inscribed elements; Rajasthan's Kalbeliya dance inscribed since 2010.
6 December 2025
(9 articles)SHANTI Bill 2025: Atomic Energy Act 1962 to Be Repealed; Private Nuclear Power Operators Allowed
SHANTI Bill 2025 proposes repealing Atomic Energy Act 1962, allowing private nuclear power operators for the first time. AERB gets statutory independence from DAE. Foreign operators (Westinghouse, Ros
23rd India–Russia Annual Summit (December 4–5, 2025): Modi–Putin Adopt 'Programme 2030', Target $100 Billion Bilateral Trade; Strategic Partnership Turns 25
Russian President Vladimir Putin made a state visit to India on December 4–5, 2025, for the 23rd India–Russia Annual Summit with Prime Minister Narendra Modi — the highest-level bilateral dialogue bet
Goa Nightclub Fire: 25 Killed at Birch by Romeo Lane in Arpora; Safety Violations Exposed
Goa nightclub fire killed 25 (21 staff, 4 tourists) at Birch by Romeo Lane, Arpora; multiple safety violations found.
DGCA Regulatory Framework Highlighted After IndiGo Crisis; Open Market Operations Announced by RBI
DGCA regulatory role spotlighted post-IndiGo crisis; RBI announced Rs 1 lakh crore OMO and $5B forex swap.
Digital Constitutionalism Debate: Privacy, Surveillance and Algorithmic Bias in India
Digital Constitutionalism debate: Puttaswamy judgment, DPDP Act 2023, need for surveillance law and algorithm regulation.
Mahaparinirvan Diwas: Nation Pays Tribute to Dr. B.R. Ambedkar on 69th Death Anniversary
Mahaparinirvan Diwas (Dec 6) marked Dr. Ambedkar's 69th death anniversary; tributes at Parliament and Chaitya Bhoomi.
India-Malaysia Joint Exercise Harimau Shakti 2025 Begins at Mahajan Field Firing Range, Rajasthan
Exercise Harimau Shakti 2025 (5th edition) began at Mahajan, Rajasthan (Dec 5-18); Dogra Regiment + Royal Malaysian Army.
70th Mahaparinirvan Diwas of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Observed Nationwide on December 6, 2025: President, PM Pay Floral Tributes at Parliament House
India observed the 70th Mahaparinirvan Diwas of Dr. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar on December 6, 2025, marking 69 years since his passing on December 6, 1956. The commemoration was organised by Dr. Ambedkar
RBI Monetary Policy Committee Cuts Repo Rate by 25 bps to 5.25% on December 5–6, 2025: 'Goldilocks' Economy, Inflation at 2.2%, GDP at 8%
The Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), which met from December 3–5, 2025, announced a 25 basis point (bps) cut in the policy repo rate to 5.25% on December 5–6, 2025 — effe
5 December 2025
(14 articles)23rd India-Russia Annual Summit Concludes: Vision 2030 Adopted, 16 Agreements and 15 MoUs Signed; Putin Pledges Uninterrupted Oil Supplies
The 23rd India-Russia Annual Summit concluded on December 5, 2025 in New Delhi with the adoption of the 'India-Russia Vision 2030' document — a comprehensive roadmap targeting bilateral trade of $100
5th Khelo India University Games Conclude in Jaipur; Chandigarh University Defends Title with 42 Golds
KIUG 2025 concluded in Rajasthan; Chandigarh Univ defended title (42 golds); first time Rajasthan hosted across 7 cities.
RBI Cuts Repo Rate by 25 bps to 6.25% — Fourth Consecutive Cut of 2025
RBI cut repo rate to 6.25%; FY26 GDP projected at 7.3%; CPI inflation at historic low of 0.25%.
World Soil Day Observed on December 5; Focus on Soil Health and Food Security
World Soil Day observed Dec 5; 30% of India's land degraded; 23 crore+ Soil Health Cards distributed since 2015.
