3053) 500th Birth Anniversary of Rani Durgavati (1524-1564), Bharat/India: India Post has issued a postage stamp of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) honouring the legendary Warrior Queen of Bundelkhand: Date/Year of Stamp issue: 05.10.2023:

3053) 500th Birth Anniversary of Rani Durgavati (1524-1564), Bharat/India: India Post has issued a postage stamp of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) honouring the legendary Warrior Queen of Bundelkhand: Date/Year of Stamp issue: 05.10.2023:

It was heartening to note that India Post has brought out this stamp on Rani Durgavati of Bundelkhand. As I belong to Bundelkhand and have family and relatives in Banda, Mahoba and Hamirpur districts of Uttar Pradesh, and have heard stories on the exploits of the legendary Queen, it felt good that India Post has honoured her with this commemorative stamp.

Rani Durgavati, a descendant of the famous Chandela dynasty of Mahoba, and the Queen of the Gond kingdom of Garha-Katanga, took on the might of the Mughal Empire with great courage and leadership. 

The Gond tribe is a prominent tribe in central India known for their rich cultural heritage and resilience. 

It is said that since she was born on the festival of "Durgashtami", her parents named her Durgavati, after the  Hindu goddess Durga. She proved to be a human embodiment of the deity. 

She is remembered today for her sacrifices and as a defender of her culture and a symbol of pride and honour.

Durgavati was born on 05.10.1524 in Kalinjar, one of the most important and impregnable forts of medieval India with seven defensive walls, which lies in the Banda district of the state of Uttar Pradesh. 

It was held by her father Raja Salbahan of Raath and Mahoba, a scion of the famous Chandelas who had built the Khajuraho temples and had rebuffed the attacks of Mahmud Ghazni in the past, who after laying siege to Kalinjer for almost a year in his last attempt, withdrew to Ghazni after realising the folly of his ambitious foray in India. 

At the age of 18, she was married to Dalpat Shah, son of the Gond King Sangram Shah of Garha-Katanga, strengthening an alliance between the two royal families.

The small kingdom of Garha-Katanga emerged in central India in the aftermath of Timur’s invasion (1398), when the feeble Sultanate rule over this region was thrown off by King Yadavrai. 

The name of the kingdom was derived from the principal town called ‘Garha’ and a village called ‘Katanga’ located 4 miles west of the city of Jabalpur. 

Dalpat Shah passed away in the 1548, leaving behind a minor son, Bir Narayan, as the heir. 

Rani Durgavati installed Bir Narayan on the throne, and she took on the reins of the government. 

She was assisted by two able ministers, Adhar Kayastha and Man Brahman. Rani Durgavati administered the kingdom and took it to such high levels of prosperity that people paid taxes in gold coins and elephants. She constructed reservoirs such as the Ranital, Cherital and Adhartal, for the benefit of her people. 

She was a patron of learning and allowed Acharya Bitthalnath to establish a seat of the Pushtimarg cult at Garha. 

Rani Durgavati consolidated the boundaries of her kingdom. She personally led her army to quell rebellions. Her kingdom stretched 300 miles from East to West and 160 miles from North to South. 

According to a contemporary Persian source, the Tarikh-i-Firishta, Durgavati repulsed Baz Bahadur, the ruler of Malwa, who had attacked her kingdom between 1555 and 1560.

The Mughal Governor of Kara-Manikpur, Asaf Khan, launched a completely unprovoked attack on Rani’s kingdom in 1564. 

Equipped with a large imperial army, Asaf Khan marched into Garh-Katanga and arrived at Damoh. Durgavati with her small force was able to defeat the Mughals and push back them at least three times. 

However, the Mughals regrouped with a strong contingent comprising 25,000 cavalry, infantry and artillery and overwhelmed her forces. 

The Rani continued fighting until two arrows struck her, one in her right temple and the other in her neck. She pulled them out but fell unconscious. 

On regaining consciousness, she realised that she had lost the day. 

She asked her "mahavat" ("elephant driver"), Adhar Baghela, to kill her with his dagger. Baghela refused but offered to take her to a safe place. The Rani realised that they would not be able to go too far and would soon fall into the hands of the enemy. 

She now took out her dagger and stabbed herself in her heart. 

Thus, on the 24.06.1564, the brave Rani Durgavati was martyred, when she chose death against dishonour. Her men cremated her in a narrow mountain pass some 12 miles from Jabalpur.

The Mughal encounter with the Rani was documented by Abul Fazl, Akbar’s chronicler and other Persian writers. Abul Fazl wrote of Rani Durgavati that she was a combination of beauty, grace and warrior-like courage and bravery. 

The story of Durgavati was also chronicled many years later by the British Colonel Sleeman, who spoke about the Rani as being the most revered of all Sovereigns who ruled over Garh-Katanga.

Her Legacy:

- A memorial to Rani Durgavati has been built in Jabalpur at the same place where the Rani had attained martyrdom. 

- A ceremony is held here on 24th June every year, which is celebrated as "Balidan Divas" (or "Martyr’s Day"), in honour of the Rani. 

- In 1983, the name of Jabalpur University was changed to Rani Durgavati University and a museum has been named after her. 

- In 1988, a postage stamp was issued in her honour. 

- In 2018, the Indian Coast Guard commissioned the 3rd Inshore Patrol Vessel (IPV) called ‘ICGS Rani Durgavati’ at its district headquarters in Vishakapatnam. 

However, the most enduring memorial of the Rani is the collective memory of the people, where she has found a place of great regard. 

Her story has become a legend which forms the theme of ballads/songs and tales, through which she stays alive in the hearts of the people every day.

The Postage Stamp:

This Postage Stamp commemorates this icon of national pride and sacrifice who continues to inspire the youth and millennials during Amritkaal.

The 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) Postage Stamp issued on Rani Durgavati depicts her as a Warrior Queen leading her troops into battle against her adversaries.

The First Day Cover (FDC) is titled "Rani Durgavati" (in both Hindi and English) at bottom left and depicts her image at centre left.

At top right is affixed the Postage stamp of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) cancelled with a special Cancellation Postmark/Handstamp of Jabalpur Post Office. The Cancellation is dated - "05.10.2023".

TECHNICAL DATA:

Issuer: India Post

Denomination: 500 p (or Rs.5/-)

No. of Stamps Printed: 201,600 

Printing Process: Wet Offset

Printer: Security Printing Press, Hyderabad

Links:

Posts on G20 Leader's Summit in New Delhi on this Blog:

1) G20 Leader's Summit, New Delhi 2023, Bharat/India: India Post has issued a Souvenir Sheet (SS) of two stamps of 2000 Paise (or Rs.20/-) each commemorating the G20 Leader's Summit in New Delhi: Date of Souvenir Sheet issue: 26.07.2023

2) G20 Leader's Summit, New Delhi 2023, Bharat/India: India Government Mint (IGM) Kolkata has released a combo of Rs.100/- and Rs.75/- Quaternary Silver Coin set commemorating the G20 Leader's Summit in New Delhi: Date/Year of Coin set issue: 2023

Posts on "Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav" on this Blog:

1) Did you Know Series (71): "Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav" (Bharat/India celebrates the 75th Year of Independence: A set of four coins in the denominations of Rs.2, 5, 10 and 20 issued by the India Government Mint, Mumbai

2) Did You Know Series (74): "Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav" ("Bharat/India celebrates the 75th Year of Independence"): A set of six coins in the denominations of Rs.5, 10 and 20 totalling Rs.75 issued by the India Government Mint, Hyderabad, together with a Special Cover issued by the Hyderabad Postal Circle of India Post

3) Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav: A Presentation Pack of Indian Postage Stamps prepared by the National Philatelic Museum, New Delhi comprising of : i) A First Day Cover: ii) the two Stamps of 500 Paise (Rs.5/-) and iii) the Information Brochure (IB): Year of Presentation Pack issue: 2023

4) Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav (AKAM), India: "Special Edition - 2022-2023": India Government Mint (IGM) Hyderabad has issued two Presentation Packs in Coin Cards in the denominations of Rs.20/-, Rs.10/-, Rs.5/-, Rs.2/- and Re 1/- with the AKAM logo on the Reverse: Year of Presentation Packs issue: 2023

5) Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, Bharat/India celebrates 75th Year of Independence: A set of five Coins in the denominations of Re.1/-, Rs.2/-, Rs.5/-, Rs.10/- and Rs.20/- released by the India Government Mint, Mumbai in 2023

6) Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, Bharat/India celebrates 75th Year of Independence: A set of five Coins in the denominations of Re.1/-, Rs.2/-, Rs.5/-, Rs.10/- and Rs.20/- released by the India Government Mint, Mumbai in 2023

AMRITPEX 2023 (THE NATIONAL PHILATELY EXHIBITION) held at New Delhi from 11-15.02.2023:

1) "AMRITPEX 2023" (The "National Philately Exhibition") held at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi from 11-15 February 2023: ii) WOMEN'S POWER: EXPLORING NEW HORIZONS": A Special Cover released on 12.02.2023

2) "AMRITPEX 2023" (The "National Philately Exhibition") held at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi from 11-15 February 2023: ii) "WOMEN's POWER: EXCELLENCE IN SPORTS": A Special Cover released on 12.02.2023

3) "AMRITPEX 2023" (The "National Philately Exhibition") held at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi from 11-15 February 2023: 11) "WOMEN'S POWER: CONSERVING NATIONAL HERITAGE": A SPECIAL COVER RELEASED ON 12.02.2023

4) "AMRITPEX 2023" (The National Philately Exhibition") held at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi from 11-15 February 2023: ii) WOMEN'S POWER: DEFENDING OUR NATION": A Special Cover released on 12.02.2023

5) "AMRITPEX 2023" (The National Philately Exhibition") held at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi from 11-15 February 2023: ii) "DIVYANG: PRIDE OF INDIA": A Special Cover released on 13.03.2023

6) "AMRITPEX 2023" (The National Philately Exhibition") held at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi from 11-15 February 2023: ii) "PUPPETRY: INDIA'S CULTURAL HERITAGE": A Special Cover released on 14.02.2023

7) "AMRITPEX 2023" (The "National Philately Exhibition") held at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi from 11-15 February 2023: ii) "BIRSA MUNDA": A Special Cover released on 14.02.2023

8) "AMRITPEX 2023" (The National Philately Exhibition") held at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi from 11-15 February 2023: ii) "GOVIND GURU": A Special Cover released on 14.02.2023

9) "AMRITPEX 2023" (The National Philately Exhibition") held at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi from 11-15 February 2023: ii) "INTERNATIONAL YEAR OF MILLETS -2023 (FOXTAIL MILLETS, FINGER MILLETS, PEARL MILLETS, SORGHUM MILLETS, BARNYARD MILLETS, LITTLE MILLET"): A Special Cover released on 14.02.2023

10) "AMRITPEX 2023" (The "National Philately Exhibition") held at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi from 11-15 February 2023: ii) "OUR FREEDOM STRUGGLE": A Special Cover released on 14.02.2023

11) "AMRITPEX 2023" (The "National Philately Exhibition"), held at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi from 11-15 February 2023: ii) "NATURAL HERITAGE OF INDIA": A Special Cover released on 15.02.2023

12) "AMRITPEX 2023" (The National Philately Exhibition") held at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi from 11-15 February 2023: ii) "ACHIEVEMENTS AT 75 YEARS": A Special Cover released on 15.02.2023

13) "AMRITPEX 2023" (The National Philatey Exhibition") held at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi from 11-15 February 2023: ii) "UTI ASSET MANAGEMENT COMPANY LIMITED (UTI AMC)": A Special Cover released on 15.02.2023

14) "AMRITPEX 2023" (The National Philately Exhibition") held at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi from 11-15 February 2023: ii) "INDIA POSTS IN SERVICE OF THE NATION": A Special Cover released on 15.02.2023

15) Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav (AKAM), India: India Post has issued a 500 Paise (Rs.5/-) postage stamp highlighting the initatives taken by the Government of India (GOA) under the programme: Date/Year of Stamp issue: 11.02.2023

Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav: Five Special Covers released by Philately Division, Dak Bhawan, New Delhi:

1) Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, India: An initiative of the Government of India to celebrate and commemorate 75 Years of Independence and India's glorious history: i) "FREEDOM STRUGGLE"

2) Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, India: An initiative of the Government of India to celebrate and commemorate 75 Years of Independence and India's glorious history: ii) "IDEAS@75

3) Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, India: An initiative of the Government of India to celebrate and commemorate 75 Years of Independence and India's history: iii) "RESOLVE@75"

4) Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, India: Am initiative of the Government of India to celebrate and commemorate 75 Years of Independence and India's glorious history: iv) "ACTIONS@75"

5) Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, India: An intiative of the Government of India to celebrate and commemorate 75 Years of Independence and India's glorious history: v) "ACHIEVEMENTS@75"

Links to Special Covers issued by the Rajasthan Postal Circle of India Post:

i) "Bikaneri Bhujia", (Rajasthan), India: Rajasthan Postal Circle of India Post has issued a set of eight Special Covers on Geographical Indications (GIs) of Rajasthan: Date of Special Covers issue: 18.08.2021

ii) "Makrana Marble", (Rajasthan), India: Rajasthan Postal Circle, Jaipur of Inda Post has issued a set of eight Special Covers on Geographical Indications (GIs) of Rajasthan: Date of Special Covers issue: 18.08.2021

iii) "Blue Pottery of Jaipur", (Rajasthan), India: Rajasthan Postal Circle, Jaipur of India Post has issued a set of eight Special Covers on Geographical Indications (GIs) of Rajasthan: Date of Special Covers issue: 18.08.2021

iv) "Thewa Art Work", Rajasthan, India: Rajasthan Postal Circle, Jaipur of India Post has issued a set of eight Special Covers on Geographical Indications (GIs) of Rajasthan: Date of Special Covers issue: 18.08.2021

v) "Kathputlis of Rajasthan", (Rajasthan), India: Rajasthan Postal Circle, Jaipur of India Post has issued a set of eight Special Covers (SCs) on Geographical Indications (GIs) of Rajasthan: Date of Special Covers issue: 18.08.2021

vi) "Molela Clay Work & Pokran Pottery", (Rajasthan) Postal Circle of Inda Post has issued a set of eight Special Covers on Geographical Indications (GIs) of Rajasthan: Date of Special Covers issue: 18.08.2021

vii) "Kota Doria", (Rajasthan), India: Rajasthan Postal Circle, Jaipur of India Post has issued a set of eight Special Covers on Geographical Indications (GIs) of Rajasthan: Date of Special Covers issue: 18.08.2021

viii) "Sanganeri & Bagru Hand Block Print", (Rajasthan), India: Rajasthan Postal Circle, Jaipur of India Post has issued a set of eight Special Covers on Geographical Indications (GIs) of Rajasthan: Date of Special Covers issue: 18.08.2021

Links to Special Covers issued by Maharashtra Postal Circle recently:

1) "Bharati-Indian Antarctic Expedition - Celebrating a Decade, India: Maharashtra Postal Circle of India Post has brought out this Special Cover (SC) from its Sada Post Office celebrating the milestone: Date/Year of Special Cover issue: 01.12.2022"

Links to Special Postal Covers/Booklet issued by the Maharashtra Postal Circle (2021-2022):

1) Purandhar Fig, (Pune District), India: GI Tag No. 500: A Special Postal Cover (SPC) issued by the Department of Posts, Maharashtra Postal Circle: Date/Year of SPC issued: 11.10.2022

2) Ambemohar Rice, Maval Region, (Pune District), India: GI Tag No. -478: A Special Postal Cover (SPC) issued by the Department of Posts, Maharashtra Postal Circle: Date/Year of SPC issued: 11.10.2022

3) Solapur Chaddar, Maharashtra, India: GI Tag no. 08: A Special Postal Cover (SPC) issued by the Department of Posts, Maharashtra Postal Circle: Date/Year of SPC issued: 26.08.2021

4) Mahabaleshwar Strawberry, Maharashtra, India: GI Tag issued in 2010: A Special Postal Coover (SPC) issued by the Department of Posts, Maharashtra Postal Circle: Date/Year of SPC issued: 26.08.2021

5) Solapur Terry Towel, Maharashtra, India: GI Tag No. 09 issued in 2010: A Special Postal Cover (SPC) issued by the Department of Posts, Maharashtra Postal Circle: Date/Year of SPC issued: 26.08.2021

6) Mangalvedha Jowar, Maharashtra, India: GI Tag issued on 31.03.2016: A Special Postal Cover (SPC) issued by the Department of Posts, Maharashtra Postal Circle: Date/Year of SPC issued: 27.08.2021

7) Umaji Naik (07.09.1791-03.02.1832), Freedom Fighter, Maharashtra, India: A Special Postal Coover (SPC) issued by the Department of Posts, Maharashtra Postal Circle: Date/Year of SPC issued:27.08.2021

8) "Tomato", Maharashtra, India: A Special Postal Coover (SPC) issued by the Department of Posts, Maharashtra Postal Circle on Philately Day: Date/Year of SPC issued: 11.10.2022

9) i) "Bhaja Caves", Maharashtra, India: A Special Postal Cover (SPC) issued by the Department of Posts, Maharashtra Postal Circle: Date/Year of SPC issued: 02.09.2022: ii) What are "Chaityagrihas", "Viharas" & "Podhis": iii) A visit to the Bhaja Caves in 09/2022

10) "Waghya Ghevada", Maharashtra, India: GI Tag Noo. 255 of 2016: A Special Postal Cover (SPC) issued by the Department of Posts, Maharashtra Postal Circle: Date/Year of SPC issued: 13.08.2021

11) "Solapur Pomegranate", Maharashtra, India: GI Tag No.502 oof 03.06.2016: A Special Postal Cover (SPC) issued by the Department of Posts, Maharashtra Postal Circle: Date/Year of SPC issued: 13.08.2021

12) "AFMC Pune Graduate Wing", Maharashtra, India: Diamond Jubilee Celebrations (04.08.1962-04.08.2022): A Special Postal Cover (SPC) issued by the Department of Posts, Maharashtra Postal Circle: Date/Year of SPC issued: 04.08.2022

