DK Philatelic and Numismatic Association, Mangalore

Collection of Mr.Baikady Srinivas Rao.

2012-01-24T17:03:00.001+05:30

Here are some of the Photos of the collection of Mr.Baikady Srinivas Rao, who is the vice President of our Association presently. He is collecting on the theme of Butterflies and has won state and National award for the same. He has exhibited his collection in various Schools and institution to promote Philately. He also has a collection of Coins and Currencies besides stamps.

Happy New Year - 2012

2011-12-31T15:40:00.000+05:30

Wishing all our Members and Readers a very Happy New year - 2012

Birdpex - 2011 (2)

2011-12-19T16:44:00.000+05:30

Birdpex - 2011 (1)

2011-12-16T15:39:00.000+05:30

An Exhibition on stamps of Birds was held by Daniel Monterio in a bid to enter the Guinness World Records at S.M.S Community Hall on 7th and 8th December 2011. Deputy Commissioner and District Magistrate, Udupi was the inaugrator of the function. Dr.Ravi Kumar, Suptd. of Police, Udupi and Mr.Ajith Kumar Hegde, Commissioner, MUDA, were the Chief Guests, Prof. Mathew C. Ninan, Dr. N.A Madhyastha, Mr.S.Gopal and Mr.M.K.Krishnayya were the Guests of Honor.

Glimpses - Part II

2011-12-09T11:32:00.000+05:30

Photos by: Mansoor.B (http://mbstamps.blogspot.com)

Glimpses - Part I

2011-12-06T10:55:00.001+05:30

Art is not easy, it takes lot of time and efforts,Artists think of Art all the time, unlike professionals who work only for 8 hours a day ' said Parvadhavardhini Gopalkrishnan, Principal of WelcomeGroup Graduate School of Hotel Administration, Manipal University after inaugurating ‘Glimpses’ an art exhibition by Veena Srinivas at Prasad Art Gallery, Mangalore, on 5th December 2011.

Dr Mukund Prabhu , a well known historian and founder member of our Association spoke about the subject art of ‘Kaavikale’ and its earlier version where it was also used to decorate the borders of windows and doors of the konkani tribes in Goa and uttar Kannada, he said that this art had come from Goa.

Mohan Alva, in his presidential address, also spoke about ‘Kaavikale’ a mythological art. He lamented that this great form of art is losing its value in the name of innovation and development. He said that as many of the temples are renovated and no efforts has been made to preserve this kind of art and lauded Veena for trying to give life to this art through paper.

The art teacher of Veena Srinivas and ex-president of D.K.Philatelic and Numismatic Association, M.R.Pavanje was also present on the stage. He said that it was a great pride to him to see his pupil's art being exhibited and blessed his student and said that he would like to see her attain higher glory.

Baikady Janardhan Achar compered the event and Thapasya Bhandary proposed the vote of thanks.

The exhibition will be open till December 9 from 10 am to 7 pm.

More Pictures at PART - II

BIRDPEX - 2011

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An Exhibition on Stamps of Birds by Daniel Monterio on 7th and 8th December 2011 at S.M.S.Comunity Hall from 10.00 AM to 5.00 PM.

"GLIMPSES" - Art Exhibition by Veena Srinivas

2011-11-22T16:35:00.000+05:30

Monthly Meeting of DKPNA - November 2011

2011-11-17T14:35:00.001+05:30

A Philatelic exhibition on "Children's Day" by Dr.Ratheesh Udupa was held at the venue. Mr.Jayaprakash displayed coins released by Kings of Karnataka Origin, to mark Karnataka Rajyothsava.

There were about 50 members present. New members were introduced. Workshops and other activities of the members were informed to the gathering.. Exchange and other activities were held after the conclusion of the meeting.

For Media News and Pics visit Coastal Digest

Fragrance Stamps ! - Media News.

2011-11-03T16:03:00.000+05:30

Here is a link to a Newspaper clipping of Times of India, Mangalore edition dated 3rd November 2011.

