POSTAL ZONE for STAMPS

STAMP ON SEBI

2013-09-05T10:04:00.000+05:30

ON 24/05/2013 A commemorative POSTAGE STAMP ON SEBI WAS RELEASED.
THIS CAN BE COLLECTED AS INSTITUTION OR MONEY MARKET OR FINANCE CATEGORY. THIS WILL BE A MOST WANTED STAMP IN FUTURE.

BHAI JAGTA JI :STAMP

2012-05-30T09:30:00.003+05:30

SHYAMA CHARAN SHUKLA:STAMP

2012-05-30T09:29:00.001+05:30

ISABELLA THOBURN COLLEGE, LUCKNOW

2012-05-30T09:27:00.001+05:30

GODIJI TEMPLE, MUMBAI : STAMP

2012-05-30T09:26:00.000+05:30

R VENKATARAMAN : postal stamp

2012-05-30T09:24:00.001+05:30

TRIPURANENI GOPICHAND

2011-09-16T09:52:00.000+05:30

TEJAJI MAHARAJ AND DEV NARAYAN

2011-09-16T09:51:00.000+05:30

SURENDRA NATH JAUHAR

2011-09-16T09:49:00.000+05:30

Dr.M.S.ANEY

2011-09-16T09:47:00.000+05:30

Pt.K.SANTANAM

2011-09-16T09:44:00.000+05:30

RASHTRAPATI BHAVAN, NEW DELHI,INDIA : STAMPS

2011-08-23T10:04:00.000+05:30

India post issues four stamps on RASHTRAPATI BHAVAN .
Date of Issue : 05th August 2011.

The splendour of the Rashtrapati Bhavan is multi-dimensional. It is a vast mansion and its architecture is breathtaking. More than these, it has a hallowed existence in the annals of democracy for being the residence of the President of the largest democracy in the world. Few official residential premises of the Head of the State in the world will match the Rashtrapati Bhavan in terms of its size, vastness and its magnificence.
Source & Courtesy : http://presidentofindia.nic.in/rb.html

KASU BRAHMANANDA REDDY

2011-08-13T10:02:00.000+05:30

A commemorative postage stamp on KASU BRAHMANANDA REDDY was issued on 28 July 2011.
Kasu Brahmananda Reddy కాసు బ్రహ్మానందరెడ్డి ... Kasu Brahmananda Reddy was born in Thuubadu in Guntur District, Andhra Pradesh.Born July 28, 1909 - May 20, 1994 .
K . Brahmananda Reddy at Hyderabad, was the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, India from February 29, 1964 to September 30, 1971.
K.Brahmananda Reddy National Park: Wildlife sanctuary located at Jubilee hills in Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh .

Commemorative postage stamp on VITTHAL SAKHARAM PAGE

2011-08-13T09:54:00.000+05:30

Issued on 21 July 2011

President Releases Postage Stamp on Vitthal Sakharam Page

Source & Courtesy : http://pib.nic.in/newsite/erelease.aspx?relid=73404

The President of India, Smt .Pratibha Devisingh Patil today released a commemorative postage stamp on Late Shri Vitthal Sakharam Page. The postage stamp was released in recognition of Shri Page’s illustrious contribution in the field of social service, culture, education & literature, economics, philosophy etc. Shri Page also took part in the freedom movement and was imprisoned for the same.

Born on July 21,1910 at Bagani in Satara District of Maharashtra, Shri Page completed his LL.B degree from Mumbai University. His integrated Area Development Scheme, popularly known as “Page Scheme” for the integrated development of village areas and the amelioration of small land holders, traditional artisans and agricultural labourers was widely recognized in the field of social service.

His sustained campaign for employment guarantee as a fundamental right beginning with an article ‘Rojgaracha Hakk’ (Right to Employment) in 1949 and subsequent persuasion to the Maharashtra Government to implement Employment Guarantee Scheme on a pilot basis in 1969 finally led to enactment of Employment Guarantee Act in the Maharashtra in 1977. His life mission was to see that this scheme is implemented in the entire nation. As Chairman of the Maharashtra State Khadi and Village Industries Board, he implemented the Employment Guarantee Scheme for rejuvenating the age-old traditional village industries and to provide employment to the unemployed village artisans.