13) "Pune Zilla Parishad", Maharashtra, India: Diamond Jubilee Celebrations (1962-2022): A Special Postal Cover (SPC) issued by the Department of Posts, Maharashtra Postal Circle: Date/Year of SPC issued: 15.08.2021

14) "India wins at Tokyo Olympics", India: A Special Postal Cover (SPC) issued by the Department of Posts, Maharashtra Postal Circle: Date/Year of SPC issued: 29.08.2021

15) "Towers of Light & Faith", Maharashtra Postal Circle, Goa Region, India: A set of ten Post Cards issued depicting prominent places of Light & Faith in Goa: Post Card Pack: Year of Pack issue: 2022

16) "BAPU AND PUNE", India: A Special Postal Cover (SPC) issued by the Department of Posts, Maharashtra Postal Circle depicting the Aga Khan Palace, Yerawada Jail and the National Institute of Naturopathy, all places associated with Mahatma Gandhi: Date/Year of SPC issued: 02.10.2022

17) The Solar System: A set of eight Stamps of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) denomination each, depicting the eight planets - Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Neptune & Uranus, brought out by India Post on 20.03.2018

18) The "Strange Case" of the missing "Solar System Stamps" set from the Department of Posts, India or India Post even after 6 months have passed

19) Planets of our Solar System: A Philatelic Presentation Pack (PP) compiled by Maharashtra Postal Circle of India Post: a) Introduction to our Solar System: b) The Eight Planets: Date of PP compilation: 21.06.2022

20) Myristica Swamps, Unique Ecosystem -- International Day of Forests, India: A Special Cover (SC) brought out by Maharashtra Postal Circle of India Post: i) i) International Day of Forests: ii) Myristica Swamps: date of Special Cover issue: 21.03.2022

21) Biodiversity in Goa, India: "Philatelic Exhibition - GOAPEX - 2021 held from 30/11 to 02/12": Maharashtra Postal Circle of India Post has brought out this Special Cover (SC) from its Panaji Post Office showcasing winning exhibits in a Photography Competition held before the Postal Exhibition: Date/Year of Special Cover issue: 02.12.2021

22) "NATIONAL UNITY DAY -EK BHARAT SHRESHTRA BHARAT - SARDAR VALLABHBHAI PATEL", India: Maharashtra Postal Circle has brought out this Special Cover (SC) from its Birla House, Mumbai Post Office: Date/Year of Special Cover issue: 31.10.2022

Links to posts on Special Covers (SCs) brought out by Lucknow Postal Circle of India Post:

1) Banaras Wood Carving, India: Uttar Pradesh Postal Circle of India Post has issued this Special Cover (SC) depicting the popular Wood Carving Works of Banaras (Varanasi): Date of Special Cover issue: 23.05.2022

2) "Uttar Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (UPSRTC)", India: "50 Golden Years - (1973-2023)": Uttar Pradesh Postal Circle has brought out this Special Cover (SC) from its Lucknow Post Office: Date/Year of Special Cover issue: 04.03.2023

3) Tatya Tope (1814-1859) - India's Freedom Struggle and Contribution of Uttar Pradesh: KANPEX - 2021: Kanpur Philatelic Exhibition 2021): Uttar Pradesh Postal Circle of Indiapost has issued a Special Cover (SC) from its Kanpur Post Office: Date of Special Cover issue: 17.12.2021

4) Chandra Shekhar Azad (1906-1931) - India's Freedom Struggle and Contribution of Uttar Pradesh: "KANPEX - Kanpur Philatelic Exhibition - 2021": Uttar Pradesh Postal Circle of India Post has issued a Special Cover (SC) from its Kanpur Post Office: Date of Special Cover issue: 16.12.2021

5) Nana Sahib Dhondu Pant - Peshwa (1824-1859) - India's Freedom Struggle and Contribution of Uttar Pradesh: "KANPEX - Kanpur Philatelic Exhibition: Uttar Pradesh Postal Circle of India Post has issued a Special Cover (SC) from its Kanpur Post Office: Date of Special Cover issue: 17.12.2021

6) Aquatic Animals of Uttar Pradesh: Uttar Pradesh Postal Circle of India Post has issued a Special Cover (SC) from its Gorakhpur Post Office: Date of Special Cover issue: 05.10.2022

Links to posts on Special Covers (SCs) brought out by Chhattisgarh Postal Circle of India Post:

1) "3rd National Tribal Dance Festival - 01.11.2022 - 03.11.2022, Raipur, Chhattisgarh, India: 23rd State Foundation Day, Chhattisgarh: Chhattisgarh Postal Circle of India Post has issued a Special Cover (SC) depicting the popular Dance Festival: Date of Special Cover issue: 20.10.2022

2) "1st Barnawapara Butterfly Meet (Chhattisgarh) - 2022", India: Chhattisgarh Postal Circle has brought out this Special Cover (SC) from its Raipur Post Office highlighting 100 species of Butterflies found in Barnawapara Wildlife Sancturay: Date/Year of Special Cover issue: 08.10.2022

3) "Ramakrishna Mission Ashram, Narainpur" (Chhattisgarh), India: Chhattisgarh Postal Circle has issued a Special Cover (SC) from its Jagdalpur HO (Head Office): Date of Special Cover issue: 15.03.2021

Links to posts on Special Covers (SCs) brought out by Karnataka Postal Circle 2021 onwards:

1) World Tourism Day (2021), India: "Tourism For Inclusive Growth" Theme: Karnataka Postal Circle of India Post has issued this Special Cover (SC) on how the Tourism Sector contributes to the Sustainable Development Goals of the UN: Date od Special Cover issue: 27.09.2021

2) "Kinhal Toys", India: Karnataka Postal Circle of India Post has brought out this Special Cover (SC) from its Kinhal Post Office: Date/Year of Special Cover issue: 31.08.2021

3) "Invention of Khaki Colour at Mangaluru", India: Karnataka Postal Circle of India Post, Bengaluru has brought out this Special Cover (SC) from its Mangaluru Post Office: Date/Year of Special Cover issue: 30.10.2022

4) "Mangaluru Tiles", India: Karnataka Postal Circle has brought out this Special Cover (SC) from its Mangaluru Post Office: Date/Year of Special Cover issue:13.06.2022

5) "Honey Badger", India: 68th WildlIfe Week - 2nd to 8th October - RECOVERING KEY SPECIES FOR ECOSYSTEM RESTORATION":Karnataka Postal Corcle has brought out this Special Cover (SC) from its Kollegal Post Office: Date/Year of Special Cover issue: 13.06.2023

6) "World Thinking Day 2022: The Bharat Scouts and Guides (Karnataka)", India: Karnataka Postal Circle has brought out this Special Cover (SC) from its Bengaluru Post Office: Date/Year of Special Cover issue: 22.02.2022

7) Mangaluru Sharadhe (Mangaluru), India: Centenary Celebrations of Shree Sharada Mangaluru Sarvajanik Mahotsav - 2022: Karnataka Postal Circle has issued a Special Cover (SC) from its Mangaluru Post Office: Date of Special Cover issue: 26.09.2022

8) "World Environment Day", India: Karnataka Postal Circle has issued a Special Cover (SC) from its Bengaluru Post Office: Date of Special Cover issue: 05.06.2022

9) "Protean", (Mumbai) India: CELEBRATING 25 YEARS OF DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION", Karnataka Postal Circle of Indiapost has issued a Special Cover (SC) from its Mysuru Post Office: Date of Special Cover issue: 05.08.2022

10) Himvadi Gopalaswamy Hill, Gundlupet Taluk, Charmarajnagar: Karnataka Postal Circle has issued a Special Cover (SC) from its Gundlupet Post Office: Date of Special Cover issue: 05.08.2022

11) Karnataka Forest Development Corporation Limited (KFDC), Karnataka: Golden Jubilee Celebrations (1971-2021): Karnataka Postal Circle of India Post has issued a Special Cover (SC) from its Bengaluru Post Office: Date of Special Cover issue: 25.06.2022

12) Chandrayaan - 3 Mission, ISRO India, Karnataka: Karnataka Postal Circle of India Post has issued a Special Cover (SC) from its Bengaluru Post Office: Date of Special Cover issue: 23.08.2023

13) Gadag Zoo, Karnataka: Golden Jubilee Anniversary (1972-2022): Karnataka Postal Circle of India Post has issued a Special Cover (SC) from its Gadag City Post Office: Date of Special Cover issue: 05.01.2023

Links to Special Covers issued by Uttarakhand Postal Circle recently: 

1) "Timroo Toothache Tree" ("Zanthoxylum armatum"), India: "Basantotsav - 3, 4, 05.03.2023": Uttarakhand Postal Circle of India Post has brought out this Special Cover (SC) from its Dehradun Post Office extolling the virtues of this Tree: Date/Year of Special Cover issue: 01.12.2022

Links to Special Covers issued by Madhya Pradesh Postal Circle:

1) "The Longest Rock Painting in the World", India: Indore Region of Madhya Pradesh Postal Circle, has brought out this Special Cover (SC) from its Indore Post Office: Date/Year of Special Cover issue: 17.04.2023

2) "Nandna Prints", India: Indore Region of Madhya Pradesh Postal Circle has brought out this Special Cover from its Indore Post Office: Date/Year of Special Cover issue: 05.04.2023

Links to Posts on Special Covers issued by the Odisha Postal Circle:

1) "Shri Guru Bhagwat", India: Odisha Postal Circle of India Post has brought out this Special Cover (SC) from its Baripada Post Office: Date/Year of Special Cover issue: 01.04.2023

2) "Road Safety - Life Saving (Odisha)", India: Odisha Postal Circle has brought out this Special Cover (SC) highlighting the importance of following Road Safety Rules: Date/Year of Special Cover issue: 22.02.2021

3) Jhumar Kudmali Traditional Culture, Odisha: Odisha Postal Circle of India Post has issued a Special Cover (SC) from its Baripada Post Office: Date of Special Cover issue: 23.12.2022

Links to Posts on Special Covers issued by the North East Postal Circle:

1) "Mizo Puanchei," India: North East Postal Circle, Shillong has brought out this Special Cover (SC) from its Aizawl Post Office: Date/Year of Special Cover issue: 26.11.2021

Links to Posts on Special Covers issued by the West Bengal Postal Circle:

1) "125 Years of World's Oldest Finger Printing Bureau (West Bangal) - 1897-2023", India: West Bengal Postal Circle of India Post has brought out this Special Cover (SC) from its Kolkata Post Office: Date/Year of Special Cover issue: 13.06.2022

2) "Honey and Bees Wax Collection in Sunderbans (West Bengal)", India: "Jai Hind Philatelic Exhibition - 26.02.2021": West Bengal Postal Circle has brought out this Special Cover (SC) from its Kolkata Post Office during the Philatelic Exhibition: Date/Year of Special Cover issue: 26.02.2021

3) Celebrating the 125th Birth Anniversary of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose (Kolkata), India: Philatelic Exhibition - 06-07 February 2021: West Bengal Postal Circle has issued a Special Cover (SC) from its Kolkata Post Office: Date of Special Cover issue: 06.02.2021

4) DAMODAR VALLEY CORPORATION (DVC): 75th Year of Service (1948-2023): West Bengal Postal Circle of India Post has issued a Special Cover (SC) from its Damodar Valley Corporation Post Office: Date of Special Cover issue: 07.07.2022

5) Heritage Group of Institutions, West Bengal: Foundation Day Celebrations - 20th Anniversary (2001-2021): West Bengal Postal Circle of India Post has issued a Special Cover (SC) from its Kolkata Post Office: Date of Special Cover issue: 25.06.2022

6) Dokra Craft, West Bengal: West Bengal Postal Circle of Inda Post has issued a Special Cover (SC) from its Keshikole Post Office: Date of Special Cover issue: 26.01.2023

7) Khejuri Post Office, West Bengal: India's first Post Office was established at Khejuri in East Midnapore in 1800: West Bengal Postal Circle of India Post has issued a Special Cover (SC) from its KHEJURI Post Office: Date of Special Cover issue: 16.02.2023

Links to Posts on Special Covers issued by the Tamilnadu Postal Circle:

1) "MADURAI MEENAKSHI APPALAM", India: MADURAIPEX 16.12.2021" Golden Jubilee Celebrations (1972-2022): Tamilnadu Postal Circle has issued a Special Cover (SC) from its Madurai Post Office: Date of Special Cover issue: 16.12.2021

Links to Posts on Special Covers issued by the Haryana Postal Circle:

1) "AMBPEX - 2021 (23 to 24.09.2021)" (Ambala), India: "Distrct level Virtual Philatelic Exhibition": Haryana Postal Circle of Indapost has issued a Special Cover (SC) from its Ambala Post Office: Date of Special Cover issue: 24.09.2022

2) "AMBPEX -2021 (23 to 24.09.2021)" Ambala), India: "District level Virtual Philatelic Exhibition": Haryana Postal Circle of Indiapost has issued a Special Cover (SC) from its Ambala Post Office: Date of Special Cover issue: 24.09.2021

Links to posts on Special Covers issued by Kerala Postal Circle:

1) "Alappuzha Heritage Project" (Kerala), India: Kerala Postal Circle of Indiapost has issued a Special Cover (SC) from its Alappuzha PostOffice: Date of Special Cover issue: 20.11.2021

IPKF Operations, Sri Lanka:

1) Brig Manjit Singh, Force Commander of the Indian Peace Keeping Force (IPKF) Operations (1987-1990), Sri Lanka

Links to posts on Army Post Office (APO) issues: 

1) No. 2 Squadron AF "The Winged Arrows", Platinum Jubilee Celebrations: A Special Cover issued by 99 APO on 01.12.2016

2) 18th Battalion - The JAT Regiment- Commemorating the Golden Jubilee of its raising on 01.10.1966 at Secunderabad

3) 7 Engineer Regiment: Golden Jubilee celebration of its raising on 01.05.1966 : A Special Cover brought out by 56 APO on 05.12.2016.

4) 151 Air Defence Regiment (Self Propelled) (Chhamb): Golden Jubilee Celebrations: A Special Cover brought out by 56 APO on 05.12.2016

5) 66 Armoured Regiment: Golden Jubilee Celebrations (1966-2016). A Special Cover issued by 56 APO on 06.12.2016

6) 3 Squadron (IAF) (COBRAS): Platinum Jubilee Celebrations (1941-2016): A Special Cover brought out by 56 APO on 10.12.2016

7) 2nd Battalion The Mahar Regiment: Platinum Jubilee (1941-2016): A Special Cover brought out by 56 APO on 13.12.2016

8) The Brigade of The Guards: Commemorating the XXV BIENNIAL CONFERENCE & XI REUNION -2016: A Special Postal Cover issued by 56 APO on 21.12.2016

9) 58 Engineer Regiment: Golden Jubilee Celebrations of its raising on 14.12.1965. A Special Cover issued by the APO on 14.12.2016

10) 1 Air Formation Signal Regiment Platinum Jubilee Celebrations - 2016. A Special Cover brought out by 56 APO on 20.12.2016

11) 29 Air Defence Regiment (SAMBA): 60 years of Glorious Service : A Special Cover issued by 99 APO on 24.12.2016 

12) 102 (VC) Engineer Regiment: Celebrating the Golden Jubilee of its raising in 1965: A Special Cover issued by 99 APO on 28.12.2016

13) 130 Air Defence Regiment: Golden Jubilee Celebrations: A Special Cover issued by 56 APO commemorating the occasion on 28.01.2017

14) 3rd Battalion The Sikh Regiment: Centennial of the Battle of Hai fought on 01.02.1917 during WW I : A Special Cover issued by 56 APO on 01.02.2017

15) 27 Air Defence Missile Regiment (Amritsar Airfield): Platinum Jubilee Celebrations (75 Years) A Special Cover brought out by 56 APO on 04.02.2017

16) 237 Engineer Regiment : Golden Jubilee Celebrations ( 50 Years of Glorious Service). A Special Cover brought out by 99 APO on 11.02.2017

17) 26th Battalion The Madras Regiment: Golden Jubilee (1967-2017): A Special Cover brought out by 56 APO on 16.02.2017 

18) Tri Services Veterans: Inaugural Armed Forces Veterans day: 14.01.2017: A Special Cover issued by 56 APO on 14.01.2017: 

19) 79 Medium Regiment: Golden Jubilee Celebrations (1967-2017): A Special Cover brought out by 56 APO on 01.03.2017:

20) 176 Medium Regiment: Golden Jubilee Celebrations (1867-2017): A Special Cover issued by 56 APO

21) 125 Helicopter Squadron (GLADIATORS): Award of the President's Standard on 03.03.2017: A Special Cover issued by 56APO on 03.03.2017

22) Mechanical Training Institute, Air Force: A Special Cover issued by 56 APO on the day of  the President's Colours Presentation to the Mechanical Technical Institute on 03.03.2017

23) INS Viraat: 58 years of glorious service (of which 30 years with the Indian Navy (1987-2017): A Special Cover brought out by 56 APO on 06.03.2017

24) The Rajputana Rifles: 16th Reunion: A Special Cover brought out by 56 APO on 08.03.2017

25) 63 Engineer Regiment: Golden Jubilee Celebrations. A Special Cover brought out by 99 APO on 08.03.2017

26) First Battalion The 9th Gorkha Rifles: Bicentenary celebration: 1817-2017: A Special Cover brought out by 56 APO on 16.03.2017

27) 17th Battalion The Rajput Regiment: Platinum Jubilee Celebrations: A Special Cover brought out by 56 APO on 18.03.2017

28) Army Medical Corps: 12th Reunion & 54th Biennial (22-24.03.2017): A Special Cover issued by the 56 APO on 23.03.2017

29) No. 29, Squadron, Indian Air Force (IAF): (SCORPIOS): 60 Glorious years (1958-2018): A Special Cover brought out by 56 APO (Army Post Office) on 18.10.2018

30) No. 35 Squadron Indian Air Force (IAF): (RAPIERS): 60 Years of Rapiers (1958-2018)- "Armed to strike fast": A Special Cover brought out by 56 APO (Army Post Office) on 16.10.2018

31) The Deccan Horse: Centenary Celebrations of the Jordan Valley Day (1918-2018): A Special Cover brought out by 56 APO (Army Post Office) on 03.11.2018

32) College of Military Engineering, Pune: Platinum Jubilee Celebrations (28.09.2018):A Special Postal Cover brought out by India Post , 56 APO (Army Post Office) on 29.08.2018

33) 3rd Battalion The Rajputana Rifles: Bicentenary Celebrations (1818-2018): A Special Postal Cover brought out by India Post, 56 APO (Army Post Office) on 03.11.2018

34) 61 Cavalry: "Centenary of the Battle of Haifa (1918-2018)": A Special Postal Cover brought out by India Post (56 APO-Army Post Office) on 22.09.2018

35) 40 Field Regiment (Asal Uttar): Platinum Jubilee Celebration (1943-2018): A Special Postal Cover brought out by India Post (56 APO) on 07.09.2018

36) 131 Air Defence Regiment: Golden Jubilee Celebration (1968-2018): A Special Postal Cover brought out by India Post (56 APO) on 26.09.2018

37) 125 SATA (Surveillance And Target Acquisition) Regiment: Diamond Jubilee Celebration (1958-2018): A Special Cover brought out by India Post - 56 (APO) on 03.11.2018 

38) 22nd Battalion: The Rajput Regiment: Golden Jubilee Celebration (1966-2018): A Special Postal Cover brought out by India Post (56 APO) on 01.10.2018

39) Bogra Day, India: 56 APO (Army Post Offce) has issued a Special Cover titled - "5th Battalion of the 11th Gorkha Rifles - 50 Glorious Years - from the capture of Bogra during the 1971 Bangladesh Liberation War: Date of Special Cover issue: 03.12.2021

40) Army War College, Mhow, India: 56 APO (Army Post Office) has issued a Special Cover titled - "ARMY WAR COLLEGE, MHOW - GOLDEN JUBILEE CELEBRATIONS (1971-2021)": Date of Special Cover issue: 01/04.2021

Other posts on the Indian Armed Forces on this Blog:

1) INS Vikramaditya: Celebrating the induction of the Aircraft Carrier into the Indian Navy: A Commemorative stamp issued by India Post on 04.12.2013

2) Commemorative Stamps on "Project Rukmini"

3) The Scinde Horse: A Commemorative Stamp of 500 Paise or Rs.5/- issued by India Post on 16.11.2012 

4) Aero India 2015: Asia's Premier Air Show: A set of 10 Post cards issued by Karnataka Postal Circle, India Post in 2015. 

