New Stamp from India

 

Armed Force Medical Colleges, Pune

Date of Issue : 4 August 2012

:  Mansoor B. - Mangalore

Armed Forces Medical College

Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal N A K Browne released on Saturday a commemorative postage stamp and first day cover to mark the golden jubilee of the prestigious Armed Forces Medical College's (AFMC) graduate wing.

The AFMC graduate wing was established in 1962 with a purpose of rolling out highly qualified and trained doctors for the armed forces of India. It has since emerged as one of the most sought-after MBBS colleges in the country with admissions conducted on an all India entrance exam basis.

The Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC) is a premier medical college in India. It is located in Pune Cantonment in Pune . The college is managed by the Indian Armed Forces.

The Armed Forces Medical College has multiple roles to perform. These are primarily training of medical undergraduates and post-graduates, dental postgraduates, nursing cadets and paramedical staff. Patient care forms an integral part of its training curriculum and the attached hospitals benefits from the expertise available at AFMC. The institution is responsible for providing the entire pool of specialists and super specialists to Armed Forces by giving them in service training. The college is also involved in conducting research in various medical subjects as well as those aspects which would affect the morale and performance of the Armed Forces both in war and peace.

The AFMC was set up in 1948 in the immediate post-world war period. On the recommendations of the BC Roy Committee, remnants of the Indian Army Medical Corps units were amalgamated into one unit to create the Armed Forces Medical College. Over the past 50 years, it has grown in its functions. The "Graduate Wing" of AFMC was established on 4 August 1962. The aim of starting this wing was to increase the intake of medical graduates into the Armed Forces. The graduate wing was affiliated to the University of Pune till 1999 but presently affiliated to the Maharashtra University of Health Sciences. The college is recognised by the Medical Council of India for conducting 5 years and 6 months teaching programme leading to MBBS degree. The first batch passed MBBS in Oct 1966.It also conducts post graduate courses in many disciplines.

New Special Covers…

 

50 Years of Postal Training Centre, Vadodara

Date of Issue : 1 July 2012 

Postal Training Centre, Vadodara was established on 01.07.1962 to cater to the training needs of postal employees of Gujarat, Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh postal circles.

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 : Prashant Pandya – Vadodara

Centenary of Indian Medical Association , Kanpur

Date of Issue : 27 May 2012

: Ashwani Dubey , Gorakhpur

World No Tobacco Day..

 

Today Jammu & Kashmir Postal Circle released a Special Cover on "WORLD NO TOBACCO DAY"  at Government Medical College, Srinagar. The Cover was released by Er. R.S.Chib, Minister for Medical and Technical Education, J&K Govt. Shri. John Samuel, Chief Postmaster General, Jammu & Kashmir Circle was present on this occasion.

 

: Pradip Jain - Patna

Say No to Tobacco

 

World No Tobacco Day

The world is marking today (May 31) the World No Tobacco Day, which was established by the World Health Organisation (WHO) with the purpose of sensitising the largest possible number of people on the risks of consuming tobacco and its by-products. The member states of the World Health Organization created World No Tobacco Day in 1987. It draws global attention to the widespread prevalence of tobacco use and to its negative health effects. The day aims to reduce the 5.4 million yearly deaths from tobacco related health problems. The WHO invites people to reflect on the publishing of warnings in packages on the damages that tobacco causes to health.

  

31 May : World Tobacco Free Day

Stamps on Autism Awareness by UNPA…

 

Date of Issue : 30 March 2012

The United Nations General Assembly unanimously declared 2 April as World Autism Awareness Day to highlight the need to help improve the lives of children and adults who are affected by the disorder so they can lead full and meaningful lives. UNPA issued a set of 6 stamps on March 30 to raise the awareness of Autism globally.

 

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and autism are both general terms for a group of complex disorders of brain development. These disorders are characterized, in varying degrees, by difficulties in social interaction, verbal and nonverbal communication and repetitive behaviours. ASD can be associated with intellectual disability, difficulties in motor coordination and attention, and physical health issues. Autism appears to have its roots in very early brain development. However, the most obvious signs of autism and symptoms of autism tend to emerge between two and three years of age. Studies also show that autism is three to four times more common among boys than girls.

