Daily Current Affairs – 08 December 2025

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Degana in Rajasthan is historically known for its high-grade tungsten reserves, although mining activities have been dormant for several years. Recently, expectations of reviving tungsten extraction and exploring potential lithium deposits have strengthened. During the Winter Session of Parliament, questions raised by Nagaur MP and RLP leader Hanuman Beniwal prompted an official response from the Union Minister of Coal and Mines, Shri G. Kishan Reddy. The Minister stated that on 16 September 2025, the Central Government issued a Notice Inviting...

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Keoladeo National Park in Bharatpur, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, has once again become a vibrant winter refuge for thousands of migratory birds. According to the Asian Waterbird Census-2025, colourful species such as the Northern Pintail, Red-crested Pochard, Gadwall, Common Coot, and Common Pochard have been recorded in significant numbers. The strong presence of the Northern Pintail especially indicates healthy wetland conditions. However, the census also raises concerns regarding the decline of several rare species, likely driven by climate change...

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The state of Rajasthan showcased its energy sector progress and future roadmap at the Global Energy Leaders Summit 2025 held in Puri, Odisha. Energy Minister Shri Heeralal Nagar highlighted achievements under the leadership of Chief Minister Shri Bhajanlal Sharma, especially in renewable and solar energy. Rajasthan has emerged as a national leader in decentralised solar power through the effective implementation of the PM-KUSUM scheme. The Minister pointed out that approximately 2,470 MW of decentralised solar plants have already been developed...

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The Jodhpur–Pali–Marwar Industrial Area (JPMIA) is rapidly developing as a major industrial township in Western Rajasthan, aligned with the Chief Minister’s vision to establish large, fully integrated industrial cities in the state. Spread across nearly 3,600 hectares, JPMIA is planned to become Rajasthan’s largest industrial township, incorporating manufacturing, services, logistics, warehousing, and social infrastructure. The project is being implemented under the Delhi–Mumbai Industrial Corridor (DMIC) through the Rajasthan Industrial Corridors Development Corporation Limited (RICDCL), a special purpose vehicle with 51...

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In the countrywide programme called the Bharat Darshan Abhiyan, 25 Kashmir students visited Rajasthan where they met the Governor, Shri Hari Babu Kambhampati (Hari Bhau Bagde), at Lok Bhavan in Jaipur. During the interaction, the Governor listened to the students’ experiences regarding their educational and cultural exposure tour conducted across India. He highlighted that Bharat Darshan reflects the true spirit of the national vision “Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat,” where unity in diversity becomes a lived experience rather than merely an...

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The Ajmer Division organised the Watershed Festival-2025 under the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY) 2.0 – Watershed Component, focusing on water conservation, soil management, and community participation. District-level beneficiaries shared their practical experiences during interactive sessions. Assembly Speaker Vasudev Devnani emphasised that awareness about water conservation is increasing across the country and highlighted the urgent need to balance groundwater extraction with recharge. He stressed restoration of irrigation structures, revival of traditional water bodies, and collaboration through CSR and NGOs....