5) International Fleet Review - 2016 (IFR - 16) held at Vishakhapatnam   from 04.02.16 to 08.02.16: Commemorative Postage stamps issued by India Post 

6) Bicentenary of the Raising of the Poona Horse Regiment  (July 1817 - July 2017): A Commemorative 500 Paise or Rs.5/- stamp issued by India Post on 11.02.2017 

7) India's First International Fleet review held on 18.02.2001 at Mumbai 

8) Commemorating the Bicentenary of the Raising Day of the First and Third Gorkha Rifles: Commemorative stamps issued by India Post. 

30) Golden Jubilee of the Establishment of the IDSA, New Delhi: Commemorative stamps issued by India Post 

9) "Indian Coast Guard Air Station Chennai Silver Jubilee": A Special Cover issued by Tamilnadu Postal Circle of India Post on 07.03.2016 

10) Indian Naval Air Squadron 300 (INAS 300): A Special Cover issued on the Induction of MiG-29Ks and de-induction of Sea Harriers in the Squadron, by the Maharashtra Postal Circle of India Post on 11.05.2016 

11) Induction of C-130: A commemorative stamp of 500 Paise issued by India Post on 06.10.2016 

12) Did You Know Series (45): (Part I): A visit to the "Cavalry Tank Museum"(CTM) at Ahmednagar, Maharashtra India was an educational walk down memory lane of the history of various Tanks used in India and abroad over the Ages: i) The Emblem & Code of the Cavalier ii) The Visit to the CTM

13) Did You Know Series (45): (Part II): A visit to the "Cavalry Tank Museum" (CTM) at Ahmednagar, Maharashtra, India, was an educational walk down memory lane of the history of various Tanks used in India and abroad over the Ages: I) Tank variants; ii) A brief history of the valour of the valiant ment & Indian armour during the 1965 Indo-Pak War

14) Did You Know Series (45):( Part III) : A visit to the "Cavalry Tank Museum" (CTM) at Ahmednagar, Maharashtra India, was an educational walk down memory lane of the history of various Tanks used in India and Abroad over the Ages: i) History of the Indian Cavalry; ii) Some 20th Century Battle Tanks; iii) Amphibious Light Tanks

15) Did You Know Series (45):( Part IV):A visit to the "Cavalry Tank Museum"(CTM) at Ahmednagar, Maharashtra, India, was an educational walk down memory lane of the history of various Tanks unsed in India and abroad over the Ages: i) Armoured Personnel Carriers (APCs); ii) Battle Tanks, including the German Tiger (WWII) and the Centurion (used in the famous Battle of Basantar (Indo-Pak War 1971)

16) Did You Know Series (45): (Part V): The Bhima-Koregaon Mamorial Pillar (Obelisk) commemorating a Battle fought on 01.01.1818 between the Peshwa Army and the British Army as a part of the Third Anglo-Maratha War

17) Western Naval Command (WNC) Golden Jubilee Celebrations (1968-2018): A Special Postal Cover brought out by the Maharashtra Postal Circle of India Post on 12.12.2018

18) National Defence Academy, Khadakwasla, Pune: 70 Glorious Years: A Special Cover brought out by Maharashtra Postal Circle of India Post commemorating the milestone: Special Cover issue date: 16.01.2019

19) Marshal of the Indian Air Force Arjan Singh DFC (15.04.1919-16.09.2019): A 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) postage stamp brought out in his honour by India Post on 09.10.2019

20) 4th Battalion (Outram's) The Rajputana Rifles: 200th Anniversary Celebrations (1820-2020): A Postage stamp of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) brought out by India Post commemorating the milestone: Date of Stamp issue: 12.02.2020

21) "Swarnim Vijay Varsh - 1971-2021", India: Indiapost has issued a 500 Paise (or Rs.5.00) Postage Stamp commemorating the 50th Anniversary of a resounding victory of the Indian Armed Forces in the then East Pakistan and the birth of a new country - Bangladesh: Date of Stamp issue: 16.12.2021

22) "Permanent Commission to Women Officers in the Indian Army", India: India Post has issued four postage stamps of 1000 Paise (or Rs.10/-)x 2 stamps and 1500 Paise (Rs.15/-) x 2 Stamps commemorating the decision: Date of Stamp set issue: 15.01.2022

23) 225 Glorious Years 2nd Battalion The Parachute Regiment (Special Forces), India: India Post has issued a 500 Paise (Rs.5/-) postage stamp commemorating the milestone: Date of Stamp issue: 24.02.2023

24) 75 Years of 1 Central Base Post Office (CBPO), India: India Post has issued a postage stamp of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) depicting the settng up of the 1 CBPO: Date of Stamp release: 01.03.2023

25) Rashtriya Indian Military College (RIMC), Dehradun, India: Centenary Anniversary Celebrations (1922-2022): India Post has issued a 500 Paise (Rs.5/-) Postage Stamp commemorating the milestone: Date of Stamp issue: 13.03.2022

Links to posts on Mahatma Gandhi on this Blog:

1) For the Main Post titled "Honouring Mahatma Gandhi & the Martyrs of Cellular Jail, Andaman & Nicobar Islands": (please click here)

2) The Charkha or the Spinning Wheel - Bardoli Charkha and Peti Charkha

3) Prominent Events of Mahatma Gandhi's life depicted on a 5 silver coin set issued by the New Zealand Mint

4) Commemorative Postage Stamp of Rs.100/- issued on Mahatma Gandhi on Khadi Cloth for the first time ever by India Post.  

 5) 100 Years of Return of Mahatma Gandhi to India in 1915: i) Commemorative postage stamps issued by India Post ii) Commemorative coins of Rs.10/-

6) Champaran Satyagrah Centenary: (1917-2017): Three commemorative stamps issued by India Post in the denominations of Rs.5/-, Rs.10/-, and Rs.25/- on 13.05.2017: 

7) 1942 Freedom Movement in India: Platinum Jubilee (75 Years)

8) A trip to Sabarmati Ashram, Ahmedabad: A photo-journey

9) CHAMPEX-2018, Motihari (Champaran Philatelic Exhibition) held on 03-04 February 2018: A Customised Pack of two Special Covers: 1) Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Pillar Motihari: The first Special Cover contained in the Pack issued by the Bihar Postal Circle on 03.02.2018

10) CHAMPEX-2018, Motihari (Champaran Philatelic Exhibition) held on 03-04 February 2018: A Customised Pack of two Special Covers: 2) Kesaria Stupa: The second Special Cover contained in the Pack , issued by the Bihar Postal Circle on 04.02.2018 

11) CHAMPEX-2018: Champaran Satyagrah Centenary Celebrations (1917-2017): "Champaran: The Beginning of Gandhi: A set of four post cards issued by the Post Master general, North Region, Muzaffarpur during the Champaran Philatelic Exhibition-2018

12) 125th Year of Mahatma Gandhi's Pietermaritzburg Station Incident and Birth Centenary of Nelson Mandela: India-South Africa Joint Issue: A set of two stamps brought out by India Post featuring Mahatma Gandhi (2500 Paise or Rs.25/- stamp) and Nelson Mandela (500 Paise stamp or Rs.5/- stamp) issued on 26.07.2018

13) 150th Birth Anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi: A commemorative set of 7 round stamps brought out by India Post on 02.10.2018: Round Stamps are being issued for the first time in Independent India

14) "Gandhian Heritage in Modern India": A set of two Stamps in the denominations of 1500 Paise (or Rs.15/-) and 2500 Paise (or Rs.25/-) brought out by India Post on Independence Day - 15.08.2019

15) 150th Birth Anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi: A set of six octagonal stamps of 2500 Paise (or Rs.25/-) each, issued by India Post on 02.10.2019: Octagonal Stamps have been issued for the first time by India Post

16) AHIMSAPEX-2019, (AHIMSA Philatelic Exhibition) held at Lucknow GPO to celebrate Mahatma Gandhi's 150th Birth anniversary on International Day of Non-Violence (2nd October), through an exhibition on Mahatma Gandhi postal collectibles, memorabilia, issue of Special Covers et al held from 02.10.2019 to 04.10.2019

17) "Gandhi Yatra in Tamilnadu": A set of 11 inter-lined Special Covers recreates "Gandhiji's visit to Tamilnadu" brought out by the Tamilnadu Postal Circle of India Post: Special Covers issue dates: 26.07.2019 to 02.08.2019

18) "Ahimsa Parmo Dharma": A set of two postage stamps brought out by India Post commemorating the 150th Birth Anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi and highlighting his primary philosophy of achieving one's objectives through "Non-Violence": Stamp issue date: 17.06.2019

19) Mahatma Gandhi: 150th Birth Anniversary Celebrations: 1) A Rupees 150/- Silver Coin issued by the IGM, Mumbai, India in both Proof and Uncirculated Coin Qualities/Variants; Year of issue: 2019 ii) A Combo Presentation Pack from India Post containing 1 Miniature Sheet, 1 First Day Cover, 1 Brochure, 1 Commemorative Coin issued by SPMCIL and 1 booklet issued by the Ministry of Culture: Issue year :2019

20) "Mahatma Gandhi through India Postage Stamps, Coin and Booklet" - 150th Birth Anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi celebrated through this composite Album brought out by India Post, India Govt. Mint, Mumbai and Ministry of Culture, Government of India, New Delhi

21) Mahatma Gandhi (1869-1948), India: 150th Birth Anniversary: India Post has brought out a set of four postage stamps in the denominations of 500 Paise (x 2 Stamps), 1500 Paise (or Rs.15/-) and 2500 Paise (or Rs.25/-) commemorating the Birth Anniversary of the "Father of the Nation": Date od Stamp Set issue: 02.10.2020

22) "BAPU AND PUNE", India: A Special Postal Cover (SPC) issued by the Department of Posts, Maharashtra Postal Circle depicting the Aga Khan Palace, Yerawada Jail and the National Institute of Naturopathy, all places associated with Mahatma Gandhi: Date/Year of SPC issued: 02.10.2022

Maximum or Maxim Cards:

1) Did You Know series (33): 1) Maxim or Maximum Cards 2) A set of 5 Maximum Cards issued by the Department of Posts, India to commemorate the 150th Anniversary of the Establishment of the High Court of Judicature at Allahabad 

2) Orchids: A set of six Maxim or Maximum Cards issued by the Karnatala Postal Circle, India Post on 08.08.2016

3) Exotic Birds: A set of six Maxim Cards issued by India Post on 05.12.2016 

4) Nature: India: A set of six Maxim Cards issued by India Post on 25.01.2017 

5) Headgears of India: A set of 16 Maxim Cards issued by Chennai Postal Circle of India Post on 10.02.2017 

6) Means of Transport through the Ages: A set of 20 Maxim Cards issued by India Post on 25.03.2017: 

7) Hill Forts of Rajasthan, India: UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India - I: A set of six Maxim Cards issued by the National Philatelic Museum, New Delhi covering the Hill Forts of Rajasthan: Maxim Cards issue date: 29.12.2018

8) UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India - II: Maxim or Maximum or Maxi Cards issued by India Post depicting five Nature Reserves - Nanda Devi and Valley of Flowers National Parks, Western Ghats, Manas Wildlife Sanctuary, Great Himalayan National Park: Date of Maxim Cards issue: 16.03.2020

9) Monuments of Delhi Maxim Cards on Khadi: A Set of 5 (Five) Maxim Cards issued by Delhi Postal Circle of India Post on 29.01.2021

10) Indian Embroideries, Maxim Cards: A set of 12 (Twelve) Maxim Cards issued by Delhi Postal Circle of India Post on 29.01.2021

Special Stamp Packs/Books:

1) Railways Pack: A set of four stamps issued in 1987 commemorating the Centenary of the South Eastern Railways and a set of stamps issued in 1993 commemorating Mountain Railways

2) Gems & Jewellery Pack: A set of six stamps issued by India Post on 07.12.2000 at INDIPEX- ASIANA

3) Paintings Pack: A set of nine stamps i) 4 on "Ritu-rang" paintings issued on 13.03.1996 ii) 5 on "Madhubani - Mithila" paintings issued on 15.10.2000 by India Post

4) Temples Pack: A set of four stamps issued on 22.12.2001 on Temple architecture; A set of four stamps issued on 21.01.2012 on Buddha Mahotsav; iii) A set of 2 Stamps issued on 07.12.2016 on Akshardham Temple, New Delhi

5) Tribal Dances - Valar, Kayang, Hozagiri & Velakali: A set of four Stamps issued on 30.04.1991 by India Post put together in this album by the National Philatelic Museum, New Delhi

6) Beaches of India - Gopalpur-on-Sea, Kovalam, Anjuna and Bogmalo Beaches: A set of four Stamps issued by India Post on 11.08.1997 during INDEPEX'97 held at New Delhi from 15-22 December 1997 (World Philatelic Exhibition)

7) TREES: The Sentinels of Nature: (Part I): Indian Postage Stamps released at various points of time from 11.12.1954 onwards till 28.12.1982 compiled by India Post in a booklet of 36 Stamps: The first 12 Stamps in the Booklet:

8) Trees: The Sentinels of Nature: (Part II): Indian Postage stamps released at various points of time from 11.12.1054 onwards till 28.12.1982 compiled by India Post in a booklet of 36 Stamps: The next 12 Stamps in the Booklet (Nos. 13-24):

9) TREES: The sentinels of Nature: (PartIII): Indian Postage stamps released at various points of time from 11.12.1954 onwards till 28.12.1982, depicting trees, compiled by India Post in a booklet of 36 stamps: The last 12 stamps in the booklet (numbering 25-36):

10) "Animals", Nature Through India Postage Stamps Booklet, India: (Part One) - covers Indian stamps on Animals from 01.10.1962 to 31.05.2007

11) "Marine Life", Nature Through India Postage Stamps Booklet, India: (Part Two) - covers Indian Stamps on Marine Life from 04.03.1991 to 02.08.2001

12) "Birds", Nature Through India Postage Stamps (Part Three) - covers Indian Stamps on Birds from 31.12.1968 to 05.10.2006

13) "Butterflies", Nature Through India Postage Stamps Booklet, India: (Part Four) - covers Indian stamps on Butterfliies from 20.10.1981 to 02.01.2008

14) "Flowers & Trees", Nature Through India Postage stamps Booklet, India: (Part Five) - covers Indian Stamps on Flowers & Trees from 27.12.1976 to 07.02.2007

Links to Posts on Our Solar System:

1) Did You Know Series (34): World Stamp Show NY 2016, being held at Javits Centre, New York from 28.05.2016 to 04.06.2016

2) The Solar System: A set of eight Stamps of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) denomination each, depicting the eight planets - Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Neptune & Uranus, brought out by India Post on 20.03.2018

3) The "Strange Case" of the missing "Solar System Stamps" set from the Department of Posts, India or India Post even after 6 months have passed

4) Planets of our Solar System: A Philatelic Presentation Pack (PP) compiled by Maharashtra Postal Circle of India Post: a) Introduction to our Solar System: b) The Eight Planets: Date of PP compilation: 21.06.2022

Links to posts on Mahatma Gandhi on this Blog:

1) For the Main Post titled "Honouring Mahatma Gandhi & the Martyrs of Cellular Jail, Andaman & Nicobar Islands": (please click here)

2) The Charkha or the Spinning Wheel - Bardoli Charkha and Peti Charkha

3) Prominent Events of Mahatma Gandhi's life depicted on a 5 silver coin set issued by the New Zealand Mint

4) Commemorative Postage Stamp of Rs.100/- issued on Mahatma Gandhi on Khadi Cloth for the first time ever by India Post.  

