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Dehradun April 2026 Vol. XIX
Issue No. 220
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XXV Olympic Winter Games
The
XXV Olympic Winter Games, also known as Milano Cortina 2026, were held in Italy
from February 6–22, 2026. This international multi-sport event was hosted
across Milan, Cortina d'Ampezzo, and other sites in Lombardy and Northeast
Italy, marking the first time two cities jointly hosted Winter Games. The Games
featured 116 events across 8 sports, with ski mountaineering making its debut.
Editorial……
Dear Reader,
I'm pleased to present the April 2026 issue of
Rainbow Stamp News. Philatelists are eagerly awaiting the National Philatelic
Exhibition, scheduled for this year. Following AMRITPEX 2023, we're due for
another big national philatelic show.
The dates and programs might be announced soon.
Let's hope it brings together philatelists and dealers from across the country.
Physical exhibitions offer a unique experience, allowing philatelists to
connect with fellow collectors, explore exhibits, and browse stamp counters
with varied philatelic material.
These events benefit both philatelists and
dealers, facilitating business and providing access to philatelic items. The
philatelic community, comprising collectors, dealers, societies, stamp clubs,
National Philatelic Federation, PCI, and the Department of Posts, work together
to promote this hobby.
A key highlight of these exhibitions is the
opportunity to discuss exhibits with judges and senior philatelists, gaining
insights on improvement and growth. It's a big event for the entire philatelic
community! We're eagerly looking forward to a wonderful National Philatelic
Show and will share more details as they're announced.
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
. From the Pen of Dipok Dey
· Specialized Section
· Beginners’ Section
. Stories Behind Stamps
. New Issues from Other Countries
. Stamps of the Month
. Philatelic Literature
· Philatelic Clubs and Society
· Blogs and Websites on Philately
· Current Philatelic Magazines and Newsletters
IS INNOVATION THE KEY FOR SURVAL OF PHILATELY
Post Luxembourg introduced the first-ever crypto-stamp linked to blockchain technology on 10 October 2023, showcasing a lion design. Comprising a traditional physical stamp valued at €9 and a corresponding digital twin, the latter serves as a collectible image that can be traded and exchanged .
Yes, of course, looking in to changing scenario where digitalization has become an important part of life and life style; innovation has become crucial for the survival and revitalization of philately. It has been established beyond doubt that this hobby today faces challenges from a predominantly digital world and a shrinking, aging demographic of collectors. While traditional collecting remains popular and will survive with its limitations, integrating modern technology and innovative approaches have become essential to attract younger generations to keep the hobby alive.
But the major concern today is that in this age of digitalization and immense effect and impact of social media on all age group of people and other digital attractions and distractions; how can the shrinking interest in philately be revived amid the disappearing practice of sending letters and effectively reduced traditional mail usage?
Hence, innovation in any form is now widely recognized as essential action for its survival for transformation from a declining traditional hobby into a modern, engaging pursuit. Hence, innovation in design, technology and marketing can only help survival of this old king of hobbies and can attract youth to take it forward.
On World Post Day, the head of the Universal Postal Union (UPU) while talking about future of postal services showed serious concern about the future of traditional mail system owing to the heavy competition being given by newly emerging fast digital systems and the private services taking over huge volume of mail transport and suggested that the future of postal services strongly depends on their ability to innovate and to embrace new technologies. And this quote indirectly reflects on the future of philately also. But again, the question arise is that the survival of philately depends mainly on physical mail and postal products production and carriage.
Although digital advancements have certainly threatened the hobby, but they have also propelled it forward. The focus has shifted toward creating "smart" and interactive philatelic products, ensuring that stamps remain relevant in an increasingly electronic world. Here it is important that restructuring and reshaping of philately and philatelic exhibiting keeping the digital products in mind has to be done.
In general the key innovations shaping the future of philately are like introduction of Crypto Stamps and NEFTs, e-philately and digital platforms, online market places and education, innovative designing and printing, Creative designs and thematic focus, new and untouched innovative themes and subjects, featuring advanced, interactive and high quality printing techniques such as block chain /crypto stamps, holograms and micro printing, emphasizing philately as a tool for cultural storytelling, rather than just franking involving creating thematic, artistic, and technologically enriched collections aimed at younger generations.
If we carefully go through the philatelic scenario in India, we find that in the last say 10 years, philately in India has transitioned from a traditional, paper-based hobby into a digital, interactive, and personalized experience in a big way. India Post has adopted modern technology to make philately more accessible and engaging, particularly for younger generations, while focusing on thematic, high-quality printing catering various new philatelic products and also digital and virtual philately has penetrated very deep. The key innovations and trends in Indian philately include: Launch of ePostOffice portal, virtual exhibitions and QR code integration which facilitates incorporation of QR codes for real-time tracking, enhanced information, and interactive content for recipients.
Personalized and My Stamp initiatives are yet another innovation which allowing individuals to have their own photo printed alongside official postage stamp & customization has turned stamps into personalized gifting items and souvenirs, bridging the gap between personal memorabilia and official postage.
There have been innovations by way of technological advancements in production by introducing Hi tech printing, issuance of themed stamp sets such as on GI Code products, flora and fauna, and "Unsung Heroes" of the freedom struggle—often accompanied by Special Covers and Pictorial Cancellations , picture post cards, travel covers, slogan meter cancellations, and time to time issuance of special carried covers introducing different modes of mail carriage such as Drone cover etc. and also introduction of promotional schemes like Deen Dayal SPARSH Yojana and opening of philatelic clubs in schools have to a big extent helped promotion of philately in India..
In general, transformation in postal services have certainly affected the world of philately but philately needs much more consideration and innovation to attract new stamp lovers.
