The stamp commemorates the Martyrs’ Memorial located outside the Secretariat Building in Patna, depicting seven students who sacrificed their lives during the Quit India movement while attempting to hoist the National flag. The memorial was sculpted by Shri Devi Prasad Roy Chowdhury. The cover page features images from the historic All India Congress Committee (AICC) […]
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Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan was not only a philosopher, educator, and diplomat but also a symbol of India’s resurgence on the global stage. Born on September 5, 1888, in Tiruttani near Madras, he displayed exceptional brilliance and discernment from a young age. Educated at Tirupati, Vellore, and Madras, he embarked on a distinguished academic career, starting […]
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Narayan Guru, originally known as Nanu, was born in a humble village near Trivandrum in 1855 to parents of simple means. Despite his modest upbringing, his spirit was nurtured in an environment of gentleness and humanity. From a young age, he displayed scholarly traits, which continued to develop as he embarked on a quest for […]
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Maharana Pratap, born on May 9, 1540, stands as a towering figure in history, revered not for conquests or riches, but for his unwavering commitment to moral principles and the cause of liberty. Upon succeeding to the throne of Mewar on February 28, 1572, he faced the daunting challenge of resisting Akbar’s encroachment on his […]
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Narsinha Mehta, a poet, devotee, and advocate of Aryan culture, played a pivotal role in the Bhakti movement in Gujarat during the early seventeenth century. His influence spread across India, earning him widespread acclaim as a Bhakti saint. Born in the village of Talaja near Junagadh, Narsinha Mehta lost his father early in life. He […]
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On May 11, 1967, India Post issued this 15-paise stamp to commemorate the 800th death anniversary of Basaveswara (Basavanna), the 12th-century philosopher and statesman who revolutionized the social fabric of Karnataka. As the founder of the Lingayat movement, he was a fierce advocate for a classless society, famously declaring that "Work is Worship" (Kayakave Kailasa). The stamp portrays Basaveswara in a meditative and scholarly pose, reflecting his role as a spiritual leader and a pioneer of democratic thought. He is credited with establishing the Anubhava Mantapa (Hall of Spiritual Experience), often cited as one of the world's first parliaments, where men and women from all walks of life gathered to discuss social and spiritual issues. By featuring his image, this issue honors a reformer who used his poetry, known as Vachanas, to spread messages of compassion and equality in the language of the common people. This stamp remains a significant piece for collectors, celebrating a visionary whose teachings on social justice and the dignity of labor remain deeply relevant eight centuries later.
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India’s 1967 Survey of India bicentenary stamp (15 nP, issued 1 May) is a commemorative tribute to the country’s oldest scientific mapping organisation, founded in 1767, celebrating its 200‑year journey in geography, geodesy, and cartography. The purple‑coloured design surrounds the Survey of India’s emblem with images of surveyors measuring mountain terrain, an aeroplane for aerial survey, a globe, and a printing press, honouring the scientists and explorers who mapped the Indian subcontinent and first measured Mount Everest, all in a compact 15‑paise format.
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Nandalal Bose, born on December 3, 1882, emerged as one of the foremost masters in the Bengal Renaissance, shaping the trajectory of Indian art in its journey from tradition to modernity. His leadership in the art movement bridged the gap between the conventional and the contemporary, laying the foundation for the flourishing state of Indian […]
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The designation of 1967 as the International Tourist Year by the United Nations General Assembly during its XXIst session is a significant recognition of the importance of tourism worldwide. This resolution, proposed at the suggestion of the International Union of Official Travel Organizations, has been warmly welcomed by countries around the globe, including India, which […]
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Guru Gobind Singh, despite his brief life span, holds a significant place in the history of India, not only for his military prowess but also for his contributions in social and ethical domains. He expressed a desire to unite his forces with the Rajputs and Marathas to confront the Mughals decisively. Tragically, it was at […]
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