Fragrance Stamps of India. - Times of India dtd. 03.11.2011

Happy Diwali !

2011-10-26T10:44:00.004+05:30

WISHING ALL OUR MEMBERS AND READERS A VERY HAPPY DIWALI !

National Postal Week - Philately Day in Mangalore (2)

2011-10-15T12:04:00.000+05:30

More of the Pics related to the earlier News of Philately day celebrations held at Head Post Office Mangalore.

We thank all the members of DKPNA and the Postal Department for supporting this exhibition and also for providing the photographs.

National Postal Week - Philately Day in Mangalore.

2011-10-14T10:31:00.008+05:30

As a part of the National Postal Week, a Philatelic Exhibition was conducted at Head Post Office, Mangalore on 12.10.2011 to celebrate Philately Day. The function started with a Prayer song by Mrs.Shantha Bhat . Speaking at the function held at the venue, the guest of honour, Sri. Baikady Srinivas Rao, Vice President of Dakshina Kannada Philatelic Association, who addressed the gathering with a message to the public that, Philately is the king of hobbies and should be motivated among the children. He also thanked the Senior Suptd. Of Posts and the Sr. Postmaster for the support rendered by them to our activities and also for the efficient working of the Mangalore Bureau, with the help of ever helping Bureau-in-charge.

Our member Dr G.G Laxman Prabhu, Associate Professor of KMC, inspired the gathering with his speech. He emphasized the importance of Post men in the success of Postal Organisation and described the difficulties faced by them in rendering their daily duty, which he said as “the Postmen some times have to face the dog not only outside the house but inside too”. He also spoke on the importance of Philately in today’s world and said that the Postal Department should be lauded for bringing out stamps on various leaders not just the well known, but also lesser known freedom fighters like Veer Savarkar in the year 1970, who had the prophesied the freedom of India when he was is the Cellular Jail.

The Exhibition was inaugurated by Sri. T. G. Naik, Sr. Supdt of Post Offices, Mangalore. Vice President of D.K.Philatelic Association, Mrs. Jane D’Souza, Jt.Secretary, Mr.Mansoor Bolar, Dr. Ratheesh Udupa and Mrs. Hariet Lasrado were also present and exhibited their collection of stamps on various subjects. Exhibition also included the collection of Sri. Baikady Srinivas Rao and Dr.G.G.Laxman Prabhu, which was open to the public from 9.00 AM to 5.30 PM. The Postmen of the venue Post Office were present and took keen interest in the program.

The gathering was welcomed by Sri Maxi G Pinto ASP (HQ) Mangalore and Vote of Thanks was proposed by Sri S S Mutnal, Sr. Postmaster, Mangalore HO. Smt. Rashma Shetty , Head of Philatelic Bureau was the convener of the function.

There was a good crowd at the function, the interested public and the visitors enjoyed the exhibition whole day. Some of them even wanted the exhibition to be continued and demanded that this should be done on other occasion too. The absence of students were noted as it was mid term vacation to most of the schools in the area.

Mansoor.B

Jt. Secretary, DKPNA.

More Photos to follow........

Also refer the following News Source:
The Hindu
Megamedianews.com
Mangaloretoday.com
Daijiworld.com

Monthly Meeting of DKPNA

2011-10-11T16:37:00.001+05:30

The monthly meeting of the D.K.Philatelic and Numismatic Association was held on 9th October 2011, 10.30 AM at Head Post Office, Pandeshwar,Mangalore.

A Philatelic exhibition on "Kannada Aksharamale" by Dr.Ratheesh Udupa, "Gandhi" by M.K.Krishnayya and Mrs.Vidya Baglodi was presented.A workshop by Mr.Jayaprakash was conducted to identify some of the fake coins. He explained the various methods to find out the fake coins from the real ones and spoke on the same. New Members were introduced and the exhibitors spoke on thier collections presented. Donations for the association was raised in the form of a Lucky Dip. Letters received were read and discussed in the Meeting and one among them received from the Postal Department in connection with Postal week was discussed and it was decided to exhibit the collection of members on 12th October in the premises of Head Post Office as part of "Philately Day".

