COMMEMORATIVE COIN RELEASE
Must bring youth into public services who are not attracted by public office: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi underlined the importance of recruiting youth for public services focused on public service, saying that recruitment examinations should evaluate not only knowledge but the motivation for civil services. The PM also praised the contributions of UPSC over the past century and emphasised a pro-people governance approach.
PM Modi lauds SRCC for nurturing generations of leaders in business, public life
During the centenary celebrations of Shri Ram College of Commerce, Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the institution's enduring commitment to academic excellence and leadership cultivation. He commemorated the occasion by releasing a special Rs 100 coin. Modi's earlier visit in 2013 as the Chief Minister of Gujarat underlines his lasting connection to the college and reflects the BJP's initiative to engage the youth effectively.
PM Modi calls SRCC alumni ‘OGs’, felicitated at centenary event after Metro ride
Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended Shri Ram College of Commerce's centenary celebrations in Delhi. He praised the institution's alumni as the "OGs" of leadership in contemporary terms. The Prime Minister traveled by Delhi Metro and interacted with students during his journey. He released a commemorative ₹100 coin marking the college's 100th anniversary. The event coincided with the national Teachers' Day celebration on September 5.
Trump $1 coins aka 'Golden Dollars' are here, minus the gold. The US Mint is putting the sitting president’s face on American money for the first time
The U.S. Mint has unveiled a striking gold-colored dollar coin honoring President Donald J. Trump, coinciding with the nation's 250th anniversary celebration set for 2026. Crafted from copper, these collector coins will feature a unique privy mark on select pieces. This release represents a noteworthy occasion in the history of U.S. currency.
PM Modi to inaugurate year-long commemoration of 150 years of 'Vande Mataram' on Friday
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch a year-long celebration of 'Vande Mataram' on Friday. The event marks 150 years since the song's composition. A special stamp and coin will be released. Mass singing of the full song is planned across public places.
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India issues Rs 100 coin to celebrate green revolution hero Dr M. S. Swaminathan: Here’s what it looks like
India will release a 100 Rupee coin to celebrate M. S. Swaminathan's 100th birthday. The coin will be made of silver, copper, nickel, and zinc. It will feature the Ashoka Pillar and Swaminathan's image. The coin will weigh 35 grams. It will honour his contributions to Indian agriculture. The coin will be minted in Kolkata.
Karunanidhi a towering figure in Indian politics, society: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi honored the late DMK President M Karunanidhi as an influential personality in Indian politics and literature. In a message to Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin, Modi acknowledged Karunanidhi's contribution to Tamil culture. The commendation coincided with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh releasing a commemorative coin on Karunanidhi's centenary.
Govt to release two commemorative coins to mark India's G20 presidency
The government will release two commemorative coins of Rs 100 and Rs 75 to mark India's G20 presidency. According to a gazette notification issued on July 24, the commemorative Rs 100 coin will bear the Lion Capitol of Ashoka Pillar in the centre with the legend Satyamev Jayate in Devnagari on its obverse side.
PM Modi releases special stamp, coin to mark inauguration of new Parliament building
According to a gazette notification by the Department of Economic Affairs under the Union Ministry of the Finance, the weight of the coin would be 34.65-35.35 grams.
Prime Minister to release commemorative coin in honour of Iskcon founder on September 1
Following the remarks of Union Tourism and Culture Minister Shri G. Kishan Reddy, the PM would unveil the Commemorative coin minted at Alipore mint in Kolkata.
PM Modi to attend centennial foundation day celebration of Lucknow University on November 25
PM Modi will attend the celebration of Centennial Foundation Day of University of Lucknow on November 25, 2020 at 5:30 pm via video conferencing, a statement from the Prime Minister's Office said.
Commemorative coin as part of Vijaya Raje Scindia's birth centenary celebrations: PM Modi
"Tomorrow, 12th October is the Jayanti of Rajmata Vijaya Raje Scindia. On this special day, commemorative coin of Rs 100 would be released at 11 AM. This is a part of her birth centenary celebrations and is yet another occasion to pay tributes to her great personality,” Prime Minister Narendra Modi said in a tweet.
All 14 types of Rs 10 coin legal tender, says RBI. Check details of all 14 types here
"These 14 types of Rs 10 coins have distinctive features to reflect various themes of economic, social and cultural values and are introduced from time to time," RBI said in a statement.
Just 12 buyers for Ambedkar commemorative coins
For Ambedkar Foundation, the coins are posing a bigger logistical issue. Housed in a temporary porta cabin on Janpath Road, foundation officials have to guard them.
Stamps to mark Mother Teresa’s Sainthood Day on September 4
Vatican City will release a special commemorative stamp on Mother Teresa. Macedonia, where the Mother was born, will issue a special limited-edition coin to mark the event.
Govt releases commemorative coin on Tatya Tope
During the Sepoy Mutiny, Sharma said, Tope fought and gave his important contribution for the independence of the country.
Commemorative coin released on Lala Lajpat Rai's birth anniversary
Culture minister Mahesh Sharma released a Commemorative Coin of Rs 150 and a Circulation Coin of Rs 10 on Late Lala Lajpat Rai.
PM releases commemorative coins on Ambedkar Jayanti
Finance Minister Arun Jaitley and Social Justice and Empowerment Minister Thawar Chand Gehlot were present on the occasion.
PM Narendra Modi unveils commemorative postal stamps, coins at Africa summit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi today released commemorative postal stamps and coins at the third India-Africa Forum Summit.
Government releases stamp on Dr Ambedkar; to release coin in his honour
Communications and IT Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad released the stamp. The government is celebrating 125th birth anniversary of Dr Ambedkar this year.
RBI to issue Rs 5 coin on golden jubilee of 1965 Indo-Pak war
The new coin in the obverse will bear Lion Capital of Ashoka Pillar in the centre with Satyamev Jayate inscribed below it, the release said.
RBI to issue Rs 10 coins to mark International Yoga Day
"RBI will shortly put into circulation Rs 10 coins to commemorate the International Day of Yoga which the Government of India has minted."
Singapore releases coins to mark 50th anniversary
The series comprise a cupro-nickel coin of two Singapore dollars, a silver coin of five Singapore dollars and a gold coin of 50 Singapore dollars.
Pravasi Bharatiya Divas: Coins, stamps released to mark 100 years of Mahatma Gandhi's return
Prime Minister Narendra Modi today released the coins and stamps at the 13th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) function.
New Rs 5 coins to mark Swami Vivekanada's 150th birth anniversary
RBI said that these coins are the legal tender and the existing coins in this denomination shall also continue to be legal tender.
Pranab Mukherjee releases Rs 150 commemorative coin
The Finance Minister released the commemorative coins in denomination of Rs 150 and Rs 5 to mark the completion of year long celebrations of 150 years of Income Tax collections.
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