Rajasthan

Appearance

  • Rajasthan Government & Economy:

    • The annual audit report on revenue and expenditure was submitted to the Governor of Rajasthan on June 11, 2025.
    • Rajasthan ranked 12th among large states in economic, fiscal, financial development, and infrastructure assessment (CARE Edge Report).

  • Rajasthan Events & Initiatives:

    • The first Runway Festival in Rajasthan will be held at Jaipur International Airport.
    • The "Happy Birthday to You" initiative connects parents with Mahatma Gandhi schools through the School Community Connect program.
    • Railway Ministry pilot project to create a ticket reservation chart 24 hours in advance started in Bikaner.

  • Rajasthan Sports:

    • Arman Matoriya and Mohammad Raza were selected for the Indian team in the Under-16 SAABA Cup Basketball Championship 2025 in the Maldives.

  • Rajasthan Literature & Arts:

    • Abha Swami is the author of the nationally awarded novel, Samal Ja Zara.

  • MBM University Jodhpur Innovations:

    • Developed a blockchain system for online voting.
    • Introduced a course in astrology.

  • JNV University Patent:

    • Received a patent for a new method of oxygen production (oxidation technique).

  • University of Rajasthan (Jaipur):

    • Established on January 8, 1947.
    • Alpa Kateria is its first female vice-chancellor.
    • Publishes The Economist magazine.

  • Rudra Astra Drone:

    • The Rudra Astra, a hybrid V12 LUAV, successfully completed tests in the Pokhran field firing range in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan.* Iran-Israel Conflict:
    • Centers on Iran's nuclear program and refusal to sign the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty.
    • Israel attacked Iran.
    • US demanded Iran sign the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty, giving them a 60-day deadline.
    • Iran's failure to comply led to an attack by Israel.

  • India: Defense Testing at Pokhran Field Firing Range:

    • Location: Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan.
    • Recent Tests:
      • Rudra Astra (hybrid VTOL UAV).
      • Nag missile.
      • Pinaka missile.
      • Short-range air defense systems.

  • Pokhran Nuclear Tests:

    • First Test (Smiling Buddha): May 18, 1974, under Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. Location: Khetolai village.
    • Second Test (Operation Shakti): May 11-13, 1998, under Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee.
    • Indira Shakti Panorama built in Pokhran to commemorate Indira Gandhi.

  • Book Release:

    • "2 and a Half Love" (ढाई अक्षर प्रेम) by Ravi Kamra.

  • Lecture Coverage:

    • Indian Economic Survey.
    • Budget.
    • Static GK.
    • Educational institutions.
    • Government schemes.- Vijayadan Detha's Works & Awards:
    • Known as "BeeGee" or "B.G." or "BGI."
    • Awarded Padma Shri in 2007.
    • Notable works include: Batari Fulwari, Duvidha, Ulajhan, Chaudhri Ki Chaturai or Chaudharyani Chaturai or Chaudharyon Ki Chaturai, Bapu Ke Teen Hatyaare, Aalok Hitler, and Sapna Priya.
    • A movie titled Paheli was based on his work Duvidha.
    • Founded Borunda Sansthan in Jodhpur in 1960.

  • Suryamal Misran's Works:

    • Notable work: Vansh Bhaskar.

  • Literary Works:

    • Veer Satsai.
    • Veer Vilas.

  • 50th Edition of "Dhai Akshar Prem":

    • Author: Ravi Kamra.

  • Tal Chhapar Sanctuary Overpopulation & Translocation:

    • Approximately 5300 blackbucks (five times the sanctuary's capacity).
    • Translocation to Jaswantgarh using "Boma" technology.
    • First successful blackbuck translocation in India using Boma technology.

  • Rajasthan Rainfall:

    • 90% of total rainfall comes from the monsoon, 10% is cyclonic.
    • Of the monsoon rainfall, 30% from the Arabian Sea, 70% from the Bay of Bengal.

  • सीता माता अभयारण्य (प्रतापगढ़) (Sita Mata Sanctuary, Pratapgarh):

    • आदिमानव अवशेष (Remains of early humans).
    • सागवान के वृक्ष (Teak trees), उड़न गिलहरी (Flying squirrels), चित्तल (Spotted deer).
    • एंटीलोप प्रजाति का चौसिंगा (Four-horned antelope).
    • दो जल स्रोत (Two water sources): लव और कुश (Luv and Kush).

