MB's Stamps of India

HARPEX “ PARINDEY ” 2012

2012-02-03T11:14:00.000+05:30

Haryana Philatelic Exhibition - HARPEX “ PARINDEY ” 2012 will be held in Gurgaon from 21 to 23 February 2012 at Apparel House, Sec 44, Gurgaon.

For details Contact:
Director Postal Services Gurgaon- Ph. 0124-2340606
Supdt. Of Post Offices – 0124-4221769
Harpex Secretariat – offices of the DPS Gurgaon – 0124- 4221765,66
E-mail: sposggn_dop@rediffmail.com & dpsggn_dop@rediffmail.com

11th Bihar Philatelic Exhibition 2012 - STAMP EXPO - 2012

2012-01-31T09:46:00.007+05:30

Bihar Stamp Expo 2012 , a state level stamp exhibition is to be held at WHEELER SENATE HALL, PATNA UNIVERSITY, PATNA from 10th to 13th Feb 2012. The Exhibition is organized by the Bihar Postal Circle with the active support of philatelic associations/philatelists of Bihar/PCI. The organizing committee is headed by the Chief Postmaster General, Bihar Circle, Patna-800001.

For further details and Prospectus Contact: Exhibition Committee Stamp Expo-2012, Office of the Chief Postmaster General, Bihar Circle, Patna-800001.

Tel.2226395 or adbdpatna@gmail.com

Titanic Centenary 1912-2012

2012-01-28T11:56:00.001+05:30

Gibraltar will release a set of 5 stamps on 31st January 2012 on RMS Titanic.

RMS Titanic was a passenger liner that struck an iceberg on her maiden voyage from Southampton, England, to New York City, and sank on 15 April 1912, resulting in the deaths of 1,517 people in one of the deadliest peacetime maritime disasters in history.

Shyam Narayan Singh

2012-01-25T11:28:00.000+05:30

On 24th January 2012, India Post released a stamp on Shyam Narayan Singh.

Bhai Jagtaji

2012-01-16T15:35:00.000+05:30

On 15th January 2012, India Post released a stamp on Bhai Jagtaji

Cover from Macedonia

2012-01-11T16:51:00.000+05:30

Here is a cover which I received from Macedonia featuring Ships which is a means of Transportation. The two set of stamp was issued in the year 2009.

Puran Chandra Gupta

2012-01-03T16:07:00.000+05:30

On 2nd January 2011 India post released the first postage stamp for the year 2012 in the memory of Puran Chandra Gupta, the founder of Hindi daily Dainik Jagaran, one of the leading Hindi newspaper in India.

Happy New Year - 2011

2011-12-31T16:30:00.001+05:30

I wish you all a wonderful New Year filled with abundance, and treasured moments, fill your life with happiness and bright cheer, and bring to you joy and prosperity, for the whole year.

Russian Regions - Omsk

2011-12-30T09:08:00.002+05:30

On 12th December 2011 Russia released a stamp on Omsk region of Russia under the series "Russian regions"

The stamp depicts the Dormition Cathedral in Omsk, the sculpture "Winged genius" on the front of the Omsk Drama Theater and the River Irtysh. In this region there are about 1,700 unique archaeological, historical, cultural and other attractions.

Madan Mohan Malaviya.

2011-12-27T15:39:00.001+05:30

On27th December 2011, India Post released a stamp on 150th birth anniversary of Madan Mohan Malaviya.

Srinivasa Ramanujan

2011-12-26T14:44:00.000+05:30

On26th December 2011, India Post released a stamp on Srinivasa Ramanujan.

Merry Christmas !

2011-12-24T16:07:00.001+05:30

Wishing all my Friends, Readers and Well-wishers a very

HAPPY CHRISTMAS

Archaeological Survey of India

2011-12-24T11:05:00.000+05:30

India Post released a set of 2 stamp and a miniature sheet on the occasion of 150 years of Archaeological Survey of India on 20th December 2011.

President's Fleet Review

2011-12-24T11:00:00.000+05:30

India Post released a set of 4 stamp on the occasion of President's Fleet review, Mumbai on 19th December 2011.

KGMC / CSMMU

2011-12-23T14:51:00.001+05:30

India Post released a stamp on King George Medical College / Chathrapathi Shivaji Maharaj Medical University Lucknow on 23rd December 2011 on the occasion of its academic centenary year.

Lace from Russia

2011-12-21T14:29:00.001+05:30

On 12th December 2011, Russia released a stamp on the series "Arts and Crafts - lace" devoted to the traditional form of folk art - lace fishery. The stamps are in triangular shape.

Basic lace crafts were found in Vologda, Elets, Ryazan, Novgorod, Tula, Vyatka and other cities. Each region has its own style and method determining the place of manufacture of lace.Depicted on stamps Belevsky lace, cape Eletskaya tablecloth, napkin Vologda and Vyatka tablecloth.

Golden Jubilee of Goa Liberation.

2011-12-20T10:49:00.001+05:30

On19th December 2011, India Post released a stamp to celebrate the Golden Jubilee of Goa Liberation. In the background is the Fort Aguada Lighthouse which is a 16th century Portuguese built Lighthouse, about 10 km West of Panaji, the capital of Goa.

