Rajasthan Current Affairs — April 2026
84 articles covering Rajasthan and national current affairs for April 2026, curated for RAS/RPSC exam preparation.
7 April 2026
(8 articles)IMD Issues Orange Alert for Rajasthan: Heavy Rains, Hailstorms Expected as Western Disturbance Intensifies
IMD issues orange alert for Rajasthan with heavy rains and hailstorms expected April 7-10 due to Western Disturbance, following crop-destroying hailstorms on April 3-4.
MIB Notifies New TV Rating Policy 2026 with Stricter Governance and Expanded Metering
MIB notifies TV Rating Policy 2026 replacing 2014 guidelines, mandating landing page exclusion, 50% independent directors, and scaling to 80,000 metered homes.
Bharat Tribes Fest 2026 Concludes in New Delhi with 1.5 Lakh Visitors and Rs 4.5 Crore Sales
Bharat Tribes Fest 2026 concluded at Sunder Nursery, New Delhi with 1.5 lakh visitors, Rs 4.5 crore sales, and the launch of 'RISA: Timeless Tribal' brand.
Moody's Cuts India FY27 GDP Growth Forecast to 6% Amid Global Trade War and West Asia Crisis
Moody's lowers India's FY27 GDP forecast to 6% from 6.8% citing trade war and West Asia crisis, while maintaining Baa3 rating with positive outlook.
PM Modi Fills Census 2027 Self-Enumeration Form, Urges Citizens to Participate Digitally
PM Modi fills Census 2027 self-enumeration form, urging digital participation in India's first digital-first census, critical for delimitation and Women's Reservation Act.
Russia Deputy PM Manturov Visits India; Co-Chairs IRIGC-TEC with Jaishankar on Trade and Energy
Russia's Deputy PM Manturov co-chaired IRIGC-TEC with Jaishankar, discussing trade, energy, nuclear cooperation at Kudankulam, and rupee-rouble payment mechanism.
OPEC+ Agrees to Increase Oil Production Amid Strait of Hormuz Crisis and $120 Crude Prices
OPEC+ agrees to increase oil production as Strait of Hormuz disruptions push crude near $120/barrel; PM Modi chairs CCS meeting on India's energy security.
Assam, Kerala and Puducherry Assembly Elections Scheduled for April 9; Election Commission Issues Final Guidelines
Election Commission issues final guidelines for April 9 Assembly elections in Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry; seizures surpass Rs 650 crore.
6 April 2026
(14 articles)RBI Data Shows CASA Ratio Falls to 37.9% as Depositors Shift to Equities, Mutual Funds and Gold
CASA deposits fell to a 2-year low of 37.9% as Indian depositors shift savings to equities, mutual funds, and gold, forcing banks to rely on record CD issuances of Rs 15.5 lakh crore.
WTO MC14 Fails — E-Commerce Moratorium Lapses
WTO's MC14 in Yaoundé ended without a declaration; the 1998 e-commerce duty moratorium and TRIPS non-violation moratorium lapsed on March 31, 2026, allowing countries to impose customs duties on digit
ISRO Mission MITRA: Gaganyaan Astronaut-Designates Complete High-Altitude Training in Ladakh
ISRO's four Gaganyaan astronaut-designates completed Mission MITRA high-altitude training at 3,500m in Ladakh, testing crew performance under extreme conditions.
INS Aridhaman: India Commissions Third Nuclear-Powered Ballistic Missile Submarine
India commissioned INS Aridhaman, its third nuclear submarine of the Arihant class, with 70% indigenous content and K-4 missiles with 3,500 km range, strengthening second-strike capability.
