On May 15, 1966, India Post issued a 15 paise stamp to honor Acharya Mahavir Prasad Dwivedi, a titan of modern Hindi literature whose editorial leadership transformed the language into a sophisticated literary medium. As the long-time editor of the influential magazine Saraswati, Dwivedi acted as a mentor to an entire generation of writers, enforcing linguistic discipline and encouraging the shift from traditional dialects to standardized Khariboli Hindi.
The stamp pays tribute to his multifaceted legacy as a scholar, critic, and reformer who bridged the gap between classical wisdom and modern expression. By dedicating his life to the refinement of Hindi prose and poetry, he laid the essential foundations for contemporary Indian education and literary thought.
On May 9, 1966, India Post issued this 15-paise stamp to commemorate the birth centenary of Gopal Krishna Gokhale, a man whose intellectual depth and ethical approach made him a towering figure in modern Indian history. Born on May 9, 1866, Gokhale emerged as a brilliant political thinker and a master of economics who believed that India's path to progress lay in education and steady constitutional reform.
The stamp captures his dignified and scholarly profile, reflecting the personality of a leader who founded the Servants of India Society to promote social service and national interest. Often remembered as the political mentor to Mahatma Gandhi, Gokhale championed a "moderate" approach that emphasized patience, dialogue, and integrity. By featuring his portrait, this issue honors a patriot who spent his life bridging the gap between colonial administration and nationalist aspirations, laying the groundwork for the generations of freedom fighters who followed.
Released on April 23, 1966, this commemorative stamp pays tribute to Kunwar Singh, one of the most celebrated heroes of the 1857 Indian Uprising. Hailing from Bihar, this noble chieftain defied the limitations of age and led a fearless, relentless resistance against British colonial forces during India's First War of Independence — earning admiration not just for his courage, but for his extraordinary tactical brilliance on the battlefield. His legacy endures as a powerful symbol of unyielding determination and patriotic spirit, reminding the nation that the flame of freedom burns brightest in those who refuse to surrender.
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s brilliant intellect would have shone brightly in any era and society. He emerged during a period of socio-political upheaval in India and seized the opportunity to lead the charge. The circumstances of his birth as an ‘untouchable’ added a poignant twist of fate to his pivotal role during India’s transition from colony […]
Kambar’s legacy in Tamil literature is unparalleled, shining brightly as one of its most eminent figures. Though details about his life remain scarce, it is widely accepted that he lived and wrote during the ninth century A.D. within the Chola Kingdom during a period of Tamil cultural revival. Believed to have been born in Therizhandur, […]
The Gazette of India EXTRAORDINARY PART-1 SECTION-1 PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY NO. 13, NEW DELHI, THURSDAY, JANUARY 13, 1966/PAUSA 23, 1887 PRESIDENT’S SECRETARIAT NOTIFICATION New Delhi, the 13th January 1966 No. 2-Pres./66. The sudden demise at Tashkent of Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri in the early hours of Tuesday, the 11th January, 1966, has plunged the nation […]
The events of last September, when Pakistan launched its military aggression against us, plunged the Indian Republic into a crisis of unprecedented proportions. Despite not seeking conflict, our nation found itself thrust into a war situation. While war is always tragic, it can sometimes serve to strengthen a nation’s resolve and reaffirm its core values. […]
The Fifteenth Annual Conference of the Pacific Area Travel Association (PATA) is set to take place in New Delhi from January 24 to 29, 1966. Preceding the conference will be a two-day seminar focused on tourism. PATA holds significance as an international organization dedicated to fostering the development, promotion, and facilitation of travel to and […]
Vidyapati, the eminent Maithili poet, stands as one of the most revered figures in Indian literature. Born around the year 1360 A.D. in Bisaphi, a village in Northern Bihar, he lived a long and illustrious life filled with literary achievements until his passing in 1448. Descended from a lineage of scholars, Vidyapati followed in the […]
Chittaranjan Das, often referred to as “Deshbandhu” by his fellow countrymen, played a pivotal role in India’s struggle for independence, dedicating his life to the cause of freedom. Born on November 5, 1870, in Calcutta, he received his early education at the London Missionary Society Institution, Bhowanipur, and later graduated from Presidency College, Calcutta, in […]