 5) 100 Years of Return of Mahatma Gandhi to India in 1915: i) Commemorative postage stamps issued by India Post ii) Commemorative coins of Rs.10/-

6) Champaran Satyagrah Centenary: (1917-2017): Three commemorative stamps issued by India Post in the denominations of Rs.5/-, Rs.10/-, and Rs.25/- on 13.05.2017: 

7) 1942 Freedom Movement in India: Platinum Jubilee (75 Years)

8) A trip to Sabarmati Ashram, Ahmedabad: A photo-journey

9) CHAMPEX-2018, Motihari (Champaran Philatelic Exhibition) held on 03-04 February 2018: A Customised Pack of two Special Covers: 1) Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Pillar Motihari: The first Special Cover contained in the Pack issued by the Bihar Postal Circle on 03.02.2018

10) CHAMPEX-2018, Motihari (Champaran Philatelic Exhibition) held on 03-04 February 2018: A Customised Pack of two Special Covers: 2) Kesaria Stupa: The second Special Cover contained in the Pack , issued by the Bihar Postal Circle on 04.02.2018 

11) CHAMPEX-2018: Champaran Satyagrah Centenary Celebrations (1917-2017): "Champaran: The Beginning of Gandhi: A set of four post cards issued by the Post Master general, North Region, Muzaffarpur during the Champaran Philatelic Exhibition-2018

12) 125th Year of Mahatma Gandhi's Pietermaritzburg Station Incident and Birth Centenary of Nelson Mandela: India-South Africa Joint Issue: A set of two stamps brought out by India Post featuring Mahatma Gandhi (2500 Paise or Rs.25/- stamp) and Nelson Mandela (500 Paise stamp or Rs.5/- stamp) issued on 26.07.2018

13) 150th Birth Anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi: A commemorative set of 7 round stamps brought out by India Post on 02.10.2018: Round Stamps are being issued for the first time in Independent India

14) "Gandhian Heritage in Modern India": A set of two Stamps in the denominations of 1500 Paise (or Rs.15/-) and 2500 Paise (or Rs.25/-) brought out by India Post on Independence Day - 15.08.2019

15) 150th Birth Anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi: A set of six octagonal stamps of 2500 Paise (or Rs.25/-) each, issued by India Post on 02.10.2019: Octagonal Stamps have been issued for the first time by India Post

16) AHIMSAPEX-2019, (AHIMSA Philatelic Exhibition) held at6 Lucknow GPO to celebrate Mahatma Gandhi's 150th Birth anniversary on International Day of Non-Violence (2nd October), through an exhibition on Mahatma Gandhi postal collectibles, memorabilia, issue of Special Covers et al held from 02.10.2019 to 04.10.2019

17) "Gandhi Yatra in Tamilnadu": A set of 11 inter-lined Special Covers recreates "Gandhiji's visit to Tamilnadu" brought out by the Tamilnadu Postal Circle of India Post: Specia Covers issue dates: 26.07.2019 to 02.08.2019

18) "Ahimsa Parmo Dharma": A set of two postage stamps brought out by India Post commemorating the 150th Birth Anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi and highlighting his primary philosophy of achieving one's objectives through "Non-Violence": Stamp issue date: 17.06.2019

19) Mahatma Gandhi, India: 150th Birth Anniversary: India Post has brought out a set of four Postage Stamps in the denominations of 500 Paise (x2 Stamps), 1500 Paise (or RS.15/-) and 2500 Paise (or Rs.25/-)commemorating the Birth Anniversary of the "Father of the Nation": Date of Stamp Set issue: 02.10.2020

Some posts on Banks on this Blog:

1) Celebrating 200 years of exciting heritage of State Bank of India

2) Celebrating 75 Years of Reserve Bank of India in 2010 

3) Standard Chartered Bank (SCB): Commemorating 150 Years of SCB in India in 2008 

4) State Bank of Mysore (SBM): A Special Cover issued by Karnataka Postal Circle of India Post on 16.12.2016 

5) Central Bank of India: A Commemorative stamp of 500 Paise or Rs.5/- celebrating the Centenary of the establishment of the Bank brought out by India Post on 23.12.2010 

6) Punjab National Bank: Celebrating the 125th Anniversary milestone (1895-2019) with the issue of a 500 Paise (or a Rs.5/-) Stamp by India Post on 12.04.2019

7) Union Bank of India: "Centenary Year Celebration (2018-19)": A Special Cover brought out by the Maharashtra Postal Circle of India Post on 11.11.2018

Links to posts on stamps on six  Hill Forts of Rajasthan (UNESCO World Heritage Sites):

1) Amer or Amber Fort (Stamp 1): Hill Forts of Rajasthan Stamp Series: A set of six postage stamps issued by India Post on 29.12.2018

2) Chittorgarh Fort: (Stamp 2): Hill forts of Rajasthan Postage Stamp Series: A setof six stamps issued by India Post commemorating the Hill Forts of Amer, Kumbhalgarh, Jaisalmer, Gagron, Chittorgarh and Ranthambore: Stamps issued on 29.12.2018

3) Kumbhalgarh Fort: (Stamp 3): Hill Forts of Rajasthan Postage Stamp Series: A set of six stamps commemorating the Hill Forts of Amer, Kumbhalgarh, Jaisalmer, Gagron, Chittorgarh and Ranthambore: Stamps issued on 29.12.2018

4) Jaisalmer fort: (Stamp 4): Hill Forts of Rajasthan Stamps Series: A set of six postage stamps commemorating the Hill Forts of Amer, Chittorgarh, Kumbhalgarh, Jaisalmer, Gagron and Ranthambore: Stamps issued on 29.12.2018

5) Ramthambore Fort: (Stamp 5): Hill Forts of Rajasthan Postage Stamp Series: A set of six stamps commemorating the Hill Forts of Amer, Kumbhalgarh, Jaisalmer, Gagron, Chittorgarh and Ramthambore: Stamps issued on 29.12.2018

6) Gagron Fort: (Stamp 6): Hill Forts of Rajasthan Postage Stamp Series: A set of six postage stamps commemorating the Hill Forts of Amer, Kumbhalgarh, Jaisalmer, Gagron, Chittorgarh and Ramnthambore: Stamps issued on 28.12.2018

Links to some  posts on the Forts of Maharashtra:

1) Shivneri Fort: A Special cover brought out by Philatelic Bureau, Pune and Maharashtra Postal Circle of India Post on 30.03.2017  

2) Ahmednagar Fort: A Special Cover brought out by the Philatelic Bureau, Pune and Maharashtra Postal circle of India Post on 30.03.2017

 3) Torna Fort: A Special Cover issued by Maharashtra Postal Circle of India Post on 29.03.2017

4) Sinhagad Fort: A Special Cover brought out by Maharashtra Postal Circle of India Post on 29.04.2017 

 5)"Brave Fighter Narvir Shivaji Kashid": A Special Cover issued by Maharashtra Postal Circle on 05.05.2016: includes The Defence of Panhalgarh and the legendary Battle of Pawan Khind 

6) Rohida Fort: A Special Cover brought out by Maharashtra Postal Circle of India Post on 14.07.2017

7) Pratapgad Fort: A Special Cover brought out by Maharashtra Postal Circle of India Post on 28.08.2017

8) Purandar fort: A Special Cover brought out by International Collector's Society of Rare Items and Maharashtra Postal Circle on 04.05.2017

9) Rajgad Fort: A Special Cover brought out by International Collector's Society of Rare Items & Maharashtra Postal Circle of India Post on 30.06.2017

10) Kandhar Fort, Nanded: A Special Cover brought out in MAHAPEX-2018 by Maharashtra Postal Circle on 21.01.2018

11) Lohagad Fort: A Special Cover brought out by Maharashtra Postal Circle of India Post at the Pune District Level Philately Exhibition (PUNEPEX) on 17.09.2017

12) Sajjangad Fort: A Special Cover brought out by the Maharashtra Postal Circle of India Post on 12.10.2017

13) Vasota Fort: A Special Cover brought out by the Maharashtra Postal Circle of India Post on 30.11.2017

14) Malhargad Fort: A Special Cover brought out by the Maharashtra Postal Circle of India Post on 16.12.2017

Special Stamp Packs/Books:

1) Railways Pack: A set of four stamps issued in 1987 commemorating the Centenary of the South Eastern Railways and a set of stamps issued in 1993 commemorating Mountain Railways

2) Gems & Jewellery Pack: A set of six stamps issued by India Post on 07.12.2000 at INDIPEX- ASIANA

3) Paintings Pack: A set of nine stamps i) 4 on "Ritu-rang" paintings issued on 13.03.1996 ii) 5 on "Madhubani - Mithila" paintings issued on 15.10.2000 by India Post

4) Temples Pack: A set of four stamps issued on 22.12.2001 on Temple architecture; A set of four stamps issued on 21.01.2012 on Buddha Mahotsav; iii) A set of 2 Stamps issued on 07.12.2016 on Akshardham Temple, New Delhi

5) Tribal Dances - Valar, Kayang, Hozagiri & Velakali: A set of four Stamps issued on 30.04.1991 by India Post put together in this album by the National Philatelic Museum, New Delhi

6) Beaches of India - Gopalpur-on-Sea, Kovalam, Anjuna and Bogmalo Beaches: A set of four Stamps issued by India Post on 11.08.1997 during INDEPEX'97 held at New Delhi from 15-22 December 1997 (World Philatelic Exhibition)

7) TREES: The Sentinels of Nature: (Part I): Indian Postage Stamps released at various points of time from 11.12.1954 onwards till 28.12.1982 compiled by India Post in a booklet of 36 Stamps: The first 12 Stamps in the Booklet:

8) Trees: The Sentinels of Nature: (Part II): Indian Postage stamps released at various points of time from 11.12.1054 onwards till 28.12.1982 compiled by India Post in a booklet of 36 Stamps: The next 12 Stamps in the Booklet (Nos. 13-24):

9) TREES: The sentinels of Nature: (PartIII): Indian Postage stamps released at various points of time from 11.12.1954 onwards till 28.12.1982, depicting trees, compiled by India Post in a booklet of 36 stamps: The last 12 stamps in the booklet (numbering 25-36) 36

India Post Stamps on Special Mugs:

1) Black Ceramic Mug: An India-Post presentation highlighting representative Postage stamps brought out by India Post since 1963, on various WWF initiatives in India for Conservation of Endangered Fauna

2) White Ceramic Mug depicting State Bank of India, Pune Main Branch - A Walk Down History Lane

3) Did You Know series (46): "Climbing" several Mountain Peaks of the Himalayan Ranges all at the same time without "Mountain Climbing Gear" is now possible: The Himalayan Mountain Peaks and Ranges displayed as panoramic photographs on two beautiful Ceramic Mugs 

Permanent Pictorial Cancellations:

1) Permanent Pictorial Cancellations, Tamil Nadu Postal Circle, India Post: (PART I): 12 Post Cards issued from 01.01.1965 onwards till 05.01.2017 (out of a set of 37): Post Card set issue date: 31.12.2016

2) Permanent Pictorial Cancellations, Tamil Nadu Postal Circle, India Post: (Part II): 12 Post Cards issued from 01.01.1965 onwards till 05.01.2017 (out of a set of 37): Post Card set issue date: 31.12.2016

3) Permanent Pictorial Cancellations, Tamil Nadu Postal Circle, India Post: (PART III): 13 Post Cards issued from 01.01.1965onwards till 05.01.2017 (out of a set of 37): Post Card set issue date:31.12.2016 & 05.01.2017 

Links to Posts on Indian Post-Cards:

1) Historical First Day Covers on Post Cards compiled by Karnataka Postal Circle on Post Independence India

2) "Birds of the Himalayas" (Part I) - Description of 16 birds with picture postcards) 

3) "Birds of the Himalayas" (Part II) Description of 16 Birds with picture postcards)

4) "Birds of the Himalayas" (Part III) Description of 16 Birds with picture postcards)

5) Two Series of Postage Stamps issued during the reign of George V: Inauguration of New Delhi in 1931 and Silver Jubilee of the reign of George V in 1935 compiled by Karnataka Postal Circle   

6) Aero India 2015: Asia's Premier Air Show: A set of 10 Post cards issued by Karnataka Postal Circle, India Post in 2015. 

7) Himalayan Lakes: Chandratal, Roop Kund, Sela, Tsangu and Tsomo Riri: A set of five post cards issued by India Post in 2015 

8) Incredible India Part I): A set of Post Cards issued by India Post in 2015

9) Incredible India: (Part II) A set of 48 Post cards issued by India Post in 2015 

10) Incredible India: (Part III): A set of 48 Post cards issued by India Post in 2015  11) Olympic Events: A set of 12 Post cards issued by the Karnataka Postal Circle, India Post on 11.07.2016  

12) "Orchids": A set of 12 postcards issued by the Karnataka Postal Cicle of India Post, with designs inspired by 6 Stamps on Orchids issued by India Post on 21.10.1991 and 6 Stamps issued on 08.08.2016 

13) Legendary Women (of India): A set of 10 Post-cards issued by Karnataka Postal Circle of India Post in 2015 

14) Sundarban (Part I): A set of 48 Post Cards brought out by Karnataka Postal Circle of India Post in 2015 

15) Sundarban (Part II): A set of 48 Post cards brought out by Karnataka Postal Circle of India Post in 2015 

16) Sundarban (Part III): A set of 48 Post Cards brought out by Karnataka Postal Circle of India Post in 2015 

17) Football Legendaries: A set of 18 Postcards issued by Karnataka Postal Circle of India Post in 2015 

18) Wild India - Mammals: Part I): A set of 48 Post Cards issued by Karnataka Postal Circle of India Post in 2015 

19) Wild India - Mammals (Part II): A set of 48 Post Cards issued by Karnataka Postal Circle of India Post in 2015 

20) Wild India - Mammals Part III): A set of 48 Post Cards issued by Karnataka Postal Circle of India Post in 2015 

21) Butterflies of India (Part I): A set of 48 Post Cards issued by Karnataka Postal Circle of India Post in 2016 

22) Butterflies of India (Part II): A set of 48 Post Cards issued by Karnataka Postal Circle of India Post in 2016 

23) Butterflies of India (Part III): A set of 48 Post Cards issued by Karnataka Postal Circle of India Post in 2016 

24) Beetles: A set of five stylised Post Cards issued by the Chennai Postal Circle of India Post

25) Endangered Species (Birds): (Part I) Greater Adjutant Stork: A set of four picture Post Cards issued by India Post

26) Endangered (Bird) Species: (Part II) The Lesser Florican: A set of four post cards issued by India Post 

27) Panchmahal, Fatehpur Sikri: A 50 Paise stamp Post Card

28) Endangered (Bird) Species: Manipur Bush Quail: A set of four Picture Post Cards issued by India Post

29) Endangered (Bird) Species: Nilgiri Laughing Thrush: A set of four Picture Post Cards issued by India Post

30) CHAMPEX-2018: Champaran Satyagrah Centenary Celebrations (1917-2017): "Champaran: The beginning of Gandhi": A set of four post cards issued by the Postmaster General, North Region, Muzaffarpur, during Champex - 2018 "Champaran Philately Exhibition-2018")

31) "Towers of Light & Faith", Maharashtra Postal Circle, Goa Region, India: A set of ten Post Cards issued depicting prominent places of Light & Faith in Goa: Post Card Pack: Year of Pack issue: 2022

32) Planets of our Solar System: A Philatelic Presentation Pack (PP) compiled by Maharashtra Postal Circle of India Post: a) Introduction to our Solar System: b) The Eight Planets: Date of PP compilation: 21.06.2022

Commemorative Stationeries:

1) Commemorative Stationeries (Part 1): Mumbai GPO: A set of five Envelopes, Inland Letter Cards and Post Cards brought out by India Post on 09.10.2017 (World Postal Day) on 5 Heritage Post Offices from all over India 

2) Commemorative Stationeries: (Part-2): Kolkata GPO: A set of five Envelopes, Inland Letter cards and Post Cards brought out by India Post on 09.10.2017 (World Postal Day), commemorating five Heritage Post Offices from all over India 

3) Commemorative Stationeries: (Part - 3): Shimla GPO: A set of five Envelopes, Inland Letter cards and Post Cards brought out by India Post on 09.10.2017 (World Postal Day) commemorating five Heritage Post Offices from all over India

4) Commemorative Stationeries: (Part - 4): Patna GPO: A set of five Envelopes, Inland Letter Cards and Post Cards brought out by India Post on 09.10.2017 (World Postal Day) commemorating five Heritage Post Offices from all over India

5) Commemorative Stationeries: (Part - 5): Delhi GPO: A set of five Envelopes, Inland Letter Cards and Post Cards brought out by India Post on 09.10.2017 (World Postal Day) commemorating five Heritage Post Offices from all over India

  Maximum or Maxim Cards:

1) Did You Know series (33): 1) Maxim or Maximum Cards 2) A set of 5 Maximum Cards issued by the Department of Posts, India to commemorate the 150th Anniversary of the Establishment of the High Court of Judicature at Allahabad 

2) Orchids: A set of six Maxim or Maximum Cards issued by the Karnatala Postal Circle, India Post on 08.08.2016

3) Exotic Birds: A set of six Maxim Cards issued by India Post on 05.12.2016 

4) Nature: India: A set of six Maxim Cards issued by India Post on 25.01.2017 

5) Headgears of India: A set of 16 Maxim Cards issued by Chennai Postal Circle of India Post on 10.02.2017 

6) Means of Transport through the Ages: A set of 20 Maxim Cards issued by India Post on 25.03.2017: 

7) Hill Forts of Rajasthan, India: UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India - I: A set of six Maxim Cards issued by the National Philatelic Museum, New Delhi covering the Hill Forts of Rajasthan: Maxim Cards issue date: 29.12.2018

8) UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India - II: Maxim or Maximum or Maxi Cards issued by India Post depicting five Nature Reserves - Nanda Devi and Valley of Flowers National Parks, Western Ghats, Manas Wildlife Sanctuary, Great Himalayan National Park: Date of Maxim Cards issue: 16.03.2020

9) Monuments of Delhi Maxim Cards on Khadi: A Set of 5 (Five) Maxim Cards issued by Delhi Postal Corcle of India Post on 29.01.2021 

10) Indian Embroideries, Maxim Cards: A set of 12 (Twelve) Maxim Cards issued by Delhi Postal Circle of India Post on 29.01.2021

