May 2018

RAJASTHAN State govt procures superfood quinoa at ₹5,000/quintal   After introducing Quinoa as a new cash crop in Rajasthan due to its high commercial value, the state government has so far purchased 150 quintals of the crop from farmers.   Quinoa, whose seeds mini kit, were distributed to farmers of 13 districts of Rajasthan in … Read more 26.05.18 (RPSC) Rajasthan Current Affairs

RAJASTHAN Rajasthan bags two Lonely Planet awards   Rajasthan tourism bagged two awards at the Lonely Planet Travel Awards held in Mumbai for Best Destination for Culture and Best Destination for Indulgence in the Indian category.   As Lonely Planet Magazine India celebrated its 100th issue in May, they awarded both Indian and International destinations … Read more 19.05.18 (RPSC) Rajasthan Current Affairs

RAJASTHAN Jaipur to have night flights from June 1   The completion of ongoing construction work of parallel taxiway at Jaipur airport, scheduled for May 31, will see launch of four new flights and also result in easing of traffic congestion during the day time.   flights to Bangalore, Chennai and Pune will commence from … Read more 06-07.05.18 (RPSC) Rajasthan Current Affairs

RAJASTHAN 5 sites in Rajasthan among 100 monuments under Adarsh scheme   Archaeological Survey of India has declared 100 famous monuments in the country as Adarsh monuments in which five are in Rajasthan. On the demand and suggestions of tourists visiting these sites, ASI has started working on the plan for developing these sites and increasing … Read more 08.05.18 (RPSC) Rajasthan Current Affairs

RAJASTHAN Khadi plaza to come up in Jaipur, Bikaner and Jodhpur   Rajasthan Khadi and Village Industries Board plans to set up three ‘khadi plazas’ with hi-tech facilities in the state to promote khadi products.   The board plans to set up a khadi plaza each in Bikaner, Jaipur and Jodhpur   At khadi plaza, … Read more 29.05.18 (RPSC) Rajasthan Current Affairs

RAJASTHAN Every 3rd Wednesday to be male sterilisation day   After the glaringly low male sterilisation rate across the state, the health department has issued guidelines to provide an easy availability and develope public awareness on the issue.   The condition of male sterilisation has been pitiable over the last few years. Against the estimated … Read more 05.05.18 (RPSC) Rajasthan Current Affairs

RAJASTHAN President launches several schemes in Rajasthan   The President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind, addressed a civic reception hosted for him in Jaipur, Rajasthan, by the state government on May 13, 2018.   The President appreciated the Government of Rajasthan for launching the ‘Bhairon Singh Shekhawat Antyodaya Employment Scheme’ and the ‘Sunder Singh … Read more 13-14.05.18 (RPSC) Rajasthan Current Affairs

RAJASTHAN Rajasthan launches ‘Nidaan’ software for disease monitoring   A new software, ‘Nidaan’, has been launched in Rajasthan for presumptive diagnosis and monitoring of seasonal and non-communicable diseases as well as the trends of ailments found in specific areas.   It is expected to help in formulation of specific action plans for control of diseases. … Read more 24.05.18 (RPSC) Rajasthan Current Affairs

RAJASTHAN South Western Command’s Exercise Vijay Prahar   South Western Command is carrying out Exercise VIJAY PRAHAR employing more than 20000 troops in the Mahajan Field Firing Ranges close to Suratgarh in Rajasthan.   The exercise is aimed to orchestrate wide spectrum of threats which are planned to be tackled through high tempo joint air … Read more 02.05.18 (RPSC) Rajasthan Current Affairs

RAJASTHAN Rajasthan health department prepares advisory for Nipah virus   After several deaths reported due to Nipah virus in Kerala, the state’s health department has sounded an alert. The health department claimed that though no case of Nipah has been reported in the state, the health authorities are vigilant.   Rajasthan is the state where highest numbers of swine … Read more 23.05.18 (RPSC) Rajasthan Current Affairs