-Naresh Agrawal, Bilaspur (C.G.) email nareshkumar1992@yahoo.co.in Mob /
WhatsApp: 09425530514
Recent Indian Issues
7 March 2026 : 100 years of India Security Press , Nashik – Rs 5
25 March 2026
:Women’s College of Delhi – 4 x Rs 5
2 April 2026:
75 years of Postal Training Centre , Saharanpur
New Permanent / Special Cancellations
8 March 2026: International Women’s Day
23 March 2026: Shaheed
Bhagat Singh Martyrdom Day
24 March 2026: World Tuberculosis Day
4 April 2026 : Permanent Pictorial Cancellation (PPC) dedicated to Khangchendzonga National Park, a distinguished UNESCO World Heritage
New Picture Postcards
8
March 2026:International Women’s Day :Thoorigai Boiler Project : Empower Women
India T 20 World Champions
9 March 2026:Picture postcards issued
by Chhatisgarh and Karnataka Postal Circles
New Special Covers
In The News
MACAO 2026
The FIP Patronage Specialised world Stamp Exhibition will be held at
Cotai Expo Hall A, The Venetian Macao, Taipa Macau SAR from 26 June 2026 to
1stJuly 2026. Visit: https://www.macao2026.org.mo/
BOSTON-2026
BOSTON
2026 GWSE is organized by American Philatelic Society (APS) in accordance with
Fédération Internationale de Philatélie (FIP). The exhibition will open on May
23 and close on May 30, 2026.
The
exhibition will be held at the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center (BCEC)
in Boston, Massachusetts, USA. Approximately 4,000 exhibition frames judged
under FIP rules will be available
National Commissioner: Mr. Pratisad Neurgaonkar, Email: pratisadn@gmail.com , Mobile: +91 9766310553
Bandung 2026 Asian International Stamp Exhibition
From
27-31 August 2026
It will be organized under
the Patronage of the Federation of Inter-Asian Philately (FIAP)
Classes available for
participation are: Traditional, Postal History, Postal Stationery,
Aerophilately, Thematic, Maximaphily, Revenues, Modern Philately (2001 to
date), Picture Postcards, Open Philately, Promotional Competitive, Philatelic
Literature, and Youth Philately.
Detailed rules of
exhibition (IREX) and Exhibit Application Forms are available https://bandung2026fiap.com/#
Participants may contact
the National Commissioner to obtain the application form. The completed
application, along with the first page of the exhibit in PDF format and the
exhibitor’s declaration in the prescribed format, must be submitted to the
Commissioner.
To the National
Commissioner for India,
VIRENDRA SHARMA
Email virsharma@yahoo.com WhatsApp
+91-9928570097
OR CC. to the Apprentice
National Commissioner for India,
Mukesh Kumar Malhotra
Assistant Commissioner
Email: mukeshlibra@yahoo.co.in Phone: 919023084608, 918360758242
PHILATAIPEI 2026
PHILATAIPEI
2026 World Stamp Championship Exhibition. (FIP)
The exhibition is scheduled
to be held from November 20 to 25, 2026, at Taipei World Trade Center
Exhibition Hall 1, Areas B and C. It will be organized under the Patronage of
the Fédération Internationale de Philatélie (FIP)
Classes available for
participation are: World Stamp Championship Class, Traditional, Postal History,
Postal Stationery, Aerophilately, Astrophilately, Thematic, Revenue, Modern
Philately (2000 to date), Maximaphily, Picture Postcards, Experimental Class,
Philatelic Literature (No Digital Format), and Youth Philately.
Detailed rules of
exhibition (IREX) and Exhibit Application Forms are available PHILATAIPEI 2026
World Stamp Championship Exhibition. (FIP)
The exhibition is scheduled
to be held from November 20 to 25, 2026, at Taipei World Trade Center
Exhibition Hall 1, Areas B and C. It will be organized under the Patronage of
the Fédération Internationale de Philatélie (FIP)
Classes available for
participation are: World Stamp Championship Class, Traditional, Postal History,
Postal Stationery, Aerophilately, Astrophilately, Thematic, Revenue, Modern
Philately (2000 to date), Maximaphily, Picture Postcards, Experimental Class,
Philatelic Literature (No Digital Format), and Youth Philately.
Detailed rules of
exhibition (IREX) and Exhibit Application Forms are available
https://taipei2026.post.gov.tw/taipei2026/en/index.jsp?ID=1466652910382
Participants may contact
the National Commissioner to obtain the application form. The completed
application, along with the first page of the exhibit in PDF format and the
exhibitor’s declaration in the prescribed format, must be submitted to the
Commissioner by 25th March 2026.
To the National
Commissioner for India,
Pratisad Neurgaonkar, 884, Bhandarkar Road, 14 Patil Terraces, Pune 411004
Email pratisadn@gmail.com.com / WhatsApp
+91-9766310553
OR CC. to the Apprentice
National Commissioner for India,
Mr. Sunil Joshi, Assistant
Commissioner
Email: mukeshlibra@yahoo.co.in Phone: 9822026422
AUSVIPEX 2026
Join AUSVIPEX 2026!
Australia’s
Premier Virtual Philatelic Exhibition!
Calling
all stamp collectors, exhibitors, and philatelic enthusiasts!
AUSVIPEX
2026 – Australian Virtual Philatelic Exhibition will soon be open for entries.
Showcase
your collection, connect with fellow collectors worldwide, and be part of this
exciting online national-level stamp exhibition.
Air Mail Society India Foundation (AMSI)
Workshop on Collecting Indian Air Mail
The presentation by Mr. Piyush Khaitan FRPSL, FPCI, Chairman of the Air Mail Society India Foundation (AMSI) offered a structured journey through the story of Indian airmails, beginning with the 1911 first official aerial post, followed by route surveys and early experimental flights across India and beyond. It covered the development of foreign airmail services such as Imperial Airways, KLM, and Air Orient, and the early days of internal airmail, including the pioneering efforts of J.R.D. Tata and Indian carriers. The impact of World War II on routes, censorship, and postal operations was also highlighted, along with the expansion of Indian civil aviation after independence, including Air-India International (1948), Night Air Mail, and the nationalisation of airlines in 1953.
The session further provided insights into exhibiting considerations and the many ways to collect aerophilatelic material, including first flight covers, crash mail, routes and rates, auxiliary markings, Zeppelin mail, and rocket and space mail. Participants were also introduced to key resources, references, and a walkthrough of an award-winning exhibit on Indian airmails. The workshop witnessed an enthusiastic participation of approximately 50 attendees, including the committee members of KPS, non-philatelist, collectors, and youth.
