Health And Wellness
Dehradun April 2025 Vol. XVIII Issue No. 208
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Date of Issue : 8 March 2025
Editorial……
Dear Reader,
I am pleased to present April 2025 issue of Rainbow Stamp News. Our reader, Mr Ashok Kumar Tiwari has noticed the variation in size of special covers being issued these days. Some covers are so big in size that they cannot be mounted full on exhibit pages sometimes these covers are folded to display. There are several special covers even FDCs which have been issued by India Post in quite big size. India Post must issue Special Covers of standard size to keep uniformity all over the country. Very big size covers cannot be used on exhibit sheets of A4 Size. A3 size exhibit sheets are not very popular. Most of the philatelists use A4 size sheets for display because these sheets are commonly available and printing on these sheets is also easy.
The season of philatelic exhibitions is full on with participation of Indian exhibitors. These days
Literature class is emerging as a very popular class with good number of entries
from India in International exhibitions.. Best wishes to all the exhibitors for the forthcoming exhibitions.
This is all for this month. More in the next
issue.
Happy Collecting!
Contents
·Editorial
· From the Desk of
Naresh Agrawal
· Recent Indian Issues
· In the News
. Interview
· Specialized Section
· Beginners’ Section
. Stories Behind
Stamps
· Thematics
. New Issues from
Other Countries
· Philatelic Clubs and
Society
· Blogs and Websites
on Philately
· Current Philatelic
Magazines and Newsletters
AMSIPEX-25: AN UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCE
Well friends, I believe you
too must have enjoyed the exhibition very much as I did. Unlike
other exhibitions where while moving from one exhibit to the other, we
travel on different planes from Air to surface and then to water and then
through thematic to different layers and subjects & also to
postal history and traditional philately etc.. I mean we taste so much that we
lose the real taste of a particular class and to add to this thematic class has
a wide range to taste. No doubt we get a lot to see, enjoy and learn. But
travelling through air and space only touching their different aspects
and features is a unique and unforgettable experience.
I did write a
few articles on Aerophilately and Astrophilately and have prepared one
exhibit also, but I never thought so deeply about my love for these
classes particularly Aerophilately. I never explored these so seriously
from the exhibiting point of view. But after participating and going through
this exhibition, a new feeling has emerged. May be this is what we call
motivation. The other reason may be my membership in Air Mail Society India
Foundation, the society which organized this exhibition just after its
formation. This membership has given me opportunity for healthy and
informative WhatsApp interaction and regular updates before, during and after
the exhibition, regular presentations on different aspects of Aerophilately,
members interactive chats on different covers they possess and
other philatelic information has kept me and keeping me apprised,
involved , motivated and charged. I must say that the members are purely like
minded, ready to share, deliver and help.
Now I feel these classes
have tremendous scope like in Thematic. We can find so many subjects,
topics in these classes like Postal history of Air mails, Crash covers,
Historical routes, markings, first flight covers, carried covers,
different Airlines and airports, Associated operations and carriages, Air
mail rates and fees, inspections, experiments and development of Air Mail
etc. So in Astrophilately also. I must appreciate Mr. Piyush Khaitan and
his whole team comprising of some eminent philatelists like Pratisad
Neurgaonkar, Praggya Jain, Markand Dave, Madhukar Jhingan, Akhil Reddy,
Virendra Sharma and many others for the concept and execution of this
exhibition with the active and strong support of other philatelists of which I
have been in interaction with Dharamdev Maurya. I just admire the designs of
the covers, especially the one issued from Prayagraj on AirMail day. The
webinars and jury participants' interaction have been the special treats. I
must add my pleasure that Rainbow Stamp News is honored to have interview of
Mr. Piyush Khaitan, Chairman of the Air Mail Society India Foundation and
Convener of AMSIPEX-25 who has been kind enough to explain all the questions
asked which reflects how much pains, efforts and dedication Team AMSIPEX-25 had
taken and exemplary collective team work done to make this
event great success.
When I think more about the
show, what I conclude is that this show has given strength to the idea of
conducting class based exhibitions as this will certainly encourage the
collectors of a particular class and so they shall be better served. Awarding One
frame Exhibits is yet another great idea which has never been
appreciated even by PCI and FIP. It was also nice to see that the media
covering the event was also recognized and appreciated. I must thank organizers
for appreciating Rainbow Stamp News along with other Philatelic bulletins and
journals. This has propagated the idea of appreciating and awarding philatelic
media as these bulletins, journals, periodicals are the backbone of philately
as they strongly help in making philately popular amongst stamp lovers and
keeping it alive with their information sharing, latest updates, scholarly
articles and other informative philatelic stuffs catering every type of
philatelist. Even social media like WhatsApp groups, Facebook etc.too have helped a
great deal to promote philately. To add to this even regular philatelic
writers, philatelic journalists, columnists too should be recognized and
appreciated even if they are not directly connected with the show. We must
admit that philatelic shows are organized not just to display exhibits but to
promote philately and to recognize the work done by exhibitors, philatelists,
philatelic organizations, media etc. I appeal to other such large societies
SIPA, PSI, EIPA etc. and federations like PCI to look into this aspect and take
serious note of such acts of appreciation. PCI has already taken up the
appreciable project of recognizing and appreciating its members. But I appeal
PCI to look outside its blanket.
All in all, this exhibition
was for me a great success except for literature class where some more
deliberation was required to make it viewers friendly. Exhibiting literature
class has to be redesigned. I most humbly appeal or rather suggest to all the
stamp lovers especially the one interested in Aerophilately and Astrophilately
to become a member of Air Mail Society India Foundation. This society has
members of different cadre and philatelic stature with keen interest in sharing
and helping each other adhering to the basic motto of philately. Believe
me this will certainly help development of these classes of
philately in India. PCI too needs to think upon these lines particularly
looking into Thematic which has quite wide range and scope can be
considered for the next class based exhibition project as online exhibitions
are easy and helpful for the participants and visitors. These are
of course, low cost exhibitions also. There is a need to consider such
exhibitions as future regular exhibitions and so need to think
better on its development.
Finally, I wish all the
stamp lovers a relaxing, joyful and satisfying philatelic flight and hope that
my opinions and humble suggestions will find place in the mind of all
concerned.
