Ashoka Chakra Awardee The Ashoka Chakra is awarded for the most conspicuous bravery, daring acts, or supreme sacrifice performed other than in the face of the enemy. The decoration may also be awarded posthumously. Originally instituted in 1952 as Ashoka Chakra Class I, it was part of a three-tier system of non-combat gallantry awards. In […]
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The Martyr Who Protected the Indian Flag Tirupur Kumaran, popularly remembered as “Kodikatha Kumaran” (the protector of the flag), was a courageous freedom fighter who sacrificed his life during India’s struggle for independence. His heroic act of holding the Indian tricolour even while being brutally attacked by colonial police made him a symbol of patriotism […]
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Eminent Jurist, Diplomat and Statesman Mohammedali Currim Chagla, popularly known as M.C. Chagla, was one of India’s most distinguished jurists and public figures. A jurist, judge, educationist, diplomat, Union Cabinet Minister and statesman, he made remarkable contributions to the fields of law, education, diplomacy and public life in independent India. Early Life and Education M.C. […]
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Pioneer of South Indian Cinema K. Subrahmanyam was a pioneering filmmaker who played a crucial role in shaping the early development of South Indian cinema. Known for his creativity, patriotism, and commitment to social reform, he used cinema not only as entertainment but also as a medium to promote nationalist ideals and social awareness. Early […]
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The Great Grammarian and Pioneer of Linguistic Science Panini is regarded as one of the greatest grammarians in human history. His groundbreaking work on the structure of the Sanskrit revolutionized linguistic analysis and significantly influenced the study of language, mathematics, and even modern computer science. India’s rich intellectual tradition—from the era of the Indus Valley […]
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Pioneer of Indian Journalism and Cinema S. S. Vasan, whose full name was Thiruthuraipoondi Subramanian Srinivasan, was one of the most influential personalities in Indian media and cinema. A renowned journalist, media entrepreneur, film producer, and distributor, he played a major role in shaping the modern Tamil publishing industry and the South Indian film industry. […]
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Promoting Renewable Energy in India Rajiv Gandhi (1944–1991), who served as the Prime Minister of India from 1984 to 1989, is remembered as a visionary leader who sought to modernize the nation. His leadership emphasized the use of science and technology for development, economic modernization, and empowerment of local governance institutions such as Panchayati Raj […]
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Influential Politician, Writer and Journalist Murasoli Maran was a prominent Indian politician, journalist, writer and film personality who played a key role in both Tamil Nadu politics and national policymaking. A leading figure of the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK), he rose from humble beginnings to become one of the party’s most influential leaders and a […]
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Introduction Hafiz, also known as Shamsuddin Muhammad of Shiraz, is one of the most celebrated poets of Persian literature. Revered for his mystical and philosophical poetry, Hafiz remains a luminous figure in the literary and spiritual heritage of Iran. To commemorate the cultural and philosophical ties between India and Iran, India Post issued a set […]
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Introduction Kabir, widely known as Sant Kabir Das, was one of the greatest mystic poets and philosophers of India. His teachings and poetry played a significant role in shaping Indian spiritual thought. A commemorative postage stamp was issued by India Post as part of the India–Iran Joint Issue of Postage Stamps, celebrating the cultural and […]
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