Birdpex - 2011 at Brahmavar

2011-12-16T16:08:00.000+05:30

An Exhibition on stamps of Birds was held by Daniel Monterio in a bid to enter the Guinness World Records at S.M.S Community Hall on 7th and 8th December 2011. Deputy Commissioner and District Magistrate, Udupi was the inaugrator of the function. Dr.Ravi Kumar, Suptd. of Police, Udupi and Mr.Ajith Kumar Hegde, Commissioner, MUDA, were the Chief Guests, Prof. Mathew C. Ninan, Dr. N.A Madhyastha, Mr.S.Gopal and Mr.M.K.Krishnayya were the Guests of Honor.

For more pics visit DKPNA

Russia-Italy Joint issue

2011-12-15T11:36:00.000+05:30

Russia released a joint stamp with Italy on 10th December 2011 to mark the year of Culture of Russia. This stamp is dedicated to the Year of Russian culture and Russian language in Italy and the Italian culture and Italian language in Russia.

Kavi Pradeep

2011-12-14T12:33:00.000+05:30

India Post released a stamp of Kavi Pradeep on 11th December 2011.

Russian New Year.

2011-12-13T14:35:00.000+05:30

To Celebrate the New Year Russia released a stamp on 01.12.2011, the stamp depicts a red Christmas ball with snowflakes on a gray background.

Special Covers on Rotary Theme

2011-12-12T15:42:00.000+05:30

Rtn Kevin Colaco has the above covers and many more on the same theme. He is a member of Rotary on Stamps International Fellowship.If any, interested in these cover you can contact him at the below address

Rtn Kevin Colaco
K J Maritime Corporation

1111, Raheja Centre,

Free Press Journal Marg,
214, Nariman Point,
Mumbai 400 02

email: kevincolaco007@gmail.com
Mobile : 09821736181

22 Killers Squadron

2011-12-10T14:56:00.000+05:30

A Special cover was released in Mumbai on 02 December 2011 on 22 Killers Squadron on completing 40 years of glorious service to the nation.

The Smile Train - Cleft Surgery

2011-12-08T15:57:00.000+05:30

The Smile train is a global charity organsiation reaching out to the millions of children suffering from cleft defects and deformities.

The Smile Train has already trained more than 1100 doctors and sponsored more than 1,60,000 surgeries in India. The aim of the Smile Train is not just to put smiles on the faces of kids that have never known one, but to give them a second chance in life.

India Post issued a stamp on 6th December 2011 on Smile Train - Cleft surgery.

Birdpex - 2011 - Invitation

2011-12-06T14:13:00.000+05:30

Russian regions - Kaluga

2011-12-05T12:24:00.001+05:30

Russia released a stamp on the Kaluga Region on 30th November 2011.Stamp depicts house-museum of astronaut KE Tsiolkovsky, a model of the rocket "Vostok" and Zhizdra river.

Kaluga Region, founded in 1944, is bordered by the Moscow, Tula, Bryansk, Smolensk, Orel regions. Administrative center - the city of Kaluga.The Kaluga Region is rich in unique natural (State nature reserve "Kaluga abatis," National Park "Ugra") and cultural (the oldest in Russia Drama Theatre) objects. Largest research center of the city of Obninsk, who grew up next to the open in 1954, the world's first nuclear power plant.

225 years of insurance in Russia

2011-12-03T11:51:00.000+05:30

On 25th November 2011, Russia released a stamp to celebrate 225 years of insurance in Russia.

The national insurance was started by the manifesto of Queen Catherine II from December 23, 1786. The stamp depicts portrait of Catherine II and the of text of the manifesto.

100 Years of the Russian Olympic Committee

2011-12-01T12:01:00.000+05:30

Russia released a stamp to celebrate "100 Years of the Russian Olympic Committee" on 25th November 2011, an organisation that lead the Olympic movement in Russia.

ROCPEX - 2011

2011-11-30T14:40:00.000+05:30

A special cover was released on 25th November 2011 at Tiruchirappalli on the occasion of District Philatelic Exhibition - Rocpex - 2011.

The cover has the cancellation of BHEL, Bharat Heavy Electricals Ltd., which is the largest engineering and manufacturing enterprise in India and a leading power plant equipment manufacturer in the world.

150th Birthday of KA Korovin

2011-11-29T12:01:00.000+05:30

On 21st November 2011, Russia released a Souvenir Sheet on 150th Birthday, KA Korovin (1861-1939), a famous painter.

The stamp depicts "Moskvoretsky Bridge", showing a broad perspective of the capital buildings, above which rise the monuments of ancient architecture.

Lighthouses of Croatia.

2011-11-26T15:49:00.001+05:30

Set of 3 stamps on Lighthouse of Croatia was released on 18th October 2011 Croatia Post.

Blitvenica: It is located remotey from the group of islets and the farthest from the coast of Zirje, this Lighthouse is located on a tiny island about 7kms South-West of Zirje and about 30kms South-West of Sibenik.

Mulo: This Lighthouse is located on a tiny island about 5 km South-West of Rogoznica. Mulo from North is surrounded by several islets and shoals that were also the reason for building the Lighthouse.