Chhattisgarh
4 Picture Postcards and a special cancellation issued by Bastar Division of Chhattisgarh Postal Circle
- Capt Vijay Wadhwa, Raipur (CG)
Chandigarh
Special Cover released by Rotary in Chandigarh
CALCUTTA GPO: THE SUPREME POSTAL COMMAND OF ASIA
From the
mid-nineteenth century to the early decades of the twentieth century, the
Calcutta (now Kolkata) General Post Office occupied a position far beyond that
of a mere urban post office. Under British rule, it functioned as the principal
postal headquarters of India and, more significantly, as the commanding
nerve-centre for postal communications across the eastern reaches of the
British Empire.
WHY
CALCUTTA GPO EXERCISED SUCH WIDE AUTHORITY
Administrative
Primacy
As the capital
of British India until 1911, Calcutta was the seat of imperial governance.
Major postal policies, international exchange arrangements, and routing
decisions for eastern territories were framed and executed here. The Calcutta
GPO thus became a key instrument of imperial communication.
GEOGRAPHICAL
AND MARITIME ADVANTAGE
Situated on the
Bay of Bengal, Calcutta was India’s foremost eastern port. Its strategic
location made it the natural gateway for mails bound for:
BURMA
(Myanmar), administratively part of British India until 1937
THE STRAITS
SETTLEMENTS —Singapore, Penang, and Malacca
Hong Kong and
the China coast, connected through established maritime routes
IMPERIAL
MAIL ROUTES
The great eastern sea routes of the British Empire converged at Calcutta. A typical imperial mail route ran:
Calcutta →
Rangoon → Penang → Singapore → Hong Kong → Shanghai
These services
were initially operated by the Peninsular & Oriental Steam Navigation
Company (P&O) and later supplemented by other major shipping lines.
SORTING
AND REDISTRIBUTION HUB
Mail from
Europe destined for Southeast Asia and the Far East frequently reached Calcutta
first. Here it was sorted, bagged, and redistributed eastward. This made
Calcutta GPO not merely a point of origin, but a principal exchange and transit
office for the eastern world.
TERRITORIES
UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF CALCUTTA GPO
BURMA
(Myanmar)
Administrative
Control
Burma remained
fully integrated within the Indian Post Office system and was directly
controlled from Calcutta until 1 April 1937, when it became a separate postal
administration.
STAMPS USED
From 1854 to
1937, Indian stamps were used throughout Burma, including:
1854–1865
lithographed issues
Queen Victoria
surface-printed issues by De La Rue (1865–1900)
King Edward VII
and King George V Indian issues (1900–1920s)
Indian stamps
overprinted “BURMA” (1931–1937)
B172
British East India Companies 2 Annas Stamp Used in Singapore, Straits
Settlements (Circa 1865 - 1867
THE STRAITS SETTLEMENTS
(Singapore,
Penang, Malacca)
Administrative
and Postal Relationship
Although the
Straits Settlements were not part of British India and maintained their own
postal administrations, Calcutta played a vital role in handling and forwarding
their international mails through imperial sea routes.
QUEEN
VICTORIA INDIAN STAMPS AND CANCELLATION EVIDENCE
In the earliest
period, before local postal systems were fully consolidated, Indian Queen
Victoria stamps were supplied for use at several Straits ports. Their usage is
identifiable by distinctive B-series numeral cancellations, issued through
Indian postal channels coordinated from Calcutta:
Singapore –
cancelled with B/172
Penang (Prince
of Wales Island) – cancelled with B/147
Malacca –
cancelled with B/109
These
cancellations constitute clear philatelic evidence of Calcutta GPO’s
supervisory and logistical influence over the eastern maritime mail network.
Transit Role of
Calcutta
Hong Kong
maintained an independent postal system from 1862. Nevertheless, a substantial
volume of mail from India and Europe bound for Hong Kong and the China coast
passed through Calcutta, which functioned as a major forward-bag and transit
office.
Philatelic Link: B/62 Cancellation
Before the full consolidation of local postal arrangements,
Indian Queen Victoria stamps were used at Hong Kong, cancelled with the B/62
numeral obliterator. Covers bearing this cancellation often show Calcutta
transit markings, underscoring Calcutta GPO’s pivotal role in the India–China
mail corridor.
ANDAMAN & NICOBAR ISLANDS
Administrative Control
Throughout British rule, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands
remained fully under the jurisdiction of the Calcutta General Post Office.
STAMPS USED AND CANCELLATION
From 1854 to 1947, only Indian stamps were used on the
islands, covering all reigns:
1854 lithographs • Queen Victoria • King Edward VII • King
George V • King George VI
Queen Victoria Indian stamps used in the Andaman Islands
are identifiable by the B/223 numeral cancellation, reflecting the islands’
special overseas status and their direct postal dependence on Calcutta.
(The islands’ function as a penal settlement—Kalapani—and
their administration as a separate overseas territory further reinforced these
distinctive postal arrangements.)
(NOTE:
Andaman & Nicobar Islands: A Distinct Postal and
Administrative Entity
The Andaman
and Nicobar Islands were not historically part of the Indian mainland but
functioned as a separate territorial entity for most of their recorded past.
The Nicobar Islands experienced intermittent Danish colonial presence from the
mid-eighteenth century under the name New Denmark, while the Andaman Islands
were first surveyed by the British East India Company in 1789.
British
control was consolidated only in the late nineteenth century. Denmark formally
ceded the Nicobar Islands to Britain in 1869, and by 1872 the Andaman and
Nicobar Islands were united under a single colonial administration. Despite
this, the islands were not treated as a regular mainland province of British
India. Instead, they were administered as a special overseas territory,
comparable in status to other British possessions such as Singapore.
This
distinct status directly influenced postal administration. The islands were
placed under the jurisdiction of the Calcutta General Post Office, reflecting
their separation from the mainland postal circles. Their role as a penal
colony—Kalapani—further reinforced their exceptional administrative and postal
arrangements, with correspondence tightly controlled and routed through
Calcutta.
Only after
India’s Independence in 1947 did the Andaman and Nicobar Islands become an
integral part of the Indian Union, thereafter developing a unified civil and
postal identity within India.)
EARLY AIR MAIL PLANNING
By the 1920s
and 1930s, Calcutta had also emerged as a principal planning and control centre
for the development of eastern air mail services, linking India with Burma,
Malaya, and beyond.
IN SUMMARY
Calcutta
General Post Office was far more than a city post office. It served as the
supreme headquarters of the eastern postal world of British India—directing
administration, coordinating imperial mail routes, and managing vast postal
exchanges extending from the Bay of Bengal to Southeast Asia, Hong Kong, and
the China coast.