5th Khelo India University Games 2025 Concludes in Rajasthan; Chandigarh University Tops Medal Tally with 5,000+ Athletes
The 5th edition of Khelo India University Games (KIUG 2025) concluded on December 5, 2025 in Rajasthan, with Chandigarh University topping the overall medal tally. The 12-day multi-city sporting extra
Indian Rupee Hits Record Low of Rs 90.5 per USD; RBI Cuts Repo Rate to 5.25% and Injects Rs 1.4 Trillion Liquidity
The Indian Rupee touched a historic intraday low of Rs 90.5 per US dollar on December 5, 2025 — its weakest level ever — before recovering after Reserve Bank of India (RBI) intervention through state-
DGCA Grants IndiGo Temporary Exemption from FDTL Night Duty Rules Amid Flight Crisis
DGCA gave IndiGo temporary FDTL exemption as cancellations peaked at 1,600/day; refunds ordered; fare caps imposed.
23rd India-Russia Annual Summit Concludes: 16 Agreements Signed; $100 Billion Trade Target by 2030
India-Russia Summit: 16 agreements signed; $100B trade target by 2030; Putin pledged uninterrupted energy supply.
Exercise Garuda Shakti 2025 Commences: India-Indonesia Joint Military Exercise in Himachal Pradesh; Exercise Garuda 25 Concludes in France
Exercise Garuda Shakti 2025 — the bilateral joint military exercise between the Indian Army and the Indonesian Army (Tentara Nasional Indonesia/TNI-AD) — commenced in Himachal Pradesh on December 5, 2
Putin Pledges 'Uninterrupted' Fuel Supply to India as US Sanctions Loom
Putin pledged uninterrupted fuel supply; India-Russia agreed on economic cooperation till 2030; EAEU FTA explored.
World Soil Day 2025: India's Soil Health Card Scheme — 22 Crore Cards Issued; Rajasthan Desert Soil Focus
World Soil Day 2025 theme: "Caring for Soils: Measure, Monitor, Manage". India's Soil Health Card Scheme crossed 22 crore cards issued. Rajasthan's desert soil management (gypsum, drip irrigation) hig
Right to Disconnect Bill 2025 Introduced in Parliament by Supriya Sule
Supriya Sule introduced the Right to Disconnect Bill 2025 in Parliament — a private member's bill giving employees the legal right to disengage from work communications after hours, modelled on Europe
RBI Cuts Repo Rate by 25 bps to 5.25%; FY26 GDP Growth Forecast Raised to 7.3%
RBI cut repo rate to 5.25% (4th cut in 2025, cumulative 100 bps); GDP forecast raised to 7.3%; CPI forecast at 2.0%.
DGCA Doubles IndiGo Schedule Cut to 10% After 951 November Cancellations; Aviation Consumer Rights Debate Intensifies
India's civil aviation regulator DGCA escalated its action against IndiGo on December 5, 2025, doubling the mandated flight schedule reduction from 5% to 10% (approximately 220-230 daily flights) afte
4 December 2025
(13 articles)DGCA Orders IndiGo to Cut 5% of Flights Amid Scheduling Crisis; Thousands of Passengers Stranded
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) ordered IndiGo, India's largest airline with over 60% domestic market share, to reduce its winter flight schedule by 5% (approximately 110-115 daily fl
RBSE Announces Board Exam 2026 Dates: Class 10 and 12 Exams from February 12; Rajasthan Education System Gears Up
The Board of Secondary Education, Rajasthan (BSER/RBSE), Ajmer announced the exam schedule for 2026 board examinations on December 4, 2025. Class 10 (Secondary) and Class 12 (Senior Secondary) examina
Arjun Erigaisi Wins Jerusalem Masters 2025, Defeats Viswanathan Anand in All-Indian Final
Indian chess Grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi (World Ranking No. 5, ELO 2708) won the Jerusalem Masters 2025 title on December 4, 2025, defeating five-time World Champion Viswanathan Anand in an all-Indian
DigiLocker Adds 'Passport Verification Records' Feature; National e-Governance Division Strengthens Digital Document Ecosystem
The National e-Governance Division (NeGD) under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) launched the 'Passport Verification Records (PVR)' feature on the DigiLocker platform on
Putin Visits India for 23rd Russia-India Annual Summit: 16 Agreements and 15 MoUs Signed with Target of $100 Billion Bilateral Trade by 2030
Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in New Delhi on December 4, 2025 for the 23rd Russia-India Annual Summit — his first visit to India since the Ukraine invasion in February 2022. Prime Minister
Indian Navy Day Celebrated on December 4: Commemorating Operation Trident of 1971 War
Navy Day (Dec 4) commemorates Operation Trident 1971; theme 'Combat Ready, Cohesive and Self-Reliant'; Admiral Tripathi is CNS.