"My Stamps" Albums:

1) "Ajanta & Ellora Caves": "MyStamps" (issued by India Post): Sumita and Rajeev

 2) "Ghats of Varanasi": "MyStamps" (issued by India Post): Sumita

3) "Sun Temple, Konark": "MyStamps" (issued by India Post): Rajeev 

4) "Fairy Queen": "MyStamps" (issued by India Post): Rajeev 

5) "Mahabodhi Temple": "MyStamps" (issued by India Post): Rajeev 

  

 6) "Port Blair Island": "My Stamps" (issued by India Post): Rajeev

7) State Bank of India, Hyderabad Branch celebrated the 150th Anniversary of its establishment with the issue of a Corporate Stamp of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) by India Post on 19.12.2018

Registered Post Envelopes:

1) Rock cut Rathas at Mahabalipuram: Self embossed stamp of 50 Paise on the envelope

Links to Commemorative Stamps Posts on Indian Stamps issued during 2023:

1) Major Durga Mall (1913-1944), India: India Post has issued a Commemorative postage stamp of 500 Paise (Rs.5/-) in honour of this Brave Officer of the Azad Hind Fauj of Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose, who was martyred in the cause of the Freedom Fight: Date of Stamp issue: 23.01.2023

2) General K.S. Thimayya, 6th Chief of Army Staff (1956-1961), India: India Post has issued a postage stamp of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) remembering his contributions to the Defence of the Nation: Date of postage stamp issue: 04.02.2023

3) "Surakshit Jayen, Prashikshit Jayen" ("Go Safe, Go Trained"), Inda: India Post has issued a postage stamp of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) highlighting the Ministry of External Affairs (Government of India (GOI) initiative to safeguard the interests of potential migrant to other countries: Date odf Stamp issue: 09.01.2023

4) Ram Chandra Maharaj, Fatehgarh, Uttar Pradesh, India: 150th Birth Anniversary (1873-2023): India Post has issued a postage stamp of 500 Paise (Rs.5/-) honouring the first spiritual master (or the Adi-Guru) of the Sahaj Marg of Raj Yoga Meditation: Date/Year of Stamp issue: 02.02.2023

5) Bridal Costumes of India: India Post has issued a set of 8 postage stamps of 2500 Paise (or Rs.25/-) each depicting various Bridal Costumes prevalent all over India: Date of Stamp Set issue: 12.02.2023

6) 225 Glorious Years 2nd Battalion The Parachute Regiment (Special Forces), India: India Post has issued a 500 Paise (Rs.5/-) postage stamp commemorating the milestone: Date of Stamp issue: 24.02.2023

7) International Year of Millets (IYM), India: India Post has issued a postage stamp of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) commemorating The International Year of Millets ("Shree Anna"): Date/Year of Stamp issue: 16.03.2023

8) Geographical Indications (GIs), India: India Post has issued a Souvenir Stamp Sheet of 12 postage stamps of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) each commemorating some Geographical Indications of India: Date/Year of Stamp set issue: 13.02.2023

9) Dayanand Saraswati, Vedic Preacher, Nationalist, Political & Social Reformer, India: India Post has issued a postage stamp of 500 Paise (Rs.5/-) honouring his legacy: Date of Stamp issue: 07.04.2023

10) Diamond Jubilee of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) - 1963-2023, India: India Post has issued a postage stamp of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) celebrating the milestone: Date of Stamp issue: 03.04.2023

11) Legends of Odisha, India: Inda Post has issued a Souvenir Sheet (SS) of four stamps honouring the four legends: Date of Souvenir Sheet issued: 30.03.2023

12) Amar Nath Sehgal, Sculptor, India: "75 Years of India-Luxembourg Frendship Joint Stamp issue": India Post has issued a Souvenir Sheet (SS) bearing two stamps of 2500 Paise (Rs.25/-) each depicting the famous sculptor who made Luxembourg his second home: Date of Stamp issue: 14.03.2023

13) Gauhati High Court Platinum Jubilee (1948-2023), India: India Post has issued a postage stamp of 500 Paise (Rs.5/-) depicting the milestone: Date of Stamp issue: 05.04.2023

14) "World Wildlife Day", Ahmedabad: Gujarat Postal Circle of India Post has issued a Special Cover (SC) celebrating the International Day for all the World's Wild Flora and Fauna: Date of Special Cover issue: 03.03.2023

15) 75th Year of Indian Army Day, India: India Post has released a postage stamp of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) to commemorate the milestone: Date of Stamp issue: 19.04.2023

16) "Mann Ki Baat" - 100th Episode, India: India Post has issued a Postage Stamp of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) commemorating the 100th Epidode of this unique People's Connect Programme which spans the length and breadth of the country: Date of Stamp issue: 26.04.2023

17) New Parliament Complex (NPC), India: India Post has issued a Commemorative Postage Stamp (CPS) of 7,500 Paise (or Rs.75/-) on the NOC which is designed and built entirely in India and reflects Indian Heritage from every part of the country: Date/Year of Stamp issue: 28.05.2023

18) "250th Birth Anniversary of Raja Ram Mohan Roy (1772-1833)", The "Father of the Bengal Renaissance", India: India Post has issued a postage stamp of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) on the prominent Social Reformer: Date/Year of Stamp issue: 22.05.2023

19) Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav (AKAM), India: India Post has issued a 500 Paise (Rs.5/-) postage stamp highlighting the initatives taken by the Government of India (GOA) under the programme: Date/Year of Stamp issue: 11.02.2023

20) "Parshuram", India: India Post has issued a postage stamp of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) on Parshuram, the great warrior sage of Ancient India: Date of Stamp issue: 19.03.2023

21) 75 Years of 1 Central Base Post Office (CBPO), India: India Post has issued a postage stamp of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) depicting the settng up of the 1 CBPO: Date of Stamp release: 01.03.2023

22) SCO Council of Heads of State - 2023 Meeting held on 04.07.2023, under the Chairmanship of India: India Post has issued a postage stamp of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) commemorating the event: Date of Stamp issue: 15.06.2023

23) Raj Bhavan, (Lucknow), Uttar Pradesh, India: 225th Year Anniversary (1798-2023): India Post has issued a postage stamp of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) commemorating the grand building built by Major General Claude Martin: Date of Stamp issue: 20.06.2023

24) G20 Leader's Summit, New Delhi 2023, India: India Post has issued a Souvenir Sheet (SS) of two stamps of 2000 Paise (or Rs.20/-) each commemoratibng the G20 Leader's Summit in New Delhi: Date of Souvenir Sheet issue: 26.07.2023

25) Dada J P Vaswani (02.08.1918-12.07.2018), India: India Post has issued a postage stamp of 500 paise (or Rs.5/-) commemorating this great spiritual leader: Date of Stamp issue: 12.09.2023

Links to other Commemorative Stamps Posts on Indian Stamps issued during 2022:

1) "50 Years of Full Statehood of Manipur, India": India Post has issued a postage stamp of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) commemorating the milestone: Date of Stamp issue: 21.01.2022

2) "50 Years of full Statehood of Meghalaya, India": India Post has issued a postage stamp of 500 Paise (or Rs. 5/-) commemorating the milestone: Date of Stamp issue: 21.01.2022

3) "50 Years of full Statehood of Tripura, India: India Post hasissued a postage stamp of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) commemorating the milestone: Date of Stamp issue:21.01.2022

4) "Permanent Commission to Women Officers in the Indian Army", India: India Post has issued four postage stamps of 1000 Paise (or Rs.10/-)x 2 stamps and 1500 Paise (Rs.15/-) x 2 Stamps commemorating the decision: Date of Stamp set issue: 15.01.2022

5) International Crop Research Institute for Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT), India: 50th Anniversary Celebrations (1972-2022): IndiaPost has issued a postage stamp of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-): Date of Stamp issue: 05.02.2022

6) Delhi Police, India: Platinum Jubilee Celebrations (1947-2022): India Post has issued a postage stamp of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-): Date of Stamp issue: 16.02.2022

7) COVAXIN, India: India Post has issued a postage stamp of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) highlighting the first Indian home grown vaccine to combat the Wuhan Virus Pandemic (also known as "COVID-19) by WHO) disease: Date of Stamp issue: 16.01.2022

8) 50 Years of Arunachal Pradesh, India: India Post has issued a postage stamp of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) commemoratinf the milestone: Date of Stamp issue: 20.02.2022

9) 75 Years of Indian Independence and 50 Years of the formation of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), India: A Joint issue brought out by India Post and the UAE celebrating the two milestones: Date of Joint Stamp issue:18.02.2022

10) "Presidential Fleet Review - 2022, Vishakhapatnam", India: India Post has issued a Postage stamp of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) commemorating the Fleet Review : Date of Stamp issue: 21.02.2022

11) Rashtriya Indian Military College (RIMC), Dehradun, India: Centenary Anniversary Celebrations (1922-2022): India Post has issued a 500 Paise (Rs.5/-) Postage Stamp commemorating the milestone: Date of Stamp issue: 13.03.2022

12) 36th International Geological Congress, India: India Post has issued a set of two Postage Stamps titled "Himalaya" (1000 Paise) and "Amethyst" (500 Paise) on the occasion of the Virtual Conference: Date of Stamp set issue: 20.03.2022

13) India and Turkmenistan - 30 Years of Partnership, India: India Post has issued two Postage Stamps of 2500 Paise (or Rs.25/-) each depicting Cultural, Art and Dance Form exchanges between the two countries: Date of Stamps issue: 03.04.2022

14) Pandurang Vaman Kane (07.05.1880 - 18.04.1972) Indologist & Sanskrit Scholar, India: 150th Death Anniversary Commemoration: India Post has issued a Postage Stamp of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) honouring him: Date of Stamp issue: 18.04.2022

15) Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji (1621-1675), India: 400th Birth Anniversary: A postage stamp of 2,500 Paise (Rs.25/-) commemorates the birth Anniversary of the Ninth Guru of the Sikhs: Date of stamp issue: 21.04.2022

16) University of Delhi, India: Centenary Celebrations - (1922-2022): India Post has issued a Stamp of 1,000 Paise (or Rs.10/-) celebrating the milestone: Dte of stamp issue: 01.05.2022

17) "Mumbai Samachar", India: Bicentenary Anniversary (1822-2022): India Post has issued a postage stamp of 500 Paise (Rs.5/-) commemorating the milestone of Asia's oldest published newspaper: Date of Stamp issue: 14.06.2022

18) "Journey of the National Flag", India: India Post has issued a postage stamp of 7500 Paise (or Rs.75/-) recounting this remarkable journey of the Indian Tricolour: Date of Stamp issue: 02.08.2022

19) 44th FIDE Chess Olympiad, Chennai - 2022, India: India Post has issued a postage stamp of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) commemorating the Chess Tournament organised in Chennai from 28.07.2022 to 10.08.2022: Date of Stamp issue: 20.07.2022

20) "Right to Free Legal Aid", India: India Post has issued a postage stamp of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) highlighting this aspect of a "Welfare State" as envisaged by the Directive Principles of state Policy: Date of Stamp issue: 20.07.2022

21) "Karpatri Maharaj", India: India Post has issued a postage stamp of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) commemorating his contribution to the promotion of Vedic Religious Culture: Date of Stamp issue: 29.06.2022

22) Ondiveeran Pagadai (or "Ondiveeran"), Freedom Fighter, India: India Post has issued a postage stamp of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) honouring this legendary Freedom Fighter: Date of Stamp issue: 20.08.2022

23) Second International Tiger Forum (05.09.2022), held at Vladivostok, Russia: India Post has issued a postage stamp of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) commemorating the event: Date of stamp issue: 05.09.2022

24) Pandit Rambhau Kundgolkar Saunshi, (popularly known as "Sawai Gandharva", Hindustani Classical Vocalist, India: A Commemorative Postage stamp of 500 Paise (Rs.5/-) issued by India Post: Date/Year of Stamp issue: 11.10.2022

25) PINCODE, India: "Golden Jubilee milestone" (1972-2022): A Commemorative Postage stamp of 500 Paise (Rs.5/-) issued by India Post: Date/Year of Stamp issue: 12.10.2022

26) 90th General Assembly of INTERPOL, New Delhi (18-21.10.2022), India: India Post has issued a Commemorative Postage Stamp of 500 Paise (Rs.5/-) celebrating the event: Date of Stamp issue: 18.10.2022

27) 150th Birth Anniversary of Vijay Vallabh Surishwer (Jain Visionary Saint), India: 150th Birth Anniversary (1870-1954): A 500 Paise (Rs.5/-) postage stamp issued by India Post: Date of Stamp issue: 26.10.2022

28) Platinum Jubilee Assam Medical College, India: India Post has issued a postage stamp of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) celebrating the milestone: Date of Stamp issue: 03,11.2022

29) Pa Togan Nengminza Sangma, Garo Hills, India: India Post has issued a postage stamp of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) on this legendary warrior of the North-East who fought against the British Raj: Date of Stamp issue: 12.12.2022

30) IIT Roorkee, India: 175th Anniversary Celebrations: India Post has issued a 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) Postage Stamp celebrating the milestone: Date of Stamp issue: 25.11.2022

31) 150th Birth Anniversary of Sri Aurobindo, India: India Post has issued a postage stamp of 15000 Paise (or Rs.150/-) on him, under the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav initiative commemorating the life of spiitual masters whose work and values resonates with the soul of India: Date of Stamp issue: 13.12.2022

32) Visaman Bapu (Spiritual Saint), India: India Post has issued a 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) postage Stamp on him: Date of Stamp issue: 31.12.2022

Links to other Commemorative Stamps Posts on Indian Stamps issued during 2021:

1) 70th Anniversary of Diplomatic Relations between India and Germany (1951-2021): Jt-issue by India Post and Postage Stamp Division, German Federal Ministry: Postage Stamps have been issued by both Postal Administrations highlighting this important milestone: Date of Jt-Stamp issue: 10.06.2021

2) Gayatri Teerth, Shantikunj, India: 50th Anniversary (1971-2021): India Post has issued a Postage Stamp of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) celebrating the milestone: Date of Stamp Issue: 20.06.2021

3) "Sholapur Martyrs": Mallappa Dhanshetti, Shrikisan Sarada, Jagannath Shinde and abdul Rasul Kurban Hussain: A stamp of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) issued by India Post: Date of Stamp issue: 02.10.

2021

4) Deccan College Bicentenary (1821-2021), Pune, India: A postage Stamp of 500 Paise (or Rs.5.00)issued by India Post to commemorate the milestone: Date of Stamp issue: 06.10.2021

5) 75 Years of Mahindra Group, India: India Post Stamp of 1200 Paise (or Rs.12.00) brought out celebrating the milestone (1945-2020): Date of Stamp issue: 01.12.2021

6) Dattopant Thengadi (Organiser, Philosopher, Litterateur), India: Birth Centenary (1920-2020): India Post has brought out a postage stamp of 500 Paise (Rs.5.00) on this great Freedom Fighter and SocialWorker, Pracharak of the Rashtriya Swayam Sevak Sangh (RSS), etal: Date of Stamp issue: 10.11.2021

7) "Swarnim Vijay Varsh - 1971-2021", India: Indiapost has issued a 500 Paise (or Rs.5.00) Postage Stamp commemorating the 50th Anniversary of a resounding victory of the Indian Armed Forces in the then East Pakistan and the birth of a new country - Bangladesh: Date of Stamp issue: 16.12.2021

8) Red Panda - The State Animal of Sikkim", India: SIKKIMPEX - 2021: A Special Cover issued by the West Bengal Postal Circle of India Post depicting the Red Panda during the above Philatelic Exhibition: Date of Special Cover issue: 29.11.2021

Links to other Commemorative Stamps Posts on Indian Stamps issued during 2020:

1) International Labour Organisation Centenary (1919-2019): A Postage Stamp of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) brought out by India Post celebrating the milestone: Date of stamp issue: 22.01.2020

2) "International Kite Festival, (Uttarayan)", Gujarat, India: A Special Cover released by Gujarat Postal Circle of India Post celebrating the Festival: Special Cover release date: 07.01.2020

3) Industrial City, Jamshedpur, India: Centenary Celebrations of setting up theIndustrial City at a small village called "Sakchi": A postage stamp of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) issued by India Post celebrates the milestone: Date of stamp issue: 17.02.2020

4) UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India - II: A set of five stamps featuring Nanda Devi and Valley of Flowers National Parks, Western Ghats, Manas Wildlife Sacctuary, Great Himalayan National Park issued by India Post: Date of stamp issue: 16.03.2020

5) Musical Instruments of Wandering Minstrels: A set of six se-tenant stamps (12 stamps) brought out by India Post on 25.06.2020

6) UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITES IN INDIA - III -"CULTURAL SITES": Sarkhej Rosa (Ahmedabad), Bom Jesus Church (Goa), Qutb Minar (New Delhi), Khajuraho Temples Comples (M.P.), Pattadakal Monuments (Karnataka): Date of Stamp set issue: 15.08.2020

7) Terracotta Temples of India: A Set of seven Stamps issued by India Post of prominent Terracotta Temples of India: Date of Stamp Set issue: 08.08.2020

8) 75 Years of the United Nations: A Postage stamp of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) issued by India Post commemorating the milestone: Date of Stamp issue: 23.10.2020

Links to other Commemorative Stamps posts on Indian stamps issued during 2019:

1) Mahamati Prannath: A 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) postage stamp issued by India Post on the great spiritualist, reformer and philosopher of the 17th Century AD: Stamp issue date: 25.01.2019

2) Financial Inclusion: A 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) postage stamp issued by India Post commemorating the financial inclusion offered to unbanked areas by the India Post & Payments Bank: Stamp issue date: 30.01.2019

3) Central Institute of Plastics Engineering & Technology (CIPET): Celebrating 50 Years of successful existence and laudable achievements of the Institute (1968-2018) with the issue of a 4,100 Paise (or Rs.41/-) Stamp by India Post on 24.01.2019

4) "Kumbh Mela", Prayagraj (or the Festival of the Sacred Pitcher): A commemorative stamp of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) brought out by India Post on 02.02.2019