The Prisnjak: This Lighthouse is located on a small island off the North-West end of the much larger island Murter archipelago. The island is special and diverse as it is covered by pine, oak and wild olive trees and curative plants.

Grand Lodge of India

2011-11-25T11:48:00.002+05:30

India Post released a stamp of the grand Lodge of India on 25th November 2011 on the occasion of its Golden Jubilee Celebrations.

Freemasonry is one of the world's largest and oldest secular fraternal organisation promoting the principle of the Fatherhood of God and the Brotherhood of Man. Its iniversal motto is spreading "Brotherly Love, Releif and Truth.

Freemasonry society in India was established in 1729 at Kolkota. The apex body of Freemasonry is called "the Grand Lodge".After the independence of India Lodges in India decided to constitute a sovereign body of Freemasonry and accfordingly the Grand Lodge of India was consecrated on 24th Nivember, 1961 at New Delhi. Some of the Prominent Freemasons of india Include Swami Vevekananda, C. Rajagopalachari and Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed.

300 years of M.University .

2011-11-24T15:12:00.002+05:30

On 17th November 2011, Russia released a Souvenir Sheet on M.University. The stamp depicts great Russian scientist, artist, philosopher, poet and linguist Mikhail Lomonosov.

41st U.P.U Letter Writing Contest.

2011-11-24T08:30:00.001+05:30

India Post in its website has announced the date of 41st U.P.U Letter Writing Contest to be held on Sunday 8th January 2012. Children below the age of 15 years are eligible for this Contest.Last Date for submission of forms will be 20.12.2011. The subject will be " Write a letter to an athlete or sports figure you admire to explain what the Olympic Games mean to you"

For further details visit the website of India Post or Contact the local Postmasters.

Painting of Mangalorean Girl on Children's day MS.

2011-11-23T08:21:00.001+05:30

Mangalorean girl's Painting featured in the miniature sheet of Children's day stamp which was released on 14th November 2011.

Sriraksha, a class six student of Canara Girls school, Dongerkeri, Mangalore, is a talented girl whose has won many state and national level painting competition. She won the first prize at the 'Design a stamp' competetion held by the Postal Department in the junior category at the National level. The Theme of the painting was " Save the Tiger" or Tiger conservation.

ODISHA STAMP MELA

2011-11-22T16:53:00.000+05:30

Eastern India Philatelists Association is wll organise ODISHA STAMP MELA on 7th and 8th January 2012.It will be thier first ever exhibition.

Venue: Hotel Keshari, Master Canteen Square, (Near Bhubaneswar Railway Station)

For Further Detaiuls Contact:

Co-ordinator : Mr. Shanti Swarup Rath, e-mail – sswaruprath@gmail.com Cell: 09437034621
Dr. Bibhudatta Mishra, e-mail – bhanubibhu@gmail.com Cell: 09437282638

11-11-11 (2)

2011-11-22T14:45:00.001+05:30

One more of the cover which I received from Croatia, with 11-11-11-11, postmark which includes the hour too. The second from Indonesia.

11-11-11

2011-11-18T15:33:00.000+05:30

Some of the covers which I received with 11-11-11 Postmarks. I thank all friends for the same.

Thunchath Ramanujan Ezhuthachan

2011-11-15T16:55:00.001+05:30

A set of 2 special cover was released at Palakkad on 11-11-11 on Thunchath Ramanujan Ezhuthachan who is known as the father of Malayalam Language. (one cover is shown below)

Children's Day.

2011-11-14T12:29:00.008+05:30

On 14th November 2011 India Post issued a set of two stamp and a Miniature Sheet on Children's Day. The stamps were selected from the winning entries of Design a Stamp Painting competition on the theme of "Save the Tigers". This is also said to be the 100th MS of India.

Indian Council of Medical Research.

2011-11-09T11:58:00.000+05:30

On 8th November 2011 India Post issued a commemorative postage stamp on Indian Council of Medical Research.

20 years of the Commonwealth of Independent States.

2011-11-05T12:12:00.000+05:30

On 3rd November 2011, Russia released a stamp to mark 20 years of the Commonwealth of Independent States. it is a regional international organization designed to regulate the relations of cooperation between the 11 former Soviet socialist republics of the former USSR. The stamp shows 11 flags of States, members of the CIS, as well as the emblem of the CIS.

Save the Girl Child.

2011-11-02T15:57:00.000+05:30

A Special Cover released in Mumbai on 13th October 2011 as awareness to Save the Girl Child.

The Constitutional Court of the Russian Federation (1991-2011)

2011-10-29T12:17:00.000+05:30

On 27th October 2011, Russia released a stamp to mark the 20th anniversary of the Constitutional Court of the Russian Federation - the judicial body of constitutional control, independently exercise judicial power through constitutional proceedings.The stamp depicts the building of the Constitutional Court of Russia in St. Petersburg.

200 years of Russian Gas.

2011-10-28T15:13:00.000+05:30

Russia released a stamp on 28th October 2011 to commemorate 200 years of use of Gas in Russia, when PG Sobplev established the first plant to produce synthetic gas, known as "termolamp." This stamp features a portrait of PG Sobolevsky against passers-by strolling in the light of the first gas street lamps in St.Petersburg.