He was honoured with “Dalit Mitra” and Nyayaratha Ramshastri Prabhune Puraskark and regarded as “Father of Emoployment Guarantee Scheme”. Shri Page was a deeply religious and spiritual person. He authored books in Marathi and English mainly on philosophical and religious subjects. .

He was elected to the Bombay Legislative Council successively in 1952 and 1954 and to the Maharashtra Legislative Council in 1960, 1966 and 1972 and was its chairman from 1960 to 1978. During this period he was also Joint President of the Maharashtra Branch of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association. He had visited U.K., USA, Canada, Japan, USSR representing the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association, Maharashtra Branch.

He passed away on March 16,1990.

Matangini Hazra

2011-08-01T09:16:00.000+05:30

Matangini Hazra (Bengali: মাতঙ্গিনী হাজরা) (1869–1942) was an Indian revolutionary freedom fighter and martyr to British bullets who participated in the Indian independence movement until she was shot dead by the British police .While dying she held national flag high and passed it to next .She was a famous Gandhian leader and a humanitarian. Matangini Hazra (Matangini Hazra) was born at a village named Hogla under Tamluk (Midnapore,India).

Dhiru Bhai H Ambani

2011-08-01T09:07:00.001+05:30

Commemorative stamp on 'Dhiru Bhai H Ambani' was issued on 28th Dec 2002

Dhirubhai Hirachand Ambani (Gujarati: ધીરુભાઈ અંબાણી) also known as Dhirubhai, (28 December 1932 – 6 July 2002) was an Indian business magnate .Founder of Reliance(as a textile company and led it), under Dhirubhai's extraordinary vision and leadership, Reliance scripted one of the greatest growth stories .Dhirubhai H Ambani rose from humble beginnings to become chairman of India's largest private sector company.Few men in history have made as dramatic a contribution to their country's economic fortunes as did the founder of Reliance, Dhirubhai H Ambani.

DR. D.S. KOTHARI

2011-07-27T10:40:00.000+05:30

A commemorative postage stamp on DR. D.S. KOTHARI was issued on 6th July2011 ,to honour 100th Birth anniversary.Daulat Singh Kothari (6th July 1906 to 4th Feb.1993) was an eminent Indian scientist .He received the Padma Bhusan in 1962 and the Padma Vibhushan in 1973.

UNIVERSITY GRANTS COMMISSION has announced " DR. D. S. KOTHARI POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP SCHEME IN SCIENCES, MEDICAL & ENGINEERING SCIENCES".

APJ Abdul Kalam in his recent book, Ignited Minds : Unleashing the Power Within India. wrote : “Dr. D.S. Kothari, a professor at Delhi University and Maker of modern India....".

UNITED THEOLOGICAL COLLEGE

2011-07-27T10:08:00.000+05:30

A commemorative postage stamp on UNITED THEOLOGICAL COLLEGE was released on 08th July 2011.The College was inaugurated in July 1910 under the name “The United Theological College of South India and Ceylon” as “a Christian College .

Address: 63,Millers Road,Benson Town, Bangalore, 560046

Phone:+91-80-23330502, +91-80-23333438, +91-80-23332844

Www.utcbangalore.org

2002 : Forts of Andhra Pradesh - Chandragiri Fort

2011-07-18T09:26:00.001+05:30

Commemorative stamp on 'Forts of Andhra Pradesh - Chandragiri Fort' was issued on 31st Dec 2002.

From the documents of Archaeological Survey of India, we learnt that "Built in 1000 AD in the form of fortifications with bastions and a steep moat, Chandragiri was under the rule of Yadavarayas for about three centuries and came into the control of Vijayanagara rulers in 1367. It rose into prominence in 1568 AD and remained as seat of power for the later Vijayanagara kings under whose reign the fortified area was further extended and some of the magnificent buildings and temples were constructed. Some of the important kavyas of Vijayanagara period are said to be composed here. In 1646 the fort was annexed into the Golkonda territory, subsequently came under Mysore rule till 1792 and went into oblivion. Inside the fortification are seen eight ruined temples of saivite and vaishnavite pantheons, Raja mahal, Rani mahal and other ruined structures.