-Naresh
Agrawal , Bilaspur (C.G.) email
nareshkumar1992@yahoo.co.in
Recent Indian Issues
11 March 2025: GI Products
of Bihar
22 March 2025: 5th
Battalion The Rajput Regiment - 5 x Rs 5
26 March 2025: Mata Karma – Rs 5
New Special Covers
7 March 2025 : Vasantotsav 2025, Raj Bhawan : Jatamansi : Dehradun
New Special Cancellations
17 March
2025 : 50th Birth Anniversary
: Dr Puneet Raj Kumar
20 March 2025 : Caring & Sharing : Bengaluru
22 March 2025 : Cricket
: Mastering the skill of thrill
22 March 2025 : World Water Day
In The News
View : Result
Indian Winners
Heartiest Congratulations to all Winners !
1.Madhukar
Jhingan 2.Sandeep Murjani 3, Savita Jhingan 4. Sushil Mehra 5. Ramachandran Mahalingam
6. Gauresh Mehra
LARGE
VERMEIL MEDAL
Madhukar Jhingan – The
Indian Aerogrammes: Inland Issues
Savita Jhingan – From
India to Space
Kasaravalli Ananya –
Myriad Facets of Indian Woman
Mahurkar Katyayani –
Power & Grace, World of Mighty Birds of Prey
VERMEIL
MEDAL
Natarajan Lakshmi –
Perfins of Cochin
Ramachandran Madhav – A
study of Cochin Anchal Postmarks and Cancellations
Murjani Sandeep – Air
India, from Roots to Routes
Ramachandran Maheswari –
Kashmir – Heaven on Earth
Mehra Sushil – An Early
Portrait of Bengalaru
LARGE
SILVER MEDAL
Ramachandran Mahalingam
– Cochin Postal History
Mehra Gauresh – Halley's
Comet - The Science Narratives and business around the Haileys Comet
Mehra Sushil – A Post
Office Adventure along the British Indian Railway
Mehra Gauresh – Glimpses
of Bombay
SILVER
MEDAL
Raghavan Akshaya – The
Railway Mail Service of Cochin
Murjani Sandeep – Indian
Airlines
Recent Stamp Exhibitions
THAILAND 2025 Asian International Stamp Exhibition
From 8 -12 August 2025
It will be organized under the
Patronage of the Federation of Inter-Asian Philately (FIAP)
National Commissioner
VIRENDRA SHARMA
185, Bhupalpura Main Road,
Udaipur, Rajasthan - 313001, INDIA
Email virsharma@yahoo.com WhatsApp +91-9928570097
Apprentice National Commissioner
Aditya Asthana
N3-502 Vatika Lifestyle Homes,
Sector 83, Vatika India Next,
Gurugram, Haryana
122012
Email adityaasthana@live.com WhatsApp +91-9582212130
AUSVIPEX
-2025
Deadlines
Entries close: 28 September 2025
Title
Pages to Judges: Mon 5 October 2025
Scans
by: 20 Oct 2025 (but can be sent anytime up until then)
Exhibition
available on line for Judges: from Friday 13 November 2025.
Exhibition
available on line for public viewing: from Friday 27 November 2025.
Results
available: Friday 4 December 2025.
Feedback
to Exhibitors: Week commencing Mon 7 December 2025.
On
Line until 28 Feb 2026
Frames
Available: 500
Exhibition
Website https://ausvipex2025.com
Organisation
The
Australian Virtual Philatelic Exhibition 2025 (AUSVIPEX 2025) is an online
National Philatelic Exhibition organised by the Australian Philatelic
Federation (APF). These regulations are based on the APF Regulations for
Australian Philatelic Exhibitions.
For
all enquiries email: Ausvipex2025@gmail.com
Conditions of Participation
Participation
in the Exhibition is open to all exhibitors worldwide. They do not need to be a member of an
affiliated organisation. The exhibitor must be the bona-fide owner of the
exhibit.
Exhibits
must be of 2-8 frames based on 16 sheets (approximately 28-29 cm x 23 cm each)
per frame. Page size is not critical but entries must be in the format of
frames each comprising 16 single sheets or the equivalent in double pages or
square pages, or a combination of single, double or square pages corresponding
to a ‘frame’ in a physical exhibition.
Exhibits
may come from any of the FIP or APF competitive classes, except for the
One-Frame Class. Only electronic (or digital) Literature Class entries will be
accepted. Exhibits will be classified and judged in their respective FIP class
or Australian National Class. Judging is based on the regulations of their
respective classes and these Guidelines. Each entry must be entered in the
correct class. Non-competitive entries
will be by invitation of the Committee only.
Entries
can be either scans of exhibits prepared and mounted on paper or exhibits
prepared using scans of philatelic items with the pages prepared on a
computer. If the latter, the nature of
preparation must be declared. The items scanned must be owned by the exhibitor
and the scans must not be embellished in any way.
All
entries will be displayed on the Exhibition website and available for public
viewing.
Entry fees
The frame fee of $20
per frame (multi-frame exhibits) or $25 (Electronic Literature entries) must
accompany the entry form.
EuroPhilex Birmingham 2025
European Philatelic Exhibition
7-11 May 2025
Visit : https://europhilex2025.co.uk/
SAVPEX-2025
10th
South African Virtual Philatelic Exhibition SAVPEX 2025 will be held in June
2025.
The last date for entries is on 30 April 2025. There is no national
commissioner.
Direct entry (josuav528@gmail.com)
Visit : https://stampssa.africa/
PHILAKOREA 2025 Specialised World Stamp Championship
Exhibition
From 17 - 21 September, 2025
At COEX Le West Convention Center in Seoul, Rep. of Korea.
National Commissioner for India,
KAPIL GOGRI
Email : kapilg25@hotmail.com WhatsApp +91.98211.11140
OR CC. to the Apprentice National Commissioner for India,
Meena Mutha :Email meenu55@gmail.com
Dubai 2026
Visit & Participate Dubai FIP World Stamp Exhibition
For more details & Form download click : https://dubai2026wse.com/
Send your application form at earliest or contact: India Commissioner / Asst. Commissioner, Dubai 2026
MACAO 2026
FIP Patronage Specialized WSC
Dates: 26 Jun to 1 Jul, 2026
PHILATAIPEI
2026
FIP Patronage General World
Dates: 19 - 24 Nov 2026
As
per guidelines of Dept, cover dimension should be 110 /220 mm.Fact is that
width of A4 is 210mm and Now a days people (specially newcomers) use A4 sheets
for making exhibits. Due to dimensional shortage those covers don’t fit in A4
paper. That’s why, I had requested cover size as 110/205 but denied by
authorities. I want to know width of covers which were recently issued in other
part of country. Those were 210 or less in width ?