There were about 50 members present. Exchange and other activities were held after the conclusion of the meeting.

Postal Week Celebrations.

2011-10-10T15:06:00.000+05:30

India Post will be celebrating Postal Week from 9th October to 14th October. To brief up on the activities and importance on the same a meeting was called by the Sr.Postmaster at Head Post Office, Mangalore on 8th October 2011.

World Post Day is celebrated on October 9, remembering this date for the establishment of Universal Postal Union (UPU) in 1874 in Bern, Switzerland.

Philately Day will be held on October 12, Postmen were asked to celebrate and requested to take part actively in all the programs conducted by the Posts.

It was also announced that a Philatelic exhibition will be held in the premises of the Head Post Office, from 9.30 AM to 5.00 PM on 12th October, with the help of the members of D.K.Philatelic and Numismatic Association and were requested to give wide publicity to the same. The Exhibition is open to the General Public.

Mr.S.S.Mutnal, Sr. Postmaster, Head Post Office Mangalore, Mr.Srinath, Manager, NSH, Mr.Mohan, PRIP, Mangalore, Mrs. Reshma, Philatelic Bureau In Charge, Mr.Mansoor. B. Jt.Secretary, DKPNA were present.

Hobby Club at MRPL.

2011-09-28T14:45:00.000+05:30

Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Ltd. Employees Club initiated a process to find the intellectual talent(s) of its employees and their dependents. In this connection, it started an Hobby Club, wherein the employees can show their talents viz., Stamp collection, Coin collection, IQ, Painting, Drawing,Dancing, Singing, Mimicry, Music etc.

The Hobby Club was inaugurated on 10-Sep-2011 by Shri K Lakshminarayana, GGM (HR) and Shri H C Sathyanarayana, President, MRPL Employees Club at 18:30 hrs. The Hobby Club was inaugurated in the premises of MRPL Employees Club.

During this inauguration ceremony, the employees and their dependents exhibited their Stamp, Coin, Match box labels and Antique collection(s). There were around 12 participants who exhibited their hobbies some of whom were members of D.K.Philatelic and Numismatic Association. There was an 45 minutes presentation on PHILATELY by Shri K Sridhar also a member of DKPNA. Mementos were presented to all the participants.

Meeting News - 10 July 2011

2011-07-12T17:27:00.000+05:30

Our Monthly meeting of July was held on 10 July 2011. Mr. Prabhakar Kamath exhibited his collection of Mule coins and Mr. Baikady Srinivas Rao exhibited the Miniature sheets of India.

For more News Visit Coastal Digest

We also thank Deccan Herald, The Hindu, Indian Express, Prajavani and Kannada Prabha for publishing the meeting news.

Rules for issue of commemorative postage stamps by Department of Posts.

2011-07-08T10:51:00.000+05:30

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The commemorative postage stamps issued by the Department of Posts, Govt. of India will be determined based on the following rules:-

1. Commemorative postage stamps will be issued on subjects that have a national or international stature or have made national/international contribution or impact or reflect national/international areas of concern.

2. The Annual Issue Programme shall reflect regional, cultural and ethnic balance.

3. Stamps on a particular subject shall issue only once, except thematic such as wild life, environment, transport, flora fauna etc. or regular issues like Children’s Day, Season Greetings and sets on heritage, nature, culture, art, architecture etc.

4. Stamps shall be issued only on the apex institutions, not on branches of any institution or organization.

5. There shall be not over 50 issues (maximum 100 stamps) of commemorative stamps per annum.

6. Stamps on personalities shall not exceed 10% of the Annual Issue Programme.

7. The Union Minister incharge of the Ministry of Communications & IT may approve 5% of the Annual Issue Programme.

8. The date of issue shall be fixed by the Philately Division keeping in view the significant dates relating to the subject and the availability of slots in the printing schedule.