King's Palace: One of the finest examples of Indo-Saracenic architecture of Vijayanagara period, this imposing three storeyed palace adorned by the crowning towers representing certain Hindu architectural elements, was constructed with stone, brick, lime mortar and is devoid of timber. The central tower that covers durbar hall rises through two storeys. It is said to be the same venue where Sri Rangaraya granted the site of Fort St. George to the British in 1640. The floors are supported by massive pillars while the walls bear fine plaster and stucco decorations.

Queen's Palace: Similar to the Kings palace in style and method of execution, this edifice with ground floor looking like a stable and first floor containing quarters adorned with ornamental sikhara has a flat roof. Contrary to the popular belief that this place was meant for the queen or harem, the epigraphical record available from the basement speaks this building being a commander’s quarters."

Source : http://asi.nic.in/asi_monu_tktd_ap_chandagiri.asp

2002 : Forts of Andhra Pradesh - Golconda Fort

2011-07-16T09:57:00.001+05:30

Release date :31st Dec 2002

Commemorative stamp on 'Forts of Andhra Pradesh - Golconda Fort' by India Posts.

Golconda Fort is one of the most important forts in India, and is situated at a distance of eleven kilo meters from Hyderabad.Golconda in Hyderabad - Crowning an isolated granite hill, the Golconda fort rises 400 feet above the surrounding plain .Golconda Fort is one of the magnificent forts of India whose history dates back to the 13th century.The war that took place destroyed the Golconda fort and left it in complete ruins in 1687.The present structure of the Golconda Fort was renovated by Qutub Shahi kings.Golconda Fort is an extraordinary monument of Hyderabad.Open Hours:8 am to 6.30 pm everyday for tourists.

2002 : INDIAN POSTAL STAMPS RELEASED

2011-07-15T10:18:00.002+05:30

31st Dec 2002: Commemorative stamp on 'T.T. Krishnamachari' was released.

Krishnamachari began his life as a businessman and went on to lay the foundation of the hugely successful firm TT Krishnamachari & Co. in 1928, in Chennai.
T.T. Krishnamachari was one of the makers of modern India.
He was the son of a district judge.
SPEECH OF SHRI T.T. KRISHNAMACHARI MINISTER OF FINANCE. INTRODUCING THE BUDGET FOR THE YEAR 1965-66.

How do I open a Philatelic Deposit Account ?

2011-07-14T09:50:00.000+05:30

Source: http://www.indiapost.gov.in/PhilatelyAccount.html

In India -

You can open a Deposit Account in any Head Post Office (HPO) in the country. You may also download

the application form available at this site and send it to the HPO, where you would like to run your Philatelic

Deposit Account. Please fill the available form and ensure a deposit of Rs.200/- (Rupees two hundred only)

in Indian currency at the concerned HPO. In furnishing your requisition for philatelic items, please see

the details of the application form. Click here for downloading account opening form.

The applicant should fill up in the application and indicate the requirement of the following items. Send your application form to the nearest Philatelic Bureau.

Requirement of stamps.
First day cover (F.D.C.) Blank or with stamps duly cancelled.
Brochure (information sheet)
Other items Army cover/special cover
Miniature sheet.