The
documented use of Queen Victoria Indian stamps cancelled at Singapore (B/172),
Penang (B/147), Malacca (B/109), Hong Kong (B/62), and the Andaman Islands
(B/223) stands as compelling philatelic testimony to Calcutta GPO’s authority
and reach. In every sense, Calcutta GPO stood at the very heart of the Eastern
Postal Empire.
REFERENCES
1. D.K. Ghosh, Postal History of India, Government of India
Press.
2. E.B. Proud, The Postal History of British India,
Proud-Bailey Co.
3. Martin & Smythies, The Postage Stamps and Postal
History of British India, Stanley Gibbons.
4. Robinson, H., The British Post Office: A History,
Princeton University Press.
5. F.E. Cockburn, Imperial Sea Mail Services of the British
Empire.
6. Whitney, W., Collect British Postmarks, Volumes on
Indian and Eastern Routes.
7. Official Records of the Indian Post Office Department,
Calcutta Circle (19th–20th century).
8. Burma Postal Department, Separation Orders and Postal
Circulars, 1931–1937.
9. D. Hammond Giles, The Handstruck Postage Stamps of India
-Dipok Dey: email: dipokdey38@gmail.com
Specialized Section
Some Remarkable Cancellations and Postmarks
Some Miscellaneous Cancellations (Type 35)
"BELGAUM/19 MY 93=
oval formed by six crescent
Type 35 is a Duplex cancellation. The right Duplex
consists of an oval formed by six fine crescents, leaving a blank space in the
centre. The left Duplex Shows the place of origin and date. This cancellation
is seen from most of the post Office circles and date from 1892 to 1897. Many
examples Show "W", "X", "Y", "Z",
significance of which is unknown. It has been suggested that this is an
experimental post office cancellation.
Aviation and Philately on 8 June 1948: A Remarkable
Coincidence
India’s
First International Air Service Commemorated
The year 1948 marked a
defining moment in the history of Indian civil aviation. Following independence
in August 1947, India sought to establish its own international air links and
strengthen its global presence. This ambition was realized with the inauguration
of the first overseas service of Air-India International. On 8 June 1948,
Air-India International launched its historic service from Bombay to London,
with intermediate stops at Cairo and Geneva. The flight was operated using the
elegant Lockheed Constellation, one of the most advanced long-range airliners
of the post-war era. The inaugural aircraft, named Malabar Princess, carried
passengers, cargo, and mail, symbolizing India’s entry into the global aviation
network.
To commemorate this milestone, the Indian Posts and
Telegraphs Department issued a 12 annas postage stamp on the same day. The
design depicts the Lockheed Constellation in flight with the inscription “Air-India
International – First Flight – 8th June 1948.” The stamp reflects the optimism
of a newly independent nation and marks the beginning of regular international
airmail services operated by an Indian airline and the postal instruction was
very clear that this stamp was meant to be used only on 8 June 1948 and only on
the inaugural Bombay-London service. For aerophilatelists, this issue is particularly
important. Covers carried on the inaugural Bombay–London flight, often bearing
commemorative cachets, represent the earliest examples of international airmail
transported by India’s national carrier and are highly valued in postal history
collections.
The French India “Chidambaram Temple” Stamp
Interestingly, the same date—8 June 1948—is associated
with another remarkable stamp connected with the Indian subcontinent. This
stamp was prepared under the French colonial administration of French India,
which then governed the settlements of Pondicherry, Karaikal, Yanam, Mahe, and
Chandernagore.
The stamp (Fig.2) depicts the famous Chidambaram
Temple, dedicated to Nataraja, the cosmic dancing form of Lord Shiva. The
temple’s towering gopuram dominates the design, while above it an aircraft is
shown flying across the sky. This striking combination of sacred architecture
and modern aviation creates a powerful visual contrast between ancient heritage
and contemporary technological progress. The stamp bears the inscription “É
tablissements Français de l’Inde” and was printed without watermark with
perforation 13 × 12, with a denomination of 3 Roupies. However, the issue soon became problematic
when French authorities realized that the
Chidambaram Temple was located outside French territory, within
independent India.
As a result, the stamp was never officially issued in the French Indian settlements. A small quantity reportedly appeared for sale at the Paris Post Office during 7–8 July 1948, after which the issue was withdrawn. Because of this limited distribution, the Fig.2 Chidambaram Temple stamp has become a notable rarity in the philately of French India.
A Unique Philatelic Connection
On 8 June 1948, by remarkable coincidence two postal
administrations connected with the Indian subcontinent produced stamps
featuring aircraft. The Indian issue commemorated the inaugural international
service of Air-India International, marking India’s entry into global aviation.
The French India stamp depicted the Chidambaram Temple with an aircraft flying
over it.
Sharing the same date and aviation theme, the two
stamps form an interesting philatelic link between the rise of India’s
international aviation and the final phase of colonial postal administration in
the region.
Acknowledgement: Thanks are due to Mr. Chaitanya Dev, Past President of the Karnataka
Philatelic Society, for providing valuable information on the French India
stamp.
-Piyush Khaitan: email: pk@khaitan.in
Cover Anatomy
In
Philately, Cover Anatomy refers to the structural breakdown of a cover’s
physical characteristics. Some examples given below: -
-Sushil Mehra :email : gaureshmehra@gmail.com
World’s First Telephone Call
On March 10, 1876,
Alexander Graham Bell transmitted the first words by telephone, to his
assistant in another room. Bell had received his patent for the telephone three
days earlier.
Born in Edinburgh,
Scotland, Bell’s work on the telephone was largely inspired by his work with
deaf children. His father had invented “Visible Speech,” which was a type of
written code that made it easier for deaf mutes to learn to speak. When Bell
worked as a teacher in London, he used Visible Speech to teach a class of deaf
students.
In the 1870s, Bell moved to Boston to teach at the Pemberton School for the Deaf. Bell was soon convinced that speech could be transmitted over wires. The telegraph had been invented in 1843 and it allowed people to communicate over long distances. But only one message could be sent at a time and hand-delivered messages were still necessary. Bell began working on a “harmonic telegraph,” which combined parts of the telegraph and record player.