Happy Deepavali - 2011

2011-10-25T14:53:00.002+05:30

I WISH ALL MY FRIENDS, PHILATELISTS,WELL-WISHERS, READERS, BLOGGERS AND ONE AND ALL A VERY HAPPY DIWALI.

I also THANK all of you who have sent me greetings and wishes for the Festival

50th Anniversary of Kremlin Palace

2011-10-25T11:31:00.000+05:30

On 24th October 2011, Russia released a stamp commemorating fiftieth anniversary of Kremlin Palace. The State Kremlin Palace is a Central Theatre and concert hall of Russia.

Commissioning INS Satpura.

2011-10-24T15:50:00.001+05:30

A special cover was released in Mumbai on August 20, 2011 on the occasion of Commissioning INS Satpura. It is the latest stealth frigate of Indian Navy, with pennant number F48, second ship of the Shivalik Class Frigates built by Mazagon Dock Limited, Mumbai.

The special postmark shows the Crest (design showing "Khandas" - Indian double-edge straight sword ) and motto (Resolve, Pride, Courage) and the cachet shows INS Satpura in action.

300 Years of Moscow Post Office

2011-10-22T16:51:00.000+05:30

On 21st October 2011, Russia released a set of 4 stamp and a Souvenir Sheet to celebrate 300 years of Moscow Post Office.

Stamp and Coin Fair - Indore.

2011-10-21T10:56:00.000+05:30

Philatelic, Numismatic & Heritage Fair organized by Young Indians and Indore Coin Society will be held in Indore on November 12-13-14, 2011.
Venue : Basketball complex, Race Course Road, Indore (MP)

For more details contact Mr Girish Sharma Ph 9425052158/ 9977050987 .

Egypt - Singapore Joint Issue.

2011-10-19T11:58:00.001+05:30

On 17th October a Joint stamp was issued by Egypt and Singapore on rivers of both the Country, Nile and the Singapore River.

The Nile is a major north-flowing river in North Africa, generally regarded as the longest river in the world. It is 6,650 km long. It runs through the ten countries of Sudan, South Sudan, Burundi, Rwanda, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Tanzania, Kenya, Ethiopia, Uganda and Egypt.

The Singapore River which is the most famous river among about 90 rivers in Singapore, flows from the Central Area, which lies in the Central Region in the southern part of Singapore before emptying into the ocean.

Thanks, Kasinath.

300 years of the factory "Arsenal"

2011-10-18T09:00:00.001+05:30

Russia released a stamp on 14th October 2011 on 300 years of the factory "Arsenal". Arsenal was opened in 1711 by Peter I as " Cannon Foundries". The stamp depicts a cannon, "Shuvalov Unicorn" and the panorama of the fortress in the background.

Regional Commonwealth in the field of communications. 1991-2011

2011-10-17T08:52:00.001+05:30

Russia released a stamp on 10th October 2011 on Regional Commonwealth, depicting its emblem, which is dedicated to the Regional Cooperation in the field of communications, acting as interstate coordinating body in the fields of telecommunications and postal communications, and information.

National Postal Week - Philatelic Day Celebration in Mangalore

2011-10-15T12:15:00.000+05:30

As a part of the National Postal Week, a Philatelic Exhibition was conducted at Head Post Office, Mangalore on 12.10.2011 to celebrate Philately Day.

For further news and pics visit the blog of D.K.Philatelic and Numismatic Association. Click the below links:

DKPNA 1 , DKPNA 2

The Punjab Regiment & 1 Para

2011-10-13T11:23:00.001+05:30

On 12th October 2011 India Post issued a commemorative postage stamp on The Punjab Regiment & 1 Para (SF) (1 Punjab)

Chitrapur Math

2011-10-10T10:53:00.000+05:30

India Post released a stamp of Chitrapur Math on 9^th October 2011.

It was established in 1757 and located in Shirali village in North Kanara, Karnataka.TheMath reaches out to help through charitable and developmental activities such as distribution of free meals, promoting education, health care etc. It is involved not only in charitable, but other humanitarian, bio and eco friendly activities and promotes green.

Olympic winter Sports

2011-10-05T11:58:00.000+05:30

On 3rd October 2011 Russia released a set of 3 stamp XXII Olympic Winter Games in Sochi - Olympic winter Sports. The stamp depicts skiing, ski jumping and short track.

New Blog on Philately

2011-10-04T14:59:00.000+05:30

Mr.Mahesh Reddiar has started a new blog on Philately.

Visit his blog at www.PhilaIndia.info

Innovative Biotechnology

2011-10-02T09:21:00.001+05:30

Russia released a stamp on Innovative Biotechnology on 30.09.2011.

The stamp depicts the emblem of the Eurasian Economic Community,wheat and the molecular structure on the background of laboratory flasks and test tubes.

MAHAPEX - 2012

2011-10-01T11:13:00.000+05:30

Pune will host the four-day 11th state-level philatelic exhibition, Mahapex 2012, at Ganesh Kala Krida Rangmanch from January 13 next year.

