This commemorative postage stamp was issued on April 21, 2006, to celebrate the rich legacy of the Calcutta Girls High School. Founded in 1856 by Lord Canning, this historic institution remains one of the oldest and most respected centers for female education and social development in India. The five-rupee stamp honors the school's enduring commitment to academic excellence and its significant architectural heritage.
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62 Cavalry holds a unique place in the history of the Indian Army. It has the dual distinction of being the first Armoured Regiment raised in independent India and also the first regiment raised on tanks. The regiment was formally raised after the issuing of orders on 1 July 1956, and it was declared fit […]
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The Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI), popularly known as the Pusa Institute, is one of India’s premier institutions for agricultural research, education, and innovation. It was originally established in 1905 at Pusa with financial support from the American philanthropist Henry Phipps, who donated £30,000 for its foundation. Relocation and Development After a devastating 1934 Bihar–Nepal […]
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World Consumer Rights Day is observed every year on 15 March to promote and protect the basic rights of consumers worldwide. The day serves as an important occasion for the international consumer movement to express solidarity and ensure that consumer rights are respected and safeguarded. Origin of the Day The observance of World Consumer Rights […]
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M. Singaravelar (Malayapuram Singaravelu) was a freedom fighter, lawyer, labour union leader, and social reformer who played an important role in the development of the labour movement and communist ideology in India. He was also the first member of the Corporation of Madras, marking his contribution to public service and governance. Early Life and Education […]
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The Salesians of Don Bosco, also known as the Salesian Society, was founded in 1859 by John Bosco, popularly called Don Bosco, in Valdocco. Don Bosco, an Italian priest of the nineteenth century, dedicated his life to the welfare and education of poor and disadvantaged youth. In 1872, a similar congregation for women known as […]
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Gemini Ganesan, popularly known as the “King of Romance” (Kadhal Mannan) of Tamil cinema, was one of the most admired and charismatic actors of the Indian film industry. Known for his charming personality and natural acting style, he earned a special place in the hearts of audiences and became one of the most beloved icons […]
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St. Bede’s College is a premier institution dedicated to the education and empowerment of women in India. Located in Shimla, the college has played a significant role in women’s education for more than a century. Early Origins The roots of the college can be traced back to 1842, when several convents of the Religious of […]
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Tamilavel Umamaheswarar was a distinguished Tamil scholar, lawyer, social reformer, and cultural leader. Known for his integrity and dedication to society, he played an important role in the revival and development of the Tamil language and literature during the cultural renaissance of the early twentieth century. Early Life Tamilavel Umamaheswarar was born on 7 May […]
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U. V. Swaminatha Iyer, affectionately known as “Tamizh Thattha” (Grand Old Man of Tamil), was one of the greatest scholars of Tamil literature. Through his tireless research and dedication, he rediscovered and published many ancient Tamil works, thereby making an immense contribution to the preservation and enrichment of the Tamil language and its classical heritage. […]
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