100th anniversary of Bell’s first telephone
call on March 10
Later, Bell met Gardiner Greene Hubbard, the father of one of his students. A critic of Western Union, Hubbard provided financial backing for Bell’s research. Bell began working with machine shop employee Thomas A. Watson to develop a prototype of his invention. One day, while making refinements to his harmonic telegraph, Bell detected the first human voice sounds coming over the telegraph wire. After several more months of experimenting, Bell drew up the first specifications for the telephone and filed his patent on February 14, 1876. He received the patent on March 7, 1876.
Three days later, Bell transmitted the first recognizable words over a telephone line, though the exact phrase is debated by historians. According to one story, while his partner, Watson, was in a different room, Bell spilled battery acid on his clothes and said, “Mr. Watson, come here. I need you!” Incredibly, the words carried over the telephone wire into the next room.
Bell recorded the event in his journal: “I then shouted into M [the mouthpiece] the following sentence: ‘Mr. Watson, come here – I want to see you.’ To my delight he came and declared that he had heard and understood what I said. I asked him to repeat the words. He answered, ‘You said ‘Mr. Watson – come here – I want to see you.’’ We then changed places and I listened at S [the speaker] while Mr. Watson read a few passages from a book into the mouthpiece M. It was certainly the case that articulate sounds proceeded from S. The effect was loud but indistinct and muffled.” Bell popularized his invention by giving public demonstrations, and used the royalties from it in part to fund several organizations that helped educate the deaf.
Bell
soon faced the first in a series of legal battles over his invention. When he
filed his patent, it was recorded as received just two hours ahead of Elisha
Gray, a fellow inventor with a similar claim. Gray and Thomas Edison worked
with Western Union Telegraph Company to develop their own telephone. Bell sued
them, with the Supreme Court upholding his patent rights. The Bell Company
faced similar battles in the coming years before emerging as American Telephone
and Telegraph (AT&T), one of the nation’s leading communication companies.
Stories Behind Stamps
Canada
- 3d Vermillion Stamp, 1851
An 1851 3d Vermillion imperforate stamp is one of the
most intriguing Canadian collectibles. It is the first stamp issued in Canada.
Sir Sandford Fleming designed the item, which depicts a beaver in an oval
frame. It was also the first stamp that featured an animal rather than a ruler.
Portraits of Prince Albert and Queen Victoria appear on the 6d and 12d issues,
respectively. The stamp sold for $120,000 at Eastern Auctions' Montclair
Collection auction on May 29, 2014.
Reference: https://findyourstampsvalue.com/rarest-stamps/most-valuable-canadian-stamps
- Nisarg Sutaria: email - nisargsutaria78@gmail.com
New Issues from other countries
Austria
14 March 2026
Northern Lapwing
Northern Lapwing
The northern lapwing, Austria’s bird of the year 2026, is the third
design for the “Austrian birds” series, through which Austrian Post, in
collaboration with BirdLife Österreich, is presenting endangered birds.
With its black-and-white and shimmering metallic-green feathers and its
crest, the roughly dove-sized northern lapwing (Vanellus vanellus) is an
eye-catching bird that is usually seen over agricultural land in open
countryside. If you are lucky, you might have the opportunity to witness its
spectacular “tumbling” flights over its territory between March and May.
The northern lapwing nests on the ground in farm fields, preferably with
other lapwings, because all of the birds in a colony work together to fend off
potential predators. However, this cannot protect them against the risks posed
by agricultural work. Agricultural land has become their substitute habitat,
replacing lost wetland meadows and sparsely planted undisturbed areas. Since
1998, the population of northern lapwings in Austria has halved. In BirdLife
Österreich’s list, which uses a traffic-light-based system that categorises
species according to their need for protection, the northern lapwing is listed
in the highest category, red, and in Carinthia it will soon be extinct. In
order to prevent that, the clutches of eggs laid on agricultural land have to
be protected, and the young have to be provided with areas where they can find
nourishment, such as fens, wet patches, field margins and fallow land near the
breeding grounds. Wetlands in particular provide a place where the young birds
are able to feed themselves independently shortly after hatching, and in the best-case
scenario, where they can care for their own young the following year.
Estonia
13 March 2026:
Genetic Estonia - Biobank 25
Genetic Estonia - Biobank 25
Genetic Estonia, or
the 25th anniversary commemorative stamp of the Estonian Biobank, marks a major
milestone in Estonian science, made possible by the contributions of
scientists, physicians, and tens of thousands of people who have shared their
data and trust for a better and healthier future. The establishment and growth
of the Biobank have helped us understand how heredity and the environment shape
health, and why the same diseases affect people differently. Data become
knowledge, and knowledge leads to better decisions: more precise prevention and
increasingly intelligent healthcare. One of the core principles of the Estonian
Biobank is that science should serve people both individuals and society as a
whole. This commemorative stamp is a tribute to everyone who has contributed to
the development of the Biobank.
12 March
2026: Estonia Flora and Fauna
Estonian Fauna and Flora
The Estonian first self-adhesive suovenir sheet showcases the diversity
of our nature and its changing habitats. The brightly colored bee-eater (Merops
apiaster) and swallowtail (Papilio machaon) represent the beauty of birds and
insects and the dynamic character of Estonia’s fauna. The resilient springtail
(Hypogastrura nivicola) and cold-adapted redpoll (Carduelis flammea)
demonstrate how life can persist even in the harshest northern conditions. The
common water moss (Fontinalis antipyretica) and mayfly (Ephemeroptera)
highlight the importance of clean freshwater and the balance of aquatic
ecosystems. The hedgehog (Erinaceus europaeus), Estonia’s Animal of the Year,
reminds us of the close connection between humans and nature in urban and rural
areas, and the need to protect both wildlife and human health from tick-borne
diseases. Together, these species represent Estonia’s biodiversity, ecosystem
balance, and changing living environments, offering an inspiring window into a
world where birds, insects, plants, and mammals are intimately connected to
both natural and human-shaped landscapes.
France
23 March 2026 ; Street Arts
Stamp Festival, Street
Art
If there is one thing
as global and universal as postal mail, it is street art! This wild artistic
movement can be found in every city on all five continents, wherever women and
men place art freely, systematically, and without permission in urban spaces.