5) "Aero India 2019": Asia's Premier Air Show held at Yelahanka Air Force Station, Bengaluru: A set of two Stamps issued by Indiapost of Rs.25/- and Rs.5/- on 23.02.2019

6) Indian Institute of Technology (BHU), Varanasi, India Centenary Celebrations (1919-2019): A 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) Stamp brought out by India Post on 19.02.2019

7) Punjab National Bank: Celebrating the 125th Anniversary Milestone (1895-2019 with the issue of a 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) Stamp by India Post on 12.04.2019

8) Jallianwala Bagh Massacre: Centenary Remembrance (13.04.1919 -13.04.2019): A set of two stamps issued by India Post, in honour of the Martyrs of the infamous incident which changed the course of India's Freedom Struggle from the British Raj: Stamps issue date: 13.04.2019

9) Handicrafts of India: A set of five Stamps of Rs.5/- each depicting Blue Pottery of Jaipur, Karnataka Bronzewara, Kutch Embroidery, Maddalam of Pallakkad, Sikki Grass Products of Bihar, issued by India Post on 31.12.2018

10) Union Bank of India: "Centenary Year Celebration (2018-19)": A Special Cover brought out by the Maharashtra Postal Circle of India Post on 11.11.2018

11) Indian Fashion (Series - 2): The "Sari in Myriad Forms": A set of four stamps brought out by India Post on 12.06.2016

12) Indian Perfumes: A set of 4 Stamps - 2 each on Jasmine and Sandalwood perfumes in the denominations of Rs.25/- each brought out by India Post at SINGPEX - 2019 (31/07 to 04/08/ 2019) Stamps release date : 01.08.2019

13) India-Republic of Korea Joint Issue: A set of two Stamps issued by India Post of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) and 2500 Paise (or Rs.25/-) on 31.07.2019

14) Indians in First World War (1914-1918): A set of 15 Stamps under the major heads - "Major Battle Theatres", "Air Warriors", Indian War Memorials" "Treaty of Versailles" - issued by India Post in the denominations of 500 Paise (x8 Stamps), 1000 Paise (x3 Stamps), 1500 Paise (x3 Stamps) and 2500 Paise (x1 Stamp) on 20.08.2019

15) Master Healers of AYUSH (Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha & Homoeopathy: A set of 12 stamps issued by India Post, featuring 12 path blazing visionaries in the field of healthcare: Stamp set issue date: 30.08.2019

16) "Dharmamurthi" Calavala Cunnan Chetty: Philanthropist, Educationist & setting up of several charities engaged in social service to mankind: A postage stamp of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) brought out by India Post on 24.08.2019

17) Indian Fashion - Concept to Consumer Series 3: A set of four stamps issued by India Post on 05.09.2019 

18) The Samaja: Centenary celebrations (1919-2019): One of the oldest and prominent newspapers of India/Odisha: A Commemorative stamp of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) brought out by India Post on 06.10.2019

19) Periyar Tiger Reserve: A Special Postal Cover brought out by the Kerala Postal Circle of India Post on 21.12.2018

20) India's First Insect Museum at Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu: A Special Cover brought out by the Tamil Nadu Postal Circle of India Post on 04.12.2018

21) Chandrayaan - 2 Moon Mission, India: A Special Postal Cover brought out by the West Bengal Postal Circle of India Post on 07.09.2019

22) Shri Atal Behari Vajpayee (25.12.1924-16.08.2018): Honouring a popular Prime Minister of India for three terms: A Commemorative Definitive Stamp of 200 Paise (or Rs.2/-) issued by India Post in 02/2019)

23) Olive Ridley Turtles (Lepidochelys olivacea): Uttarakannadapex 2017: A Special Cover brought out by the Karnataka Postal Circle on 17.12.2017

24) Indian Perfumes - 2: A set of four stamps of 2500 Patse (or Rs.25/-) each on Indian Perfumes issued by India Post, depicting the Agarwood & Orange Blossom Perfumes: Stamp issue date: 15.10.2019

25) International Women's Day - 2019: A Special Cover brought out by the Uttar Pradesh Postal Circle of India Post on 08.03.2019

26) Historical Gates of Indian Forts and Monuments": A set of eight Stamps issued by India Post on 19.10.2019

27) Siachen Glacier: A 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) Stamp issued by India Post on 25.10.2019

28) Guru Nanak Dev Ji 550th Parkash Purab: A set of five postage Stamps brought out by India Post depicting five select Gurudwaras - Nanak Lama Sahib, Chungthang, Darbar Sahib, Dera Baba Nanak, Gurdaspur, Janamsthan, Nankana Sahib, Ber Sahib, Sultanpur Lodhi and Nanak Jhira Sahib, Bidar: Stamp Issue date: 07.11.2019

29) Child's Rights: An India Post and UNICEF collaboration has led to the twin objectives of a) raising awareness on the subject of Child rights and b) Philately among children: Two postage stamps in the denominations of 1500 Paise (or Rs.15/-) each issued by India Post on 14.11.2019

30) 250th Rajya Sabha Session: A postage stamp of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) issued by India Post on 26.11.2019

31) "Char Dham Yatra", Uttarakhand, India: A set of four Postage stamps on Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath issued by India Post on 29.11.2019

32) "The Force Multiplier": A 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) stamp issued by India Post on 14.12.2019, which honours the yeoman service and supreme sacrifices made by the "silent warriors" and devoted trainers of the Remount Veterinary Corps (RVC)

33) Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI): A postage stamp of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) issued by India Post on 26.12.2019

34) Embroideries of India: A set of stamps issued by India Post on 19.12.2019

Links to other Commemorative Stamps posts on Indian Stamps issued during 2018:

1) ICAR-Central Plantations Crops Research Institute (ICAR-CPCRI), Kasaragod: 100 years of Coconut research: Two commemorative stamps issued by India Post on 08.01.2018

2) MAHAPEX-2018: Special Cover on Cavansite Mineral found in Wagholi, Pune Maharashtra, issued on 20.01.2018

3) MAHAPEX-2018: Special Cover issued on Irwin Bridge, Sangli on 20.01.2018

4) MAHAPEX-2018: A Special Cover issued on the Director of Accounts (Postal) Building, Nagpur on 21.01.2018

5) MAHAPEX-2018: A Special Cover issued on Kandhar Fort, Nanded on 21.01.2018

6) MAHAPEX-2018: A Special Cover issued on Chikoo from Gholwad on 22.01.2018

7) MAHAPEX-2018: A Special Cover issued on Marine drive, Mumbai on 22.01.2018

8) MAHAPEX-2018: A Special Cover issued on Tigers of the Vidarbha Reegion on 22.01.2018

9) 50th Anniversary of Asia Plateau, India (1968-2018):Celebrating Differences, Melting Divisions": A Special Cover brought out by Maharashtra Postal Circe of India Post on 17.01.2018

10) India Viet Nam Joint Issue: A set of two stamps of Rs.25/- depicting the Sanchi Stupa and Rs.5/- depicting the Pho Minh Pagoda issued by India Post on 25.01.2018

11) ASEAN-INDIA COMMEMORATIVE SUMMIT: 25 years of Cooperation and Partnership: A set of 11 Stamps brought out by India Post on 25.01.2018:

12) Potter's Wheel: A set of two Stamps issued by India Post in the denominations of Rs.15/- and Rs.5/- on 26.01.2018

13) India and Islamic Republic of Iran: Joint Issue of stamps of Rs.25/- and Rs.5/- depicting the ports od Deendayal, Kandla, India and Shahid Beheshti Port, Iran: Stamps issued on 17.02.2017

14) Auroville International Township (Golden Jubilee Celebrations - 1968 - 2018). A Commemorative stamp of 500 Paise or Rs.5/- brought out by India Post on 25.02.2018:

15) Central Industrial Security Force (CISF): Golden Jubilee Year 2018-2019:Two Commemorative Stamps in the denominations of Rs.5/- each issued by India Post on 08.03.2018:

16) The Solar System: A set of 8 Stamps depicting the 8 planets in our Solar System issued by India Post on 20.03.2018

17) Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO): Diamond Jubilee - 1958-2018: A Rs.10/-stamp issued by India Post on 11.04.2018

18) 125th Anniversary of the Goan Tiatr - 2 stamps of Rs.5/- and Rs.25/- brought out by India Post on 17.04.2017

19) Prithviraj Chauhan: A set of four stamps of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) each issued by India Post on 28.04.2018

20) Safdarjung Hospital, New Delhi: A set of two stamps (Se-tenant) of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/- each) issued by India-Post on 27.04.2018

21) CHAMPEX 2018, Motihari (Champaran Philetelic Exhibition) held on 03-04 February 2018: A Customised Pack of two Special Covers: 1) Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Pillar Motihari): The first of two Special Covers contained in the Pack: issued by Bihar Postal Circle on 03.02.2018

22) CHAMPEX-2018, Motihari (Champaran Philatelic Exhibition) held on 03-04 February 2018: A customised Pack of two Special Covers: 2) Kesaria Stupa: The second Special Cover contained in the Pack, issued by the Bihar Postal Circle on 04.02.2018

23) "World Environment Day" (5th June): India is thedesignated global host Nation for celebrating "World Environment Day" 2018, with the theme "Plastic Pollution": A set of four stamps brought out by India Post on 05.06.2018

24) India-South Africa: Joint Issue: A set of two stamps in the denominations of Rs.25/- (on Deendayal Upadhyaya) and Rs.5/- (on Oliver Reginald Tambo) issued to commemorate 20 years of strategic partnership between the two countries: Stamps issued on 07.06.2018

25) Damodar Hari Chapekar, Freedom Fighter: A 500 Paise (or Rs..5/-) stamp issued by India Post on 08.07.2018

26) 125th Year of Mahatma Gandhi's Pietermaritzburg Station Incident and Birth Centenary of Nelson Mandela: India-South-Africa Joint Issue: A set of two stamps brought out by India Post featuring Mahatma Gandhi (2500 Paise or Rs.25/-) and Nelson Mandela (500 paiseo or Rs.5/-) issued on 26.07.2018

27) Indus Valley Civilisation in Daimabad, (Maharashtra): A Special Cover brought out by the Maharashtra Postal Circle of India Post on 15.12.2017

28) Handlooms of India: (Geographical Indication-GI) Registered Handloom Products: A set of five stamps issued by India Post on five GI Registered Handloom Products of India on 08.08.2018

29) Patna University Centenary Celebrations: A Commemorative Stamp issued by India Post on 25.08.2018 in the denomination of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) celebrating the milestone

30) India-Serbia Joint Issue: A set of two stamps depicting Swami Vivekananda (Rs.25/-) and Nikola Tesla (RS.5/-) issued by India Post on 15.09.2018

31) Communal Harmony: A set of two postage stamps brought out by India Post on 14.11.2018

32) Pune Half Marathon - "Run for Swachh Bharat": A Special Cover issued by the Maharashtra Postal Circle of India Post on 07.10.2018

33) 7th Chitin and Chitosan Society Meeting, Pune - 11-13.10.2018: A Special Cover brought out by the Maharashtra Postal Circle of the Department of Posts on 11.10.2018

34) Utkal University: celebrating 75 years of establishment of the University: A 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) postage stamp issued by India Post on 27.12.2018

35) Paika Rebellion/Revolution (Paika Bidroh) in Odisha 1817-1819: Centenary of the first War of Indian Independence: A Commemorative stamp of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) brought out by India Post on 24.12.2018

36) Raj Kumar Shukla (23.08.1875 - 20.05.1929): A commemorative postage stamp of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) brought out by India Post on the freedom fighter who brought Gandhiji and his associate freedom fighters to Champaran, where Gandhiji held his first Satyagrah in India against British atrocities: Stamp issue date: 18.12.2018

37) Ustad Sabri Khan (21.05.1927-01.12.2015): A commemorative stamp of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) brought out by India Post on the "sarangi" maestro on 13.12.2018

38) Sant Gulabrao Maharaj (06.07.1881-20.09.1915): A Commemorative postage stamp of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) brought out by India Post on him on 19.12.2018

39) National Police Memorial, New Delhi: A set of two Commemorative Postage Stamps of the values of 1,500 Paise (or Rs.15/-) and 1,000 Paise (or Rs.10/-) issued by India Post on 22.12.2018

40) First Flag Hoisting at the Andaman and Nicobar Islands by Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Freedom Fighter. A set iof three stamps in the denominations of Rs.12, Rs, 22/- and R,41/- issued by India post on 30.12.2018

41) "Indian Fashion - Through the Ages: Series I": A set of four postage stamps issued by India Post on 31.12.2018

42) Neelakurinji Blooms ("Strobilanthes kunthianus"): A Special Postal Cover brought out by Kerala Postal Circle of India Post titled "Neelakurunji Bloom's in God's Own Country on 12.10.2018

43) Meenakshi Amman Temple: A Special Postal Cover brought out by the Tamil Nadu Postal Circle on the occasion of SANGAMPEX-2018 on 03.09.2018

44) Karnataka Vintage & Classic Car Club (KVCCC): A Special Cover brought out by the Karnataka Postal Circle, Bengaluru of India Post on "World Automobile Day": 29.01.2018

45) Handicrafts of India: A set of five stamps of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) each, depicting Blue Pottery of Jaipur, Karnataka Bronzeware, Kutch Embroidery, Maddalam of Palakkad, Sikri Grass Products of Bihar, issued by India Post on 31.12.2018

Links to other Commemorative Stamps posts on Indian stamps issued during 2017:

1) Splendour of India: Happy New Year: A set of 12 Stamps issued by India Post on 01.01.2017

2) 350th Prakash Utsav: Guru Gobind Singh Ji: A commemorative Stamp of Rs.10/- brought out by India Post on 05.01.2017

3) India-Portugal: Joint Issue: A set of two Stamps commemorating the   Dandiya and Pauliteiros Dances issued by India Post on 07.01.2017 

4) Dr. M.G. Ramachandran (or MGR) Birth Centenary : A Commeorative Postage stamp issued by India Post on 17.01.2017 

5) Nature: India: A set of six commemorative Stamps issued by India Post on 25.01.2017 

6) India Post Payments Bank (IPPB): A commemorative stamp of Rs.5/- brought out by India Post on 30.01.2017 

7) Headgears of India: A set of 16 stamps issued by India Post on 10.02.2017 

8) Bicentenary of the Raising of the Poona Horse Regiment  (July 1817 - July 2017): A Commemorative 500 Paise or Rs.5/- stamp issued by India Post on 11.02.2017 

9) Centenary of Ramjas College: A Commemorative Stamp of 500 Paise or Rs.5/- brought out by India Post on 13.02.2017 

10) Ladybird Beetle: A set of four Stamps brought out by India Post on 23.02.2017 

11) Yogada Satsang Society of India Centennial Celebrations: A 00 Paise or Rs./ stamp issued by India Post on 07.03.2017

12) Means of Transport Through The Ages: A set of 20 stamps issued by India Post on 25.03.2017 

13) Kotmi Sonar Crocodile Reserve/Park: A Special Cover brought out by Chhattisgarh Postal Circle on 29.01.2017 during a Philatelic Exhibition titled "BILASPEX 2017" 

14) Cub Scouts: Celebrating the Centenary of the Cub Scouts Movement in India and abroad in 2016 by issuing a commemorative stamp by India Post on 30.03.2017

15) Shivneri Fort: A Special cover brought out by Philatelic Bureau, Pune and Maharashtra Postal Circle of India Post on 30.03.2017  

16) Ahmednagar Fort: A Special Cover brought out by the Philatelic Bureau, Pune and Maharashtra Postal circle of India Post on 30.03.2017 

17) World Theatre Day: A Special Cover brought out by Karnataka Postal Circle of India Post on 27.03.2017 

18) Coffee Stamp Rs.100/- (Part I) : The Strange Case of "Non-Fragrance" Wet Off-Set Stamps passed on as "Coffee Fragrance Stamps" by India post, thus defrauding/cheating its customers, released on 23.04.2017 

19) Coffee Stamp Rs.100/-: (Part II) The Strange Case of "Non-Fragrance" Wet Off-set Stamps passed on as "Coffee Fragrance Stamps" by India Post, thus defrauding/cheating its customers, released on 23.04.2017 

20) Bharat Ratna Bhimrao Ambedkar Institute of telecom Training, Jabalpur: 75 years of its establishment: A commemorative stamp issued by India Post on 22.04.2017: 

21) Logo on Leaf (Cachet): TANAPEX 2017: A Special Cover released on 05.01.2017: 

22) Traditional Sarees of Tamilnadu: TANAPEX 2017: A Special Cover released on 05.01.2017 

23) 250 Years of Thyagabrahmam or Tyagayya or Saint Thyagaraja: TANAPEX 2017: A Special Cover released on 06.01.2017

24) Thiruvarur Temple Car: TANAPEX 2017: A Special Cover released on 06.01.2017 

25) Lord Arthanareeswarar Temple, Tiruchengode:TANAPEX 2017: A Special Cover released on 06.01.2017  

26) Thanjavur Maharaja Serfoji's Sarasvati Mahal Library: TANAPEX 2017: A Special Cover released on 06.01.2017 

27) Spice of India: Turmeric: TANAPEX - 2017: A Special Cover released on 06.01.2017 

28) Legends of Tamil Cinema: 1) Samikannu Vincent 2) T.P. Rajalakshmi 3) M.G. Ramachandran : TANAPEX 2017: Three Special Covers issued on 07.01.2017   

29) "Deekshabhoomi": The place of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar's initiation into Buddhism: Two Commemorative stamps of 500 Paise or Rs.5/- denomination issued by India Post on 14.04.2017 

30) Viswanatha Satyanarayana, Tarigonda Vengamamba & Atukuri Molla: A set of 3 Stamps of 500 Paise each issued on 26.04.2017

31) Ramanujacharya: Millennium (1017-2017): 1000th Birth Anniversary: A commemorative stamp of 2500 Paise or Rs.25/- brought out by India Post on 01.05.2017 

32) Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI): A 500 Paise or Rs.5/- stamp issued by India Post on 05.05.2017   33) Champaran Satyagrah Centenary: (1917-2017): Three commemorative stamps issued by India Post in the denominations of Rs.5/-, Rs.10/-, and Rs.25/- on 13.05.2017: 