After 25 years, Pune will be hosting such an exhibition for Maharashtra and Goa. The Prospectus of 'Mahapex 2012' was unveiled by Chief Postmaster General, Maharashtra circle, Faiz-Ur-Rehman, on Friday at Vaikunth Mehta National Institute of Cooperative Management.

The postmaster general of Pune region, Colonel (retd) KC Mishra, mayor of Pimpri-Chinchwad Yogesh Behl were present on the occasion. Among Philatelists Pratisad Nurgaonkar, Basti Solanki, Dixit, Col. Dutta, Mrs.Dutta, Col.Pujara, Vinayak Avate from Pune, Suketu Zaveri and Surendra Kotadiya from Mumbai, P.G.Bhargave from Nasik, M.J.Karajagi from Solapur and Deepak Modi from Jalna were also present.

Rehman said that it would be a big-budget event, where renowned Indian philatelists would be participating. The show will host 400 exhibition frames exhibited by over 300 philatelists from the two states.

The Trained Nurses Association of India.

2011-09-30T10:37:00.000+05:30

On 30th September 2011 India Post issued a commemorative postage stamp on The Trained Nurses Association of India (TNAI) to honour the silent and dedicated workers of this association.TNAI was established in 1908 is a national organisation of nursing professionals at different levels.

XXII Olympic Winter Games in Sochi

2011-09-29T09:18:00.006+05:30

To continue the Series - XXII Olympic Winter Games in Sochi, Russia released as Souvenir Sheet on "Tourism in the Black Sea coast of Russia" It was released on 27.09.2011 in 6 languages. The Souvenir sheet has 4 stamps with tabs at the sides which has the description of the stamp. The English version of the same is shown below:

The SS depicts Krasnaya Polyana ski resort at the Black Sea coast, the marine terminal building, the Romanesque watch tower and Volkonosky Dolmen, which is a megalithic landmark.

Living people to be honored on U.S. postage stamps.

2011-09-28T11:48:00.001+05:30

The U.S. Postal Service announced recently that it is ending its longstanding rule that stamps cannot feature people who are still alive. It hopes to boost its revenue has asked the public for suggestions as to who will be the first living person to be featured on a stamp.

For further News : Fox News Washington Post

50 years of World Wildlife fund.

2011-09-28T08:14:00.001+05:30

Russia released a stamp on 26th September 2011 to commemorate 50 years of World Wildlife Fund.

Jaimalji Maharaj

2011-09-27T11:52:00.000+05:30

India Post released a stamp on Jain Saint Jaimalji Maharaj on 25.09.2011.

Iceland and Malta Joint Issue

2011-09-25T09:45:00.001+05:30

On 15th September 2011 a joint stamp was issued by Iceland and Malta.

Iceland and Malta are the northernmost and southernmost islands in Europe. Fishing has been the main source of revenue for centuries on these two islands. Iceland Post and Malta Post are now collaborating on a joint stamp issue occasioned by this relationship with fishing towns as the motif. The town of Húsavík is the motif of the Icelandic minisheet while the Maltese one depicts the town of Mgarr, Gozo.

Source: Iceland Post.

Supply Ships - Pitcairn Islands

2011-09-24T14:26:00.002+05:30

Pitcairn Islands released as set of 4 stamp on 31st August 2011 on Supply Ships.

Pitcairn’s remoteness means it is dependent on small supply ships to provide a lifeline to the community. Since the withdrawal of the Blue Star Line in 2003, the residents have relied on the smaller vessels that ply their way from Mangareva in French Polynesia, some 500 km away.

Source: www.stamps.gov.pn Thanks to Kasinath.

Head dress / Hats of Russia.

2011-09-23T10:52:00.001+05:30

On 15th September 2011, Russia released a set of 4 stamp on the head dress of north Russia under the "Culture of Russia" series.

Stamp depicts from left to right :
1. Winter hat. North of European Russia. The end of XIX century.
2. Maiden band. North of European Russia. Middle of the XIX century.
3. Povoy. Pskov Province. The end of XIX century.
4. Headdress. Arkhangelsk province. The end of XIX - early XX centuries.

Ancient City and Fortress Buildings of Derbent.

2011-09-22T11:43:00.000+05:30

On 13th September 2011, Russia released a stamp on Ancient City and Fortress Buildings of Derbent.

Derbent - city-museum under the open sky, won the 1989 status of the State Historical and Architectural Museum-Preserve. Its territory is a complex of stone fortifications from Naryn-Kala fortress, built by the Persians in the VI century. The castle is a magnificent architectural monuments belonging to different periods of development of the city.

Contemporary Art of Russia

2011-09-20T12:23:00.000+05:30

Russia released a series of 6 stamps depicting the works of 6 famous Artists on 12.09.2011.

Alexey Adamov - landscape, seascape, the author of hundreds of papers on the Sea of Azov, as well as the nature of the southern and central Russia. The artist is actively involved in Russian and international exhibitions, his work is represented in the expositions and exhibitions, on display at the Russian and European galleries.

