Rajasthan Current Affairs:
- Rajasthan is the first state to include Operation Sindur in its curriculum.
- The monsoon's arrival in Rajasthan from the Bay of Bengal is expected between June 18th and 20th, 2025 (India Meteorological Department).
- Professor Bhanaram Garhi received a lifetime achievement award at an international conference in Malaysia.
- Author Dr. Ajay Data presented Chief Minister Bajnath Sharma with a new book, "Mastering AI for Everyday Life."
- Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan Ayurveda University launched India's first Panchgavya PG diploma course.
- The Union Home Ministry directed the installation of electric fences in 10 border districts of Rajasthan.
Sports:
- Ravi Chaudhary from Jaipur won a gold medal in the 80-85 kg category at the 13th National Pencak Silat Championship in Lucknow.
Rajasthan Geography Book:
- A book on Rajasthan's districts ("Jila Darshan") was launched on May 17th, containing information on all 41 districts and 1313 questions (available as a PDF).
India-Turkey Trade:
- India's exports to Turkey constitute only 1.5% of its total exports.
- Turkey's imports from India amount to $720 billion.
Jay Narayan Vyas University Action:
- Jay Narayan Vyas University in Rajasthan terminated its Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Inonu University of Turkey.
Turkey and Azerbaijan's Support for Pakistan:
- Turkey and Azerbaijan aided Pakistan during the India-Pakistan conflict, providing military (including drones) and financial assistance.
India's Boycott of Turkey and Azerbaijan:
- India initiated a boycott of Turkish and Azerbaijani goods in response to their support for Pakistan. This boycott impacted various sectors, including dry fruits, tourism (affecting 10% of their GDP), and educational collaborations.* India-Turkey Relations and Boycott:
- Turkey and Azerbaijan supported Pakistan during the India-Pakistan conflict with military and financial aid, including drones.
- India initiated a boycott of Turkish and Azerbaijani goods (dry fruits, tourism, etc.) in response.
- India previously contributed ~10% to Turkey and Azerbaijan's GDP through tourism and trade.
- Jay Narayan Vyas University suspended its MoU with Turkey's Inonu University.
- India provided medical aid to Turkey during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020.
- India sent a relief team to Turkey after the 2023 earthquakes.
Urban Forest Development in India (Oxyzones):
- Central government's Urban Forest initiative will develop 40 locations into "Oxyzones."
- Oxyzones are urban forests to combat air pollution.
- Urban jurisdiction area expanded from 5 to 10 km to facilitate oxyzone creation.
- Minimum area of 20,000 hectares required per oxyzone.
- 40 urban bodies now qualify for oxyzone development.
Rajasthan Medical Infrastructure:
Rajasthan Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS), modeled after AIIMS Delhi, will be established in Jaipur under Rajasthan University of Health Sciences (RUHS).
Announcement made in 2024-25 budget.
Dr. Sampurnanand Medical College: Houses the state's first Cath lab.
SMS Hospital: Houses the state's first air ambulance, first heart transplant facility, robotics lab, and sports injury center.* Establishment of Rajasthan Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS):
RIMS, modeled after AIIMS Delhi, will be established within the Rajasthan University of Health Sciences (RUHS) in Jaipur.
The announcement for its establishment was made in the 2024-25 budget.
RIMS stands for Rajasthan Institute of Medical Sciences.
AIIMS Jodhpur Initiatives:
- AIIMS Jodhpur is located in Jodhpur.
- A drone delivery project for medicines has been launched by AIIMS Jodhpur in Sirohi district.
Other Medical Developments in Rajasthan:
- S.N. Medical College established the state's first Cath Lab.
- SMS Hospital has the state's first air ambulance, the state's first heart transplant, a robotics lab, and a sports injury center.
Mahi Banswara Nuclear Power Project: Four nuclear power plants (700 MW each, totaling 2800 MW) will be constructed.
Atomic Energy Regulatory Board: Established on November 15, 1983.
Rajasthan Atomic Power Plant (RAPP): Unit 7 commenced electricity generation. This unit has a capacity of 700 MW, with an additional 320 MW approved.