List of Philatelic Bureaux in India as on 1st January 2001

ASSAM CIRCLE	MAHARASHTRA CIRCLE
1. Guwahati - 781 001	25. Bombay GPO - 400 001
ANDHRA PRADESH CIRCLE	26. Panaji - 403 001
2. Hyderabad HO - 500 001	27. Pune HO - 411 001
3. Vishakapatnam HO - 520 001	28. Nagpur HO - 440 001
4. Vijayawada HO - 520 001	29. Nashik HO - 422 101
BIHAR CIRCLE	NORTH EASTERN CIRCLE
5. Patna GPO - 800 001	30. Shillong GPO - 793 001
6. Jamshedpur - 831 001	31. Imphal HO - 795 001
DELHI CIRLCE	32 Agarthala HO - 799 001
7. Parliament Street - 110 001	33. Kohima HO - 797 001
GUJARAT CIRLCE	35. Aizwal HO - 796 001
8. Ahmedabad GPO - 380 001	ORISSA CIRCLE
9. Rajkot HO - 360 001	36. Cuttack GPO - 753 001
10.Vadodara HO - 390 001	37. Ludhiana HO - 141 001
HARYANA CIRCLE	38. Jalandhar City HO - 144 001
11. Ambala GPO - 133 001	RAJASTHAN CIRCLE
HIMACHAL PRADESH CIRCLE	39. Jaipur GPO - 302 001
12. Shimla GPO - 133 001	40. Jodhpur HO - 342 003
JAMMU & KASHMIR CIRCLE	TAMIL NADU CIRCLE
13. Jammu Tawi HO - 180 001	41. Anna Road Madras - 600 002
KARNATAKA CIRCLE	42. Pondicherry HO - 605 001
14. Bangalore GPO - 560 001	43. Coimbator HO - 641 001
15. Belgaum HO - 590 001	44. Madurai HO - 625 001
16. Mangalore HO - 575 001	45. Tiruchirapali HO - 620 001
KERALA CIRCLE	UTTAR PRADESH CIRCLE
17. Trivandrum GPO - 695 001	46. Lucknow GPO - 226 001
18. Calicut HO - 673 001	47. Kanpur HO - 208 001
19. Ernakulam HO - 682 001	48. Allabadh HO - 211 001
MADHYA PRADESH CIRCLE	49. Agra HO - 282 001
20. Bhopal HO - 462 001	50. Varanasi HO - 221 001
21. Indore HO - 452 001	52. Dehradun HO - 248 001
22. Gwalior HO - 474 001	WEST BENGAL CIRCLE
23. Civic Centre Bhilai - 490 006	53. Calcutta GPO - 700 001
24. Raipur HO - 492 001	54. 1 CBPO. C/O 56 APO
	55. 2 CBPO. C/O 99 APO

From Abroad -

Please fill the form available on this site as given in the above para and forward it to the Director,

Mumbai GPO, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. Please accompany it with the mode of payment indicated in the

application form.

click http://www.maharashtrapost.org/cgi-bin/internationalform.asp

National Philatelic Museum,New Delhi will exhibit Rare Postage Stamps

2011-07-12T12:22:00.001+05:30

New Delhi, July 11 (IANS) The Department of Posts (DoP) Monday inaugurated the National Philatelic Museum which will exhibit rare postage stamps from across the world and also provide a platform to philatelists to exhibit their collections.

‘The museum will provide enhanced and interactive platform for promoting philately and will stimulate interest for stamp collection among children,’ Radhika Doraiswamy, secretary Department of Posts, told reporters here.
The museum will be open Mondays to Fridays — it will also be open on Saturdays for school groups on request. It will have an entry fee but the amount has yet not been decided. ‘There will be a nominal entry fee,’ said Doraiswamy.
The museum has bays dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi and the prime ministers of India, along with freedom fighters. It also has stamps on several themes such as science andtechnology, transport and wildlife.
There are stamps from abroad, and displays from the Army Postal Service and IndiaSecurity Press, Nashik.
The museum also has an amphitheatre for talk shows and presentations along with a reference library. In the artists corner, the department has showcased the actual designing of a stamp and also plans to invite artists from time to time to give live demonstrations.
Courtesy :IANS

National Philatelic Museum

Dak Bhavan, Sardar Patel Chowk, Sansad Marg,
New Delhi. Ph.: +91-011-23036447, 23036447, 23036727
Timing : 10:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Closed: Saturday & Sunday

Situated near Connaught Place, is Dak Bhawan which has a post office with an outlet for philatelists interested in Indian stamps. The building also houses the National Philatelic Museum which has an extensive stamp collection including the first stamp issued in India by the Sindh Dak (1854) and stamps issued before Independence by the rulers of the Princely States. Free entry passes can be had from Parliament Street Head
Post office basement.
Click here to view.

List of philately blogs and sites

2011-07-11T10:25:00.001+05:30

2ND AFRICA-INDIA FORUM SUMMIT 2011

2011-06-09T09:41:00.000+05:30

Date of release 25th May 2011

Source:http://www.indiapost.gov.in/Stamps2011.html#1