Nikolai Bohr - a painter, Honored Art Worker of the Russian Federation, People's Artist of the Russian Federation. Author of genre paintings, portraits, landscapes, monumental objects. His works are in major national museums, corporate and private collections in Russia and abroad.

Dmitri Zilina - People's Artist of the RSFSR, member of Russian Academy of Arts, was awarded the Order of Friendship of Peoples. The participant of Russian and foreign exhibitions, the author of numerous scene paintings, portraits, landscapes, still lifes, drawings. The artist's works are in museums and private collections.

Alexander Iulianovich Rukavishnikov - sculptor, People's Artist of Russia, was awarded the Order of Friendship and "Badge of Honor". His works in the genres of easel and monumental composition, sculptural portraits, paintings, drawings, medal art, installations are kept in the Russian and foreign collections.

Tahir Teymurovich Salakhov - People's Artist of USSR, Azerbaijan and the Russian Federation. Author of a number of portraits, landscapes, still lifes, large multi-figure paintings, graphic works. His paintings are represented in the largest Russian and foreign museums, are found in many public and private collections around the world.

Vladimir Yakovlevich Yukina - one of the largest landscape of the last century, Honored Artist of the RSFSR People's Artist of the Russian Federation. He was a founding member of the artistic group "Vladimir school of landscape painting." His paintings are in Russian and foreign museums and private collections.

250 Birth Anniversary of MB Barclay de Tolly

2011-09-17T09:32:00.001+05:30

On 9th September 2011, Russia released a stamp on 250 birth anniversary of Mikhail Bogdanovich Barclay de Tolly (1761-1818) the Russian Commander, Field Marshal and a Prince.

Knights of the Order of St. Andrew

2011-09-16T16:14:00.000+05:30

On 1st September 2011 Russia released a set of three stamps on the series " Knights of the Order of St. Andrew" The stamps depicts Lyudmila G. Zykina (1929-2009) Dmitry Likhachev (1906-1999) and Boris Petrovsky (1908-2004)

Tripuraneni Gopichand

2011-09-08T11:27:00.001+05:30

India Post released a stamp of Tripuraneni Gopichand on 8th September 2011.He was a Telugu writer, novelist, dramatist and script writer.

Tejaji Maharaj

2011-09-07T12:15:00.000+05:30

India Post released a stamp of Tejaji Maharaj on 7th September 2011.He was a folk deity worshiped in Rajasthan and parts of Madhya Pradesh.People of these parts worship him and temples have been built to honour him.

Dev Narayan

2011-09-03T14:36:00.001+05:30

India Post released a stamp of Dev Narayan on 3rd September 2011. He was a folk deity worshiped in Rajasthan, but some historians are of the view that he lived between 1200-1400 AD.

Surendra Nath Jauhar

2011-09-03T14:34:00.001+05:30

India Post released a stamp of Surendra Nath Jauhar on 2nd September 2011.He was a political and spiritual leader who took part in the freedom movement of India and also rendered humanitarian services.

China's Gift to South Sudan.

2011-09-02T16:01:00.000+05:30

A set of 3 stamps, South Sudan flag, national emblem and the Sudan People's Liberation Movement leader John Garang were printed in China and presented to South Sudan as Gift.It is said that it was about 100000 stamps were printed.

The Chinese Embassy it was presented as a token and symbol of national sovereignty, and the Chinese people's deep friendship to the people of South Sudan.A Communique was also signed between China and South Sudan the same day, the formal establishment of diplomatic relations at ambassadorial level.

History of Russian Cossacks.

2011-08-30T12:12:00.001+05:30

Russia released a Sovenir Sheet on Russian Cossacks on 30th August 2011.

The stamps depict Cossacks in traditional dress and the borders show the banners of the troops, armors and the symbols of Russian Cossacks.

Dr.M.S.Aney

2011-08-29T11:23:00.000+05:30

India Post released a stamp of Dr.M.S.Aney on 29th August 2011. Dr.Madhav Srihari Aney was a freedom fighter who participated in various movement in India's struggle for freedom.

Pandit K. Santanam

2011-08-25T10:46:00.000+05:30

India Post released a stamp on Pt.K.Santanam who was a lawyer, freedom fighter and a enterprising businessman with foresight. He was known for his progressive thoughts and shunned certain rituals and practices and rejected the caste system.

Pedestrian Bridges - Russia.

2011-08-17T15:35:00.000+05:30

Russia released a set of 4 stamps on 15th August 2011 depicting Pedestrian Bridges in continuation of the Bridge Series. The stamps depict Pochtamtsky bridge, Patriarchal bridge the bridge over the River Ken and bridge on the River Vezelku.

Ocean Shipping Industry - China

2011-08-12T12:04:00.000+05:30

On 8th August China Post issued a set of 2 stamps to commemorate China's ocean shipping industry at a function held in Beijing Ocean Plaza.

At a moment when COSCO commemorates its 50's anniversary, China Post released the special two-piece set of new stamps, with total par value of 2.40 RMB, to mark the developing journey of China's ocean shipping industry. Adopting the design of images of a container ship and a bulk carrier, the stamps embody the themes of container shipping and bulk shipping respectively.