Mahi Atomic Power Project (MAPP), Napla, Banswara: Approval granted for the construction of four units, each with a capacity of 700 MW, totaling 2800 MW of generation capacity.
Atomic Energy Regulatory Board (AERB): Established on November 15, 1983. Oversees all nuclear power plants in India, including those in Rajasthan.
Atomic Energy Regulatory Board Approvals: The Atomic Energy Regulatory Board has approved the establishment of four nuclear reactors under the Mahi Banswara project.
Rajasthan Nuclear Power Plants:
- Rajasthan Atomic Power Station (RAPS) in Rawatbhata, Chittorgarh: Recently started electricity generation from its 7th unit (700 MW), with an additional 320 MW approved. It is Rajasthan's first and India's second nuclear power unit.
- Mahi Atomic Power Plant in Napala, Banswara: Four units (700 MW each) approved, totaling 2800 MW of production capacity.
Nahargarh Biological Park:
- Birth of five lion cubs to a tigress named Rani, one of which was white.
- State's first lion safari located here.
- Presence of hippopotamuses.
- Upcoming tiger safari.
Godown Relocation:
- Nine godowns shifted from Jaisalmer to a building center near Ajmer (Kharamor).
- Five chicks came from Ramdevra and four from Sam.
- Godown breeding center also located in Alwar.
Atomic Energy Regulatory Board:
- Approved the establishment of four nuclear reactors under the Mahi Banswara project.* Great Indian Bustard (Godawan) Conservation:
- Godawan breeding center shifted from Jaisalmer to Awar, Ajmer.
- Recent Godawan chicks hatched in April at the Awar center.
- Another Godawan breeding center located in Soorsan, Baran.
- Nine Godawan chicks (five from Ramdevra, four from Sam) were moved to Awar from Jaisalmer due to tensions with Pakistan.
- Designated state bird of Rajasthan in 1981 (order passed in May 1982).
- Also known as Sharmili Pakshi and Son Chiriya.
- Project Great Indian Bustard launched on June 5, 2013, for its conservation.
Rajasthan Wildlife:
- Machiya Safari Park located in Jodhpur.
- Nahargarh Biological Park located in Jaipur houses Rajasthan's first lion safari and hippos.
- Tigress named Rani gave birth to five cubs in Nahargarh, one of which was white.
Bikaner Technical University:
- Founded: 2017.
- Professor Akhil Ranjan Garg appointed as Kulguru (Vice-Chancellor), a first in Rajasthan.
MBM University, Jodhpur:
- Founded: August 15, 1951.
- Granted University Status: September 2021.
- Vice-Chancellor: Ajay Sharma.
- Developed technology enabling voting from home.
- Professor Akhil Ranjan Garg (MBM University) appointed Kulguru of Bikaner Technical University.- University Appointments in Rajasthan
- Bikaner Technical University: Professor Akhil Ranjan Garg appointed as Kulguru (Chancellor). First official use of "Kulguru" title in Rajasthan.
- Rajasthan Technical Universities: RTU (Kota), Bikaner Technical University (Bikaner), MBM University (Jodhpur).
- MBM University Jodhpur: Established August 15, 1951; University status in September 2021; Current Kulguru is Ajay Sharma. Professor Akhil Ranjan Garg (MBM University's electrical engineering dept.) appointed Kulguru of Bikaner Technical University.
Environment & Wildlife
- Godawan Bird Chicks: Relocation of Godawan bird chicks.
- Urban Forests (Oxyzones): Central government initiative to develop urban forests (Oxyzones).
Energy Sector
- Mahi Banswara Nuclear Project: Discussion of the Mahi Banswara Nuclear Project.
Healthcare Infrastructure
- Rajasthan Institute of Medical Sciences: Establishment of a Rajasthan Institute of Medical Sciences, modeled after AIIMS Delhi.
International Collaboration
- Memorandum of Understanding (MoU): MoU signed with Turkey's Inonu University.
Sports
- 13th National Pecakus Slut Championship: Participation of a Rajasthani individual.