50 Years of Service Honoured on Commemorative Stamp India, the world’s largest democracy, supports nearly 16% of the global population on just 2.4% of the world’s land area. With a rapidly growing population, the need for planned and responsible parenthood became evident soon after independence. Recognizing this, the Government of India launched the world’s first […]
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Hindustan Times is one of India’s most prominent and respected newspapers, with a rich legacy rooted in the country’s freedom struggle and nation-building journey. Founded as an evening daily in Delhi in 1924, its first issue was inaugurated by Mahatma Gandhi on September 24, 1924, and featured contributions from eminent leaders such as Motilal Nehru, […]
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History, Growth, and Future Outlook Thermal Power in India has been the backbone of the country’s electricity generation for over a century. It began in 1899 with the commissioning of a 1 MW thermal power plant in Kolkata (then Calcutta), owned by the Calcutta Electric Supply Corporation. Since then, thermal power has experienced remarkable growth, […]
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P. Kakkan (1909–1981) was a respected freedom fighter, social reformer, Congress leader, and public servant from Tamil Nadu. Inspired by Mahatma Gandhi from an early age, he dedicated his life to India’s independence and later to the welfare of the people through social reform and political service. To recognize his contribution, the Department of Posts […]
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Dr. Punjabrao Deshmukh (1898–1965), popularly known as Bhausaheb Deshmukh, was a freedom fighter, social reformer, educationist, and one of India’s most respected leaders in the field of agriculture. He played an important role in India’s freedom struggle and later devoted his life to improving the condition of farmers, students, and rural communities. To honor his […]
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Indulal Kanaiyalal Yagnik (1892–1972) was a distinguished freedom fighter, social reformer, farmer leader, and one of the most influential political figures of Gujarat. He played a vital role in India’s freedom struggle and later became widely known for leading the Mahagujarat Movement for the creation of a separate Gujarat state. To honor his remarkable contribution, […]
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A. Vaidyanatha Iyer (1890–1955) was a noted freedom fighter, social reformer, and Gandhian leader who dedicated his life to the upliftment of society. He is best remembered for leading the historic temple entry movement in Madurai, which helped end untouchability and opened temple doors to oppressed communities. To honor his remarkable contribution, the Department of […]
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Golden Jubilee Commemorative Postage Stamp After India gained independence, the adoption of the Constitution marked a defining moment in the nation’s democratic journey. Under Article 124, the Supreme Court of India was established as the highest judicial authority in the country. It was formally inaugurated on 28 January 1950 at the Court House in New […]
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A Landmark Rural Water Initiative in India Access to safe drinking water has long been a priority in independent India, especially for rural and underprivileged communities. Recognizing this need early, policymakers introduced the national water supply and sanitation programme in 1954. Later, the Government of India strengthened these efforts through the Accelerated Rural Water Supply […]
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Theme, Significance, and Special Stamp National Children’s Day 1999 was commemorated by the India Post with a special postage stamp, continuing its annual tradition of celebrating Children’s Day on 14th November. This initiative highlights India’s social and moral responsibility toward the welfare, rights, and development of children. Importance of Children’s Day in India Children’s Day […]
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