Pioneer of India’s Trade Union Movement and Freedom Fighter Sibnath Banerjee was one of the most respected leaders of India’s labour movement and a committed nationalist who dedicated his life to the service of workers, social justice, and the nation. Born on 11 July 1897 in the village of Brahman Rangdia, Sibnath Banerjee became a […]
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Early Life and Education Shri Ram Sewak Yadav was born on 2 July 1926 in Village Tala, located in Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh. He began his education at Behta Lower Primary School. Later, he graduated in 1949 from Kanya Kubja College, Lucknow, and earned his LL.B. degree from Lucknow University. Early Political Involvement From […]
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Legendary Indian Classical Musician and Scholar Omkarnath Thakur was one of the greatest Indian classical musicians of the 20th century. Renowned for his powerful voice, emotional depth, and scholarly contributions, he played a major role in promoting Hindustani classical music in India and abroad. Born on 24 June 1897 at Jhajgram, Pt. Omkarnath Thakur became […]
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Sacred Monument of Buddha’s Mahaparinirvana Stupa of Kushinagar in Kushinagar is one of the most revered Buddhist monuments in the world. It marks the sacred place where Gautama Buddha is believed to have passed away and attained Mahaparinirvana. For Buddhists across the globe, Kushinagar is a place of peace, remembrance, and spiritual reflection. Historical Importance […]
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Symbols of Ancient Heritage and Buddhism Stupa and Pillar of Vaishali in Vaishali are among India’s most significant historical and spiritual monuments. These sacred structures reflect the region’s deep connection with Gautama Buddha and its remarkable place in ancient political history. Vaishali is celebrated as one of the earliest republics in the world and an […]
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Sacred Tree of Enlightenment The Bodhi Tree in Bodh Gaya is one of the most sacred spiritual sites in the world. It is revered as the place where Prince Siddhartha attained enlightenment and became Gautama Buddha. For millions of Buddhists and spiritual seekers, the Bodhi Tree symbolizes wisdom, peace, awakening, and the triumph of truth. […]
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The Indepex ’97 World Philatelic Exhibition was organized by the Department of Posts to celebrate the Golden Jubilee of India’s Independence. Held from 15 to 22 December 1997 at Pragati Maidan, the exhibition showcased India’s rich heritage through a special stamp series featuring four historic Buddhist and cultural centers: These commemorative stamps highlighted India’s ancient […]
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The World’s Ancient Center of Learning Nalanda University, located in Nalanda, was one of the greatest centers of education in the ancient world. Flourishing from the 5th to the 11th century AD, it is widely regarded as one of the oldest universities in the world and a shining symbol of India’s intellectual and spiritual heritage. […]
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India’s 1997 Madhu Limaye stamp (Rs. 2 / 200 Paise, issued 1 May) is a commemorative tribute to the socialist leader and freedom fighter, born on 1 May 1922 in Pune, who left Fergusson College to fully join the independence struggle and later became a respected parliamentarian and writer. Released on his 75th birth anniversary, two years after his death in 1995, the stamp preserves his sepia portrait as a permanent reminder of his early activism, sacrifice, and lifelong dedication to the nation.
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Introduction The Philatelic Society of India (PSI) was established in March 1897 at Calcutta by a group of fifty Englishmen stationed in India. It is one of the ten oldest philatelic societies in the world and probably the oldest in Asia. The Society has rendered distinguished service to Indian philately for more than a century. […]
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