Size of recent special cover from Dehradun
Point is that how new exhibits would come out? Can anyone make an exhibit of special covers from Dehradun? If you guide them to use bigger pages (square or A3) no newcomers will try that. They have many other activities apart from philately.For promotion of philately in India, Dept must look into that and revise their policy.
I am surprised “why this point was not raised by people who are advisors to Department “? Everyone is not a collector of postal history or tradition Philately.
-Ashok Kumar Tiwary - Jamshedpur
Interview
Interview with Piyush Khaitan,
Convenor of AMSIPEX-25, the 1st InternationalVirtual Aerophilatelic and Astrophilatelic Exhibition 15-23 February 2025 (www.amsipex.com)
Piyush Khaitan, FRPSL, FPCI is Chairman of the Air Mail Society India Foundation and Convenor of AMSIPEX-25. He has been an ardent Aerophilatelist for many years. His exhibit on Indian Crash Mails won the Champion of Champions award in Amritpex 2023, the most recently concluded National Exhibition and his exhibit on Indian Air Mail (1911-1939) won a Gold Medal at the recently concluded FIP WSC exhibition - Uruguay 2025 in February ‘25.
He is also the Chairman of the PCI Philatelic Trust and The Khaitan
Foundation, both dedicated to the promotion of philately. He is an active
contributor to various philatelic journals and speaker at events and webinars.
He maintains several websites dedicated to the hobby as his contribution to
share his research, collection and knowledge, and to kindle interest within
other collectors
J.R.D. Tata signed First Flight cover of Tata Sons Ltd.
15 Oct 32 from Karachi to Bombay
We have 64 members and we are associate members of the PCI and a member of F.I.S.A., the worldwide Federation of Aerophilatelic and Astrophilatelic Societies. Our major activities and plans are listed below:
· Our website (www.airmailsocietyindia.org) gives all information about our society. We plan to expand this with much more subject related information.
· We have an active WhatsApp group where members post questions and share information about Indian Air Mails.
· We also have a YouTube channel called Hawa Sae (By Air) where we have over 20 videos posted already. (https://www.youtube.com/@HawaSaeByAir)
· We celebrate special occasions by launching special covers and cancellations and are have launched our 4th special cover in the last one year.
· We plan to start regular monthly club meetings on zoom very soon.
· We also plan to organise workshops for novice exhibitors on how to build and improve exhibits
· In order to encourage youth participation, we plan to launch youth membership at significantly discounted rates.
· A unique feature that we will announce shortly is International Digital Membership whereby AMSI members can get digital membership of other worldwide air mail societies for a nominal amount.
There were some big wins for us which will help in development of this hobby.
Firstly, this is one of the few
specialised exhibitions with international participation. We attracted
participation from 16 countries and to that extent managed to bring air mail
collectors from across the world closer together. This is important because
international air mail involves postal systems of all the countries of the
world working in close collaboration with each other. We hope that air mail
collectors form different counties will also come together in the same spirit.
Secondly, in India, Aerophilately is
still a very underappreciated subject. For example, in the last National event,
Amritpex 2023, out of a total of 244 exhibits, only 13 were Aerophilately
related. Events line AMSIPEX-25 help build a greater awareness of the subject
and hopefully, more people will go deeper into this aspect.
Thirdly, the resources needed for a
physical exhibition in terms of money and organisation are considerable.
Holding a virtual event is more
easily accomplished. We were able to
demonstrate that a newly formed club with almost no resources was able to host a world class
event. We hope this will serve as an inspiration for other small clubs and societies.
Que5: We have observed you have entertained almost every participant by serving/awarding medallions. What’s the idea behind it?
As far as medals and marks are
concerned, we have followed FIP guidelines. This means that medals were only
awarded to exhibits scoring a certain minimum number of marks. The scoring and
award of medals was left entirely to the jury. We were fortunate to have a
world-class jury of eight international FIP accredited members. The jury chairman jury Chairman Glen Stafford is also the chairman of the FIP Aerophilately Commission. Likewise, the Astrophilately jury team leader teal leader
Charles Bromser is the Chairman of the FIP Astrophilatelic Commission. The jury
Secretary, Madhukar Jhingan, brought in his considerable experience.
We did come up with two innovations:
·
We awarded medals to single frame exhibitors as
well. Most exhibitions do not do this, and we felt this is not fair. A single
frame exhibit is not easy to make as it is only for narrow topics where there
is not enough material to build a multi-frame exhibit. Exhibitors in this class
certainly deserve a medal.
· We created a novice class for exhibitors who are first time exhibitors or who have not won qualifying medals in previous events. The feedback for this was very positive and we got a huge response. Awarding medals to such participants was very motivating for them.
The webinar was a great success. I was
worried that people would find it rather long. The meeting room opened at 4:00
PM for the networking session and we started the inauguration followed by the
webinar shortly thereafter. It continued till 9:30 PM. What I found amazing was
that almost the entire audience stayed on from start to finish. Very few people
left in between. We had curated a diverse variety of topics covering both
Indian and Foreign airmail and Astrophilately. The question answer sessions were
lively, and the audience engaged actively with the speakers. Markand Dave, our
OC member, deserves the credit for organizing this webinar.
The Jury feedback session was well appreciated by exhibitors as they got an opportunity to hear directly from the jury about their exhibits and what could be done to improve them in future. The jury chair started the session with a brief presentation on the FIP regulations around aerophilatelic exhibiting and this set the context for the feedback discussions. He pointed out that a common mistake exhibitors make is not giving adequate importance to their requirements. This point was driven home very effectively by his presentation and feedback.
At the conclusion of AMSIPEX-25 we reached out to all exhibitors and other supporters with a feedback questionnaire. Several of them took the trouble to respond. This feedback was very helpful to us and we have a long list of things that can do differently in future events as well as suggestions on what more can be done.
For example, there was a suggestion to allow multilingual exhibits in all FIP approved languages. This would help create a more international character to such an event. Another suggestion was around organising AMSIPEX under a broad-spectrum character so that air mail related exhibits falling under different classes like postal history, postal stationary etc. can also be exhibited here while being judged under the regulations concerning their respective classes. These are all major decisions, and we need to carefully consider the feasibility and suitability of these before we implement.
Que 8: We do appreciate the beautiful, well designed special covers issued before and during the exhibition especially the one on Air Mail Day from Prayagraj, venue of Maha Kumbh. How the idea came in to your mind and how the whole venture was executed?