 

Each individual with autism is unique. Many of those on the autism spectrum have exceptional abilities in visual skills, music, math, art and academic skills. About 40 per cent have average to above average intellectual abilities. Indeed, many persons on the spectrum take deserved pride in their distinctive abilities and "atypical" ways of viewing the world. Others with autism have significant disabilities and are unable to live independently. About 25 per cent of individuals with ASD are nonverbal but can learn to communicate using other means.

The overall mission of autism organizations is to support people affected by autism and their families to improve the lives of those on the autism spectrum. For some, this means the development and delivery of more effective treatments that can address significant challenges in communication and physical health. For others, it means increasing acceptance, respect and support.

: UNPA

New Special cover from Orissa…

 

Sadar Hospital, Kendujhar Odisha : Centenary Celebration

Date of Issue : 1 April 2012

"The centenary Celebration of the Sadar Hospital, Kendujhar District of Odisha was held on the Odisha Day, 01.04.2012 at the Town Hall, Kendujhar. On the occasion, besides other programmes, a special cover was also released by Sh. Prasanna Kumar Acharya, Honourable Minister for Health and Family Welfare. Sh. Badri Narayn Patra, Minister for Higher Education, Sports and Youth Affairs was also present on the occasion.

The other dignitaries present on the dais were Sh. Yashobanta Narayan Singh Laguri , Honourable MP, Kendujhar, Sh. Jitu Patnaik, MLA, Champua, Sh. Premananda Nayak, MLA, Telkoi, Sh. Bhagirathi Sethi, MLA, Anandapur, Sh. Subarna Nayak, MLA, Kendujhar, Sh. Hrusikesh Naik, MLA,Patna, Sh. D.V.Swamy, IAS, Collector, Kendujhar, Sh. Asish Kumar Singh, IPS, SP, Kendujhar,Dr. Kishore Chandra Behera, CDMO, Sadar Hospital, Kendujhar, etc .

Senior Philatelist Shri Ajit Kumar Dash, Secretary, Eastern India Philatelists’ Associaton( EIPA), Sh. Akhay Kumar Nayak, President Kendujhar Philatelists’ Association(KEPA), Dr. C.S. Basak and other local Philatelists were also present during the function. A total number of 2012 covers have been printed and are numbered from 0001 to 2012"

- Ajit Dash - Bhubaneshwar

New stamps from Vietnam..

 

For a Vietnam Free of Tuberculosis

Date of Issue : 24 March 2012

Tuberculosis (TB) is caused by an infection Mycobacterium Tuberculosis which mostly has affected the lungs but sometimes the other parts of the body. Today, TB is mostly common, having bad effect over one third of the world’s population, with 9 million new cases each year, causing 2 million deaths, mostly in developing countries.

On the occasion of World Tuberculosis Day, when Dr. Robert Koch detected the cause of tuberculosis and made propaganda against TB in Vietnam, on the 24th of March 2012, the Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC) special issues stamp set: “ For a Vietnam free of Tuberculosis! ”.

Date of Issue : 8 March 2012

The Ministry of Information and Communication of Vietnam has issued a set of stamps dedicated to the evolution of the national dress of Vietnamese women - Ao Dai.

Ao Dai is Vietnam's traditional dress, which was first designed over hundred years ago. This dress was renewed many times under different names and finally became Vietnam ladies' current formal dress. It is usually worn in formal events, festivals and is now a popular uniform for girl students.

Club News

KANPEX – 2012

  Report by Mrityunjay Mishra, Kanpur

A district level stamp exhibition KANPEX 2012 was held at head Post office , kanpur from 24-25 March 2012. The exhibits on various categories were displayed in 132 frames. My stamp was the centre of attraction at the  exhibition. Two special covers were released during the show. On the spot drawing competition, Quiz and a philatelic workshop was organized at the exhibition. Noted philatelist from Lucknow  Mr Dinesh Chandra Sharma was member of jury.