 34) Torna Fort: A Special Cover issued by Maharashtra Postal Circle of India Post on 29.03.2017

35) Sinhagad Fort: A Special Cover brought out by Maharashtra Postal Circle of India Post on 29.04.2017

36) Eminent Writers: A set of five Commemorative Stamps issued on Kishan Chander, Bhisham Sahni, Srilal Shukla, K.V. Puttappa and Balwant Gargi by India Post on 31.05.2017 

37) International Day of Forests or World Forestry Day -. A Special Cover issued by Karnataka Postal Circle of India Post on 21.03.2017 

38) Forest Research Institute , Dehradun: (19th Commonwealth Forestry Conference 3-7 April 2017): A Special cover issued by Uttarakhand Postal Circle of India Post on 03.04.2017 

39) Jhala Mann Singh (Jhala Manna): The martyr of the famous Battle of   Haldighati: A Commemorative stamp of 500 Paise or Rs.5/- issued by India Post on 18.06.2017 

40) Survey of India: 20th Anniversary Commemoration celebrated with the issue of two stamps by India post on 22.06.2017: 

41) The Passport Act, 1967: 50 Years Commemoration: A 2500 Paise or Rs.25/- stamp brought out by Indiapost on 23.06.2017  

42) Banaras Hindu University (BHU): Celebrating the Centenary of its establishment (1916-2016): Two commemorative stamps brought out by India Post on 28.06.2017 

43) Shrimad Rajchandraji: 150th Birth Anniversary Commemoration: A 500 Paise or Rs.5/- Stamp issued by India Post on 29.06.2017 

44) Freedom Movement in India (75 Years) A set of 8 stamps issued by India Post on 08.08.2017

45) The Caves of Meghalaya: A set of 4 stamps brought out by India Post on 15.08.2017

46) Beautiful India: A set of two stamps brought out by India Post on 15.08.2017

47) Vulnerable Birds - A set of 3 stamps issued by India Post on 18.09.2017

48) Diwali Festival 2017: India-Canada Joint Issue: A set of two stamps each brought out by India Post and Canada Post celebrating the Diwali festival

49) Ramayana or Ramayan: A set of 11 stamps issued by India Post on 22.09.2017

50) Rapid Action Force: Commemorating the Silver Jubilee of establishment of the RAF (CRPF) by issue of a stamp on 07.10.2017 

51) Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport: Platinum Jubilee: Stamps in the denomination of Rs.15/- and Rs.5/- issued by India Post on 15.10.2017 

52) 3 Kumaon Rifles: Commemorating the centenary of the raising of the Battalion: A Commemorative stamp issued by India Post on 23.10.2017

53) India-Russia Joint Issue: A set of two stamps (Rs.5/- and Rs.25/-) issued by India Post on 25.10.2017

54) Indian Cuisine: A set of 24 Stamps issued by India Post on 03.11.2017

55) Kavi Muddana, adikavi Nannaya & Draksharamam Bhimeswara Temple: 3 Postage stamps brought out by India Post on 01.11.2017

56) Nest: A set of two stamps issued by India Post on 14.11.2017

57) Nanaji Deshmukh: A stamp of 500 Paise denomination issued by India Post on his 101st Birth Anniversary on 11.10.2017

58) Mahabharat: A set of 18 stamps issued by India Post on the great Epic Poem on 27.11.2017

59) INS KALVARI: Celebrating 50 years of Glorious Service in the Indian Navy on 07.12.2017

60) Centenary of the Mahasamadhi of Shri Shirdi Sai Baba : A postage stamp of 500 Paise or Rs.5/- issued on 15.12.2017

61) Dadabhai Naoroji: The Grand Old Man of India: A commemorative stamp issued on him by India Post on 29.12.2017

62) Stepwells of India: A set of 16 Stamps issued by India Post on 29.12.2017

63) India-Papua New Guinea Joint Issue: Stamps of Rs. 25/- and Rs.5/- depicting their National Birds issued on 30,12,2017

64) Indian Hand Fans: A set of 16 stamps issued by India Post on 30.12.2017

65) Olive Ridley Turtles (Lepidochelys olivacea): Uttarakannadapex 2017: A Special Postal Cover brought out by the Karnataka Postal Circle, Bengaluru of India Post on 17.12.2017

66) World AIDS Day (01/12): A Special Postal Cover brought out by Maharashtra Postal Circle of India Post on 01.12.2017

Links to other Commemorative Stamps posts on Indian stamps issued during 2016

1)  Special India Post Cover  carried in a dedicated Hot Air Balloon flown  during the II International Hot Air Balloon Festival held in Pollachi, Tamilnadu, released by Tamilnadu Circle of India Post in January 2016

2) "Vibrant India": Postage Stamps issued by India Post on this theme

3) MAHAPEX - 2016 held at Nasik from 16-18.01.16: (Part 1) Spl. Covers on Pandu Leni Caves and Smt. Kusum Dhirubhai Mehta released by Maharashtra Postal Circle on 16.01.2016 

4) MAHAPEX - 2016 held at Nashik from 16-18.01.2016: (Part 2) Spl.Covers on Kalaram temple and Nashik "Grape City & Wine Capital of India" released by Maharashtra Postal Circle on 17.01.2016 

5) MAHAPEX - 2016 held at Nashik from 16-18.01.16: (Part 3) Spl. Covers on "Nashik Dhol" and "Dr. Anand Gopalrao Joshi" released by Maharashtra postal Circle on 18.01.2016 

6) International Fleet Review - 2016 (IFR - 16) held at Vishakhapatnam   from 04.02.16 to 08.02.16: Commemorative Postage stamps issued by India Post 

7) Celebrating 75 Years of setting up of the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal : Commemorative Postage Stamps brought out by India Post. 

8) PUNPEX - 16 held at Chandigarh from 06 - 09.02.2016: (Part 1): Spl. Covers on "Indian Dak Runner" & "The PUNPEX-16 logo" released by Punjab Postal Circle on 06.02.2016 

9) PUNPEX - 16 held at Chandigarh from 06-09.02.2016: (Part 2): Spl. Cover on "Butterflies of Chandigarh" released by Punjab Postal Circle on 07.02.2016 

10) PUNPEX - 16  held at Chandigarh from 06-09.02.2016: (Part 3): Spl.   Cover on "Sukhna Wildlife Sanctuary, Chandigarh" released by Punjab Postal Circle on 07.02.2016 

11) PUNPEX - 16 held at Chandigarh from 06-09.02.2016: (Part 4): Spl. Cover on "Migratory Birds of Sukhna Lake, Chandigarh" released on 07.02.2016 

12) "Gurudwara Shri Paonta Sahib": Spl. Cover released by HP Postal Circle, of India Post 

13) India's First International Fleet review held on 18.02.2001 at Mumbai 

14) "Jal Mahotsav" on the River Narmada from 12-21.02.2016: Spl Cover issued by the Department of Posts, India 

15) "Simhasth Kumbh Mahaparv", Ujjain 22.04.2016-21.05.2016: MAPPEX-2016 Spl Cover released by Postmaster General, Indore Region, India Post on 07.02.2016 

16) Unique Handicrafts of Madhya Pradesh: MAPPEX 2016: A Special Cover issued by the Postmaster General , Indore Region, Indore, on 05.02.2016 

17) Golden Jubilee of The Statesman Vintage & Classic car Rally": Special Cover issued by the Delhi Postal Circle, New Delhi on 28.02.2016 

18) Mahamaham Kumbha Mela Festival, Kumbhakonam, Tamil Nadu: February 13-22, 2016. Special Cover issued by the Postmaster General Tamilnadu Circle, Chennai, India Post. 

19) "Maharaja Agrasen ki Baoli " in New Delhi: "UTSAV 2016"- A Special cover issued by the Delhi Postal Circle on 17.02.2016 

20) Archbishop Benedict Mar Gregorios Birth Centenary celebrations : A Special Cover issued by Delhi Postal Circle, New Delhi, India Post on 15.02.2016

21) Shri Lakshmi Narayan Temple: UTSAV 2016: A Spl Cover issued on 17.02.2016 by Delhi Postal Circle, New Delhi 

22) National Science Centre Delhi: UTSAV 2016: A Spl Cover issued by the Delhi Postal Circle, New Delhi , Department of Posts, India on 16.02.2016 

23) Commemorating the Birth Centenary of Vasantrao Srinivassa Sinai Dempo: A Rs.5/- Stamp issued by  India Post on 04.03.2016 

24) 150th Anniversary of the Allahabad High Court : Commemorative Stamps & Coins issued by the Department of Posts, India & India Government Mint, Mumbai respectively 

25) National Archives of India (Part 1): 125th Anniversary Celebrations:   Commemorative Stamps issued by the Department of Posts, India on 13.03.2016 

26) The Gilgit Record (Manuscripts): National Archives of India (Part 2) A 30 paise Stamp issued in 1979,  by the Department of Posts, India. 

27) "A Minor Rock Edict" of Samrat Ashok found in Gujarra , Distt. Datia M.P. : A Special Cover issued by the Indore Region, MP Postal Circle, Deptt. of Posts, India 

28) "Batesara Group of Temples": A Special Cover issued by Indore Region, M.P. Postal Circle, Deptt. of Posts, India 

29) "India-UN Women HeForShe Programme": Commemorative Stamps issued by India Post  

30) Fire Services of India: A Rs. 5/- Stamp issued by the department of posts, india to honour the "Fire Services of India" 

31) Govardhanram Tripathi: Commemorative Rs.5/ Stamps brought out in his honour by the Department of Posts, India. 

32) The "Everlasting Flame international Programme 2016": A Special Cover issued by Delhi Postal Circle, Department of Posts, India. 

33) "Ahimsa Ball": Commemorating the 10th Installation Ceremony of the Ball: A Special Cover issued by the Delhi Postal Circle on 26.04.2016 

34) "BRICS Friendship Cities Conclave 14-16 April 2016, held at Mumbai: A Special Cover issued by the Maharashtra Postal Circle on 14.04.2016 

35) "25th Shukla Day Coin and Philately Fair" held from 22-24.04.2016 at Mumbai: A Special Cover issued by the Maharashtra Postal Circle, India Post on 22.04.2016 

36) "Indian Coast Guard Air Station Chennai Silver Jubilee": A Special Cover issued by Tamilnadu Postal Circle of India Post on 07.03.2016 

37) Swami Chidananda: A Rs.5/- Commemorative stamp issued by India Post on 21.05.2016, celebrating his Birth Centenary. 

38) "Brave Fighter Narvir Shivaji Kashid: A Special Cover issued by Maharashtra Postal Circle on 05.05.2016 

39) Tata Power: Commemorating the centenary of the establishment of The Company by India Post, by issuing Rs.5/- stamps on 10.06.16 

 40) "Surya Namaskar": The theme of second International Day of Yoga: Commemorative stamps issued by India Post on 21.06.2016

41) Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose in Jharkhand: DEOPEX:2016: A Special Cover issued by the Jharkhand Postal Circle, India Post on 18.03.2016 

42) "Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar": DEOPEX-2016: A Special Cover issued on him by Jharkhand Postal Circle, India Post on 18.03.2016 

43) "Philatelic Seminar, Jaipur": A Special Cover issued by the Rajasthan Postal Circle, India Post on 28.02.2016 

44) "Shantheyanda Okkada Hockey Namme - 2016": A Spcial Cover issued by Karnataka Postal Circle, India Post on 03.05.2016 

45) The Indian Institute of Architects: Commemorating the Centenary year of the Institute by issuing a Special Cover by Maharashtra Postal Circle, India Post on 12.05.2016  

46) Indian Naval Air Squadron 300 (INAS 300): A Special Cover issued on the Induction of MiG-29Ks and de-induction of Sea Harriers in the Squadron, by the Maharashtra Postal Circle of India Post on 11.05.2016 

47) State Trading Corporation : Celebrating 60 Glorious Years: A Special   Cover issued by the Delhi Postal Circle, India Post on 18.05.2016 

48) Christ Church Fort Teppakullam, Tirichirappalli: 250th Anniversary Celebrations: A Special Cover issued by Tamilnadu Postal Circle, India Post on 17.05.2016 

49) "BSE" (formerly Bombay Stock Exchange): Commemorating the 140th Year of its establishment: A Rs.5/- commemorative stamp brought out by India Post on 09.07.2016 

50) "VIKAS PARV - CHHAU DANCE": A Special Cover issued by Jharkhand Postal Circle on 17.06.16 

51) 65th Plenary of the North Eastern Council held on 26-27 May 2016 at Shillong: A Special Cover brought out by the NE Postal Circle of India Post, on 03.06.2016 

52) Platinum Jubilee of the First Philatelic Bureau set up in Mumbai: A Special Cover issued by Karnataka Postal Circle, India Post on 21.06.2016  

53) Chennai Book Fair: A Special Cover issued by the Tamilnadu Postal Circle of India Post on 01.06.2016

54) Chennai Book Fair (Part II) A.K. Chettiar : One of 6 eminent Tamil writers on whom Tamilnadu Postal Circle has issued Special Covers on 10.06.2016 

55) Chennai Book Fair (Part III): T.Janakiraman: One of 6 eminent Tamil writers on whom Tamilnadu Postal circle has issued Special Covers on 10.06.2016 

56) Chennai Book Fair (Part IV): P.V. Akilandam: One of 6 eminent Tamil writers on whom Tamilnadu Postal Circle has issued Special Covers on 10.06.2016 

57) Chennai Book Fair (Part V): D. Jayakanthan: One of 6 eminent Tamil  writers on whom Tamilnadu Postal Circle has issued Special Covers on 10.06.2016 

58) Chennai Book Fair : (Part VI): Pudhumaipithan: One of Six Eminent Tamil writers on whom Tamilnadu Postal Circle has issued Special Covers on 10.06.2016 

59) Chennai Book Fair: (Part VII): Va Ramasamy: One of six eminent Tamil writers on whom Tamilnadu Postal Circle has issued Special Covers on 10.06.2016 

60) Tadoba Andhari National Park: Commemorative stamps brought out by India Post on "International Tiger Day" at Nagpur on 29.07.2016 

61) Tara Mata Temple Shimla: Famous Temples of Himachaal Pradesh Series: A Special Cover issued by HP Postal Circle of India Post on 29.04.2016 

62) Bagla Mukhi Temple, Bankhandi, Kangra: Famous Temples of Himachal Pradesh Series: A Special Cover released by the H.P. Postal Circle of India Post on 29.04.2016  

63) Chintpurni Temple , Chintpurni Una, HP: Famous temples of Himachal {radesh Sries: A Special Cover released by H.P.Postal Circle of India Post on 29.04.2016 

64) Ter-Centenary of the martyrdom of Baba Banda Singh Bahadur: A Special Cover brought out by Delhi P0stal Circle of Indiapost on 20.06.2016 

65) "Rio 2016" Summer Olympics: Commemorative Stamps and booklets issued by the Department of Posts, India on 05.08.2016

66) "Orchids": A set of 6 Commemorative postage stamps brought out by India Post on 08.08.2016  

67) Indian Metal Crafts: A set of six Stamps issued by India Post on 26.08.2016 

68) Independence Day - Tourism in India: A Rs. 25/- Commemorative Stamp issued by India Post on 15.08.2016 

69) "Kargil Diwas" - A Special Cover brought out by Karnataka Postal Circle of India Post on 26.07.2016 

70) Jagadguru Shri Shivrathri Rajendra Swamy : A Commemorative Rs.5/- Stamp brought out on his Birth Centenary on 27.08.2016 

71) Lady Hardinge Medical College: Commemorating the Centenary of establishment of LHMC by issue of Rs.5/- stamps by India Post on 23.09.2016 

72) Swachh Bharat Mission: Second set of Commemorative Stamps issued by India Post on 02.10.2016

73) Induction of C-130: A commemorative stamp of 500 Paise issued by India Post on 06.10.2016 

74) Central Water and Power Research Station, (CWPRS) Pune: A commemorative Rs.5/- stamp issued by India Post commemorating the Centenary Celabrations of establishment of the CWPRS

75) Kanger Valley National Park, Jagdalpur: A Special Cover brought out by Chhattisgarh Postal Circle, India Post on 26.06.2016 

76) Jagadish Chandra Bose (Great Scientist): A Special Cover brought out by the Jharkhand Postal Circle, India Post on 15.02. 2016 

77) "Near Threatened Birds": (Series I): Stamps issued by India Post to create awareness about four Near Threatened (NT) Bird species on 17.10.2016 

78) "Varanasi City": A set of Commemorative Stamps brought out by India Post on 24.10.2016

79) National Unity Day (or Rashtriya Ekta Diwas): Salute to the Unifier of India: A Commemorative postage stamp brought out on Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel by India Post on 31.10.2016 

80) 50 Years of Haryana: A Commemorative Postage stamp issued by India Post on 01.11.2016 

81) Mahseer: A Special Cover issued by the Indore Region of the Department of Posts, in coordination with the Forest Department Madhya Pradesh on 09.09.2016 

82) Third Battalion:The Garhwal Rifles: A Commemorative postage stamp issued to celebrate the Centenary of the Battalion's Raising day in 1916. Stamp issued by India Post on 19.11.2016 

83) "Picnic": The theme of Children's day 2016: Two commemorative stamps brought out by Indiapost in the denominations of 1500 Paise or Rs.15/- each on 14.11.2016 

84) Nobel Prize Winners of India: A Special Cover brought out by Rajasthan Postal Circle of India Post in co-ordination with the Philatelic Society of India and St. Xavier's School, Jaipur on 21.10.2016 

85) Chilika Lake: A Special Cover issued by the Odisha Postal Circle of India Post at the National Philatelic Exhibition on Nature and Environment - 30.09.2016 to 02.12.2016 on 30.09.2016 

86) Exotic Birds: A set of six Commemorative stamps brought out by India Post on 05.12.16 

87) Akshardham Temple and Pramukh Swami Maharaj: A set of two stamps issued by India Post on 07.12.2016 

88) AIIMS (All India Institute of Medical Sciences): A Rs. 5/- commemorative stamp issued on the occasion of the Diamond Jubilee (60 years) of establishment of AIIMs on 03.12.16

89) Season's Greetings: A set of two Commemorative Stamps issued by India Post on 23.12.2016 

90) Samrat Vikramadittya: A Commemorative Rs.5/- Stamp brought out by India Post on 22.12.2016 

91) 150 Years of setting up of the first building of Hardayal Heritage Public Library in 1866: Commemorative stamp issued by India Post on 26.12.16 

92) Personality Series: Bihar: A set of 8 Commemorative stamps issued by India Post on 26.12.2016 

93) Deendayal Upadhyaya: Birth centenary commemoration (1916-2016) A Commemorative stamp of Rs.10/- issued on him by India Post on 29.12.16 

94) Legendary Singers of India: A set of 10 stamps issued by India Post on 30.12.2016 

95) State Bank of Mysore (SBM): A Special Cover issued by Karnataka Postal Circle of India Post on 16.12.2016 

Links to other Commemorative Stamps posts on Indian Stamps issued during 2014 and 2015:

1) 2014 FIFA World Cup held in Brazil - A set of four stamps issued by India Post.

