Showing posts with label Jainism. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Jainism. Show all posts

24 March 2019

New Special Covers



 Jain Saint Acharya Shantisagar Maharaj



On the occasion of inauguration of centenary year celebration of Muni Diksha of first Digsmber Jain Acharya of 20th century Prathamacharya Shantisagar Ji Maharaj, a special cover and special cancelation has been released at Humcha (Karnataka) on 20th March 2019. 




A function was organized in the holy presence of Pujya Acharya Vardhmansagar ji Maharaj in which Swasti Shree Devandrakeerthi Bhattarak Swamiji released the cover. Many other Jain Math Bhattarakji, Sri Ashok Patni, Sri Nirmal Kumar Shethi, and Karnataka Chapter Convenor of Jainism Philately Group Mr. Mahaveer Kundur etc. were guest of honor.

- Sudhir Jain, Satna (MP)

Special Cover on Ice Stupa




On March 18, 2019 India Post  released a ‘special stamp cover on Ice Stupa’. The stamp was released by Jammu and Kashmir’s Chief Postmaster General during a function organised at the Ice Stupa site at Gangles Village in Leh.




A number of officers and dignitaries from Army and civil administration were present on the occasion.

Over 12 villages in Ladakh have built ice Stupas this year in various villages.

With the technical and material support by the Himalayan Institute of Alternatives Ladakh ( HIAL) , village youths have enthusiastically participated in building the ice Stupas. 

To keep motivated, this year HIAL has organized a competition among the villages on ice Stupas .

Ramon Magsaysay and Rolex award winner Sonam Wangchuk said simple living in cities only would help and allow the ecology of mountains to just survive. 

Global warming, ecological imbalance have caused irreparable damage oñ Himalayas, thus this awareness through the stamp release has been taken up, he said.
Ice Stupas is not any celebration but survival technique we in SECMOL have developed over a period, Wangchuk said.

Saving Winter water, that flows waste, in a cone shaped stupa which is not melted easily is the main idea behind it , he explains.
This stupa melts slowly  and serves the purpose of drinking and irrigation, he said. 

In each ice Stupa atleast 30-50 lakh ltrs of water is saved. This is apart from the naturally saved water in the slopes of mountains, Sonam Wangchuk said.


10 February 2019

New Special Cover : Dharmsthsla Bahubali Mahamastakabhishek



 Dharmsthsla Bahubali Mahamastakabhishek Mahotsav 2019 - 9 February 2019


India Post has released a special cover and special  cancellation on Sataurday 9th February 2019 on the occasion of Baghavan Bahubali Swamy 4th Mahamastakabhishek Mahotsav -2019 at  Ratnagiri, Dharmstala (District South Kannada) Karnataka.



In grand starting function of Mahamastakabhishek, this cover was released by Pujya Sri Vishweshathertha  Swamiji of Udupi Pejawar Mutt, Padmavibhushana Dr.  Veerendra Heggade ji Kshetradhikari of Dharmsthsla,  Chief Minister of Karnataka Honorable Sri Kumarswamy, 


Central Minister Sri Sadanandgouda, Minister Sri U T Khadar, India Post SSPO Puttur Division Sri Jagadhish Pai, Mr. Mahaveer Kundur, Karnataka State Chairman of Jainism Philately Group released the cover in the auspicious  presence of Pujya Acharya Vardhman Sagar ji maharaj and his sangh. Many more Galaxy of Karnataka State Ministers, MLAs, MLCs, officials were also present in the
grand Colourful, Traditional Function.

This 39 feet high statue of Bhagwan Bahubali was established by Dr. Veerendra Heggade ji in the year 1982. After every 12 years grand Mahamastakabhishek mahotsav is being organized here. This is the 4th Mahamastakabhishek. Previously during inauguration in the year 1982 and during last Mahamastakabhishek in the year 2007 also special covers had been issued.


- Sudhir Jain, Satna (MP)




29 September 2018

New Special Covers




 Gandhinagar Higher Secondary School - Platinum Jubilee Celebrations




In 1942, Sri. Devudu Narasimha Sastry, Vidyasagara MPL Sastry and others started this Gandhinagar High School in Gandhinagar to impart quality education to the students of the locality. Under the stewardship of Late Prof. MPL Sastry school rose high by imparting good and value based education. The alumni includes many of our last and present State and Central Ministers, lAS, IPS, KAS, Central and State Officers. This special cover is being released to commemorate the Platinum Jubilee Celebration of the school. 