 

IN INVITEE CLASS- SHRI RAMESH CHANDRA, SMT. SHAMA ZAIDI, SHRI S.A.M. ZAIDI, SHRI DINESH CHANDRA SHARMA, SHRI MOHIT KUMAR, SMT. SUMAN LATA AND SHRI RAJ PREET SINGH SALUJA  WERE HONORED WITH MEMENTO & CERTIFICATE.

IN COMPETITIVE CLASS  – 

TWO GOLD - DR. V.S. RAJPUTAND SMT. NOOPUR MEHROTRA,

TWO SILVER– GAURANG AGARWAL AND VASU YADAV

SIX BRONZE – KU. ASATHA SHUKLA, ASHUTOSH SHUKLA, ABHISHEK PRAJAPATI, NILAY MEHROTRA, MALAY MEHROTRA AND LABHANSHI AGRAWAL WERE AWARDED WITH MEDAL AND CERTIFICATE.

- MRITYUNJAY MISHRA : email :  jay_mishra2003@yahoo​.com    Ph. 9984169915

Which work of art would you like to see portrayed on a stamp in 2013?

In 2013, Åland Post issues a stamp to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Åland Art Museum. You can now join in to select the artwork to be depicted on this stamp !
Aland Post  raffles off a €100 gift voucher to Mariehamns bokhandel and 5 Year books “Ålands Frimärken berättar 2010-2011” (value: €59.40) among all voters.

 

The artworks are listed on the website.   To the vote….   Read More…

New Stamps on AIDS Prevention Campaign..

 

In the three decades since its first recognition, AIDS has killed nearly 30 million worldwide, mowing down communities of young gay men and intravenous drug users and making orphans of millions of children. To create awareness many postal administration have issued stamps on AIDS Prevention.

Brazil

Date of Issue : 10 December 2011

The Brazilian Post has issued a series of eight stamps and an educational booklet dedicated to the 30 years of discovery of AIDS and 28 years of Brazilian response to this threatening disease. The stamps created by cartoonist Ziraldo are focusing on the risks of contracting HIV and the correct ways of preventing the virus at all stages of life.

Ukraine

Date of Issue : 1 December 2011

“AIDS. 30 Years”

The Ukrainian Post has joined the countries commemorating AIDS Prevention on their stamps.

From our Readers …

 

India Year Pack 2009

Received  Year Pack 2009 through my PDA account. I was shocked to see the price printed on the pack.
There were total 107 stamps issued in 2009, with three stamps in denomination of Rs. 20.
so the total comes to
104 x Rs. 5 = Rs. 520
3 x Rs. 20 = Rs. 60
Total = Rs. 580.

but the price printed on the pack was Rs. 800...!!! also the quantity of stamps issued were mentioned wrong as 104 instead of 107.Normally in previous year packs, the handling cost charged was around only Rs. 60

- Kasinath R   http://shipthemegallery.blogspot.com/

Special Covers

Special Covers issued during Chinar – 2011, Srinagar

 

 

 

 

 

  : Hemant Jain , Mandla (MP)

New Stamp from India

 

The Smile Train – Cleft Surgery

 

Date of Issue : 6 December 2011

: Mahesh Reddiar  www.PhilaIndia.info

 

Smile Train is a not-for-profit,  organization based in New York City with the mission of providing free corrective surgery for children with cleft lip and palate in about 80 developing countries. Founded in 1999, Smile Train focuses on providing free cleft-related training for doctors and medical professionals. Smile Train uses technology including surgery-training software and grading of operations via digital imaging to increase efficiency.

 

Hi ! After a gap I have started giving regular updates on new stamps and other philatelic activities. I have received covers of 11.11.11 from my friends and readers which I would publish soon. India Post issued a new postage stamp on The Smile Train – Cleft Surgery on 6 December 2011.

New Stamp Booklets

19 stamp  Booklets were issued during Chinar 2011,Stamp Exhibition  Srinagar.

 

Stamp Booklets – 5 - 9

 

 

: Hemant Kr.Jain , Mandla (MP)