9. Dates of issue once fixed shall not be changed. A proponent may hold a presentation function on any day on or after the date of issue.

10. Proposals may be sent by any citizen of India.

11. Proposals should be sent at least two years in advance for consideration by the Philatelic Advisory Committee (PAC) and approval by the competent authority.

12. Proposals must be submitted in the format available on indiapost.gov.in.

13. Proposals will be considered and recommended/not recommended by the PAC. They will not be carried forward for the next PAC meeting.

14. Proponents shall follow the protocol for release functions.

15. The Department of Posts will decide the subject matters, prohibited subjects renewal of philatelic products, procedure for proposal consideration and issue/release of a stamp, period of sale of commemorative/special stamps and for definitive stamps and postal stationery. It will also determine issue policy, withdrawal policy and archival policy.

16. The denominations of postage stamps shall be in consonance with domestic and international postal tariffs.

17. The personalities on whom commemorative stamp may be issued should be of national or international importance. The occasion to be commemorated must be the birth centenary or 10th /25th /50th /100th death anniversary. No stamp will be issued sooner than ten years after an individual’s death. A commemorative stamp shall be issued in honour of the head of State on his/her first death anniversary.

18. A stamp on an institution, building, monument etc. may be issued on its centenary/125th anniversary/ 150th anniversary etc. The building, institution to be so honoured must be Heritage site of national/international importance or site recognized by ASI of national/international importance. Building of regional importance may be commemorated with issue of special cover with special cancellation.

19. At least 25% of the stamps issued in a year will be on popular themes like flora, fauna, culture, heritage etc.

20. Proponents for the stamps relating to institutions/events/large organisations are required to make a mandatory purchase of a minimum number of 1 lakh stamps and the requisite philatelic ancillaries.

GENERAL BODY MEETING - 2011-2012

2011-07-07T16:40:00.002+05:30

General Body Meeting of our Association was held on 12th June 2011. Mr.Krishnayya The President of our Association welcomed all the members present to start the meeting.The Annual Report was read by The Secretary Mr.Prabhakar Kamath, which was passed without any objection.The Treasurer, Mr.Raghavendra Shenoy presented the Accounts which the members accepted without any objection.

Other matters were discussed and it was decided to hike the Membership fees. Likewise, Life membership fees was increased from Rs.1000/- to Rs.1500/- and Patron member from 1500/- to 2500/- but it was decided to leave the Annual membership at the earlier figure of Rs.250/- and the admission fees at the same of Rs.50/- It was also decided to give a chance to all life members to transfer as Patron member at the old rate till the next meeting.It was also decided to hike the dealer fees of Rs.50/- to Rs.100/. Many of the existing Life members converted themselves as Patron Members. Members were asked to write to us in case of change in personal information like Address, Phone No. etc.

There was a discussion relating to our magazine and the members were asked to contribute through page donations and advertisement to bring out the magazine regularly. Also decided to conduct Auctions to raise funds.

There were other general discussions relating to Philately and Numismatics and problems faced by the members. New members were introduced and addition of library books were announced. More than 50 members were present, even though the weather was rainy. Dealers were present and members had a good chance to buy their wants. Refreshments for the meeting was provided by a noted Numismatist and Coin Collector Mr.Nithyananda Pai, Life member of our Association.

The meeting concluded with vote of thanks by Mr.Mansoor.B, Joint Secretary.

Laying eggs of success with ducks and geese !

2011-06-09T15:57:00.000+05:30

Here is an interesting article which was featured in Coastaldigest.com of our member Mr.Daniel Monteiro.

To read the whole article click on this link : Coastaldigest.com

Meeting

2011-06-06T11:40:00.000+05:30

The Executive meeting of D.K.Philatelic and Numismatic Association was held at the Residence of Mr.Raghunath Prabhu, Asst. Treasurer on 04 June 2011.