Special covers and special cancellations provide a permanent record of important developments and serve as building blocks in a collection. Every year there are a few important events and issuing special covers is a great way to celebrate these.
Special covers issued by AMSI in 2024-25
I have three suggestions for new collectors:
·
Get hold of foundational literature on Indian
Air Mails. There is a set of books that form the basis of study of this subject. You need to have access
to these to develop your collection. The golden rule is ‘First read the book,
then buy the cover’. The AMSI is happy to help in suggesting the right books
for you end connecting you with sources where you can procure them.
·
Remember that air mail is much more than first
flight covers. Most collectors start air mail collecting with first flight
covers but unfortunately don’t go beyond that. It is very important for serious
collectors to go deeper into a study of routes, rates, auxiliary markings,
crash covers, and so many other aspects to really enjoy the depth and the
beauty of this subject. Again, access to the right literature is key.
·
Start exhibiting. Do not wait for the perfect
moment. Preparing an exhibit is the best way for you to improve your collection, knowledge
and presentation skills. You will keep getting
better with time but there is no excuse to not exhibit. I can
speak from personal experience that it is only after I started exhibiting about
eight years ago that I was able to take my own study and collection to a higher
level.
Thank you for asking. This is the most
meaningful part of the hobby for me; sharing with others. I have already spoken
about AMSI, but let me summarise briefly.
• We have an active
website (www.airmailsocietyindia.org) with basic information about our
activities and membership. I encourage all readers to join. It is a very easy 3
minute on-line registration process to join AMSI. (https:// www.airmailsocietyindia.org/ membership.html).
• For Amsipex-25 we
have a dedicated website (www.amsipex.com) where full information about the
event including about 266 Frames of Aerophilatelic and Astrophilatelic
exhibits, our souvenir book with excellent articles, results of the event etc.
are all available for viewing.
· We also have an active YouTube channel with
regular updates (https://www.youtube.com/ @HawaSaeByAir). Over 20 videos on the
subject have been posted already.
·
We also have an active WhatsApp group for
members where information and questions on Indian Air Mails are discussed.
·
www.airindiacollector.com is primarily dedicated to Air-India and other
Indian Civil Aviation memorabilia and ephemera. It also hosts some very
important resources like a detailed listing of books and links dedicated to
Indian Civil Aviation and Indian Air Mails.
·
www.indianairmails.com is a site with
information on Indian Aerophilately. Here I have created sections like
Pre-1953 Airlines (pre-nationalisation era) and listed over a dozen private
airlines, their flights and flight covers; special sections on Tata Airlines,
Air-India and Indian Airlines; Foreign Airlines flights to India and finally a
section with listings and images of Indian mail connected with Zeppelin &
Catapult mail, Rocket Mail, Pigeon Mail, Balloon Mail, IAF etc.
·
www.stampexhibiting.com is a site for Indian Stamp Exhibitors. Here I list all State,
National, Asian (FIAP) and World (FIP) events with full pre-event information
like official website URL, important dates, commissioner details, IREX etc.
There is also a post-event archive with results, Palmares, photographs etc. to
serve as a permanent record.
·
www.jusqua.org is
a recent effort in collaboration with Jan C. ter Welle, the famous Dutch expert
on the subject of Jusqu’a Handstamps and Other route Indicators. I have
digitised all his research and added more information where I could. Of
particular interest is the Indian Markings section I have added with
information not only on the theme referred to above, but also other Auxiliary
Markings like Missent (Maldrige), Service Suspended, Late Fee & Too Late,
No Air Mail service etc.
Interview: Naresh Agrawal
Specialized Section
Agatha
Christie’s popularity IS
SLIGHTLY LESS than god
(pt II)
The history
of detective fiction is a history of bestselling writers – Conan Doyle, Dorothy
L. Sayers, and more recently, crime writers like James Patterson and Patricia
Cornwell – but Dame Agatha Mary Clarissa Christie -The “Mystery Queen is
in the Guinness Book of World Records as the World's Bestselling
Author of all time. Her books have sold over 2 billion copies in 44
languages.
After
working as a nurse during World War I, Christie became an apothecaries'
assistant, allowing her access to a myriad of toxins and perhaps this was the
reason she chosen method of death by poisoning in many of her mystery novels.
The Pale Horse is one of them and in West Germany in 1981; a criminal attempted
murder copying the manner adopted in this novel.
HER NOVEL
SAVED A DYING GIRL
“The Pale
Horse” novel not only used to plan a murder but also helped to save life of a
toddler. He was dying from some sort of wasting disease that no one could
seem to identify, until one of her nurses recalled “The Pale Horse”, the
Christie novel she was reading. The Christie character was a victim of thallic
poisoning and suffered from many of the same symptoms as the dying tot. In a
last-ditch effort to figure out what was going on, the nurse had the patient’s
thallium levels tested. They were more than 10 times the normal amount. After
treatment, the girl made a full recovery. It was later determined that
pesticides containing the deadly substance were regularly used around her home.
“The Pale Horse”
“MANX
GOLD” HELPED PROMOTING TOURISM
Her novels
also helped in promoting tourism on Isle of Man. In 1930, Agatha Christie was
commissioned to write “Manx Gold”, a mystery story serialized in the “Daily
Dispatch”. It contained cryptic clues to the hiding places on the island of
four £100 treasure-hunt prizes, with the idea of enticing vacationers to the
Isle of Man — and it worked!
“Manx Gold”, Isle of Man, 2003
One of a set of six stamps issued by the Isle of Man Post focusing
on writers and literature associated with the island. Each stamp in the set
includes an extract from the featured publication in micro text, which can be
read with a strong magnifying glass.
WHEN SHE
HERSELF BECAME REAL LIFE- MYSTERY
She was not only “Queen of Mystery Novels” but herself became
headline news in a real-life mystery when for 10 days in December 1926, she
vanished after crashing her Morris motor car. Massive police searches failed to
trace her whereabouts, and the newspaper investigations rivalled those of
today's tabloids in their fancifulness if not their scatological detail. Agatha
was eventually traced to the Hydropathic Hotel in Harrogate. She had lost her
memory. The hotel register showed she had used an assumed name. Confusingly,
she also placed a classified advertisement in The Times requesting that friends
and relatives make contact. The assumed surname she adopted was identical with
that of the woman loved by her husband, Archibald Christie. Some months after
the incident he and Agatha separated.
