The Art and Study of Postage Stamps Philately refers to the collection and study of postage stamps and related postal materials. It is one of the most popular hobbies in the world, enjoyed by millions of collectors across countries and cultures. Beyond recreation, philately serves as a window into history, art, culture, and communication. Origins of […]
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Inspire a Generation The London Olympic Games 2012, officially commencing on 27 July 2012, captured global attention with the inspiring theme slogan “Inspire a Generation.” This slogan reflected one of London’s key Olympic legacy pledges—to encourage young people worldwide to engage in sports, culture, volunteering, and physical activity. Since 1988, host cities have adopted their […]
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Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti – The Saint of Universal Love The Dargah Sharif of Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti is celebrating its 800th Urs. Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti, fondly known as Khwaja Garib Nawaz, was one of the most revered Sufi saints of India and the founder of the Chishti Order in India. After arriving from Persia in 1191 […]
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Early Beginnings Civil Aviation in India began on 18 February 1911, when the French pilot Monseigneur Piguet undertook the first commercial flight in the country. This historic flight carried mail over a distance of about 10 kilometres from Allahabad to Naini, marking the birth of civil aviation in India. Since this pioneering effort, Indian civil […]
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Archaeology, while deeply engaged with the human past, is a distinctly modern discipline that promotes a meaningful relationship between society and its heritage. In a country like India, often described as a civilization living simultaneously in multiple centuries, understanding the interaction between past societies and their environment has become more relevant than ever. Archaeology helps […]
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Each year, the Department of Posts issues a special postage stamp on Children’s Day, observed on 14 November, to commemorate the birth anniversary of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, India’s first Prime Minister and a great advocate of children’s welfare. As part of its efforts to promote environmental awareness among young minds, India Post organized a ‘Design […]
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From Imperial Palace to Democratic Symbol The Rashtrapati Bhavan, formerly known as the Viceregal Lodge or Viceroy’s House, was conceived in 1911, following the Delhi Durbar, under Lord Hardinge, the then Viceroy and Governor General of India. Designed to reflect the power and authority of the British Empire, the building was entrusted to Sir Edwin […]
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India–Africa Relations: A Renewed Partnership India’s historical relationship with Africa is rooted in centuries of cultural exchange, shared colonial experiences, and common aspirations for freedom and development. In the 21st century, this relationship has been revitalized with a renewed emphasis on functional cooperation, encompassing political support, economic assistance, concessional financing, capacity building, and increased private […]
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Poet, Philosopher and Universal Humanist Birth and Family Background Rabindranath Tagore, the fourteenth child of Maharshi Debendranath Tagore and Sarada Devi, was born on 7 May 1861 at Jorasanko, Kolkata. From an early age, he displayed extraordinary creative abilities that would later place him among the greatest cultural figures of the modern world. Education and […]
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Legendary Heroines of Indian Cinema Indian cinema has been profoundly shaped by a constellation of extraordinary women whose talent, versatility, and cultural impact transcended language, region, and genre. Celebrating this rich legacy, India Post issued a Miniature Sheet comprising six commemorative postage stamps honouring some of the most iconic actresses who defined the golden eras […]
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