2) Commemorative Stamps on "Swachh Bharat" Mission

3) Commemorative Stamps on "Project Rukmini"

 4) Commemorative Stamps on "Indian Ocean & Rajenda Chola I"

5) International Day of Yoga - "Commemorative Stamps & Coins" 

6) India-France - 50 Years of Space Co-operation - Commemorative Stamps

7) Commemorative Stamps on 50 years (Golden Jubilee) of "Engineers India Limited"

8) Bicentenary of the "Old Theological Seminary" (OTS) Kottayam, Kerala

9) Commemorative stamps issued on Nabakalabera (Jagannath Temple, Puri)

10) Commemorative stamps issued on an Indian Game called "Sagol Kangjei" originated in Manipur, from which Polo was adapted all over the World  

11) Samrat Ashok - Commemorative Stamps issued on the legendary Emperor of Ancient India 

12) Women Empowerment - Commemorative Stamps

13) Baba Amte - Commemorative Stamps 

14) Did You Know Series (4): A sample of the beautiful stamps brought out by Department of Posts, India 

15) 10th World Hindi Conference held at Bhopal - Commemorative Stamps issued by Department of Posts India

16) 50th Anniversary of the 1965 Indo-Pak War: Commemorative stamps issued by Department of Posts, India. 

17) Commemorating the 125th Anniversary of the Birth of Dr. B.R. Ambedker by Department of Posts, India with a stamp titled "Dr B.R. Ambedkar and the Indian Constitution" 

18) The "Charkha" or the Spinning Wheel: Commemorative stamps issued by the Department of Posts, India 

19) Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam - Commemorative Stamp issued by the Department of Posts, India 

20) 50th Anniversary of the Border Security Force (BSF): Commemorative Stamp issued by the Department of Posts, India 

21) 3rd India- Africa Forum Summit at New Delhi - Commemorative Stamps issued by Department of Posts, India 

22) Commemorating the Golden Jubilee of Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL): Commemorative Stamps issued by India Post.

23) Commemorating the Bicentenary of the Raising Day of the First and Third Gorkha Rifles: Commemorative stamps issued by India Post.  

24) India-Singapore Joint issue: 50 Years of Bilateral Relationship: Two Commemorative Stamps issued by India-Post. 

25) Celebrating 60 years (Golden Jubilee) of EEPC India: Commemorative stamps issued by India Post. 

26) Centenary of the setting up of the Zoological Survey of India: Commemorative stamps issued by India Post 

27) Celebrating Children's Day on November 14th - Commemorative Stamps issued by India Post. 

28) Musicians of India - Commemorating Classical Musicians of India by issue of Stamps by India Post. 

29) Sumitranandan Pant (poet and writer) : Commemorative postage stamps issued on him by India Post 

30) Golden Jubilee of the Establishment of the IDSA, New Delhi: Commemorative stamps issued by India Post  

31) 100 Years of Return of Mahatma Gandhi to India in 1915: Commemorative postage stamps issued by India Post 

32) Commemorating Alugumuthu Kone, one of the first Freedom Fighters against the British: Commemorative Stamps issued by India Post

33) Centennial of the Patna High Court of Judicature: Commoemrative Stamps issued by India Post  

34) Gaiety Theatre Complex, Shimla: A Commemorative 500 Paise Stamp issued by India Post on 20.06.2014 

35) Commemorating 150 Years of the Kuka Movement: A commemorative Stamp brought out by India Post on 24.12.2014

List of Commemorative Stamps Posts on stamps issued in 2013: 

1) Commemorative Postage stamps on the "Wild Flowers of India" issued by India Post.

2) 100 Years of Indian Cinema: 50 commemorative stamps issued by India Post. 

3) INS Vikramaditya: Celebrating the induction of the Aircraft Carrier into the Indian Navy: A Commemorative stamp issued by India Post on 04.12.2013

4) 50 Years of Nagaland: A commemorative stamp of 500 Paise or Rs.5/- brought out by India Post on 01.12.2013 

List of Commemorative Stamps Posts on Stamps issued in 2012:

1) Shekhawati and Warli Paintings (Part I) - Warli Paintings - Commemorative postage stamps brought out by India Post in 2012

2) Shekhawati and Warli Paintings (Part II) - Shekhaati Paintings - Commemorative postage stamps brought out by India Post in 2012 

3) History of the Ancient & Modern Olympics and Paralympics & commemorative coins issued during the London Olympics and Paralympics: Also, includes a set of four stamps issued by India Post on 25.07.2012: 

4) National Mathematics Day: A Commemorative stamp of 500 Paise or Rs.5/- issued by India Post on 22.12.2012 

5) The Scinde Horse: A Commemorative Stamp of 500 Paise or Rs.5/- issued by India Post on 16.11.2012 

List of Commemorative Stamps Posts  on Stamps issued in 2011:

1) Commemorative Postage Stamp of Rs.100/- issued on Mahatma Gandhi on Khadi Cloth for the first time ever by India Post.

2) Commemorating 100 Years of the Establishment of the ICMR: A Commemorative stamp of 500 Paise or Rs.5/- brought out by India Post on 08.11.2011  

List of Commemorative Stamps Posts  on Stamps issued in 2010:

1) Princely States of Indore, Sirmoor, Bamra and Cochin : Commemorative Stamps issued by India Post

2) Crafts Museum, New Delhi: A set of two Commemorative stamps brought out by India Post on 21.12.2010 

3) Lalit Kala Akademi: A Rs.5/- stamp brought out by India Post on 31.12.2010 

4) C.Subramanium and the Indian Green Revolution: A Commemorative Stamp of 500 Paise or Rs.5/- brought out by India Post on 28.11.2010

5) Central Bank of India: A Commemorative stamp of 500 Paise or Rs.5/- celebrating the Centenary of the establishment of the Bank brought out by India Post on 23.12.2010 

List of Commemorative stamps Posts on Stamps issued in 2009:

1) The Silent Valley: Commemorating the Silver Jubilee (25 Years) of setting up the Silent Valley National Park by issue of a stamp on 15.11.2009 

2) Pterospernum acerifolium (or Muchkunda): A commemorative stamp of 500 Paise or Rs.5/- brought out by India Post on 06.03.2009 

3) C.Subramanium and the Indian Green Revolution: A Commemorative stamp of 500 Paise or Rs.5/- brought out by India Post on 28.11.2009 

List of Commemorative Stamps Posts issued in 2008: 

1) Centenary of the Indian Institute of Science, Bengaluru: Commemorative Stamps brought out by Indiapost in 2008

2) Standard Chartered Bank: Commemorating 150 Years of Banking in India: A Rs.5/- Commemorative Postage Stamp issued depicting the SCB Mumbai Heritage Building 

3) "Aldabra Giant Tortoise": A commemorative postage stamp brought out by India Post in 2008 

List of Commemorative Stamps issued posts in 2007:

1) 2550 years of Mahaparinirvana of the Buddha: Commemorative stamps issued by India Post 

2) International Day of Disabled Persons (Since renamed as International Day of Persons with Disabilities): A Commemorative Stamp of 500 Paise or Rs.5/- issued by India Post on 03.12.2007

List of Commemorative Stamps issued posts in 2006: 

1) The "Art of Living" Movement, India: Celebrating the 25th Anniversary milestone (1981-2006): A Special Cover brought out by the Bangalore (present day Bengaluru) Postal Circle of India Post: Special Cover issue date: 17.02.2019

List of Commemorative Stamps issued posts  in 2005:

 1) Celebrating 200 years of exciting heritage of State Bank of India

List of Commemorative Stamps issued posts in 2004:

 1) XVIII Summer Olympic Games, Athens Greece (2004): A Presentation set of four stamps issued by India Post on 13.08.2004

List of Commemorative Stamps issued posts in 1996: 

1) Spirit of the Olympic Games, Athens-Atlanta: Celebrating the Centenary of the Modern Olympic Games: A set of two stamps issued

List of Commemorative Stamps issued  posts in 1964:

  

1) Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose & the INA: Commemorative stamps issued by India Post on 23.01.1964

List of Commemorative Stamps issued posts in 1961:

1) Prafulla Chandra Ray (1861-1944): The "Father of Indian Chemistry" and founder of Bengal Chemical and Pharmaceutical Works (presently BPCL): A postage stamp of 15 np brought out on him by India Post on his Birth Anniversary: Date of Stamp issue: 02.08.1961

Commemorative stamps issued in 1931, 1947 and 1950:

1) Three Series of original Indian stamps which depict: Inauguration of New Delhi (1931), First Independent India postage stamps (1947) and Republic of India Inauguration (1950) 

 Postage Stamps from Thailand depicting Buddhist Jataka Tales:

1) Thailand postage stamps commemorating Buddhist Jataka Tales & celebrating Magha Puja Day (Part I)

2) Thailand Post stamps commemorating Buddhist Jataka Tales & celebrating Asalha Puja Day (Part II)  

3) Thailand Post stamps commemorating Buddhist Jataka Tales & celebrating Visakha Puja Day (Part III)

4) Postage stamps from Thailand commemorating Buddhist Jataka Tales

Other Postage stamps from Thailand:

5) "Nang Yai" (or Shadow Play Puppets"): International Letter Writing Week - 2008: Commemorative Postage Stamps issued by Thailand Post on 04.10.2008

Forever Stamps from United States Postal Service (USPS):

1) Forever Stamps: A Series of Stamps commemorating the "US Civil War 1861-1865"

2) Forever Stamps: The Hindu Festival of Lights - Diwali (2016) 

Postage Stamps from the Bailiwick of Jersey: 

1) "Man of Steel": A Superman movie. Jersey post stamps commemorating a local lad Henry William Dalgliesh who played Superman in the Movie 

 2) Kaleidoscopes: 200th Anniversary: Postage stamps issued by Jersey Post on 10.07.2017

Postage Stamps from Gibraltar: 

1) 800th Anniversary of the Magna Carta - the Universal guidepost/landmark in Liberty and Freedom: A miniature stamp sheet issued by the Gibraltar Philatelic Bureau

2) Bats of Gibraltar: A set of four stamps issued by Gibraltar Post in collaboration with WWF on 30.11.2017

3) Upper Rock Nature Reserve: A set of seven stamps issued by Gibraltar Post on 30.09.2017

Postage Stamps from Guernsey/Alderney Island:

1) "Coastal Eclipses": Stamps from Alderney Islands: Six Special Heat Sensitive Stamps issued by Guernsey Post on 19.07.2017

Postage Stamps from Great Britain/UK: 

1) 800th Anniversary of the Magna Carta - the Universal Guidepost to Liberty and Freedom

 2) "Man of Steel": A Superman Movie: A set of stamps brought out in 2013 by Jersey post, the States of Jersey, commemorating Henry William Dalgliesh Cavill who played Superman in the Movie

3) Celebrating the Centenary of Agatha Christie's first Crime Novel and 40th Anniversary of her passing away by issue of a set of 6 stamps by Royal Mail, UK 

4) Queen Elizabeth II's 90th Birthday: A Souvenir Sheet issued by the Royal Mail, UK featuring four generations of Windsors on 21.04.16 

5) 50 Years of Pink Floyd: Two Commemorative Stamp sets brought out by Royal Mail UK on 07.07.2016 

6) Windmills and Watermills: A set of six stamps issued by Royal Mail UK on 13.07.2017

Postage Stamps issued by Hongkong Post:

1) Working Dogs in Government Service: A sheetlet showing six dogs issued by Hongkong Post in June 2012

Postage Stamps issued by New Zealand Post: 

1) ICC Cricket World Cup - 2015 14 Commemorative Stamps issued with the theme "Have A Ball"

Postage Stamps from Romania:

1) Marine Paintings: A set of four stamps brought out by Romfilatelia in July 2017

2) Wild Orchids found in Romania: A set of four stamps issued by Romafilatelia on 25.01.2017

3) Berries: A set of four stamps brought out by Romafiletelia on 20.09.2017

Postage Stamps from Kyrgyzstan:

1) The Great Silk Road: A Stamp of 150 KGS issued by Kyrgyz Express Post on 24.11.2017

2) 60 Years of the Space Age: A set of three stamps issued by Kyrgyz Express Post on 15.11.2017: 

3) Edible Mushrooms of Kyrgyzstan: A set of four stamps issued by KEP on 06.04.2017 

4) Birds of Kyrgyzstan: A set of four stamps issued by the Kyrgyzstan Express Post (KEP) on 22.05.2018

5) Som Banknotes of the Kyrgyz Republic or Kyrgyzstan

6) Year of the Brown (or Yellow) Dog: A 100 KGS Stamp issued by the Kyrgyz Express Post on 31.01.2018:

7) XVIII Asian Games to be held in Indonesia from 18.08.2018 to 02.09.2018: A set of two stamps being brought out by Kyrgyz Express Post commemorating the Games on 09.07.2018

8) 43rd Chess Olympiad (23.09.2018-06.10.2018): A 100 KGS Postage stamp issued by the Kyrgyz Express Post on 20.08.2018

9) Butterflies of Kyrgyzstan: A set of three stamps depicting the Loxias Apollo, Colias regia and Colias christophi Butterflies, issued by the Kyrgyz Express Post on 07.09.2018

10) Issyk-Kul Lighthouses in Kyrgyzstan: Two stamps of the values of 100 KGS and 150 KGS issued by the Kyrgyz Express Post on 16.01.2018

11) "Kyrgyz Republic Red Data Book": A set of four stamps issued by the Kyrgyz Express Post featuring the Marbled Polecat (50 KGS), Pallas's Cat (75 KGS), Turkestan Cat (100 KGS) and the Himalayan Brown Bear (150 KGS) - all endangered species: Stamp issue Date: 07.12.2018

Postage stamps from Tokelau:

1) Reptiles of Tokelau: A set of four stamps issued by New Zealand Post for the NZOT on 20.09.2017

UNESCO Postage Issues:

1) Along the Silk Road 2017 World Heritage - UNESCO: A set of 6 stamps issued on 03.08.2017

Postage stamps from Israel:

1) Ancient Roman Arenas in Israel: A set of 3 stamps issued on 19.12.2017

2) Centenary of the Battle of Haifa, Israel fought by the Indian Cavalry of Jodhpur Lancers and Mysore Lancers in September 1918: Stamp issued by Israel Post on 08.02.2018

Postage Stamps from Norway:

1) A set of three stamps depicting the Snowy Owl, Great Grey Owl and the Rough legged Hawk, issued on 02.01.2018 

Postage Stamps from Correos (Spanish Post):

1) Machu Picchu: Wonders of the Modern World Series: A 1.35 Euros postage stamp issued on 15.09.2017

Postage Stamps from Armenia:

1) "Armenia-India Joint Issue" - with the theme National Dances: "Hov Arek" Dance (Armenia) and Manipuri Dance (India): 2 postage stamps of 280 AMD each issued by HayPost on 29.08.2018

International Philately Exhibitions :

1) World Stamp Show New York 2016

2) Thailand 2016 - FIAP 32nd Asian International Stamp Exhibition 10-15 August 2016

3) PHILATAIPEI 2016: World Stamp Championship Exhibition 21.10.2016 to 26.10.2016

4) National Postal Week: 09 to 15.10.2016

Links to posts on my Alma Mater - La Martiniere College, Lucknow:

1) Old Martinians Association (OMA-Pune Chapter) Reunion: i) Meeting old friends & making new ones, Games, Music and Luncheon at Sylhet, Bombay Sappers (Bombay Engineering Group) ii) Sylhet Battle Honours for Bombay Sappers - "Remembering the Heroes" - A POW train out of Bangladesh in 1971 on its way to the POW Camp at Agra, stops at Lucknow

2) This Day in History - 50 Years Ago: My First Day at La Martiniere College, Lucknow: 12.01.1970

3) How I bagged the Class X Biology Prize - 1973 in La Martiniere College, Lucknow: Mr. Alphonse joins the Collage as a Botany Teacher in the same year: A Recollection

4) La Martiniere Girl's College, Lucknow Sesquicentennial Celebrations (18969-2019): A Special Postal Cover brought out by the UP Postal Circle of India Post: Year of Postal Cover issue: 2019

5) My First Boxing Bout in La Martiniere College, Lucknow in 1972, which was my Alma Mater from 1970-1975

6) Remembering my friend Anuj, La Martiniere Class of 1970-75

7) Raj Bhavan, (Lucknow), Uttar Pradesh, India: 225th Year Anniversary (1798-2023): India Post has issued a postage stamp of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) commemorating the grand building built by Major General Claude Martin: Date of Stamp issue: 20.06.2023

8) Did You Know Series (82): Major General Claude Martin (05.01.1735-13.09.1800), Founder of the Martiniere Colleges in Calcutta (present day Kolkata - India), Lucknow (India) and Lyon (France): Remembering his legacy on the 223rd Founder's Day - 13.09.2023

9) Did You Know Series (83): The Great Flood of 1971 in the River Gomti in Lucknow

10) Did You Know Series (84): The "Competitive Spirit" between the Martiniere Colleges: Cal Mart and Lko Mart:

11) Did You Know Series (86): The story of the three-cannon placed in front of the College building at La Martiniere College, Lucknow