Missing Agatha was traced to the Hydropathic Hotel in
Harrogate
DETECTIVE
POIROT’s BOOKS HONOURED ‘MYSTERY SERIES OF THE CENTURY’
She created all time famous and much loved character - the fastidious Belgian sleuth, Hercule Poirot in 1916 for her first novel ‘The Mysterious Affair at Styles’. Out of 66 murder and detective mysteries, 33 were featuring Poirot and at the Bouchercon World Mystery Convention in May 2000 they received the honour ‘Mystery Series of the Century’.
Hercules Poirot, Solomon Islands 2015 and Nicaragua 1973
Hercules Poirot reached international fame in 1926, when "The
Murder of Roger Ackroyd" was published. The mystery concerns a killing for
which all suspects appear to have an alibi, until the murderer’s method is
revealed in clever plot twist. The solution of this mystery, of the narrator as
prosecutor, originated a violent debate in the world of the mystery novel.
"The Murder of Roger Ackroyd", GB 2016
Detail from "The Murder of Roger Ackroyd", GB 2016
depicting Lover's suicide note reprinted in full in micro text.
The
popularity that Poirot received then has continued. His tiny "gray
cells" are legendary for their exactitude. Poirot is classified as
belonging to the system of intuition, using the theoretical approach instead of
the scientific for deduction.
HER NOVEL
KEPT IN LOCKER FOR 35 YEARS BEFORE PUBLISHING
But, Christie disliked Hercule Poirot, calling him ‘a detestable,
bombastic, tiresome, egocentric little creep’ and actually planned to kill him
off as early as the 1940s, when she wrote ‘Curtain: Poirot’s Last Case’,
the novel in which Poirot meets his end.
Towards the end of the novel, the great detective dies leaving a
sealed envelope addressed to his 'Watson', Captain Hastings, containing the
solution to the case. 'We shall not hunt together again, my friend. Our first
hunt was here - and our last.'
But Poirot not finally killed off – until 1975, a year before
Christie herself died. She stored this novel in a US bank vault, heavily
insured against its destruction by Nazi bombs. Intending it to be published
after her death, she was persuaded to release it in 1975 when it became clear
she was too aged to write a new book for Christmas. Its first edition set a
record sale of 1, 50,000 in first year.
‘Curtain: Poirot’s Last Case’
POIROT IS
ONLY FICTIONAL CHARACTER FOR WHOM AN OBITUARY PUBLISHED
The death
of the world's most famous Belgian made an extraordinary impact. Among many
obituaries was one with a photograph on the front page of the New York
Times-the only time a fictional character has been afforded this accolade.
The New York Times published an obituary for Agatha Christie's
character Hercule Poirot on its front page in 1975.
MISS
MARPLE WAS MODELLED ON HER MATERNAL GRANDMOTHER
In the
literature world, Agatha Christie is the only crime writer to have created two
equally famous and much loved characters - Hercule Poirot and Miss
Marple.
The
intuitive English Spinster detective ‘Miss Marple’,featuring in 12
novels was based, in part, on her step-grandmother and in words of
Christie- “some of my step-grandmother's Ealing cronies—old ladies whom I have
met in so many villages where I have gone to stay as a girl.”
Miss Marple’ Dominica 1996 and Guernsey 1996
Margaret Rutherford as Miss Jane Marple in movies: Murder, She Said
(1961); Murder at the Gallop (1963); Murder Most Foul (1964); Murder Ahoy
(1964); The Alphabet Murders (1966)
‘Murder at
the Vicarage’, set in the village of St Mary's Mead is the murder mystery novel
in which the redoubtable Jane Marple makes her first appearance. Her deductions
are based on character observations, often linked to the behaviour of the
inhabitants of the village.
‘‘Murder at the Vicarage’, Reverse side of the Booklet pane, GB
1991
In 2013,
it was voted the best crime novel ever by 600 fellow writers of the Crime
Writers' Association.
MISS MARPLE STORIES IN ONE VOLUME HOLDS RECORD OF WORLD’S THICKEST BOOK
In 2009, Harper Collins published the World’s Thickest Book
containing in one volume all Agatha Christie's Miss Marple stories - 12 novels
and 20 short stories making it a Guinness World Records.
The book is as much a technological feat as a literary one, if not
more so. It is 4,032 pages long, all collected in a spine 322 mm (12.6 inches)
thick, bound in maroon leather with gilt writing on the cover and appropriately
enough, paged edged with red speckling. At 8.02 kilograms, it weighs as much as
a medium-sized dog, even more when it's in its bespoke suede-lined wooden box
with a handle. It's made up of 252 separate 16-page sections, which are
hand-sewn together and to the spine reading at a pace of 30 pages an hour; it
would take around 134 hours to finish the book.
In this collection, there are 68 crimes committed; 11 philandering
lovers; 68 secrets and lies; 22 false accusations; 59 red-herrings and 21
romances. In all, 43 murders are solved: 12 poisonings; 6 strangulations; 2
drownings; 2 stabbings; a burning; one blow to the head; one death by an arrow
and 2 people pushed. 143 cups of tea are drunk in the massive volume, there are
66 maids and 47 garments are knitted. 500 copies of this limited edition
record-breaking book are produced and retails at an eye-watering price of
£1,000 each.
Contd. Pt 3
Beginners’ Section
The first album of the Beatles
The Beatles came
to America in February 1964, launching the British Invasion.
On March 22, 1963, the Beatles released their first full-length album, Please Please Me.The Beatles first formed in 1957 as the Quarrymen and established themselves as a popular live act in Liverpool and Hamburg, Germany. In 1962, the band signed with Parlophone and recorded their first two singles, “Love Me Do” and “Please Please Me.” By early 1963, “Love Me Do” reached number 17 on the UK charts. Then on January 19, they appeared on the popular television show Thank Your Lucky Stars, and performed “Please Please Me.”
Music Icon : John Linen
Over
night, the Beatles became one of the hottest acts in Britain, and their record
label requested a full album. So at 10 a.m. on February 11, the Beatles made
their way to the legendary Abbey Road studios, previously known for its
recordings of the London Symphony Orchestra. Their producer, George Martin,
wanted the album to capture the intense energy of their live performances.
Contrary to standard practice, they recorded almost every song live, rather
than editing all the pieces together. The session was a testament to the
Beatles’ work ethic – grinding out take after take and song after song. And
when the rest of the crew left for a lunch break, the band stayed behind to
rehearse.