It was a pleasure to visit Mr.Rahgunath's residence as it was a mini museum and we had the pleasure of viewing the same and we also thank him for his hospitality.

In the pic. are Mr. M.K.Krishnayya, Mr. Prabhakar Kamath, Mr. Baikady Srinivas Rao, Mr. Mansoor Bolar, Mr. Raghavendra Shenoy, Mr. Raghunath Prabhu, Mrs. Veena Srinivas, Mrs. Kavitha Prabhu, Mr. M.C.Shenoy, Mr. Jayaprakash and others.

Jane D'Souza's Second Edition of 'Cook Book' Hits Stands

2011-06-03T09:41:00.001+05:30

The second edition of Jane D’Souza’s 'Cook Book' is now available with 100 new recipes incorporated in it. Priced at Rs 250, the book is an exclusive compilation of recipes from Mangalorean cuisine as well as popular Indian and international cuisines. Puddings, cakes, Christmas savories, masala powders and sauces are all featured in this book.

A winner of various cookery contests including Daijiworld.com cookery contest, Jane has several other hobbies. She is the vice-president of the D K Philately Association, former president of the Rotary Anns’ Club of Mangalore, member of the Ladies’ Club, Mangalore, and Mahila Sabha, Mangalore.

Courtesy : Daijiworld

Mr. Daniel Monteiro enters Limca Book of Records.

2011-06-02T14:37:00.000+05:30

Mr. Daniel Monteiro, Life member of our Association and an office staff of SMS College, also an environment lover, has been included in prestigious Limca Book of Records 2011 for his International level creditable achievements in the field of birds’ philately.

Mr. Monteiro, so far, bagged 10 Silver and Bronze medals at international level exhibitions held in Austria, Belgium, South Africa, Hong Kong, Thailand, South Korea, Indonesia, China and India. He has received more than 30 gold, silver and bronze medals at national & state level competitions. ‘FETHERPEX – 2009’ a largest philatelic exhibition organized by him with a display of 8000 rare birds stamps at Brahmavar has been highly acclaimed by all. Mr.Daniel has 31 national and state level awards and honours to his credit.

Meeting Notice - 2010-2011

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DAKSHINA KANNADA PHILATELIC & NUMISMATIC ASSOCIATION

POST BOX NO.250, MANGALORE – 575 001

ANNUAL GENERAL BODY MEETING NOTICE

08.05.2011

The Annual General Body Meeting of our Association for the year 2010-11 is scheduled to be held on 12^th June, 2011 at 10.30 A.M at Philatelic Bureau, Head Post Office, Pandeshwar, Mangalore – 575001.

You are cordially invited for the meeting.

AGENDA

1. Welcome Address - by the President

2. Annual Report - by the Secretary

3. Account Presentation - by the Treasurer

4. Any other matter with the permission of the Chair.

6. Vote of Thanks.

If you have any queries write to us at dakapa_1999@yahoo.com.

Outstation Members (who are unable to attend the meeting) are welcome to convey any message/suggestion/greetings etc. which will be conveyed in the meeting.

NOTE: MEMBERS WHO HAVE NOT RECVD THE MEETING NOTICE BY POST KINDLY TREAT THIS AS MEETING NOTICE.MEMBERS WHO ARE OUTSIDE INDIA WILL NOT RECEIVE NOTICE BY POST

KINDLY INTIMATE US IF THERE IS ANY CHANGE IN YOUR POSTAL ADDRESS, E-MAIL, PHONE ETC.

Sd.

Felicitation Programme

2011-05-24T15:28:00.000+05:30

D.K.Philatelic and Numismatic Association felicitated its member Dr.Roopashree Rao for winning five medals in her MBBS course. The members of our wish her all the best for her future. Two of the children who won the painting competition held by India Post for the Children's Day Stamps to be released in November under the subject "Tiger" was also felicitated by the Association.