 Kannada Pustaka Pradikara - Silver Jubilee Celebration



The world is witnessing information revolution that was unseen and unheard before, due to the onset of internet. Although there has been a great revolution in the means of communication, books continue to be the cheapest and fastest means to communicate and exchange experiences, thoughts, issues and knowledge. Books have been the fountainhead of knowledge, effortlessly surmounting the tests of time in transmitting the wisdom in all the directions. - K.P. Poornachandra Tejas

- Suresh R. - Bangalore


Tribute to Muni Tarun Sagar Ji Maharaj





: Ashwani Dubey - Gorakhpur

12 September 2018

New Special Covers on Jainism theme


 Jain Saint Acharya Shanti Sagar Ji Maharaj





On the occasion of 63rd punyatithi Mahotsav of first Jain Saint Prathamachaya Shanti Sagar Ji Maharaj, two special covers and special cancellations have been issued at famous Jain pilgrim centres Sravanabelgola (Karnataka) and Rishabhgiri Mangi Tungi (Maharashtra) on 11th September 2018.



At Sravanabelgola special cover was released in the holy presence of Pujya Bhattarak Charukirti Mahaswamiji in a grand function. At Mangi Tungi Pujya Aryika Gyanmati Mataji and Pujya Ravindra Kirti Swamiji graced the release function.



Mr. Mahaveer Kundur Hubli, Mr. Ravindra Kumar Jain Malegaon and Mr. Shantilal Hiran Nasik of Jainism Philately Group and Mr. Manish Jain Bangalore and Mr. Jagannath Mani Bangalore of Karnataka Philatelic Society were instrumental in release of these covers.


- Sudhir Jain, Satna (MP)


20 July 2018

New Special Covers






On the occasion of the 50th Sanyam Swarn Jayanti Mahotsav of Pujya Jain Acharya Vidhyasagar Ji Maharaj, India Post has released a special cover and special cancellation at Satna (M. P.) In a graceful function on 17th July 2018. Mr. A. K. Jain Superintendent of Post Offices was chief guest and senior Philatelist Mr. Sudhir Jain Secretary Central India Philatelic Society presided the function. Society President Mr. Lajpat Rai given welcome speech and Jainism Philately Group member Mr. Rajendra Agarwal Shashi given vote of thanks. Beautiful coloured folder and My stamp on Acharya Vidhyasagar Ji was also released in this function. Function was attended by large number of Philatelists, Jain community members and citizens. 




- Sudhir Jain, Satna (MP)



Special cover on Mahatma Gandhi's First Arrival at Allahabad on 5th July 1896


A special Cover was released on 5th July 2018 on Mahatma Gandhi's First arrival at Allahabad.


- Rahul Ganguli, Allahabad


12 April 2018

GOMMATPEX-2018 , Sravanabelgola



 GOMMATPEX-2018  


National level philatelic exhibition on Jainism theme GOMMATPEX-2018 successfully organized at famous pilgrimage centre and tourist attraction Sravanabelgola in Hassan District of Karnataka on 7th and 8th April 2018. 62 participants from all over India participated in this exhibition.



This exhibition was jointly organized by India Post, Karnataka Philatelic Society, Jainism Philately Group and Shri Jain Math Sravanabelgola at Interpretation Centre. A beautiful special cover was also released on this occasion.



Traditional postman with ancient dress and classical Karnataka Music escorted the guests His Holiness Bhattarak Charukirti Swami Ji, CPMG Dr. Carles Lobo, PMG Mr. Rajendra Kumar, National Chairman of Jainism Philately Group Mr. Sudhir Jain, Gommatwani Editor Mr. Ashok Kumar, Exhibition Chairman Mr. Mahaveer Kundur, Co-ordinator Mr. Jagannath Mani, Secretary Mr. H. C. Sadananda, Treasurer Mr. Manish Jain etc. Flag hosting and lighting of lamp was also very attractive.



Mrs. Rashmi Jain started the inaugural function with manglacharan song. Pujya Bhattarak Swamiji inaugurated the exhibition and blessed all the participants for spreading principles of Jainism through Philately. Chief Postmaster General Dr. Charles Lobo told that first permanent pictorial cancellation of Karnataka was introduced at Sravanabelgola in the year 1978 and after that Gommateshwara is the main attraction of Philatelists and maximum number of covers, cancellations, frankings have been issued on Gommateshwara.