In the backdrop of China's Shanghai port, the container ship themed stamp displays a design from the MV.COSCO Asia, a sixth generation container ship that represents the future boom and continued prosperity of China's maritime industry.

The bulk ship themed stamp adopts the image of MV. Xinshenghai sailing at the Sydney Harbor. The presence of a COSCO bulk carrier at a key overseas bulk shipping port symbolizes the growing international reputation of China's shipping community and the globalization of China's shipping industry.

Source: Cosco Group. Thanks to Kasinath.

Maritime Malta

2011-08-10T09:51:00.001+05:30

Malta Post issued a set of 4 stamps On 10 August, 2011 entitled 'Maritime Malta' depicting four vessels which reflect the importance of maritime activities in Malta's economic development and security.

The stamps feature the M.V. Ta' Pinu of Gozo Channel, M.V. Jean De La Valette of Virtu Ferries, Patrol Boat - P23 of the Armed Forces of Malta and M.V Spinola of Tug Malta.

Museum of Wooden Architecture and Folk Art "Small Korely."

2011-08-08T11:25:00.000+05:30

Russia released a Sovenir sheet of Museum of Wooden Architecture and Folk Art "Small Korely" on 1st August 2011.The stamps depict the mail unit: Chapel of St. Macarius (XVIII cent.) Ascension Church (XVII century.) And a windmill (the beginning of the XX century.) Fields on the block - the interior of a peasant's hut.

Museum "Small Korely" - Russia's largest museum of wooden architecture in the open air, located in the eponymous village, 25 km from Arkhangelsk. The museum was founded July 17, 1964, and June 1, 1973 officially opened for visitors.

Rashtrapati Bhavan

2011-08-05T12:21:00.000+05:30

A set of 4 stamps and a Miniature Sheet was released on Rashtrapati Bhavan by India Post on August 05, 2011.

Pechora-Ilych Nature Reserve. Manpupuner plateau.

2011-08-03T15:33:00.001+05:30

Russia released a Souvenir sheet of The weathering pillars of the Manpupuner plateau on 29th July 2011.

The weathering pillars is a unique geological monument located on the plateau of Man’-Pupu-Ner in Troitsko-Pechorsky district of Komi Republic of Russia.

Centenary of the Australasian Antarctic Expedition

2011-08-02T15:02:00.004+05:30

On 2nd August 2011, AAT / Australia Post released a set of 5 stamps which is the first in a four-year program of stamps celebrating the centenary of the Australasian Antarctic Expedition (AAE).These stamps can also be used from Australia.

The first expedition team left Hobart in December, 1911 under the command of Douglas Mawson and returned to Adelaide in February, 1914.After departing Hobart in the Aurora, captained by John King Davis, the expedition team landed t Macquarie Island where it established a radio camp. The party then continued its voyage to the Antarctic continent, arriving at Cape Denison, the main base of the expedition team and referred to as the birthplace of Australia’s Antarctic territory. Ownership of the territory was formally transferred to Australia in 1936.

Five stamps depicts as follows:
1. The SY Aurora carried the expedition to and from Hobart.
2. Captain John King Davis, Captain of the ship SY Aurora, and second-in-command of the expedition.
3. The SY Aurora on Antarctic voyage.
4. Landing at Macquarie Island.
5. Birdlife of Macquarie Island.

K.M.Mathew

2011-08-01T11:39:00.000+05:30

India Post released a stamp on K.M.Mathew on 1st August 2011, who was the past Chief Editor of the well known News paper Malayala Manorama.

U.S.Merchant Marine.

2011-07-29T10:56:00.001+05:30

The U.S. Postal Service released a set of 4 stamps on 28th July 2011 to honor the U.S. Merchant Marine featuring vessels that have played an important role in US history: clipper ships, auxiliary steamships, Liberty ships, and container ships.

The Clipper Ship stamp is based on an undated lithograph of the famous clipper Sovereign of the Seas, which launched in 1852. Clipper ships, ushered in by the California Gold Rush of 1849 and noted for their streamlined shape and majestic cloud of square-rigged sails, set numerous speed records for their time.

The Auxiliary Steamship stamp is based on contemporary lithographs of ships of the Collins Line, which provided service between New York and Liverpool in the 1850s. Auxiliary steamships—steam-powered ships with back-up sailing rigs—were the ocean liners of their day, competing in the 1850s with clipper and other sailing ships for transatlantic mail and passenger service.

The Liberty Ship stamp is based on a photograph of an unidentified Liberty ship in the files of the Westport Public Library in Connecticut. During World War II, the United States built more than 2,700 Liberty ships, plain but sturdy cargo vessels that sustained the Allied forces with a steady supply of food and war material.

The Container Ship stamp is based on an undated photograph of the R.J. Pfeiffer, a modern container ship launched in 1992 and operated by Matson Navigation Company. Container ships, pioneered in the 1950s, are the lifeblood of today's global economy, carrying nearly all the world's manufactured goods across the oceans and exemplifying the modern merchant marine.

Source : U.S.Postal Service, Thanks to Kasinath.