Putin Arrives in India for 23rd India-Russia Annual Summit; First Visit Since Ukraine War
Putin visited India Dec 4-5 for 23rd India-Russia Summit; first visit since Ukraine war; Modi personally received him.
Russian President Putin Visits India for 23rd Annual Bilateral Summit
Putin visited India Dec 4-5; signed 16 agreements and 15 MoUs; trade target USD 100 billion by 2030.
India Mineral Block Auctions 2025: 141 Blocks Auctioned; Rajasthan 2nd-Highest with 22 Blocks
India auctioned 141 mineral blocks in 2025 under MMDR Amendment 2025; Rajasthan ranked 2nd with 22 blocks (phosphate, lignite, gypsum). Target: mineral revenue from 3.4% to 5% of GDP by FY30.
India's Third NDC to UNFCCC: 47% Emissions Intensity Cut by 2035, 60% Non-Fossil Power
India submitted its Third NDC to UNFCCC, raising emissions intensity reduction target to 47% vs 2005 levels by 2035, and non-fossil power capacity target to 60% by 2035, ahead of COP30.
India's Updated NDCs for 2035: Achieved 45% Emissions Intensity Reduction Ahead of 2030 Target
India's non-fossil capacity crossed 50% (June 2025); renewables hit 51.5% daily share; updated NDCs target 2035 goals.
India's Health Infrastructure: Hospital Beds Below WHO Benchmark of 3.5 per 1,000 People
India's hospital beds below WHO's 3.5/1,000 benchmark; medical colleges grew from 387 to 818; MBBS seats at 128,875.
NCBC Recommends Excluding 35 Communities from West Bengal's Central OBC List
NCBC (Article 338B) recommended removing 35 communities from West Bengal's central OBC list.
3 December 2025
(13 articles)Russian President Putin Arrives in India for 23rd India-Russia Annual Summit; Bilateral Trade Target Set at $100 Billion
Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in New Delhi on December 3, 2025, for a state visit at the invitation of PM Narendra Modi — Putin's first visit to India since Russia's full-scale invasion of
International Day of Persons with Disabilities: WHO Calls for Inclusive Health Financing
International Day of Persons with Disabilities observed Dec 3; WHO called for inclusive health financing.
IndiGo Airlines Cancels Over 5,000 Flights in Eight Days; Passengers Stranded Across Airports
IndiGo cancelled 5,000+ flights in 8 days in Dec 2025; DGCA summoned management; crisis linked to engine groundings and crew issues.
Rajasthan Divyangjan Initiatives: Palanhaar Yojana and State Disability Welfare on International Day of Persons with Disabilities
On International Day of Persons with Disabilities (December 3, 2025), Rajasthan's Social Justice and Empowerment Department highlighted state-specific Divyangjan welfare initiatives. Rajasthan has an
Navy Day 2025 Celebrations Begin at Thiruvananthapuram; President Attends Operational Demonstration
Navy Day 2025 celebrated at Thiruvananthapuram; President attended Operational Demonstration; theme: Combat Ready, Cohesive and Self-Reliant.
India's 7th National Biodiversity Report to CBD: Only 2 of 23 Kunming-Montreal Targets on Track
India's 7th Biodiversity Report to CBD shows only 2 of 23 Kunming-Montreal 2030 targets on track; forest diversion at decade-high 29,000 ha.
Parliament Day 3: First Full Question Hour of Winter Session; IndiGo FDTL Aviation Safety Debate
Parliament Day 3 saw its first full Question Hour; IndiGo FDTL flight cancellations and aviation safety regulatory oversight debated in Lok Sabha.
