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Rajasthan govt plans to boost tourism in lesser-known destinations

The official said that tourism infrastructure plays a vital role in shaping the tourists' experience as it serves as a fundamental element of their overall enjoyment of a destination

Rajasthan govt to host week-long 'GST Savings Festival' from Sept 22-29

The Rajasthan government will observe a 'GST Savings Festival' from September 22 to 29 to spread awareness about the recent tax cuts, Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma said on Sunday. Addressing his cabinet ministers and other legislators through a video conference, Sharma said the GST rate restructuring will benefit all sections of society, be it farmers and industries, or the middle class. "This reform will make essential commodities more affordable, increase consumption, and benefit both consumers and businesses," Sharma said. The CM directed the public representatives to promote the campaign in their constituencies by engaging with traders and using hoardings, banners, and social media posts.

Rajasthan govt plans new strategy to further raise mining

According to a mines department official, a "concrete strategy", which includes aspects like recovery of dues, is being developed

Rajasthan govt aims to boost investment in auto and defence sectors

The objective of the policy is to incentivise investment in various sectors, and it will offer standard, add-on, and customisable packages of financial, non-financial benefits to eligible enterprises

Rajasthan's trade body ARTIA seeks subsidy relief to support exporters

According to the association, the United States' move to impose 50 per cent tariffs on India has increased pressure on medium, small and micro enterprises (MSMEs)

Rajasthan allots land to RVUNL for solar parks in Jaisalmer, Bikaner

In a bid to promote clean energy production, the Government of Rajasthan led by Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma has approved the allocation of land to state enterprise Rajasthan Vidyut Utpadan Nigam Ltd (RVUNL) for the establishment of large-scale renewable energy-based production parks in Jaisalmer and Bikaner districts. Under this landmark initiative, land allocation has been approved in Jaisalmer for various solar parks with a combined capacity of 26,400 megawatts (MW), a statement said on Saturday. Similarly, the construction of solar parks with a combined 5,200 MW capacity has been approved in Bikaner, it said. In line with the state's goals of sustainable development and energy security, these approvals represent a major step towards enhancing Rajasthan's leadership in the renewable energy sector, it said. Commenting on this, the Chief Minister said this initiative will not only position Rajasthan as a front-runner in clean energy production but also generate substantial ...

Rajasthan CM Bhajanlal Sharma flags off 162 new roadways buses in Jaipur

Speaking to the media, Deputy Chief Minister Bairwa thanked Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma for giving Rajasthan Roadways a wonderful gift

Heavy rainfall hits Kharif crops in Rajasthan in the last fortnight

Major crops such as moong, bajra, maize, soybean, groundnut, and cotton are most impacted

Will provide uninterrupted electricity to farmers: Rajasthan energy min

State's Energy Minister Hiralal Nagar directed the managing directors of discoms or power distribution corporations to prepare an action plan to reduce power losses

Rajasthan govt mulling new policy for farmer-producer organisations

The Panch-Gaurav program focuses on one crop, one plant species, one product, one tourist spot, and one sport in each district

Rajasthan govt to build godowns to boost food storage capacity for farmers

Under the scheme, the target is to create over 160,000 million tonnes of additional storage capacity in the years 2024-25 and 2025-26 for food grains storage

NBCC gets Rs 3,700 cr-order from Rajasthan govt to build mixed-use project

State-owned NBCC Ltd has secured a contract to develop and market a 95-acre mixed-use project in Rajasthan with an estimated investment of around Rs 3,700 crore. In a regulatory filing on Monday, the company informed that it has been "selected as the lead agency to design, build, and market the Rajasthan Mandapam Convention Centre, Global Capability Centre (GCC) Tower, IT Tower, luxury hotels, and new commercial and residential infrastructure on 95 acres of Rajasthan State Industrial Development & Investment Corporation (RIICO) land". The land is located along the B2 Bypass, Tonk Road. The Rajasthan government has approved this project, with an overall estimated investment of about Rs 3,700 crore, it added. Rajasthan Mandapam Convention Centre, having a total capacity of 7,500 seats, is proposed to be developed on about 25 acres of land. NBCC Ltd is into project management consultancy and real estate businesses.

Rajasthan stone crushers delay 19-day strike after talks with govt

The strike was called against what these associations called "repressive" policies, administrative hurdles, and impractical rules of the government

Rajasthan needs ease of doing business, cost cuts: Experts at BS Samriddhi

Experts at Business Standard's Rajasthan Samriddhi 2025 said the state must cut business costs, improve logistics, and ease rules to attract investors and boost growth opportunities

Rajasthan's mines dept eyes record revenue with focus on dues recovery

Principal Secretary Mines and Geology T Ravikant said that a concrete strategy is being chalked out, which includes recovery of revenue dues

What triggered 11% jump in Stallion India share price today? Details here

Stallion India's share price climbed today after the company inked a MoU with Rajasthan Government to establish a state-of-the-art R-32 refrigerant gas manufacturing facility in Bhilwara district.

Rajasthan govt signs 1,600 MoUs worth ₹1.37 trillion for tourism push

State targets tourism-led economic growth with mega projects, policy incentives, and job creation through strategic MoU execution

Rajasthan's small mine, stone associations go on strike; ₹150 crore loss

Both associations have submitted a memorandum to T Ravikant, principal secretary (mines), and demanded a solution to their issues

Rajasthan disburses ₹765.78 cr under investment promotion scheme in FY25

The Rajasthan government has disbursed Rs 765.78 crore in investment incentives under the Rajasthan Investment Promotion Scheme (RIPS) for the 2024-25 fiscal year, an official statement said on Monday. In a statement, the state industries department said the disbursal reflects growing investor interest and the government's proactive approach in honouring claims swiftly under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma. Principal Secretary (Industries & Commerce) Alok Gupta said, "RIPS 2024 reflects the government's commitment to building an investor-friendly ecosystem. The overwhelming response shows rising investor confidence in the policy framework." RIPS 2024, launched during a UK roadshow last October, targets priority sectors such as renewable energy, tourism, IT, and women-led startups. Incentives have attracted interest across sectors, including solar, wind, waste-to-energy, biomass, and M-sand. During the Rising Rajasthan Global Investment Summit 2024, MoUs worth Rs .

Kharif sowing in Rajasthan on track to meet agriculture dept's target

In Rajasthan, the main crops grown during the monsoon season include pearl millet (bajra), moong, moth, groundnut, soybean, cotton, and guar (cluster beans)