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Current Affairs - July 12, 2025

International & National Events

  • World Sanskrit Conference:
    • Held in Kathmandu, Nepal (19th conference).
    • Rajasthan was represented by Dr. Lalit Sharma and Dr. Neha Krishna Kumar.
  • Hills Millennium Award:
    • Awarded to Professor A. Bala Subramanian in Birmingham, UK.
  • Bharat Gaurav Award (UK):
    • Presented at the House of Commons in London, UK, to 25 Indians.
    • Five Rajasthanis were among the recipients: Kiran Agarwal, Rajendra Kumar Setia, Sunil Khetpaliya, Gulabo Bai, and Sanjana Karnani.
  • European Free Trade Agreement:
    • Switzerland has approved the agreement, potentially leading to $100 billion investment in India and 10 lakh job opportunities.
  • Operation Sindoor:
    • National Security Advisor Ajit Doval stated that India suffered no loss in the operation.

Rajasthan Specific Current Affairs

  • IIT Kota Convocation:
    • The 4th Convocation Ceremony of the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kota was organized.
    • Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar was the chief guest.
  • Kota - Key Developments:
    • Chambal Riverfront: Designed by architect Anoop Bhartaria; features the world's largest bell (architect: Devendra Arya).
    • Developing as a Cattle-Free City.
    • Vardhman Mahaveer Open University (VMOU): Rajasthan's first open university, included by UGC for agreements with foreign universities.
    • Initiatives: Utensil Bank (Khairabad), Namo Toy Bank, Vishwakarma Skill Institute, Maa Vatsalya Training Center, Green Airport.
    • Kota University: Vice-Chancellor appointed as Bhagwati Prasad Sarawat.
    • Parks & Facilities: Spice Park, Agro Food Park, Stone Park, Oxipark, Seven Wonder Park, Snake Park, first Hanging Bridge, second Plasma Bank, first Bone Bank, Mother Milk Bank (JK Lon Hospital).
    • Social Campaigns: Suposhit Maa Abhiyan, Tiffin with Didi program.
  • India Book of Records - Rajasthan Fashion Designer:
    • Prachi Rathi, a student of the Fashion Institute, Jodhpur, was recognized for creating the smallest ramp walk model.
  • NTPC Khelo India National Ranking Women Archery Tournament:
    • Swati Dudhwal from Jaipur won a bronze medal in the Senior Compound category.
  • Khelo India Games - Rajasthan Performance:
    • Khelo India Para Games 2025: Rajasthan secured 4th position with a total of 64 medals (22 Gold, 18 Silver, 24 Bronze).
    • Khelo India Youth Games 2025: Rajasthan secured 3rd position with a total of 60 medals (24 Gold, 12 Silver, 24 Bronze).
    • Khelo India University Games: Will be hosted for the first time in Rajasthan at Rajasthan University and Poornima University.
  • Hanumangarh Foundation Day:
    • Celebrated on July 12. Hanumangarh became Rajasthan's 31st district on July 12, 1994.
    • Key Facts:
      • First Canal Solar Plant: Mainawali.
      • First Canal Police Station: Nohar.
      • Bhatner Fort: Known as the "Northern Border Sentry," witnessed the most foreign invasions, and has evidence of Sati by both Hindu and Muslim women.
      • Ancient Civilizations: Kalibangan, Pilibangan, Rang Mahal.
      • Religious Site: Gogamedi (Nohar).
      • Economic Significance: Famous for sports goods and Sheesham furniture.
  • Global Capability Center Policy (Rajasthan):
    • Being implemented to attract multinational companies, boost the economy, and create employment.
  • SI Paper Leak Case:
    • Ongoing legal proceedings; a hearing was scheduled for Monday.
  • Building Act (Rajasthan):
    • New regulations state that for plots larger than 500 square meters, flat developers must provide maintenance for 7 years.
  • Other Important Updates:
    • Hungary's Fellowship Program: Dr. Gaurav Singhal from Rajasthan was selected.
    • World Population Day State-Level Ceremony: Held at the Rajasthan International Centre, Jaipur.
    • Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya Sambal Pakhwada Tagline: "Janrohok Janre Dwar."
    • First Bike-on-Rent Service: Launched in Udaipur.
    • Camel Milk Research: Rajasthan government will collaborate with Gujarat for research on the medicinal properties of camel milk.
    • Under-18 Youth National Kabaddi Championship: Rajasthan's girls' team won a silver medal.

Prominent Individuals in News (Rajasthan & Beyond)

  • Professor Gaurav Vallabh: Included in the Prime Minister's Economic Advisory Council.
  • Professor Bhagwati Prasad Sarawat: Appointed Vice-Chancellor of Kota University.
  • Professor Tribhuvan Sharma: Vice-Chancellor of Rajasthan's Second Veterinary University (located within Shri Narendra Karan Agricultural University, Jaipur).
  • Dr. Lakshraj Singh Mewar (Udaipur): Holds multiple Guinness World Records, including the most recent for creating the largest sun using solar lights.
  • Ruma Devi (Barmer): Recipient of the 2019 Nari Shakti Award, Brand Ambassador of Rajivika, known for creating fabric from 'Aank' (Calotropis procera) flowers.
  • Praveen Prajapat (Alwar): Bhavai dance artist, holds a World Record.