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Rajasthan Current Affairs (July 30, 2025)

Amrita Devi Indigenous Plant Museum

  • Location: Khejarli, Jodhpur.
  • Purpose: To establish a museum dedicated to indigenous plant species.
  • Historical Context: Commemorates Amrita Devi, who led 363 people in sacrificing their lives for tree protection in 1730 under the rule of Abhay Singh of Jodhpur.
  • Related:
    • Amrita Devi Van Puraskar (Forest Award) was initiated in 1994.
    • Khejarli village is home to the Amrita Devi Panorama and Amrita Devi Mrigvan (Deer Park).
    • A unique "tree fair" is organized annually at Khejarli on Bhadrapada Shukla Dashami.
    • Khejarli Divas (Day) is celebrated every year on September 12.
  • Initiative: Part of the 'Panch Gaurav' scheme's 'One District One Species' initiative by the Forest Department.

Major Mineral Blocks Auction

  • Rajasthan's Rank: First nationally in the auction of Major Mineral Blocks, according to a report by the Central Mines Department.
  • Mineral Classification (Production Basis):
    • Pradhan (Major) Minerals: Defined by the 1960 Mineral Concession Rules/Notification; production managed by the Central Government (e.g., gold, silver, petroleum).
    • Apradhan (Minor) Minerals: Defined by the 1986 Mineral Concession Act/Notification; production managed by the State Government.
  • Related Initiatives & Data:
    • First Mining University: Seeswali, Baran.
    • AI Use in Mineral Production: Implemented in Bharatpur, Bhilwara, and Chittor.
    • Anticipated Economic Review 2024-25:
      • 81 types of minerals available in Rajasthan.
      • 58 types of minerals are currently produced.
    • Mineral Policy 2024:
      • Date: December 4, 2024.
      • Goals (by 2047): Increase mineral production from 58 to 70 types; increase contribution to Rajasthan's GDP to 8%.
      • Duration: Until March 31, 2029.

Mountaineering Achievements

  • Deepika Singh Rathore:
    • Achievement: Conquered Mount Kilimanjaro (Tanzania), Africa's highest peak.
    • Origin: Didwana Kuchaman, Rajasthan.
    • Other Achievements: Previously climbed Mount Everest, Mount Elbrus (Europe), and Mount Aconcagua (South America).
  • Other Noteworthy Mountaineers:
    • Rakesh Bishnoi (Bikaner): Died while descending Mount Lhotse in Nepal.
    • Poonam Kanwar (Sikar): Conquered Mount Kosciuszko, Australia's highest peak.
    • Geeta Samota (Sikar): First CISF woman officer to climb Mount Everest; currently stationed at Udaipur Airport.

International Research on Medicinal Plants

  • Partnership: An MoU signed for joint international research on medicinal plants.
  • Collaborating Institutions:
    • Jodhpur Agricultural University (JAU), Jodhpur.
    • Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan Ayurveda University, Jodhpur.
    • Agro Forest Protects (Swiss institution, Switzerland).
  • Jodhpur Agricultural University (JAU) Details:
    • Established: 2013.
    • Unique Feature: First Agricultural University in Rajasthan to have a Constitution Park.
    • Publication: Publishes the magazine 'Marudhara'.
    • Training Center: Houses the 'Namo Didi Drone Training Center'.
    • New Varieties Developed: Jodhpur Jeera One (cumin) and Rajgira 0.2 (millet).
    • Initiative: Leading the 'One Health' concept, emphasizing interconnectedness between human, plant, and soil health.

Baba Ramdev Netra Kumbh 2025

  • Event: First-ever 'Netra Kumbh' (eye camp) in Rajasthan, organized by Saksham Sansthan.
  • Location: Ramdevra, Jaisalmer.
  • Timing: To be inaugurated just before the annual Ramdevra fair (held in Bhadrapada month) to benefit pilgrims.
  • About Ramdev Ji:
    • Revered as 'Piron ka Pir' and 'Runiche Ra Dhani'.
    • Considered an incarnation of Lord Krishna.
    • Birthplace: Undu Kashmir, Barmer.
    • Main Shrine: Ramdevra, Jaisalmer.
    • Literary Work: Authored 'Choubis Baniyan'.
    • Cultural Significance: Kamadia Panth women perform the 13-Tali dance in his honor.
    • Modern Initiative: Ramdevra is the first temple in Rajasthan to offer online prasad delivery via the post office.
    • Symbol of Hindu-Muslim unity and part of the 'Panch Pir'.

International Dr. Kalam Lifetime Achievement Award 2025

  • Recipient: Dr. Narendra Bhushan Singh.
  • Award Ceremony: Jaipur, July 27, 2025.
  • Related: Amrita Devi Bishnoi Award (Recent Recipients)
    • Categories & Recipients:
      • Forest Development: Upkar Sansthan, Alwar.
      • Forest Conservation: Murari Dan Barath (Jalore) and Ajit Singh (Sikar).
      • Wildlife Conservation: Gauri Shankar Sharma (Jaipur) and Govind Bhardwaj (Jaipur).

ITF Master World Team Championship

  • Event Location: Portugal.
  • Rajasthan Player in Indian Team: Lakshmikant Tanwar.
  • Category: Will participate in the 55+ age category.

Quick Revision of Recent Current Affairs

  • State Level Forest Festival: Amrita Devi Bishnoi Smriti Puraskar awarded to Dr. Gauri Shankar Sharma.
  • Gaurav Solar Energy Project: Inaugurated at Baap, Phalodi.
  • Digital Health Foundation Course: MoU signed between Kota Foundation Mumbai and Rajasthan University of Health Sciences.
  • India-UK Free Trade Agreement: Expected to provide new international market recognition for Rajasthan's industries.
  • New Rail Project Survey: Ministry of Railways announced budget for Jaisalmer Barmer Bhabar Rail Project.
  • Tigress Machhli Memorial: Being constructed at Ranthambore Tiger Reserve.
  • 7th Indian Open Para Athletics International Championship: Sunil Kumar Sahu (Rajasthan) won a medal in the long jump event.