NITI Aayog Fiscal Health Index 2026: Odisha Tops, Rajasthan Upgraded to Front Runner
NITI Aayog released the 2nd edition of its Fiscal Health Index (FY 2023-24, CAG data). Five pillars: Quality of Expenditure, Revenue Mobilisation, Fiscal Prudence, Debt Index, Debt Sustainability. Odi
BSF Explores Reptiles Along India-Bangladesh Border as Infiltration Deterrent
BSF HQ directed field units to study feasibility of deploying crocodiles and snakes along 371 km of unfenced India-Bangladesh riverine border to deter infiltration. At feasibility-study stage only. Ci
NCERT Granted Deemed University Status
Ministry of Education declared NCERT and its 6 Regional Institutes of Education (including Ajmer, Rajasthan) as Deemed University under Section 3 of UGC Act. NCERT can now offer Diploma, UG, PG, PhD i
"Aapno Khet–Aapni Khaad" Campaign: Rajasthan Launches State-Wide Organic Farming Drive
Rajasthan launched the "Aapno Khet–Aapni Khaad" campaign (April 6–30, 2026) under Agriculture Minister Dr. Kirodi Lal Meena to promote organic farming, reduce chemical fertilizer dependence, and suppo
RBI Releases State Market Borrowing Calendar Q1 FY2026-27
RBI released the State Market Borrowing Calendar for Q1 FY27. States will collectively raise ₹2,54,509 crore via SDLs. Nine pilot states will use a new Benchmark Issuance Strategy to enhance transpare
Plastic Waste Management (Amendment) Rules, 2026 — EPR Overhaul
MoEFCC notified Plastic Waste Management (Amendment) Rules, 2026 effective March 31, overhauling EPR with mandatory recycled content targets (30-60% by 2028-29), plastic credit trading, 3-year carryfo
SHANTI Bill Opens India's Nuclear Energy Sector to Private Investment, Targets 100 GW by 2047
The SHANTI Bill repeals the 1962 Atomic Energy Act, allowing private companies to build nuclear plants for the first time, targeting 100 GW capacity by 2047 with $120 billion investment.
Justice Kurian Joseph Committee Recommends GST 2.0 to Restore Fiscal Federalism
The Justice Kurian Joseph Committee recommends GST 2.0 reforms including rotational GST Council chairmanship and state-level rate flexibility to address fiscal imbalance after compensation guarantee e
Rajasthan HC Upholds SI Exam 2021 Cancellation; Ashok Gehlot Targets BJP Government
Rajasthan HC division bench upholds cancellation of SI Recruitment Exam 2021 due to paper leak evidence; Ashok Gehlot demands BJP government take responsibility and conduct fresh exams.
Sādhana Saptah 2026: Mission Karmayogi Good Governance Week Focuses on Tangible Outcomes
Sādhana Saptah 2026 Day 6 under Mission Karmayogi focused on tangible governance outcomes with webinars on health assurance, sustainability systems thinking, and data-driven social protection.
5 April 2026
(9 articles)Rajasthan Launches Praveshotsav 2026: Targeting 1.45 Crore Student Enrolments, 4 Lakh Teachers Deployed
Rajasthan launched Praveshotsav 2026 targeting enrolment of 1.45 crore students in government schools. Over 4 lakh teachers and 14,000 officers deployed for door-to-door outreach. Class 1 admission ag
Rajasthan Major IAS Reshuffle: 65 Officers Transferred, Tina Dabi Moved to Tonk
Rajasthan government transferred 65 IAS officers including 25 district collectors on April 1, 2026. Tina Dabi (UPSC 2015 topper) moved from Barmer to Tonk as Collector; her sister Ria Dabi appointed S
Parliament Passes Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill 2026: Amaravati Declared Sole Capital
Parliament passed the AP Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill 2026, declaring Amaravati as the sole and permanent capital of Andhra Pradesh. The Bill amends the 2014 Act, ending years of uncertainty over t
NITI Aayog Releases Fiscal Health Index 2026: Odisha Tops Major States, Punjab at Bottom
NITI Aayog's Fiscal Health Index 2026 ranked Odisha as top among major states and Arunachal Pradesh among NE/Himalayan states. Punjab and Kerala remain in the Aspirational (bottom) category. The index
Supreme Court Mandates Pan-India SOP for Human Trafficking, Forms Expert Core Committee
The Supreme Court directed formulation of a pan-India SOP for human trafficking, actionable at police station level. An expert core committee including former IPS officer P.M. Nair was constituted. De
India's IIP Grows 5.2% in February 2026: Manufacturing and Capital Goods Drive Industrial Momentum
India's IIP grew 5.2% in February 2026, up from 4.8% in January. Manufacturing rose 6% and capital goods output surged 12.5% — the highest in nine months — signalling strong investment momentum.