Beatles Memorabilia
By 10 p.m., the Beatles had completed nine songs. Front man John Lennon had been working though a cold the entire day, but they needed to record one more song – “Twist and Shout.” Though his voice was nearly gone, Lennon took a few throat lozenges and poured all his energy into two takes of the song. He later said that that song “nearly killed me… Every time I swallowed it was like sandpaper. I was always bitterly ashamed of it, because I could sing it better than that; but now it doesn’t bother me. You can hear that I’m just a frantic guy doing his best.”
Beatles albums
Within 13 hours, the Beatles recorded their first
album. Eight of the 14 songs that would appear on the final album (four had
been previously recorded) were written by Lennon and Paul McCartney. They originally
planned to title the album Off the Beatle Track, but due to the
popularity of the recent single, they decided to name it Please Please
Me.
The
album was released over a month later, on March 22. It entered the UK charts on
April 6 and spent 30 weeks at number one. It was knocked out of first place by
the Beatles next album, With the Beatles. In all, Please Please Me spent 70
weeks on the charts. The album wasn’t released in America until 1987, though
many of the songs were included on the 1964 album Introducing… The Beatles,
which was sold in the US.
John Linen
Please
Please Me marked the start of “Beatlemania” and led to an invitation to appear
on The Ed Sullivan Show, which launched The Beatles into stardom in the US.
What followed was a magical ride, as The Beatles – with Lennon and McCartney
writing almost all of the songs – recorded 22 No. 1 hits from 1963-69. In an
8-year run, the band released 13 albums. They affected the music and culture of
the generation.
The Beatles appeared on The Ed Sullivan Show four times
John Lennon married Yoko Ono in Gibraltar on the 20th March 1969 by special licence in a three-minute ceremony on Friday 21st March 1969. It was John Lennon who commented on his marriage ceremony being so conventional. Who would have thought that one of the great icons of modern music would have had such a simple and 'British' affair? .
The stamps commemorate
his life and the Miniature Sheet his marriage at the Registry Office in
Gibraltar.
Yoko wore a short
mini-skirt and sunglasses at their wedding. They honeymooned in Amsterdam. John
and Yoko were separated for a year in 1974. They reconciled in 1975. Their
marriage ended with his death on December 8, 1980.
Wedding Album is the
final in a succession of three experimental albums by John Lennon and Yoko Ono.
Released in 1969, it consisted of two tracks, one on each side of the record:
"John &
Yoko", the first side, is a recording of Lennon and Ono calling to each
other, through a range of emotions, over the sound of their heartbeats.’
"Amsterdam",
the second side, consists of interviews, conversations, and captured sounds
during the couple's famous "Bed-In" honeymoon, after being married on
20 March of that year. Interestingly, a brief excerpt of the Beatles song, "Because"
appears on this side.
The record came as an
elaborate box set designed by John Kosh, including sets of photos, drawings by
Lennon, a reproduction of the marriage certificate, a picture of a slice of
wedding cake (inside a white sleeve), and a booklet of press clippings about the
couple.
Legendary
musician John Lennon was honoured by UNPA on its postage stamps released in the
same year that his iconic song, “Imagine,” turned 50. On September 21 which falls on the annual
International Day of Peace the United
Nations Postal Administration (UNPA)
released a set of three different stamps honoring the late and former
Beatle. Each depicts a portrait of Lennon from various points of his life
illustrated by engraver Martin Mörck.
“We can best
honour the International Day of Peace by standing up against acts of hate, and
by spreading compassion, kindness and hope so the world can “live as one” –
just as John Lennon imagined,” said
the UNPA on its website announcing
the stamps.
Stories Behind Stamps
China
- 10¢-on-9-candareen dark green stamp, 1897
Price : USD 933,000
The 1897
10¢-on-9-candareen dark green Dragons and Shou stamp with the 10¢ surcharge
reversed is a genuine philatelic jewel of Chinese philately. Considered one of
the most important stamps from China's Empress Dowager issue, the item is
extremely valuable and fetches high prices whenever it emerges at auction.
Philatelists believe that just three samples survived, with one unused specimen
being provided by Spink in January 2019. The auction firm described it as
"centred on one corner but still exhibiting exceptional margins, large to
enormous." There is a tiny perforation at the stamp's foot, but otherwise
it is a very fresh stamp with vibrant colors and on white paper." This
item was the actual star of the sale. Previously held by Sir Percival David,
the superb copy of this iconic stamp, considered the rarest and most
sought-after Dowager surcharge, was sold for an astonishing sum of
HK$6,100,000, or around $933,300.
Reference : https://findyourstampsvalue.com/rarest-stamps/most-valuable-chinese-stamps
-Nisarg Sutaria : email : nisargsutaria78@gmail.com
Birth of
a Coin
(From
the Series- “Pennywise- World Coins on stamps”)
-Capt.
Vijay Wadhwa
A Time Before Coins
Since the dawn of recorded
history men and women have traded goods with each other to get thing they
needed or wanted: eggs for firewood, onions for a blanket… The list goes
on and on. To make this trading process or barter easier people began introducing
items that acted as units of value, and these were early examples of currency.
The first known examples of currency or money go back to the eight century BC
in China where knives, hoes, and billhooks (pruning tools) with inscriptions
designating the authority of the issuer were used as money.
Barter
system, before birth of a coin
The durable and malleable properties of metals have always made them a natural choice as the basis of any system of money. The Ancient Egyptians, who did not develop a coinage system, used bars of gold of a set weight starting around the 4th millennium BC. In the Middle East, gold rings served both as jewelry and a form of currency along with gold and silver bars that could be cut to fixed weights.
The type of metal
used in these units of exchange depended largely on a local source of metal. In
towns and cities along the coast of the Aegean Sea, ingots of copper weighing
up to 55 pounds became a unit of exchange. In Italy, lumps of bronze, known as aes
rude, formed a currency in early times, followed by bars
of regular weight.
These early forms of
“heavy” currencies derived from copper, iron, and bronze were useful metals
suitable for making tools, weapons, and implements. The introduction of
precious metals of gold and silver as a medium of exchange made it imperative to
standardize the weight and purity of the metal bars and ingots. Once it became
commonplace for small quantities of gold and silver to be accepted as units of
value for trade, the door was opened for a true coinage system to emerge.
The Birth of Coins: A Standardized Medium of Exchange
The transition from metal
objects to coins as we know them today was a significant development in the
history of money. Coins emerged as a solution to the need for a more
standardized, reliable, and efficient form of currency.