It was a non competitive exhibition and all the participants received medal and certificate.
One the same day one more special cover has been issued to commemorate Diamond Jubilee of Sravanabelgola Post Office. 


Jainism Philately Group National Meet  successfully organized at Sravanabelgola

3rd National Meet of Jainism Philately Group (JPG) successfully organized at world famous religious place Sravanabelgola (Karnataka) on 7th April 2018 fallowed by visit of other historical places of Philatelic importance on 8th and 9th April 2018. About 150 members from all over India participated in the meet.

National Meet was inaugurated by Param Punya Swastishri Bgatdarak Charukirti Swamiji of Shri Jain Math Sravanabelgola and presided by JPG National Chairman Mr. Sudhir Jain (Satna). It was started with the mangalacharan by Mrs. Trishala Jain and welcome song by Mrs. Rashmi Jain. Editor of Gommatvani Mr. Ashok Kumar, National Vice Chairman Mr. Pramod Kumar Kain (Pondicherry) and Dr. Pradip Jain (Balod), General Secretary Mr. Mithalal Jain (Pune), Karnataka State Convenor Mr. Mahaveer Kundur (Hubli) and Mr. Manish Jain (Bangalore) were on the Dias. 

Chief guest Pujya Bhatrarak Ji given hiss blessings to the Group for spreading massages of Jainism like Ahimsa and non violence through Philately. He suggested to pursue release of commemorative stamps on first Jain saint Aacharya Shantisagar Ji Maharaj, brave queen of Karnataka Rani Abbakka, famous Maharani Shantala and Danchintamani Atimabbe.


Two beautiful books were also released on this occasion. First was " Dak tickaton par Jain itihas evam sanskrati" written by Mr. Suresh Kumar Jain (Ludhiana) and second was "Philately on Jainism" written by Mr. Vikas Jain (Ajmer) and Mr. Pramod Kumar Jain (Pondichery).


After the Sravanabelgola Meet JPG tour was organized for historical places Helebidu, Belur, Dharmsthala, Venur, Karkala and Moodbidri. All these places have permanent pictorial cancellations and a beautifully designed booklet covering Philatelic items related to these places released by Padmavibhushan Rajarshi Dr. Virendra Heggade Ji on 9th April 2018 at Dharmsthala in a grand function organized by JPG.

In Moodbidri JPG members visited famous Thousand Pillar Temple and witnessed rare ratna idols of precious stones and ancient manuscripts on tadpatras. Moodbidri Bhatrarak ji honoured all the JPG members in a function.


- Sudhir Jain, Satna (MP)

28 March 2018

GOMMATPEX - 2018 - Exhibition on Jainism theme





 GOMMATPEX – 2018, Sravenabelagola



GOMMATPEX - 2018 at Sravanabelgola
( Stamp exhibition on Jainism theme organized by Jainism Philately Group )

7th April 2018 Time : 11 AM to 6 PM  
8th April 2018 Time 10 AM to 2 PM 

3rd National Jainism Philately Group Meet

Saturday 7th April 2018 - 3.00 PM - at Kanaji Auditorium, Near Jain Math, Sravanabelgola