PARANGAT Semiconductor Training Lab Inaugurated at SCL Mohali; Rs 4,500 Crore Investment to Modernise India's First Chip Facility
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw inaugurated the Semiconductor Process Gallery and PARANGAT Semiconductor Training Lab at the Semiconductor Laboratory (SCL) in Mohali, Punjab — India's first and only g
26th Hornbill Festival Underway in Nagaland; 18 Naga Tribal Troupes Perform at Kisama
26th Hornbill Festival ongoing in Nagaland (Dec 1-10); 18 Naga tribal troupes performed at Kisama Heritage Village.
Rajasthan Launches 'e-Swasthya Samvad' Digital Platform for Medical Education Governance
Rajasthan launched 'e-Swasthya Samvad' for medical education governance; twice-weekly video sessions with officials and public.
India's Strategic Autonomy on Display: Modi-Putin Summit Balances Russia Ties Amid US Tariff Pressure
The Modi-Putin summit of December 2025 highlighted India's Non-Alignment 2.0 / Multi-Alignment foreign policy doctrine. India has been Russia's second-largest crude oil buyer since 2022 (Russian crude
International Day of Persons with Disabilities 2025: President Murmu Presents National Awards; Theme 'Fostering Disability Inclusive Societies'
On December 3, 2025 — International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD) — President Droupadi Murmu presented the National Awards for the Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities 2025 in New Delhi.
Parliament Day 3: Lok Sabha Conducts First Full Question Hour of Winter Session
Day 3: First full Question Hour held; normal proceedings resumed after SIR discussion schedule agreed.
2 December 2025
(12 articles)Rajasthan MJSA 2.0: Rs 100 Crore CSR MoUs Signed for Jal Swavlamban Abhiyan
Rajasthan signed Rs 100 crore CSR MoUs with Piramal Foundation, HPCL, and ITC for MJSA 2.0 to build 14,000+ water harvesting structures.
Parliament Winter Session Days 1-2: Opposition Walkout Over Electoral Roll Special Intensive Revision
Parliament Winter Session began December 1 amid opposition walkout over Electoral Roll SIR; no bills passed on Days 1-2.
IndiGo Flight Disruption Crisis Begins: Hundreds of Flights Cancelled Due to New FDTL Norms
IndiGo cancelled thousands of flights from Dec 2 due to non-compliance with DGCA's new FDTL pilot rest norms.
World Computer Literacy Day 2025: India Advances Digital Education and Bridging the Digital Divide
World Computer Literacy Day is observed on December 2 every year to emphasise the importance of digital education and equitable access to technology, particularly among underserved communities. The da
India Secures 8th Rank in First-Ever Participation at WorldSkills Asia Competition 2025
India secured the 8th rank in its first-ever participation at the WorldSkills Asia Competition 2025, competing against 29 nations. The Indian contingent comprised 23 competitors who contested in 21 sk
National Pollution Control Day 2025: India Marks 41st Anniversary of Bhopal Gas Tragedy
National Pollution Control Day is observed every year on December 2 in India to honour the thousands of victims who lost their lives in the Bhopal Gas Tragedy of December 2–3, 1984 — the world's worst
Jaipur Becomes World's First City with Three Leopard Safaris, Boosting Rajasthan Wildlife Tourism
Jaipur became the world's first city to offer three leopard safaris, following the inauguration of the Beed Papad Leopard Safari on June 5, 2025 (World Environment Day) — located within the Nahargarh
Parliament Day 2: Both Houses Adjourned Amid Opposition Protests on Electoral Roll Revision
Both Houses adjourned on Day 2 over SIR protests; floor leaders agreed to discuss issue on Dec 9-10.
National Pollution Control Day: Observed in Memory of 1984 Bhopal Gas Tragedy
National Pollution Control Day observed Dec 2 in memory of 1984 Bhopal Gas Tragedy; NCAP covers focus cities including Jaipur, Jodhpur.
IGI Airport Becomes India's First Water-Positive Airport Among High-Traffic Facilities
Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport in Delhi achieved the distinction of becoming India's first water-positive airport among facilities handling over 40 million passengers annually. The recognit
Rajasthan Government Preparing for Rising Rajasthan Partnership Conclave 2025
Rajasthan prepares for Rising Rajasthan Partnership Conclave Dec 11-12; 1st Pravasi Rajasthani Diwas on Dec 10.