The Lydian's and the
First Coins
Lydia: The Cradle of
Coinage:
Around 2700 years ago, the
early Greeks began to make crude coins out of precious metals to facilitate
trade at home and with cities around the Mediterranean Sea. The ancient Greek
historian Herodotus, writing in about 430 BC, reported the Lydians as “the
first people we know of to strike coins of silver and gold.” The oldest known
coins were unearthed in 1904 by British Museum archaeologists at the Temple of
Artemis in Ephesus. The temple was dedicated to Artemis, Greek goddess of the
wilderness, wild animals, and the moon. The elaborate temple is one of the
seven wonders of the ancient world.
Electrum Coins:
The earliest Lydian coins
were made from electrum, a naturally occurring alloy of gold and silver. These
coins were stamped with simple designs, such as a lion's head, and were used
for trade and taxation. The use of electrum coins provided a consistent and
trusted medium of exchange, facilitating trade across the region.
The ancient city of Ephesus
is located on the western coastline of modern-day Turkey on the Aegean Sea.
British archaeologists unearthed about 90 coins made of electrum, a naturally
occurring alloy of gold and silver, at the temple site. The stash of coins
consisted of some that were crude lumps of electrum of uniform weight and
others that were marked with a simple punch, with the remainder of the coins
bearing a combination of animal representations and punch marks.
The coins were found in a
stratum of soil that predated King Croesus, who reigned over Lydia from 560 BC
until his defeat by the Persian king Cyrus the Great around 546 BC. This
indicates the coins were probably struck before the reign of Croesus, and the
coins could date as early as the reign of Gyges or one of his descendants in
the early to mid-seventh century BC. The image of a lion found on early Lydian
coins gives credence to the conjecture since the lion was part of the coat of
arms of Gyges and his dynasty.
The Spread of Coinage
Greek Adoption and
Innovation:
The concept of coinage
quickly spread from Lydia to the Greek city-states. The Greeks adopted and
refined the idea, creating coins with more intricate designs and inscriptions
that often-depicted gods, goddesses, and symbols of the city-state. For example,
Athens minted the famous tetradrachm, which featured the owl of Athena, a
symbol of wisdom and the city’s patron goddess.
Persian Empire:
The Achaemenid Empire
(550–330 BCE) under Darius I further expanded the use of coins, issuing the
gold daric and silver siglos, which were used throughout the empire. These
coins facilitated trade and helped unify the vast territories under Persian
rule by providing a standard currency.
Roman Empire:
The Romans adopted coinage from the Greeks and developed a sophisticated system of currency, including the denarius, which became one of the most widely used coins in the ancient world. Roman coins featured the images of emperors and conveyed messages of power and legitimacy across the empire.
EARLY GREEK COINS, в.с. 700-480.
1. Ionia (El.);
2. Ephesus? (El.)
3. Croesus (AV ).
4. Athens (R);
5. Calymna (R);
6. Aegina (R);
7. Tarentrum (AR);
8. Syracuse (AR).
Circumstances Leading to the Need for Coins
The development of coins
was driven by several key factors, each addressing specific economic,
political, and social needs of ancient civilizations.
Standardization of Value
Reliable Measure of Value:
One of the primary reasons
for the creation of coins was the need for a standardized measure of value.
Metal objects used as currency in pre-coinage economies were often weighed to
determine their value, but this was time-consuming and prone to inaccuracies.
Coins, with a fixed weight and metal content, provided a consistent and
reliable measure of value, which was essential for trade.
Facilitating Trade:
As trade networks expanded,
especially between different regions and cultures, the need for a common medium
of exchange became more pressing. Coins, with their standardized value,
facilitated trade by eliminating the need for constant negotiation and weighing
of goods. They also allowed for more complex economic transactions, including
loans, savings, and large-scale purchases.
Symbolism and Propaganda
Political Messaging:
Coins were not only
economic tools but also instruments of political messaging. The images and
inscriptions on coins conveyed the power, legitimacy, and achievements of
rulers. By circulating coins bearing their likenesses, rulers could assert
their presence and authority throughout their realms. For example, Alexander
the Great issued coins with his image after his conquests, symbolizing his
dominance over the newly acquired territories.
Cultural Identity:
Coins also played a role in
promoting cultural identity and unity. The symbols and deities depicted on
coins were often chosen to represent the values and beliefs of the issuing
society. This helped foster a sense of shared identity among the people who used
the coins, reinforcing social cohesion.
Government Control and
Taxation
Monetary Policy:
By issuing coins,
governments could exert greater control over the economy. Coins allowed rulers
to standardize the currency used within their domains, ensuring that taxes,
tributes, and fines could be collected in a form that was easily recognizable
and accepted. For example, Roman emperors issued coins bearing their images and
titles, reinforcing their authority and the legitimacy of the currency.
Tax Collection:
The use of coins also
simplified the process of tax collection. Instead of collecting taxes in the
form of goods or services, governments could demand payment in coins, which
were easier to store, transport, and distribute. This shift was particularly important
in large, centralized states were maintaining and mobilizing resources was
crucial for governance.
4. Why Is It Called a
"Coin"?
The term "coin"
has its origins in the Latin word "cuneus," meaning
"wedge." The connection to "wedge" comes from the early
method of coin production, where metal was struck between two dies, much like a
wedge being driven into a material. Over time, the word evolved to refer
specifically to the round, stamped pieces of metal used as currency.
Evolution of the
Term
Ancient Terminology:
In ancient Rome, coins were
minted at the temple of Juno Moneta, the goddess of warning. The word
"moneta" eventually gave rise to the terms "money" and
"mint," both of which are directly related to coinage. The word
"coin" itself became more widely used as the practice of minting
coins spread across Europe.
Modern Usage:
Today, the word
"coin" is universally understood to mean a piece of metal issued by a
government for use as money. The term has been adopted into many languages,
reflecting the global significance and ubiquity of coinage in human societies.
Conclusion:
The Emergence of Coins as a
Transformative Milestone
The emergence of coins
marks a transformative milestone in human history, representing the shift from
barter and commodity money to a standardized and efficient medium of exchange.
Coins revolutionized trade, facilitated economic growth, and allowed governments
to exert greater control over their economies. They also became powerful
symbols of political authority and cultural identity, with their imagery and
inscriptions conveying messages that transcended mere transactions.
The term
"coin" itself, rooted in the processes of minting and the evolution
of language, reflects the deep connection between currency and the societies
that produce it. From the earliest electrum coins of Lydia to the complex
systems of currency in modern times, coins continue to play a vital role in the
economic and cultural life of humanity, serving as both practical tools and
enduring symbols of our shared history.
