Celebrating India’s Maritime Strength The President’s Fleet Review (PFR) is one of the most prestigious ceremonial events of the Indian Navy, symbolizing the nation’s maritime strength, discipline, and readiness. Traditionally, the Fleet Review is conducted once during the tenure of the President of India, who, as the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, inspects the […]
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Celebrating Heritage and Progress The Department of Posts is proud to issue a Commemorative Postage Stamp on 50 Years of Arunachal Pradesh, honouring the state’s remarkable journey from its early days as the North East Frontier Agency (NEFA) to its vibrant identity today. From NEFA to Arunachal Pradesh During the late 19th century, the region […]
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Delhi Police Platinum Jubilee Stamp – Honouring 75 Years of Service The Department of Posts proudly issues a Commemorative Postage Stamp on the Platinum Jubilee of Delhi Police, celebrating its 75 years of dedicated service in safeguarding the nation’s capital. Origins of Delhi Police The history of Delhi Police dates back to 1237 AD, when […]
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Commemorative Postage Stamp on 50 Years of ICRISAT The International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) was established on 28 March 1972 through a memorandum between the Government of India and the Ford Foundation. For the past five decades, ICRISAT has worked with a vision of building a prosperous, food-secure, and resilient dryland […]
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Commemorative Postage Stamp Celebrating 50 Years of Tripura’s Statehood The Jewel of Northeast India Tripura, a beautiful state in Northeast India, shares its borders with Bangladesh, Mizoram, and Assam. With Bangladesh surrounding it on three sides—north, south, and west—the state has an international border of 856 km, accounting for nearly 84% of its total boundary. […]
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Commemorative Postage Stamp Celebrating 50 Years of Meghalaya’s Statehood The Abode of Clouds The state of Meghalaya, nestled in the hills of the eastern sub-Himalayas, is one of the most picturesque regions of India. Carved out of Assam, it became an autonomous state on April 2, 1970 and a full-fledged state on January 21, 1972. […]
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Commemorative Postage Stamp Celebrating 50 Years of Manipur’s Statehood A Jeweled Land The name Manipur literally means “A Jeweled Land”. Nestled in the lush green corner of Northeast India, the state is often described as an exquisite work of art created by nature itself. Known for its natural beauty and cultural richness, Manipur is where […]
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Commemorative Postage Stamp on COVAXIN – India’s First Indigenous COVID-19 Vaccine In March 2020, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared COVID-19 a global pandemic, marking the beginning of one of the biggest public health challenges in modern history. With lives disrupted worldwide, the development of a safe and effective vaccine emerged as the most powerful […]
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Pioneering Role of Women in the Indian Army Women have played a significant and evolving role in the Indian Army, serving the nation with dedication, professionalism, and courage since Independence. Initially inducted into medical and nursing services, women have progressively taken on wider responsibilities across various Arms and Services, reflecting the Army’s commitment to merit, […]
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