CSE and Down To Earth Release State of India's Environment 2026 Report: 99% Days Had Extreme Weather in 2025
The SoE 2026 report by CSE and Down To Earth reveals India had extreme weather on 331/334 days in 2025, killing 4,419 people. Seven of nine planetary boundaries have been breached, with ocean acidific
Rajasthan Revives Mukhyamantri Jal Swavalamban Abhiyan 2 with Rs 11,200 Crore Budget for 20,000 Villages
Rajasthan revived Mukhyamantri Jal Swavalamban Abhiyan 2 with Rs 11,200 crore budget targeting 20,000 villages. The initiative focuses on rainwater harvesting, water body rejuvenation, and community-l
India Becomes World's Second Largest Mobile Phone Manufacturer, Exports Surge 127 Times Since 2014
India has become the world's 2nd largest mobile phone manufacturer. Exports jumped 127 times from Rs 1,500 crore (2014-15) to Rs 2 lakh crore (2024-25). Over 300 manufacturing units now operate; 99.2%
4 April 2026
(15 articles)India-Azerbaijan Hold 6th Foreign Office Consultations, Resume Bilateral Engagement
India and Azerbaijan held 6th Foreign Office Consultations in Baku, first since 2022, discussing energy, trade, and INSTC connectivity.
Bharat Organics Expands: 181 NE Cooperatives Join National Organic Network
NCOL's Bharat Organics brand expands with 181 NE cooperative societies; 27 products launched with MOUs across all NE states.
India Submits Updated NDC: 47% Emissions Intensity Cut and 60% Clean Power by 2035
India submitted its updated NDC to UNFCCC, pledging a 47% emissions intensity cut and 60% non-fossil power capacity by 2035 under the Paris Agreement.
State of India's Environment 2026 Report: Planetary Boundaries Breached, Air Quality Gaps Exposed
CSE and Down To Earth's SOE 2026 report warns that 7 of 9 planetary boundaries are breached, 85% of Indians lack air quality monitoring coverage, and human-tiger conflicts are rising due to Lantana in
US Imposes 100% Duty on Pharma Imports: India's $28 Billion Export Market at Risk
US imposes 100% duty on pharma imports including APIs; India, which exports 40% of its $28B pharma output to US, faces major impact.
Petrol and Diesel Prices Hold Steady Despite Global Crude Fluctuations Amid West Asia Conflict
Fuel prices stable in India on April 4 despite West Asia conflict pushing crude above $90/barrel; India imports 85%+ of crude oil needs.
Rajasthan Lowers Class 1 Admission Age to 5 Years, New Academic Session Starts April
Rajasthan has reduced the Class 1 admission age from 6 to 5 years and shifted the academic session start from July to April, aimed at boosting government school enrolment for 2026-27.
India's Manufacturing PMI Falls to 53.9 in March Amid West Asia Crisis Impact
India's Manufacturing PMI fell from 56.9 to 53.9 in March 2026 due to West Asia crisis impact on supply chains and input costs.
Rajasthan Police Arrest Fugitive in Bluetooth Exam Cheating Racket
Rajasthan Police arrested Rakesh Kumar Rewad, fugitive for over a year, in Bluetooth-based exam cheating racket targeting Junior Clerk recruitment.