STRIKING THE COINS
Striking the coin was a relatively straightforward process (Illustrated as above). The flan, which was usually hot either from the casting or from reheating, was placed upon the lower die. The punch was positioned over it and hit with a hammer to impress the flan with the types incised on the dies. Two hammer blows would usually be enough to set the image. On the earliest coins an unadorned punch was used to press the flan into the image of the obverse die. The punch, much smaller than the blank, left a square or rectangular impression in the reverse of the coin. Soon the punch was decorated with a simple symbol, and by the end of the sixth century B.C. a true reverse die was usually attached to the punch. Yet it was often still smaller than the blank, so that the relief design on the reverse was set within a depression the shape of the reverse die , these are called incuse reverses.
In time the reverse
die grew in diameter to approximate the size of the flan and obverse die, and
although the reverses of most ancient coins are always slightly concave, by
Hellenistic and Roman times the concavity is hardly noticeable, and the form of
the reverse appears almost identical to that of the obverse.
-Capt. Vijay Wadhwa :
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New Issues from other
countries
Aland
19 March 2025 : Moped Car
Moped Car
The moped car, which
is classified as a moped despite its car-like design, has become a popular means
of transport among young people. With two seats and a top speed of 45 km/h, it
may be driven from 15 years of age.
Young artist Ksenija
Chezheghova’s interpretation of the moped car captures the sense of freedom and
fellowship that this symbol of youth evokes.
The stamp shows a
white moped car with a passenger, and the road in red granite and the blue sky
in the background add an Åland touch.
Croatia
20 March 2025 : Bridges And Viaducts
27 March 2025 : Easter
MAINLAND – ISLAND OF KRK BRIDGE
Krk, the largest Adriatic island, is connected to the mainland by a
solid connection across the islet of Sveti Marko, and consists of two
magnificent arch bridges, the larger of which held for a long time the title of
record holder for the largest span in its category. The island has significant
transport, industrial and tourist facilities (airport, oil industry and LG
terminal, a large number of hotels, etc.) as well as autochthon agriculture,
which gives this bridge a special significance.
Easter
In
the joyful iconography of Easter, three small animals are included: the rabbit,
the chick and the lamb. But while the rabbit and the chick remain on the bright
side, symbolizing the perpetual renewal of life, the lamb carries a different
meaning. Its symbolism, rooted in deep tradition, embraces both light and
darkness, life and its end. Even the most innocent image of a lamb, like the
one on this Easter stamp by Croatian Post, reminds us of the unfairness of its
short life and its innocence that makes up for the wrongs of others. As if,
since the dawn of history, the lamb has always been the “sacrificial lamb”.
Gibraltar
20 March 2025 : Cats
Cats
Ragdoll: Ragdolls are known for their striking blue eyes, silky semi-long fur,
and calm, affectionate nature. They are large, muscular cats but have a docile
temperament, often going limp when picked up, which is how they got their name.
Ragdolls are sociable and bond closely with their owners, enjoying a peaceful,
relaxed environment.
Siamese: Siamese cats are famous for their sleek, elegant appearance, with a short coat that highlights their striking color points on the ears, face, paws, and tail. They are highly vocal and expressive, known for their chatty, social nature. Siamese cats are intelligent, energetic, and form strong bonds with their human companions.
British Shorthair: British Shorthairs are stocky, muscular cats with a dense, plush coat
and a rounded face, often described as teddy bear-like. They are independent
and calm, making them easygoing companions. While not overly affectionate, they
are loyal and enjoy quiet companionship with their owners.
Persian: Persian cats are known for their luxurious, long fur and distinctive
flat-faced appearance. They have a sweet, gentle disposition, making them great
indoor pets. Persians are generally calm and enjoy lounging in quiet spaces,
requiring regular grooming to keep their coat in top condition.
Bengal: Bengals are wild-looking, athletic cats with a sleek, spotted or
marbled coat that resembles a leopard’s. They are highly active, playful, and
intelligent, often engaging in climbing and interactive play. Bengals have a
strong curiosity and adventurous spirit, making them great companions for
active households.
Maine Coon: Maine Coons are one of the largest domesticated cat breeds, known for
their long, shaggy coats and tufted ears. Despite their size, they are gentle
giants with friendly, affectionate personalities. They are playful, social, and
adapt well to both family life and independent living, making them versatile
companions.
Great Britain
27 March
2025 : Myths and Legends
Myths and Legends
The Landscape of the
United Kingdom is steeped in myths, legends and folktales that have captured
imaginations for centuries. We are exploring the mythical creatures and
legendary figures of folklore with a set of 8 illustrated stamps, looking into
the deeper meanings and values these stories convey.
1st Class: Beowulf and Grendel
1st Class: Blodeuwedd
1st Class: Loch Ness
Monster
1st Class: Cornish
Piskies
1st Class: Fionn mac
Cumhaill
1st Class: Black Shuck
1st Class: Grindylow
1st Class: Selkie
Monaco
21 March 2025:
About 50 Years of The
Monegasque Association For The Protection Of Nature
Romania
19
March 2025 : Foxwes
26
March 2025 : Holy Easter
UNO
25 April 2025 : Flora & Fauna : Endangered Species
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Current Philatelic Magazines – Newsletters
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published by Baroda Philatelic Society, Vadodara. Website -http://www.vadophil.org/
-Ananthpuri Stamp Bulletin - Monthly e -stamp bulletin of Anathapuri
Philatelic Association, Thiruvananthapuram.
Eduitor – Mohanachandran Nair
-Journal of the Army Philatelic Society
-India Post – Quarterly Journal of the India Study Circle publishes original
articles submitted by members of ISC.
-Deccan Philatelist edited by Dr Anjali Dutta email : dranjalidutta0303@gmail.com from Deccan Philatelic
Society, Pune.
-The Hyderabad Philatelist from Hyderabad Philatelic and Hobbies Society Editor
– Shri Prakash Agrawal
-SIPA Bulletin issued by South India Philatelists’ Association
-The Fila Capsule issued by
Eastern India Philatelists' Association, Bhubaneswar, Odisha. Editor - Dr
Bibhudutta Mishra
Acknowledgment
- Ananthapuri Stamp
Bulletin April 2025 issue edited by Mohanachandran Nair: email : apa.tvpm@gmail.com
- Judaica Thematic
Society, UK . Society Newsletter April 2025
edited by Gary Goodman email : judaicathematicsociety@talktalk.net
- FILA Capsule February 2025 issue edited by Dr Bibhudutta
Mishra .email : bhanubibhu68@gmail.com
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