This art form is divided into two distinct movements, which appeared at the
same time: in the United States, young people in disadvantaged neighbourhoods
in the 1960s began writing their nicknames—their tag names—with spray paint and
markers in the streets, creating a new calligraphy that would first become
tagging, then graffiti. Simultaneously, in France, artists such as Gérard
Zlotykamien and Ernest Pignon-Ernest were taking over walls with all kinds of
artwork: collages, drawings, stencils, chalk, mosaics, and more, claiming a
free and unrestricted artistic act: this is street art. More than 60 years
later, this major artistic movement of our time has already given prestigious
names to art history, such as Keith Haring, Jean-Michel Basquiat, and, closer
to home, the mysterious Banksy. But above all, it transforms our cities into
open-air art galleries, to the delight of passersby and an ever-growing number
of art lovers who are captivated by these unconventional, sometimes politically
charged, but always stimulating works! The French postal service, La Poste,
entrusted the design of the stamp to Hopare, whose real name is Alexandre
Monteiro, born in Paris in 1989. Over the years, he has successfully created a
dialogue between graffiti, street art, and contemporary painting. His work
unites the rigor of line and the power of emotion. The faces he paints, with
their intense and penetrating gazes, question us about what we see of the world
and what we choose to look at in it.
Gibraltar
30 March 2026:
Europa 2026 - 70th Anniversary
The new EUROPA 2026 stamp issue celebrates a
landmark milestone for one of the world’s most prestigious and popular
philatelic programmes. Since their inception in 1956, EUROPA stamps have served
as a tangible symbol of Europe’s desire for closer integration and cooperation.
Issued annually by members of PostEurop, these stamps build awareness of our
common roots, diverse cultures, and shared goals.
Great Britain
20 March
2026: Lord of the Rings
2026 marks the 25th
anniversary of the first film The Fellowship of the Ring in 2001.
Twenty-five years ago,
in 2001, the film The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring opened to
acclaim as the first instalment of a multi-Oscar-winning movie trilogy by New
Zealand director Peter Jackson, based on the revered books by JRR Tolkien. Continued
in The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers and The Lord of the Rings: The Return
of the King, the story is set in the realm of Middle-earth, telling of an epic
quest to destroy a magic Ring of great power, forged by the Dark Lord Sauron in
the fires of Mount Doom.
This set of 8 mint
stamps showing montages from the film trilogy are perfect for film fans. Each
stamp celebrates iconic characters from the 3 films. British Actors from the
epic featured are Orlando Bloom as Legolas, Ian McKellan as Gandalf, Dominic
Monaghan as Merry, Billy Boyd as Pippin and Christopher Lee as Saruman.
This stunning imagery also has a secret UV layer
revealed using a UV light, Elvish writing in a circle appears on each stamp.
Fans will recognise this as the writing on the One Ring.
In the first film, The
Fellowship of the Ring, Frodo throws the ring into a fire and writing appears.
The writing on the One Ring is in the Black Speech of Mordor but is written in
Tengwar, an Elvish script. The inscription translates to the famous line:
"One Ring to rule them all, One Ring to find them, One Ring to bring them
all, and in the darkness bind them".
1st Class The Hobbits
1st Class Gandalf
1st Class Arwen
1st Class Gimli
1st Class Saruman
1st Class Aragon
1st Class Legolas
1st Class Frodo & Gollum
Greenland
28 March 2026: National Dog Sled Championship
National Dog Sled
Championship
The National Dog Sled
Championship of Greenland, known as Avannaata Qimussersua, is the island’s
premier sled dog racing event and serves as the official national championship.
Held annually in March or April, typically in West Greenland north of the Arctic
Circle, the race features traditional Greenland Dogs with teams of up to 12
dogs per musher. The course and format vary depending on snow and ice
conditions, sometimes starting as a mass start or timed run. Beyond being a
competition, the championship is a celebration of Greenlandic culture,
highlighting the historic bond between people and sled dogs, with community
festivities often accompanying the race. Winners, including repeat champions
like Jørgen Kristensen, reflect the long-standing tradition and skill of
Greenlandic mushers, making the event both a sporting and cultural highlight of
the year.
Guernsey
1 April 2026: Europa - 70th Anniversary
Europa - 70th Anniversary
2026 marks the 70th anniversary of the EUROPA stamp programme, a long-standing tradition that Guernsey Post has taken part in for 50 years. Issued annually, Guernsey’s EUROPA stamps interpret shared themes through subjects connected to the Bailiwick’s heritage, people and environment, creating a distinctive collecting series within the wider European programme.
Hungary
Laszlo Papp Was Born
100 Years Ago
Magyar Posta is
marking the 100th anniversary of the birth of László Papp (1926–2003) by
issuing a commemorative stamp. The stamp pays tribute to the Hungarian boxer
and three-time Olympic champion, who gained international renown, bringing
prestige to his country and his sport
László Papp
began his amateur sports career at the Vasutas Sports Club in Budapest, then
moved on to Budapest Bástya, and ended it at Budapest Vasas SC. Between 1946
and 1956, he won seven national championships. He was European amateur champion
twice. Papp won as a middleweight at the 1948 London Olympics, and as a
welterweight in Helsinki in 1952 and Melbourne in 1956. He also achieved great
repute internationally with his unprecedented feat of being the first boxer to
win three consecutive Olympic gold medals.
He is still
highly regarded today as one of the greatest names in boxing history. During
his professional career from 1957 onwards, Papp became the European champion,
and was undefeated in 29 matches, winning 27 and drawing two. After his
retirement, he worked as a coach and sports manager.
The
commemorative stamp features a portrait of László Papp from a head- on view in
a stylised ring, with scenes from boxing matches on a smaller scale to his
right. The stamp also includes the years of his Olympic successes. The
commemorative first day cover shows a full-length picture of László Papp
holding several pairs of boxing gloves tied together in his hands. The graphic
design of the postmark on the first day cover features a ring standing on its
corner and a pair of high-top boxing shoes.
Netherlands
1 April 2026:
WorldPride Amsterdam
On 1 April
2026 PostNL issued the WorldPride Amsterdam 2026 stamp sheet. WorldPride is a
global event that promotes visibility and awareness of LGBTQIA+ issues. PostNL
chose 1 April 2026 because this date marks the 25th anniversary of the world’s
first legal marriage between two people of the same sex, performed in the
Netherlands. Graphic designer Martin Cadwallader created a colourful,
kaleidoscopic design featuring geometric shapes for these WorldPride stamps.
