Oct 2018

RAJASTHAN   Zika cases rise to 106 in Rajasthan    The number of people infected with Zika virus rose to 106 Rajasthan. Of the total affected people, 25 are pregnant women.The team of experts from ICMR has changed the insecticides which are being used in the city and neighbouring districts to kill mosquitoes that spread … Read more 12.10.18 (RPSC) Rajasthan Current Affairs

RAJASTHAN ·        Rajasthan heritage: Jagdish Temple ð  This temple is located in the City Palace complex. Made using the Indo-Aryan architectural style, the Jagdish Temple was created in 1651. Built in honour of Lord Vishnu, the temple is the largest in Udaipur. A three storied wonder, this structure has exquisitely crafted pillars. The temple is … Read more 22.10.18 (RPSC) Rajasthan Current Affairs

GOA Goa Maritime Symposium – 2018   Towards fostering friendly relations with our maritime neighbours, the Indian Navy, through the Naval War College, Goa is hosting the ‘Goa Maritime Symposium – 2018’ on 16th October2018.   The event is a follow-on to the maiden Goa Maritime Conclave held in 2017.   It is likely to be … Read more 08.10.18 Goa (GoaPSC) Current Affairs

GOA ·        Translated Portuguese Civil Code published in official gazette ð  The state government has translated Portuguese Civil Code, 1867 to English in the form of booklets following the order passed by the High Court of Bombay at Goa on March 24, 2017. ð  The department of law and judiciary has published the translated Portuguese Civil … Read more 22.10.18 Goa (GoaPSC) Current Affairs

RAJASTHAN Bhilwara dairy launches packaged cow milk   Bhilwara dairy has started selling of packed cow milk in the market. Bhilwara Zila Dugdh Utpadak Sahkari Sangh, a co-operative union of milk producers affiliated to Rajasthan Co-operative Dairy Federation (RCDF) is the only second dairy board in the state, after the one in Bikaner, which is … Read more 15.10.18 (RPSC) Rajasthan Current Affairs

RAJASTHAN Unemployment rate higher in state than national average, says report   Rajasthan has higher unemployment than the national average, according to data released by centre for sustainable employment.   The percentage of unemployment rate within the state was 7.7% whereas the national average was 5.6% in August 2018.   The unemployment rate among women … Read more 13-14.10.18 (RPSC) Rajasthan Current Affairs

GOA New law mulls land-based gaming houses   The state government is considering bringing in a new legislation which will restrict authorised gaming houses to designated land areas and five-star hotels.  The proposed law aims to provide immediate relief from the inconvenience of casino operations in the river and restrict gaming to tourists only.   … Read more 31.10.18 Goa (GoaPSC) Current Affairs

RAJASTHAN Jaipur gets first Leopard Safari   Country’s first Leopard Safari project—Jhalana Leopard Project—was duly inaugurated by Forest Minister Gajendra Singh Khimsar. On the lines of Jhalana Leopard Safari Project, leopard safaris will be set up in seven different districts of the state where the population of Leopards is abound. This will not only enhance … Read more 06-7.10.18 (RPSC) Rajasthan Current Affairs

RAJASTHAN   The Walled City of Jaipur – proposed for UNESCO World Heritage     The Walled City of Jaipur, Rajasthan, India” has been proposed for UNESCO World Heritage recognition   As per UNESCO’s Operation Guidelines 2017, only one site can be nominated each year.There are 37 World Heritage sites in India at present.   … Read more 24.10.18 (RPSC) Rajasthan Current Affairs

GOA Mac Hotels becomes first small Goan firm to list on BSE   In a milestone that underscores the strength of local companies, Goan company Mac Hotels Ltd got its shares listed on the Bombay SME Stock Exchange, making it the first small company from the state to access the capital market on the small … Read more 05.10.18 Goa (GoaPSC) Current Affairs