RBI MPC Meeting Begins: Three-Day Deliberation on Monetary Policy (December 3-5)
RBI MPC began 3-day meeting (Dec 3-5); 25 bps repo rate cut expected amid record-low 0.25% inflation.
1 December 2025
(16 articles)India-UK Free Trade Agreement Signed in 2025, Key Achievement of Indian Diplomacy
India signed FTAs with UK, Oman, New Zealand in 2025; resumed FTA talks with Canada.
Parliament Winter Session 2025 Commences with 13 Bills on Agenda
Parliament Winter Session began Dec 1 with 13 Bills; scheduled till Dec 19 with 15 sittings.
Parliament Winter Session 2025 Begins: 10 Bills Introduced on Opening Day Including Nuclear Energy Reform
India's Parliament Winter Session 2025 commenced on December 1, 2025 and ran until December 19, 2025. The session saw the introduction and passing of landmark legislation. The most significant was the
India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement Finalised: NZ Pledges USD 20 Billion Investment Over 15 Years
India and New Zealand finalised a landmark free trade agreement (FTA) in December 2025, aimed at significantly reducing tariffs on bilateral trade. Under the agreement, most tariffs on goods exchanged
India to Submit Updated NDC for 2035 by December: Environment Minister at COP30
India to submit 2035 NDC by December; dropped to 23rd on Climate Performance Index but met renewable targets early.
RBI MPC Meeting Begins: Markets Expect 25 bps Repo Rate Cut in December
RBI MPC meeting Dec 3-5; fourth consecutive 25 bps rate cut expected amid record-low 0.25% CPI inflation.
5th Khelo India University Games Continue in Rajasthan; Concluding Phase Across 7 Cities
5th KIUG in Rajasthan across 7 cities neared conclusion; 5,000+ athletes from 200+ universities in 23 sports.
World AIDS Day 2025: Theme 'Follow the Rights Path to End AIDS'
World AIDS Day 2025 observed with theme 'Follow the Rights Path to End AIDS'; UNAIDS pushes 95-95-95 targets.
IndiGo Scheduling Crisis: Nearly 4,500 Flights Cancelled After DGCA FDTL Rule Implementation
India's largest airline IndiGo experienced a severe scheduling crisis beginning December 2, 2025, with nearly 4,500 flights cancelled over the first ten days. The crisis stemmed from IndiGo's failure
Securities Markets Code + Insurance FDI: PRS Winter Session Day 1 Analysis
Parliament Winter Session 2025 Day 1: 10 bills including Insurance 100% FDI, Securities Markets Code (consolidating 3 acts), MGNREGA extended to 125 days, Atomic Energy private sector, HECI replacing
15th International Sand Art Festival Begins at Chandrabhaga Beach, Odisha
15th International Sand Art Festival began at Chandrabhaga Beach, Odisha alongside 36th Konark Festival.
India's Updated NDC 2035: 47% Emissions Intensity Cut, 60% Non-Fossil Power
India submitted its updated NDC to UNFCCC in December 2025: 47% emissions intensity cut vs 2005 by 2035 (from 45%) and 60% non-fossil electricity capacity by 2035 (from 50%), amid COP30 backdrop.
Reliance Industries Stops Russian Crude Oil Imports from December 1
Reliance stopped Russian crude imports at SEZ refinery from Dec 1; compliance with EU/US sanctions on Russian oil.
India-Malaysia Joint Military Exercise Harimau Shakti 2025 Begins at Mahajan Field Firing Range, Bikaner, Rajasthan
The 5th edition of the India-Malaysia joint military exercise Harimau Shakti 2025 commenced at the Mahajan Field Firing Range in Bikaner, Rajasthan. The exercise ran from December 5 to December 18, 20
Parliament Winter Session 2025 Commences; Opposition Demands Debate on Electoral Roll Revision
Parliament Winter Session began Dec 1-19 with 15 sittings; opposition stalled Lok Sabha over electoral roll revision demand.
HECI Bill 2025 (Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhikshan Bill) Listed for Winter Session
HECI Bill listed for Winter Session; proposes merging UGC, AICTE, NCTE into a single regulator under NEP 2020.
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