India Maintains 4% Inflation Target for 2026-2031 Period
Government retains 4% CPI inflation target with 2-6% tolerance band for 2026-2031, continuing the monetary policy framework for RBI.
Rajasthan Announces Nationwide Roadshows for Global Rajasthan Agritech Meet (GRAM) 2026
Rajasthan announces 5-city roadshow tour ahead of GRAM 2026 (May 23-25), starting Jaipur April 10, to attract agritech investment.
Corporate Laws (Amendment) Bill 2026 Referred to JPC: Key Reforms to Companies Act and LLP Act
The Corporate Laws (Amendment) Bill 2026, introduced in Lok Sabha, has been referred to a JPC for scrutiny. It amends the Companies Act 2013 and LLP Act 2008 to decriminalise minor offences and modern
Election Commission Transfers West Bengal Chief Secretary and DGP, Sparks Constitutional Debate
ECI transfers West Bengal's Chief Secretary and DGP after poll announcement, sparking debate on Article 324 powers vs state autonomy.
GSI Discovers Natural Hydrogen in Andaman & Nicobar Islands
GSI discovers naturally occurring hydrogen in Andaman & Nicobar during 175th year operations; completed 458 mineral projects focusing on critical minerals and rare earths.
INS Sunayna Sets Sail as IOS SAGAR with 16 Foreign Naval Partners
INS Sunayna deploys as IOS SAGAR from Mumbai with personnel from 16 nations, reinforcing India's role as Indian Ocean security provider.
3 April 2026
(14 articles)Kar Saathi: Income Tax Department Launches 24/7 AI-Powered Tax Assistant
Income Tax Dept launches Kar Saathi, a 24/7 AI chatbot for tax guidance under new Income Tax Act 2025, available in Hindi and English.
UPI Records 22.64 Billion Transactions in March 2026, Sets New All-Time High
UPI set a new all-time record with 22.64 billion transactions in March 2026, driven by growing digital adoption across India.
Russia Offers to Scale Up Crude Oil and LNG Supplies to India Amid West Asia Crisis
Russia offers increased crude oil and LNG supplies to India amid West Asia crisis; Russian crude already accounts for 35-40% of India''s imports.
India Defence Exports Hit Record Rs 38,424 Crore in FY 2025-26
India''s defence exports reached record Rs 38,424 crore in FY 2025-26; aims for Rs 50,000 crore by 2028-29 with 16,000+ MSMEs in supply chain.
Jan Vishwas Amendment Bill 2026 Decriminalizes 1000+ Offences Across 80 Central Acts
Jan Vishwas Amendment Bill 2026 passed by Parliament; decriminalizes 1000+ offences across 80 Acts, converts 717 criminal provisions to civil penalties.
Amaravati Confirmed as Permanent Capital of Andhra Pradesh by Parliament
Parliament passes AP Reorganisation Amendment Bill confirming Amaravati as sole permanent capital; ends three-capital debate.
NASA Artemis II: First Crewed Lunar Mission in Over 50 Years Launches Successfully
NASA Artemis II launches successfully with 4 astronauts on first crewed lunar mission since 1972; crew includes first Black astronaut and first woman on lunar trajectory.
PM Modi Addresses Mission Karmayogi Sadhana Saptah, Calls for Citizen-Centric Governance
PM Modi addresses Mission Karmayogi Sadhana Saptah; iGOT platform has 35 lakh officials enrolled for civil services capacity building.
Delhi Excise Policy Case: Trial Court Declines to Frame Charges Against Former Ministers
Delhi trial court declines to frame charges in excise policy case, ruling prosecution failed to establish prima facie evidence of conspiracy and corruption.
IMD Forecasts Heavy Rainfall Across North India Due to Active Western Disturbance
IMD warns of heavy rainfall across North India on April 3-4 due to active Western Disturbance; flash flood and crop damage risks highlighted.