- Sudhir Jain - Satna (MP) 
National Chairman Ph. 9425174190



16 March 2018

GOMMATPEX 2018 - Jainism Philatelic Exhibition







GOMMATPEX  2018
Jainism Philatelic Exhibition



7-8 APRIL, 2018  SHRAVANABELAGOLA


1. VENUE, DATE & ORGANIZATION
Jainism Philatelic Exhibition will be held at Interpretation Centre, Near Vindhyagiri Hill Steps Shravanabelagola 573135 from 7th April 10.00 AM TO 7.00 PM AND 8th April 10.00 AM TO 2.00 PM. The exhibition is being held by the Department of Post Hassan Division (HASSAN) and (SDJMI) Management Committee Trust, Jain math Shravanabelagola and with support of (JPG) Jainism Philately Group and in association with KPS Karnataka Philatelic Society Bangalore.
It will provide an opportunity for Philatelists residing in India to showcase their outstanding philatelic collections in the Invitee Class on first come first serve basis. This exhibition will consist only INVITEE class and is non competitive.
2. SPECIAL PHILATELIC ISSUES:
A Special Cover will be released on first day of the exhibition and the Department of Post will provide Special Cancellation of the exhibition depicting Jainism theme.
3. DEALERS’ BOOTHS:
Each Dealers booth will be charged Rs.3000/- i,e for the exhibition duration
(Two chairs and one table will be provided)
Only 6 Dealers booths will be provided at the venue to dealers for dealing in philatelic and other Collectible items. (On first come first sever basis) Dealers from all over the country may apply. 
4. REGULATIONS APPLYING FOR THIS PHILATELIC EXHIBITION:
IT WILL BE OPEN TO ALL
4.1. GOMMATPEX 2018 will be governed by the Committee of “GOMMATPEX 2018”.
4.2. Participation in GOMMATPEX 2018 is open to all philatelists having a permanent address in India. This exhibition is restricted for JAINISM theme only. Allied themes (like Vegetarianism, Peace, Non - violence etc,) will be accepted but fist preference will be given to Jainism theme only.
 4.3. All exhibits must be mounted on loose leaf Album /exhibit pages and enclosed with transparent protective covers
4.4. The organizers reserve the right to reject/remove any exhibit in whole or in part without assigning any reason
4.5. An individual exhibitor will be permitted Minimum one frame and Maximum of five frames will be permitted. In case of a family, no more than 2 entries shall be permitted.
4.6. A youth participant may apply for only one frame exhibit. In case, He or She has won any award will be taken in to consideration for five frames exhibits all applications in the Youth Class should be accompanied by Proof of date of birth & with latest award certificates of 2017.
4.7. FRAME SIZE: There will be a total number of about 100 frames. The frames will be adequately secured, artificially lighted, avoiding direct sun light for protection of exhibit. These frames will be 98 cms. Wide and 129 cms high and will held 16 standard size album pages of 22 cms. X 29 cms.)Or 8 pages of 44cms x 29 cms.
5. CLASSIFICATION OF EXHIBITS:
5.1. INVITEE CLASS: (NON COMPETITVE CLASS): Outstanding collections from individuals and collections of the members of the JPG will also be exhibited by invitation.
5.1. a. Thematic
5.1. b. Maximaphilly
5.1. c. First Day Cover Special Covers & Other postal Stationary          
       
 6. APPLICATIONS FOR ENTRY

6.1. Exhibitors desirous of participating in the exhibition should apply online by email only. Email id gommatpex2018@gmail.com the entry forms (duly filled and signed) along with An Introductory page and Synopsis of the exhibit should reach To Secretary, GOMMATPEX 2018, latest by 20th March 2018
6.2. All exhibits must be accompanied by one photo copy of each album sheet duly signed by the exhibitor for security purpose only.
6.3. Each exhibit must be accompanied by inventory of each album sheet in duplicate. Inventory form with the allotment letter can be down loaded from the e mail attachment sent.
6.4. Exhibitors must have been owners of their exhibit
7. RESTRICTION ON EXHIBITION OF ARCHIVAL AND OTHER MATERIALS:
Any, postal stationery, printed in India after independence, any Indian items not officially issued and /or pre-released after independence are banned from being exhibited as an entry or part of an exhibit.
Any Item, which does not show the correct International Boundaries of India, and/or which offends the religious, ethnic, national integrity or environmental sentiments will not be allowed to be displayed. Exhibitors should ensure that no exhibit includes any such material.
8. ALLOTMENT OF FRAMES:
8.1. The entries accepted and the number of frames allotted will be notified to the participants by 22-03-2018, by email only.
8.2. The number of frames allotted may be increased or decreased at the discretion of the Allotment Committee without assigning any reason.
8.3. The names and addresses of the exhibitors should be written in CAPITAL LETTERS at the back of each album sheet which shall be numbered on the corner.
9. ALLOTMENT AND PARTICIPATION FEES:
9.1. No charge has to be paid

9.2. On receipt of the Application Allotment Letter for the participation of “GOMMATPEX 2018”, will be sent by email only, on or before 22th March 2018,

9.3. Those who have applied online and received the Allotment Letter by email should send the Exhibit Application Form duly signed along with the Introduction Page to the address mentioned below.

