The Glorious Temple Heritage of Central India Khajuraho, the ancient city of temples, is located in Chhatarpur district in the heart of Central India. Famous across the world for its magnificent temples and intricate sculptures, Khajuraho represents one of the greatest achievements of Indian art and architecture. To celebrate one thousand years of the Khajuraho […]
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Freedom Fighter, Aviator and Visionary Leader of Odisha Biju Patnaik (1916–1997) was one of the most dynamic leaders of post-independence India. A freedom fighter, daring pilot, industrialist, and statesman, he played an important role both in India’s struggle for independence and in the development of Odisha. To honor his remarkable contributions, the Department of Posts […]
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50th Anniversary Commemorative Postage Stamp The Press Trust of India (PTI), India’s largest and most trusted news agency, has played a vital role in shaping the country’s media landscape. Established on August 27, 1947, in Madras, PTI was founded with the mission of delivering economic, efficient, comprehensive, unbiased, and reliable news to subscribers across the […]
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Celebrating 175 Years of Scholarship and Learning The Sanskrit College, Calcutta, founded on 1 January 1824, completed 175 years in 1999. One of the oldest educational institutions in the Indian subcontinent, the college has preserved its rich tradition of scholarship, teaching, and research for nearly two centuries. Foundation of Sanskrit College, Calcutta The Sanskrit College […]
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Golden Jubilee Commemorative Postage Stamp The National Defence Academy (NDA), located in Khadakwasla near Pune, is one of the world’s first institutions to provide combined training to officer cadets of the Army, Navy, and Air Force. Known as the “Cradle of Leadership,” the NDA has played a vital role in shaping generations of military leaders […]
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A Legacy of Excellence in Higher Education Hindu College, one of India’s most prestigious educational institutions, is celebrating 125 years of academic excellence and contribution to the nation. Founded in 1899 with only 13 students and 6 teachers, Hindu College has grown into one of the country’s leading colleges, with more than 4,000 students and […]
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The Legacy of Orunodoi “Orunodoi,” meaning “sunrise,” was the first newspaper published in Assam and also the first newspaper in the Assamese language. It was started in 1846 by American missionaries and marked the beginning of journalism in Assam. Orunodoi – The First Assamese Newspaper Orunodoi was launched in 1846 primarily for the spread of […]
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Advancing India’s Defence Technology and Self-Reliance The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is India’s premier agency for defence research and technology. Established in 1958, DRDO is dedicated to the design, development, and integration of advanced defence systems for the Indian Armed Forces. To recognize DRDO’s contribution to strengthening India’s defence capabilities and promoting self-reliance, […]
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The Indian Police Service (IPS) is one of India’s premier civil services, envisioned as a professional and disciplined force to lead the nation’s police, security, and intelligence agencies. Conceived by Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, the IPS was established in 1948, succeeding the colonial-era Indian Police (IP). Sardar Patel envisioned the IPS as a service marked by […]
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The Elegant Spider Shell Lambis lambis, popularly known as the Spider Shell, is one of the most visually striking marine species featured in the commemorative stamp series on the biodiversity of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Distribution and Habitat Lambis lambis is found in the tropical Indo-Pacific region, thriving in both shallow and moderately deep […]
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