Introduction The Jnanpith Award is one of the highest literary honours in India. It is awarded for outstanding creative writing by an Indian citizen in any of the languages listed in the Eighth Schedule of the Indian Constitution. The award symbolizes the unity and richness of Indian literature.The Department of Posts issued a commemorative postage […]
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Introduction The Philatelic Journal of India is the official journal of the Philatelic Society of India, one of the oldest philatelic societies in the world and probably the oldest in Asia. The journal has played a significant role in promoting stamp collecting, postal history, and philatelic research in India. Beginning and Early Leadership The journal […]
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Introduction The Society Centenary Emblem was created to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Philatelic Society of India, celebrated in 1997. The emblem symbolized a century of dedicated service by the Society towards the promotion of philately, research, and postal heritage in India. Historical Significance Founded in March 1897 at Calcutta, the Philatelic Society of […]
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Introduction Ram Manohar Lohia was one of India’s most influential socialist thinkers, political leaders, and champions of social justice. He is remembered for his progressive ideas, intellectual brilliance, patriotism, and tireless struggle against inequality. A strong advocate of socialism, Lohia dedicated his life to building a just and democratic society. Early Life and Education Ram […]
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Introduction The Rashtriya Indian Military College (RIMC), Dehradun, is one of India’s most prestigious educational institutions. It was inaugurated as the Prince of Wales’ Royal Indian Military College on 13 March 1922 by Edward, the Prince of Wales, who later became King Edward VIII of Great Britain. The college was founded in response to demands […]
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Introduction Parijat is regarded as a divine tree in Indian tradition and culture. It is admired for its fragrant flowers, beauty, and medicinal value. The tree is also mentioned in the poetry of Rabindranath Tagore, highlighting its cultural importance. Other Names Parijat is popularly known by several names, such as: Botanical Features Parijat is famous […]
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Introduction The Parijat flower is one of the most beautiful and fragrant flowers in India. It is associated with divinity and is highly valued in Indian culture and tradition. The flower has also been mentioned in the poems of Rabindranath Tagore, showing its literary significance. Other Names The Parijat flower is known by several names: […]
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Introduction Parijat is considered a sacred and divine tree in Indian culture. It is admired for its fragrant flowers, ornamental beauty, and medicinal importance. The tree holds a special place in literature and tradition, and its flowers have been mentioned in the poems of Rabindranath Tagore. Names of the Tree Parijat is known by several […]
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Introduction Saint Dnyaneshwar was a great saint-poet of the 13th century and one of the most revered spiritual figures of Maharashtra. He belonged to the Nath tradition and played a vital role in laying the foundation of mysticism and the Bhakti movement in the region. Literary Contribution Saint Dnyaneshwar is best known for writing the […]
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Freedom Fighter and Writer of “Jhanda Ooncha Rahe Hamara” Shyam Lal Gupt Parshad was a noted freedom fighter, patriot, poet, and social reformer best remembered for writing the iconic national flag song “झंडा ऊँचा रहे हमारा”. His contribution to India’s independence movement and social welfare made him a respected public figure. Born on 9 September […]
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