The Secretary,
Mr. Sadananda H.C
GOMMATAPEX 2018
SPO’S Hassan Division
Hassan 573201
Mobile No: 9480887383
 
9.4. Late entries, if any may be accepted at the sole discretion of the Organizing Committee

10. TRANSMISSION AND MOUNTING OF EXHIBITS:
10.1. The participant is required to indicate the desired arrangement of sheets. Every care will be taken to see that the exhibit is mounted accordingly.
10.2. Exhibits if sent by Post must be forwarded through INSURED POST at owner’s risk. The organizers will not be responsible for any lack of statutory compliance, on part of the participant, loss or damage during transit or otherwise.
10.3. All exhibits should reach The Secretary, before 30-03-2018 and not after 03-04-2018.
10.4. Exhibits will not be accepted at the venue under any circumstances.
10.5. The Organizers will be responsible for the mounting and dismounting of all exhibits. No exhibits will be removed during the exhibition.
10.6. Exhibits will be returned as soon as possible after the close of Exhibition by Registered Insured Parcel for Rs. 500/- only & free of charge, only at the risk of the exhibitor. If the exhibits are desired to be returned by any other mode, the participant must indicate the same in writing and bear the cost thereof.
10.7. Exhibitors who so desire can collect their exhibits in person after the Exhibition I.e., only against the Acknowledgement Receipt in original, which shall thereafter remain with the Organizing Committee.
11. INSURANCE AND SECURITY:
11.1. Exhibitors are advised that in their own interest they should make arrangements for individual insurance of their Exhibit. The Organizing Committee will have adequate professional security round the clock at the venue for the whole duration of the exhibition.
12. LIABILITY:

12.1. Though every possible care will be taken of the exhibits, no liability/responsibility shall be attached either to the organizers of the Exhibition or to the members of the Organizing Committee or its employees or Voluntary Associates for any loss or damage to the exhibits arising from any cause or reason whatsoever
.

12.2. For all disputes arising in respect of the exhibition, the decision of the Organizing Committee shall be final and for all legal matters the Hassan civil Court will have jurisdiction.
13. THE JURY:
13.1. All class will be in invitee Hence, No need of The Jury Organizing Committee will elect its own office bearers and set its own procedure. 
14. ACCOMMODATION:
14.1. For the exhibitors accommodation will be made by the committee
15. PHILATELIC BOOTH:

15.1. A philatelic booth of the Indian Post Hassan Division and other division for selling Commemorative stamps, FDC’S my stamps Special Cover, and other philatelic materials,

15.2. The booth of the Karnataka Philatelic Society of Bangalore shall sell its own publications, Special Covers and other Philatelic items.

16. AMENDMIENT OF RULES:
16.1. The Organizers reserve the rights to add, alter or amend any of these rules at any point of time & without any prior notice.

16.2. The decision of the Organizers on all questions concerning the Exhibition shall be final & binding on all concerned.

16.3. Signature of an exhibitor on the Exhibitor Application Form shall be deemed as the acceptance of these Special Regulations in their entirety by the exhibitor.

18. All Communications to be sent to:
18.1 gommatpex2018@gmail.com & exhibits etc, to the below address

The Secretary,
Mr. Sadananda H.C
GOMMATAPEX 2018
SPO’S Hassan Division
Hassan 573201
Mobile No: 09480887383
Email: gommatpex2018@gmail.com


18.2
The Chairman:
Mr Mahaveer Kundur
GOMMATPEX 2018
Mobile No: 09483542151 
 

18.3
Treasurer:
Mr Manish A.Jain
GOMMATPEX 2018
Mobile No: 09845170700 
 

18.4
Coordinator:
Mr Jagannath Mani
GOMMATPEX 2018
Mobile No: 09900404808
 
: Jagannath Mani - Bangalore, Sudhir Jain - Satna (MP)


05 March 2018

Serenade Love stamp from Slovenia







Date of Issue : 26 January 2018


This beautiful Love stamp issued by Slovenia Post on 26 January 2018 showcases an interesting blend of contemporary technology and  traditional way to express love. Back in the classic era, it had become a trend among lovers to play romantic music or sing songs outside the window of whom they want to impress. The stamp design mixes up this tradition with the age of internet and mobile phones.



It features a huge cell phone. A boy is standing on a balcony that extends from the phone, and a girl is standing under the balcony trying to serenade and impress her love with a symbolic heart in her hand.


New Special Cover

A special cover was released at Chennai on 23rd Feb. 2018 to commemorate JITO Connect 2018 (Jain International Trade Organisation). Cover and special cancellation depict Swastik and siddh shila.



- Sudhir Jain, Satna (MP)

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