Daily Current Affairs – 22 December 2025

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The Trauma Centre Skill Lab of SMS Hospital and Rotary Club Jaipur Citizen were recognised in the “Oxford Book of World Record” for training 1,908 people in Basic Life Support (BLS) in a single day in Jaipur. As per the report, the training programme was conducted on Saturday, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, across five locations on JLN Marg. Students from more than 15 colleges (medical, paramedical and other professional courses) were trained to provide timely BLS support to...

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India won the 7th Roll Ball World Cup, held in Dubai from 14 to 18 December. In the men’s final, India defeated Kenya 11–10. In the women’s final, India won 3–2. According to the report, the Indian teams included Mahipal and Preetika from Rajasthan. The report also quotes Assistant Coach Naviraj Singh, who stated that the men’s team performed strongly in the league stage and advanced through consistent victories. Key Highlights (English) 1) Tournament Details Event: 7th Roll Ball World...

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According to reports, the 7th Roll Ball World Cup (Women and Men) was hosted in Dubai from 14 to 18 December, where the Indian team emerged World Champion. The report highlights that Preetika Tarawat from Ajmer delivered a strong performance in the Indian women’s team’s success. As stated by the assistant coach Naviraj Singh Shekhawat, India progressed by defeating teams such as Saudi Arabia and Vietnam in the group stage. In the knockout phase, the Indian women’s team won the...

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According to reports dated 21-12-2025, India and Malaysia conducted a 13-day counter-terrorism drill/exercise at the Mahajan Field Firing Range on the western border. The joint training focused on anti-terror operations and testing war skills in desert-like conditions. The report mentions drone-based operations/attacks and helicopter-supported operations, along with field-level tactical drills aimed at neutralising terrorists in a simulated environment. The joint activity concluded with the completion of the exercise “HarimauShakti  -2025.” Key Highlights Name of the exercise: HarimauShakti  -2025 (concluded) Countries...

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According to reports from Jaipur on 21-12-2025, in pistol competitions at the 68th National Shooting Championship, Jaipur-based 14-year-old Lavanya Kanwar won 7 medals. She won 1 gold, 4 silver, and 2 bronze, as stated by her coach Yogesh Shekhawat. The championship is being hosted in Delhi between 11 December and 4 January 2010. The report further states that Lavanya participated in the 25m pistol event for the first time and won two silver medals. During the same championship, Shikha from...

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On 21 December in Jaipur, Rajasthan Governor Haribhau Bagade inaugurated the 10-day “Shilpgram Utsav” at Shilpgram, Hawala. The festival is organised by the West Zone Cultural Centre (WZCC), Udaipur, under the Ministry of Culture, Government of India. The Governor formally opened the event by lighting the ceremonial lamp and beating the nagada. In his address, he stated that “folk is light,” and that folk art is the real light of life because it is natural and free from artificiality. Key...

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On 21 December in Jaipur, Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma addressed the Lakhpati Didi Samvad Programme at the Harish Chandra Mathur Rajasthan Institute of Public Administration (HCMRIPA/OTS). He said Lakhpati Didis represent the emerging image of a leading Rajasthan and linked the initiative to the Prime Minister’s resolve to empower, educate, and make women self-reliant. The Chief Minister stated that Rajeevika is becoming a strong instrument of social and economic transformation in villages and reiterated the goal of ensuring “skill for...

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On 21 December in Jaipur, Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma flagged off the “Run for Jaipur” marathon from Albert Hall by showing the green flag. Addressing the gathering, he stated that the event organised by Dainik Bhaskar is an important initiative towards road safety and a healthy lifestyle. He emphasised that road accidents can be prevented through strict compliance with traffic rules and that even a small lapse or negligence can lead to serious accidents. Key Messages and Public Appeal Traffic...

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The Saras Rajsakhi National Fair 2025, organised by the Rajasthan Rural Livelihood Development Council at Shilpgram, Jawahar Kala Kendra (JKK), Jaipur, is emerging as a major attraction for residents and visitors. On 20 December, large crowds visited the fair with families and friends and enjoyed its vibrant atmosphere. Buyers are showing strong interest in the fair’s lucky draw, with prizes being awarded to winners. The fair will continue at Jawahar Kala Kendra until 4 January 2026. Key Attractions and Visitor...

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On 20 December in Jaipur, Rajasthan Governor Haribhau Bagade released the Indian Knowledge Tradition (Bharatiya Gyan Parampara) special issue of “Rashmipath,” the annual magazine of Bharatiya Shikshan Mandal. During the release, the Governor described the Indian knowledge tradition as a unique synthesis of knowledge and science, worldly and spiritual dimensions, action and duty, and enjoyment and renunciation. He linked the Indian knowledge tradition to education and stated that the ancient Indian education system emphasised the idea of “Manur Bhav” (first...

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On Saturday morning, the World Health and Wellness Fest 2025 began at Hotel Clarks Amer, Jaipur (20 December). Water Resources Minister Suresh Singh Rawat inaugurated the festival by lighting the ceremonial lamp and addressing the audience. He highlighted the growing importance of yoga and meditation in contemporary life, linked health and wellness directly with water availability, and participated in CPR training under Basic Life Support (BLS), encouraging citizens to learn life-saving skills for emergencies. Key Messages from the Minister The...

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Over the last two years, the Rajasthan government has worked to strengthen cultural and historical heritage while giving Rajasthan tourism a new identity under the vision of “Vikas bhi, virasat bhi.” The focus has been on improving visitor experience through better facilities, specialised tourism products, and stronger safety measures for domestic and international tourists. As a result, tourism growth in Rajasthan received a significant boost in 2024: domestic tourist visits increased by 28.50% and foreign tourist visits increased by 21.92%....