The denomination 1 applies to items up to 20 grams sent within the Netherlands.
The price for a sheet of 5 stamps is €7.00.
SUBJECT
WorldPride
Amsterdam 2026 takes place in the capital from 25 July to 8 August 2026,
organised by the Pride Amsterdam Foundation. WorldPride is a global event held
every few years in a different city, aimed at increasing international
visibility and awareness of LGBTQIA+ issues. LGBTQIA+ is the abbreviation for
lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex and asexual, with the +
standing for all other identities. The first WorldPride took place in Rome in
2000. Amsterdam was awarded the event for 2026. A key reason was that, 25 years
earlier on 1 April 2001, the city hosted the first official marriage between
two people of the same sex, conducted by then‑mayor Job Cohen. During WorldPride Amsterdam 2026, numerous activities
will take place, including parades, street festivals, concerts, film festivals
and conferences. The 2‑week event
will conclude on 8 August with the WorldPride March and the WorldPride Closing
Concert on Museumplein.
DESIGN
The visual
identity of this year’s WorldPride has been applied in a special way on the
stamps WorldPride Amsterdam 2026. Each of the 5 identical stamps features 4
diagonal bands at a 30‑degree
angle. In each band, graphic designer Martin Cadwallader created a
kaleidoscopic interpretation of the colours and shapes of different flags used
within the LGBTQIA+ community. Beneath each band is a separate graphic layer
with motifs known from clothing and ceramics. These motifs originate from the
Netherlands and from regions around the world from which communities have
migrated to the Netherlands: Indonesia, Suriname, the Antilles, Morocco and
Turkey. On the top sheet border, the 4 diagonal bands return in large format
with different crops of colours, motifs and patterns. The bottom sheet border
features the PostNL and WorldPride Amsterdam 2026 logos. Between the logos a
reference is made to the fact that on 1 April 2026 it will be exactly 25 years
since the first marriage between two people of the same sex was concluded in
Amsterdam.
Serbia
17 March 2026: 125 Years of organized Mountaineering
in Serbia
Slovenia
Tourism
Slovenia in
Superlatives: Boka Falls, Soča Valley
The waters that
collect in the Kanin massif emerge near the village of Žaga in the Soča
Valley from the outflow passage of a karst cave as a torrential stream called
the Boka. The Boka Falls are the most powerful and abundant waterfall not only
in Slovenia but also in Europe. They are also Slovenia’s highest waterfall.
According to data that vary slightly between sources, the waterfall is over 140
metres high and 18 metres wide. It is characteristically two-tiered, with the
torrent plunging in two stages, first for more than 100 metres and then for a
further 30 metres. After about one kilometre the Boka stream flows into the
river Soča. The height of the waterfall is still increasing, since the force
of the falling water continues to erode its base. It carries the greatest
volume of water in spring, when the snow melts in the Kanin massif, and in
autumn, when rainfall is heavier.
A rather grim legend
tells of a young man and woman who were gathering mushrooms in the forest and
knocked at the door of a house where an old woman lived. She offered them food
but had other intentions. By chance the young man discovered that she was sharpening
an axe in the yard. She meant to kill them with it and then roast them. He
therefore hid behind
the door and waited
with a stick. When she entered the house, he struck her hard and then finished
her off with the sharpened axe that had been intended for them. The old woman’s
blood turned into the waterfall that we know today as Boka.
Spain
13 March
2026: Rugby
25 march 2026: Collecting - Trading Card Exchange
Collecting - Trading
Card Exchange
The stamp dedicated to
trading cards issued by Correos commemorates the culture of collecting and the
social value of exchange, a timeless tradition that fosters personal
connection.This philatelic issue captures an everyday, universal moment: two
hands exchanging cards, one with an owl and the other with a lion. The hands,
drawn with different skin tones, symbolize the universality of this hobby.
The act of collecting
and exchanging trading cards transcends generations, serving as a meeting point
that goes beyond the mere accumulation of objects. It represents the excitement
of completing an album, negotiation, camaraderie, and often the first glimpses
of social economics and market value for young people.
Philately itself is a
form of collecting, so this stamp pays double tribute by connecting two related
worlds: that of trading cards and that of stamps.
Trading cards is a
century-old tradition that transformed advertising into a social phenomenon. It
all began in the 19th century, when chocolate and meat extract companies
included artistic chromolithographs as a commercial lure. However, the real
revolution came in 1961 with the industrialization of soccer collecting, which
introduced randomness into the packs, making trading a necessity to complete
the albums.
In Spain, this practice forged its own language based on “sile” and “nole,” turning iconic squares such as the Mercat de Sant Antoni or the Rastro de Madrid into veritable schools of negotiation for children and adults alike. Today, nostalgia coexists with technology, proving that the instinct to collect and share is timeless. In the end, trading cards are much more than paper and glue; they are childhood's first currency
Rugby
Rugby in Spain is
undergoing a period of transformation and expansion under the leadership of the
Royal Spanish Rugby Federation (RFER). Founded in 1922, the RFER is the
cornerstone of the development of this sport in our country, managing not only
national regulations and competitions, but also the dreams of thousands of
players who aspire to wear the national team jersey.
The identity of
Spanish rugby is defined by its national teams: Los Leones and Las Leonas, both
in the XV and Olympic 7s formats. Currently, the country is breathing new life
into the sport after confirming the return of the men's team to the World Cup (Australia
2027) after a 28-year absence. This milestone is the result of structured work
that combines national talent with players who compete in the most demanding
leagues in the world. For its part, women's rugby continues to be a benchmark
of success and consistency, with a XV team that also competed in the 2026 World
Cup in England.
The RFER oversees a
solid competitive structure, headed by the División de Honor and the Iberdrola
League, but its most crucial work lies at the grassroots level. Through
collaboration with regional federations and clubs, it fosters an ecosystem
where the values of respect, integrity, passion, and discipline are as
important as the score on the scoreboard. Rugby in Spain is seen as an
educational and social tool, where the “third half” symbolizes the brotherhood
that defines the sport.