Kasu Brahmananda Reddy

2011-07-28T10:56:00.000+05:30

He was a politician who became the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, who initiated many central projects and public sector industries like bridges, Ports, steel Plants etc. He was also active in welfare activities like providing jobs to the youth, building houses for the poor and education. Later he was also appointed as the Governor of Maharashtra.

V.S.Page

2011-07-21T11:09:00.002+05:30

India Post released a stamp on Vitthal Sakharam Page on 21st July 2011.

Lighthouse: Arngast and Dahmeshöved - Germany

2011-07-20T14:37:00.001+05:30

On 7th July 2011 German Post issued a set of 2 stamps on the lighthouse of Arngast and Dahmeshöved. Arngast was commissioned in 1910 and is in continuous operation.Dahmeshöved was built in the year 1879 and put into operation in 1880.

Icebreaker 'OTSO'

2011-07-19T12:11:00.000+05:30

For decades Finland has been one of the world’s leading countries for building icebreakers and developing ice breaking technology.

The OTSO (15.000 Kw), built in 1986-87, is a representative of a new generation in design. It performs more economically than the older icebreakers.

Stamps of South Sudan.

2011-07-14T16:04:00.001+05:30

New postage stamps have been launched for the new Republic of South Sudan.

The stamps depicts Flag, Emblem and the Sudanese Leader John Garang.

According to Brigadier General (Rtd) Elijah Biar Kuol, the Director General for Administration and Finance in the Ministry of Telecommunications and Postal Services, 100,000 copies of the stamps have already been distributed to all the states of South Sudan. Also the new currency, which are in denominations of one, five, 10, 25, 50 and 100 will be effective as of 18 July.

Inauguration of National Philatelic Museum at New Delhi.

2011-07-12T15:25:00.001+05:30

The National Philatelic Museum was inaugurated by Radhika Doraiswamy, secretary Department of Posts on 11th July 2011. Speaking on the occasion she said that the museum will provide enhanced and interactive platform for promoting philately and will stimulate interest for stamp collection among children.

The museum will be open Mondays to Fridays — it will also be open on Saturdays for school groups on request. It will have an entry fee but the amount has yet not been decided. ‘There will be a nominal entry fee,’ said Doraiswamy.

The museum has bays dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi and the prime ministers of India, along with freedom fighters. It also has stamps on several themes such as science and technology, transport and wildlife.There are stamps from abroad, and displays from the Army Postal Service and India Security Press, Nashik.

The museum also has an amphitheater for talk shows and presentations along with a reference library. In the artists corner, the department has showcased the actual designing of a stamp and also plans to invite artists from time to time to give live demonstrations.

Shipwrek stamps form Jersey.

2011-07-11T16:20:00.000+05:30

On 12th July 2011, Jersey Post issued a set of stamps and other philatelic material on Ships and Sailing vessels which met disaster in the sea surrounding dangerous waters of the Channel Island.

United Theological College.

2011-07-09T10:48:00.000+05:30

India Post released a stamp on 08 July, 2011 on United Theological College , Bangalore.

It was founded on 8th July 1910 to train leaders for the church and society in India.It has produced leaders who have served society over the last one hundred years.The UTC encourages community members to live as best citizens with commitment to justice and nation building.

Rules for issue of Commemorative Postage stamps.

2011-07-06T16:17:00.000+05:30

India Post has issued / renewed a set of Rules for issue of Commemorative Postage stamps. This is found in the website of India Post.

The New Rules include some points which I think may be a ray of hope to Indian Stamp Collectors.

Dr.D.S.Kothari

2011-07-06T10:38:00.002+05:30

India Post released a stamp on Dr.D.S.Kothari on 6th July 2011.

Dr.D.S.Kothari,an eminent Indian scientist was born in Udaipur in Rajasthan on 6th July 1906.He did his MSc in Wireless (Electronics) and later obtained PhD under the supervision of Ernst Rutherford at the Cavendish Laboratory, Cambridge.He brought about a lot of changes in the Physics Department when he was in Delhi University as the Reader and Head of Physics Department.He was scientific advisor to Ministry of defence from 1948 to 1961.

Dr. Kothari has made immense contribution to the field of education and was appointed as the Chairman of the Indian Education Commission in 1964. He was appointed as chairperson of University Grants Commission in 1961 where he worked till 1973.Besides this he held many other important posts in the field of Education.

He has won several honours and awards for his contribution in the field of Science and Education. He received the Padma Bhusan in 1962 and the Padma Vibhushan in 1973.

He passed away on 4th Feb.1993.

500th Anniversary of Thailand-Portugal Diplomatic Relations.

2011-07-03T04:46:00.001+05:30

A joint issue will be issued by Thailand and Portugal on 20.07.2011 to mark five Centuries of the Opening of the Window to the World at Large.In the reign of King Ramathibodi II of the Ayutthaya Period, Portugal was the first Western nation to come into contact with Thailand. There were trade transactions and co-operation in many areas. So, the relationships between Thailand and Portugal dates back almost five centuries to when the two countries established diplomatic ties on February 10th, 1859 by the signing of a trade and navigation agreement. In 1981, Thailand opened its first embassy in Lisbon whereas Portugal established its consular office in Bangkok in 1818.

Thanks to Kasinath.