Rajasthan Industrial Park Promotion Policy 2026: Boosting Investment and Employment
Rajasthan launched Industrial Park Promotion Policy 2026 to attract private investment through PPP and private models, with RIICO as nodal agency and incentives like single-window clearance via Raj Ni
NITI Aayog Fiscal Health Index 2026: Rajasthan Moves to Front Runner Category
NITI Aayog released Fiscal Health Index 2026 (FHI) evaluating state fiscal performance on 5 pillars using CAG data; Rajasthan upgraded from Performer to Front Runner category.
ISRO Gaganyaan G1 Uncrewed Test Flight: India's Human Spaceflight Milestone in 2026
ISRO plans Gaganyaan G1 uncrewed test flight in H2 2026 carrying Vyommitra robot to test crew module, reentry, and splashdown systems before the crewed H1 mission in 2027.
Rajasthan Youth Policy 2026 Launched: Mukhyamantri Yuva Swarozgar Yojana and 8 Focus Areas
Rajasthan launched Youth Policy 2026 with 8 focus areas and Mukhyamantri Yuva Swarozgar Yojana offering interest-free loans to 1 lakh youth for micro-entrepreneurship.
2 April 2026
(10 articles)RoDTEP Scheme Extended by 6 Months to September 2026 Amid Global Trade Disruptions
India extended the RoDTEP export incentive scheme by 6 months to September 2026 with a revised allocation of Rs 10,000 crore, continuing support for exporters amid global trade disruptions.
NITI Aayog Fiscal Health Index 2026: Odisha Tops, Rajasthan Near Bottom Among Major States
NITI Aayog Fiscal Health Index 2026 ranks Odisha first among major states; Rajasthan ranks near bottom, reflecting high debt and weak revenue mobilisation in FY 2023-24.
Income Tax Act 2025 Comes Into Force from April 1, 2026
Income Tax Act 2025 replaced India's 64-year-old Income Tax Act 1961 from April 1, 2026, with 536 sections, new 'Tax Year' concept, simplified regime as default, zero tax up to ₹12 lakh, and higher al
DRDO-ISRO MoU for Himalayan Snow Cover Monitoring and Mountain Meteorology Using Space Technology
DRDO's DGRE and ISRO's SAC signed an MoU to use space technology for Himalayan snow cover monitoring and mountain meteorology, supporting Indian Army operations in high-altitude terrain.
Rajasthan Launches Praveshotsav 2026: New Academic Session Begins with School Enrolment Drive
Rajasthan launched Praveshotsav 2026 on April 1 with 14,000 officers and 4 lakh teachers conducting door-to-door surveys; Class 1 admission age lowered from 6 to 5 years for 2026-27 session.
Rajasthan IAS Reshuffle 2026: Tina Dabi Posted to Tonk, Ria Dabi Moves to CM's Office
Rajasthan government transferred 65 IAS officers on April 1, 2026; Tina Dabi (UPSC 2015 AIR 1) posted as Collector of Tonk, her sister Ria Dabi appointed OSD in the Chief Minister's Office.
India's BRICS 2026 Chairmanship: Navigating West Asia Conflict, De-dollarisation and Global South Agenda
India chairs BRICS 2026 and will host the BRICS Summit; key challenges include West Asia conflict between members Iran, Saudi Arabia and UAE; India reframes de-dollarisation as national currency trade
Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill 2026: Amaravati Declared Sole Capital
Parliament passed the AP Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill 2026, declaring Amaravati as the sole and permanent capital of Andhra Pradesh, amending the 2014 bifurcation act.