In addition, Spain has
established itself as a strategic venue for international rugby. Events such as
the Rugby Europe Championship finals in Madrid and Leganés, or the World Series
finals in Valladolid (the top annual competition in the Olympic sport) demonstrate
the Federation's organizational capacity and the passion of a fan base that is
filling more and more stadiums.
In short, Spanish
rugby is not only growing in terms of licenses and victories, but also in terms
of its own identity, which combines historical determination with an ambitious
and professional vision for the future.
Gastronomy - Spain In 19 Dishes - Canary Islands, Canarian Sancocho
Gastronomy - Spain In
19 Dishes - Canary Islands, Canarian Sancocho
Correos bids farewell to the philatelic series
SPAIN IN 19 DISHES with the Canary Islands and the Canarian sancocho as the
dish being honored.
The recipe for cooking a Canarian sancocho
consists of the following ingredients:
• 1 kg of salted fish (preferably wreckfish)
• 1 kg of large potatoes
• 1 kg of sweet potatoes
• olive oil
• parsley and salt to taste
Steps to follow for cooking:
1. Desalt the fish by soaking it for 24 hours,
changing the water several times.
2. Place the sweet potatoes and potatoes,
unpeeled and cut into large pieces, in a large pot, cover with water, and cook.
3. When the potatoes and sweet potatoes are
almost cooked, add the desalted fish, cut into large pieces, and cook for a
maximum of ten minutes so that it does not fall apart.
4. Once the ingredients are cooked, drain and
serve.This dish is eaten with red mojo sauce and pella de gofio.
Stamps of the Month
Leonidas
Frank "Lon" Chaney was an American actor and makeup artist. He is
regarded as one of the most versatile and powerful actors of cinema, renowned
for his characterizations of tortured, often grotesque and afflicted,
characters and for his groundbreaking artistry with makeup.
On April 1, 1883, Lon Chaney was born Leonidas
Frank Chaney in Colorado Springs, Colorado, beginning a life that would reshape
character acting in early film. Known as the “Man of a Thousand Faces,” he
built a career on transformation, using makeup, body language, and physical
endurance to create some of the silent era’s most memorable roles.
On April 2, 1872, telegraph inventor Samuel Morse
died, closing the life of a man whose work helped make near-instant
communication possible. His system turned electricity into language, allowing
messages to travel across vast distances in seconds rather than days.
Danish author Hans Christian Andersen was born on
April 2, 1805, in Odense, Funen, Kingdom of Denmark-Norway. Best known as an
author of Fairy Tales, his birthday is celebrated as International Children’s
Book Day.
Philatelic Literature
Book
of the Month
Rabindranath Tagore and The Post Office - A Philatelic Tribute
– By Dipok Dey
Rabindranath Tagore and The Post Office - A Philatelic Tribute Edited by Dipok Dey - Hardbound - Pages 64 - Price Rs 575. - Published by Rammohun Library and Free Reading Room, 267 Acharya Prafulla Chandra Road, Kolkata – 700009.
The book “
Rabindranath Tagore and The Post Office - A Philatelic Tribute “ edited by
noted artist and philatelist Shri Dipok Dey was published by Rammohun Library
and Free Reading Room, Kolkata.This book gives details with colorful
illustrations of all the stamps along with First Day Covers, Postmarks,
Souvenir sheets, Miniature sheets, special covers, special postmarks, Booklets,
Maximum Cards, Picture Post cards , catch Covers etc. related to Rabindranath
Tagore.
Philatelic Clubs and Societies
Air Mail
Society India Foundation - https://www.airmailsocietyindia.org/
Karnataka
Philatelic Society - https://www.karphil.in/index.html
Prayag Philatelic Society
- http://www.prayagphilatelicsociety.org
Ananthapuri Philatelic Association, Thiruvanthapuram
Baroda Philatelic Society - http://www.vadophil.org/
Chandigarh Philatelic Club
Deccan Philatelic Society – Pune, Maharashtra
Eastern India Philatelists’ Association - https://eipa.in/home
The Hyderabad Philatelic and Hobbies Society
India Study Circle -
http://www.indiastudycircle.org/
Indian Thematic Society, Ludhiana
Ludhiana Philatelic Club
Numismatic
& Philatelic Association of Vellore Fort
Philatelic Congress of India - http://www.philateliccongressofindia.com/
Philatelic Society of Rajasthan, Jaipur
Philatelic Society of India , Mumbai : http://www.psi1897.com/
Orissa Philatelic Association, Mail id-: orissaphilatelic@gmail.com
Rainbow Stamp Club -http://rainbowstampclub.blogspot.com/
Rajkot Philatelic Society – Rajkot, Gujarat
Gujarat Philatelic Association - Ahmedabad
South India Philatelists Association - http://www.sipa.net.in/
The Army Philatelic Society, Pune
Stamps of India – http://www.stampsofindia.com
Durgapur
Philatelic & Numismatic Society – https://www.facebook.com/share/1B3TasUbyR/
Philatelic Society of Bhopal
Madurai
Philatelist & Numismatist Association (MAPNA)
- https://madurai-mapna.blogspot.com/
Blogs & Websites
Jusqu’a
Markings and other Route Indicators
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Current Philatelic Magazines – Newsletters
-VADOPHIL, Editor - Prashant Pandya &Timir Shah and
published by Baroda Philatelic Society, Vadodara. Website -http://www.vadophil.org/
-Ananthapuri Stamp Bulletin - Monthly e -stamp bulletin of Anathapuri
Philatelic Association, Thiruvananthapuram. Editor – 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
- Philatelic Society of Delhi Newsletter edited by Tarun Jain
Gibbons Stamp Monthly edited by Dean Shepherd –
Stanley Gibbons
Acknowledgment
-Vadophil Oct 25 – Jan
26 issue edited by Prashant Pandya and Timir Shah email : vadophil@gmail.com
- Ananthapuri Stamp
Bulletin April 2026 issue edited by Mohanachandran Nair: email : apa.tvpm@gmail.com
- Judaica Thematic
Society, UK . Society Newsletter April 2026 edited by Gary Goodman email : judaicathematicsociety@talktalk.net
-Fila Capsule March 2026
issue : e- magazine of Eastern India Philatelists' Association, Bhubaneshwar
Odisha; Chief Editor: Dr Bibhudutta Mishra-email :bhanubibhu68@gmail.com
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