  • ज्वार सागर अभयारण्य (Jwar Sagar Sanctuary):

    • Location: Kota.

  • गजनेर अभयारण्य (Gajner Sanctuary):

    • Location: Bikaner.

  • बोमा तकनीक (Boma Technique):

    • First used in Rajasthan: Keoladeo.
    • Later used in: Mukundra Hills.
    • Origin: Africa.
    • Purpose: Facilitates catching animals.

  • तालछापर अभयारण्य (Tal Chhapar Sanctuary):

    • Currently under discussion (specific reason not detailed).* Talchhapar Sanctuary (Churu):

    • Blackbucks relocated to Jaswantgarh, Churu.

    • Relocation used the "Boma" technique (African technique).

    • Over 5000 blackbucks (Krishna Mriga) in Tal Chhapar Sanctuary led to overpopulation, conflict, and predation issues.

    • Known for its Motithiya grass.

  • Sita Mata Sanctuary (Pratapgarh):

    • Known for highest biodiversity in Rajasthan.
    • Contains teak trees.
    • Home to flying squirrels.
    • Considered the "motherland" of chital deer.
    • Recent discovery of ancient human remains.
    • Contains four-horned antelope (chousingha).

  • Other Sanctuaries:

    • Jawahar Sagar Sanctuary is located in Kota.
    • Gajner Sanctuary is located in Bikaner.

  • Boma Technique:

    • First used in Keoladeo Ghana National Park.
    • Subsequently used in Mukundra Hills National Park.

  • Blackbuck Translocation:

    • First successful translocation of blackbucks using "Boma" technique in Tal Chhapar Sanctuary, Churu.
    • Relocation to Jaswantgarh, Churu.

  • 2024 Padma Shri Awards (Rajasthan):

    • Maya Tandon (Jaipur): Awarded for road safety.
    • Janki Lal Bhand (Bhilwara): Awarded for Bahrupia art.
    • Lakshman Bhatt Tailang (Jaipur): Awarded posthumously for Dhrupad singing.
    • Ali and Gani Mohammad (Bikaner): Awarded for contributions to music.
    • Seer Kaif Nizam (Jodhpur): Awarded for contributions to music.
    • Billari Bharat: Awarded for contributions to Rajasthani language and folk epic recitation (specifically for folk epic "Swadhan Charan").
    • Baijnath Maharaj (Sikar): Awarded for contributions to spirituality and education.
    • Batul Begum (Jaipur): Awarded for contributions to Mand singing.

  • 2025 Padma Shri Awards (Rajasthan):

    • Seenkaf Nizam (Jodhpur): Music

  • International Anti-Corruption Academy Fellowship:

    • Smriti Sharma selected for a fellowship at the International Anti-Corruption Academy in Australia.* 2024 Sahitya Akademi Awards (Rajasthani Language):

    • Mukut Mani Raj: Awarded for "Gaon aur Amma."

    • Sonali Suthar: Awarded for "Shuddh Saude Jag Aangane."

    • Prahlad Singh Jhoda: Awarded for "Mahri Dhani" (Children's Literature).

    • Bhanwarlal Bharmar: Awarded for translation of "Sarokar."

  • 2024 Padma Shri Awards (Rajasthan):

    • Maya Tandon (Jaipur): Awarded for road safety.
    • Janaki Lal Bhand (Bhilwara): Awarded for Bahrupia art.
    • Lakshman Bhatt Tailang (Jaipur): Awarded posthumously for Dhrupad singing.
    • Ali and Ghani Mohammed (Bikaner): Awarded for music.

  • International Anti-Corruption Academy Internship/Fellowship:

    • Ipshita Sharma (Rajasthan): Selected for an internship/fellowship at the International Anti-Corruption Academy in Austria. The program lasts six months to one year and focuses on anti-corruption strategies.

  • International Anti-Corruption Day:

    • Observed on December 9th.

  • Blackbuck Translocation:

    • Successful translocation of blackbucks using a new technique (location and specific details not provided).

  • Book Launch:

    • "ढाई अक्षर प्रेम का" (Dhai Akshar Prem Ka) was launched (author and further details not specified).

  • UAV Testing:

    • Successful testing of the Rudraksha hybrid VTOL UAV (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle). (Further details not specified).

  • Patent Granted:

    • A patent was granted to JNVU for a new oxidant method (specific details not provided).