India-Chabahar Port: US Sanctions Waiver Expires April 26, 2026; India Engages Washington for Extension
India's US sanctions waiver for operating Chabahar Port in Iran expires on April 26, 2026; India has invested $500 million and paid $120 million to Iran; MEA confirms active engagement with US for ext
State of India's Environment 2026 Report: 7 Planetary Boundaries Breached, 4,419 Deaths from Extreme Weather
CSE's State of India's Environment 2026 report found 7 of 9 planetary boundaries breached; extreme weather occurred on 99% of days in 2025 killing 4,419 people; only 15% population near air quality mo
1 April 2026
(14 articles)NITI Aayog Fiscal Health Index 2026: Odisha Tops; Rajasthan Improves on Expenditure Quality
NITI Aayog FHI 2026 rates state fiscal health for FY 2023-24. Odisha tops; Rajasthan remains in bottom six overall but improves to Front Runner on Quality of Expenditure. CAG audited data underpins th
NISAR Satellite Fully Operational: NASA-ISRO Joint Earth Radar Mission Delivers First Science Data
NISAR satellite (launched July 2025, fully operational January 2026) is delivering dual-frequency SAR Earth data. Capable of detecting 1 cm surface changes, it monitors earthquakes, glaciers, and agri
INS Malwan: Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft Commissioned
Indian Navy commissions INS Malwan, an Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft for detecting submarine threats in coastal littoral zones.
Nyaya Setu: AI Chatbot for Justice Delivery Launched by Government
Government launches Nyaya Setu AI chatbot for multilingual legal assistance to citizens, aiming to reduce case pendency of 5 crore+ cases across Indian courts.
Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill 2025: JPC Hears Experts on UGC-AICTE Replacement
JPC on VBSA Bill 2025 heard university experts on April 1. The bill proposes replacing UGC, AICTE, and NCTE with a single apex regulator — the Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan — with three sub-council
Rajasthan Semiconductor Policy 2026: Dedicated Corridors, 60% Capital Subsidy to Attract Chip Investment
Rajasthan Semiconductor Policy 2026 offers 60% capital subsidy, dedicated corridors at Jodhpur-Pali-Marwar, 100% electricity duty exemption for 7 years, targeting OSAT and ATMP facilities.
Space Debris Crisis: Growing Orbital Management Challenges
Space debris crisis intensifies with 36,000+ trackable objects in orbit; Outer Space Treaty 1967 lacks debris management provisions and no verification for de-orbiting claims.
Air India Group Restructuring: Key Changes Effective from April 1
Air India Group restructuring takes effect April 1 with unified operations, merging AI Express/AIX Connect as budget carrier and integrating Vistara; 470+ aircraft on order.
Navegaon-Nagzira Tiger Reserve Takes Over Buffer Area in Maharashtra
Navegaon-Nagzira Tiger Reserve in Gondia, Maharashtra takes over its buffer area, strengthening tiger corridor connectivity in central India''s Vidarbha region.
Lok Sabha Passes AP Reorganisation Amendment Bill 2026: Amaravati Declared Sole Capital of Andhra Pradesh
Lok Sabha passed the AP Reorganisation Amendment Bill 2026 on April 1, giving Amaravati statutory status as Andhra Pradesh's sole capital, ending a decade of uncertainty post-2014 bifurcation. Rajya S
India Leads Globally on Nagoya Protocol with 3,561 IRCCs Issued
India leads globally on Nagoya Protocol implementation with 3,561 IRCCs (56% of world total), facilitated by the National Biodiversity Authority under the Biological Diversity Act 2002.
Indian Navy Launches Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel Shachi (Yard 1280)
Indian Navy launches NGOPV Shachi at Goa Shipyard Limited, enhancing maritime patrol capability in India''s 2 million sq km EEZ under Atmanirbhar Bharat.
New Income Tax Act 2025 Replaces Six-Decade-Old Law from April 1
The New Income Tax Act 2025 replaces the 1961 Act from April 1, 2026, simplifying tax law by reducing sections from 298 to 256 and removing outdated provisions.
Lok Sabha Passes Insolvency and Bankruptcy (Amendment) Bill 2026
Lok Sabha passes IBC Amendment Bill 2026 to speed up insolvency resolution with 330-day CIRP deadline, enhanced creditor rights, and cross-border insolvency provisions.
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