Abanindranath Tagore, born on August 7, 1871, at Jorasanko, the Tagore residence in Calcutta, hailed from a family where creative pursuits were encouraged. His formative years were spent at Chamdani, where he began to explore drawing and painting. Following his father’s demise, the family returned to Calcutta, where Abanindranath studied at Sanskrit College and developed […]
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India's 1971 Dadasaheb Phalke stamp (20 Paise, April 30—his birth anniversary) honors the "Father of Indian Cinema," who directed the first full-length feature, Raja Harishchandra (1913). Framed as a 35mm film strip with his portrait and a hand-cranked camera sketch, this commemorative celebrates Dhundiraj Phalke's visionary fusion of epics and silent film tech that birthed Bollywood's legacy.
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Issued on April 29, 1971, this 20 paise stamp immortalises Raja Ravi Varma (1848–1906) — Kerala's legendary painter who transformed Indian art forever. A master of blending European technique with Indian mythology, his vivid, soulful canvases brought Hindu gods and goddesses to life, making fine art accessible to every household across the nation.
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Sri Ramana Maharshi, born on December 30th, 1879, near Madurai in Tamil Nadu, was a spiritual luminary whose life and teachings continue to inspire millions. At the age of seventeen, he experienced a profound awakening, entering a state of continuous self-abidance that characterized the rest of his life. In June 1896, he left home for […]
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The completion of a hundred years of regular decennial census taking in India in 1971 marked a significant milestone in the nation’s demographic history. The census, which commenced on the 10th of March, 1971, symbolized the collective effort of millions of honorary workers trained and engaged in enumeration duties across the country. With India accounting […]
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Acharya Narendra Deo, born in Sitapur, Uttar Pradesh, in 1889, emerged as a prominent figure in India’s struggle for independence and social reform. Educated at Allahabad University, he embarked on a multifaceted journey as a freedom fighter, educationist, and scholar. Joining the Indian National Congress in 1917, Acharya Narendra Deo played an active role in […]
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Deenbandhu Charles Freer Andrews, affectionately known as ‘Deenbandhu Andrews,’ epitomized the spirit of Christian compassion and humanitarianism. Despite being born in England, Andrews’s deep love for India led him to fully immerse himself in the struggles and aspirations of its people. Born on February 12, 1871, in Newcastle-on-Tyne, Andrews was raised in a devout household […]
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Sant Ravidas, born in humble circumstances in Varanasi in the 15th century, emerged as a revered saint and reformer. His parents, deeply moved by his divine aura at birth, named him after the radiant sun-gold. Despite lacking formal education, Ravidas displayed an innate inclination towards spiritual pursuits from a young age, emphasizing the path of […]
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The establishment of Kashi Vidyapith marks a significant chapter in the history of Indian education. In the early days of the freedom struggle, there was a growing sentiment among nationalistic-minded Indians for the need to create a truly national institution that would impart education aligned with the progressive ideals of the nation. This institution aimed […]
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The history of insurance stretches back as far as the story of mankind itself, but the concept of life insurance, as we understand it today, has largely developed over the past 400 years. In India, the institution of joint families provided protection to its members for ages, but with the gradual breakdown of this system, […]
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