Heritage Museum

2011-05-18T15:47:00.000+05:30

The Members of the D.K.Philatelic Association visited the Heritage Museum set up by the Corporation Bank, situated in Udupi Zonal branch, Udupi. It was the residence of the Founder of the Corporation Bank and has been converted into a Museum.

Stamp Painting Competetion Winners.

2011-05-14T12:36:00.000+05:30

The Winners of Stamp painting competition were felicitated by India Post, District Office, Mangalore.

Exhibition and Workshop at Chikmagalur

2011-05-11T15:54:00.001+05:30

NEWS IN PICS

A Workshop and Exhibition was conducted at Chikmagalur on 13th January 2011 by Mr.M.K.Krishnayya and Mr.Mansoor of DKPNA. It was jointly organised by the Rotary Club of Chikmagalur and Model English Medium School, Chikmagalur. Mr.M.N.Sadakshari, Principal of Model English Medium School and member of DKPNA was also present.

Achievement by Dr.Roopashree Rao

2011-04-05T16:37:00.001+05:30

D.K.Philatelic and Numismatic Association takes pride to announce that our Life member Dr.Roopashree Rao has passed the MBBS examinations and has won 5 gold medals. She has won the gold Medal for Highest marks in MBBS Course for a lady student, Highest marks in all Pre-Clinical subjects of MBBS Course, Highest marks in final year MBBS subjects, Highest marks in Final MBBS and Highest overall in the first to final MBBS Course.

INDIPEX - 2011 - Medal winners from DKPANA

2011-03-17T11:31:00.000+05:30

We Congratulate our members who won laurels at Indipex - 2011, World philatelic Exhibition held at Delhi from 12 to 18 February 2011

1. Mr.Gopal Biswas - India - Preindependence Post Marks and Cancellations (1854-1947) - Vermiel

2. Mr.Daniel Monteiro - Waterfowls - Silver

3. Mr.Ghouse Ali Zameer - Pre-Independence India (British India-French India-Portugese India) - Silver

4. Mr.Sudhir Jain - Rotary on Stamps - Bronze.

Meeting News - Exhibition

2011-03-15T14:56:00.000+05:30

News of Exhibition held on 13th March at Head Post Office - Click here to read.

Lighthouse of Namibia

2011-03-14T16:39:00.000+05:30

On 18 June 2010, Namibia Post released three stamps featuring lighthouses. Pictured are the Diaz Point Lighthouse, Pelican Point Lighthouse (Walvis Bay) and Swakopmund Lighthouses.

Diaz Point Lighthouse:

Built in the year 1915, the tower of Diaz Point Lighthouse is mounted on a Hexagonal Stone base with Red & White Horizontal bands. This lighthouse was named after the Portuguese explorer Bartolomeu Diaz and the lighthouse shelters the Bay of Luderitz.

Pelican Point Lighthouse (Walvis Bay):

Built in the year 1932, the Walvis Bay Pelican Lighthouse Tower is circular with Black & White Horizontal bands. The Lantern of the Lighthouse tower is painted Red. This lighthouse was built by the South African Government during their Administration of Walvis Bay Territory.

Swakopmund Lighthouse:

Built in the year 1903, the Swakopmund Lighthouse Tower is circular with Red & White Horizontal bands. The lower section of the Lighthouse tower is unpainted brick and this section of the lighthouse was built in 1902. The upper section of the lighthouse is added in 1910. The Lighthouse is located on the North-Western Namibian coast.

By K.Sridhar - Life Member.

Canara Bank - Special Cover

2011-02-18T17:09:00.000+05:30

A special cover was released on Canara Bank on 14.02.2011 at Mulki Branch.

HAPPY NEW YEAR - 2011

2011-01-01T14:55:00.000+05:30

WISHING ALL OUR MEMBERS AND READERS A "HAPPY NEW YEAR - 2011"

MERRY CHRISTMAS !

2010-12-25T09:23:00.000+05:30

WISHING ALL OUR MEMBERS AND READERS A "MERRY CHRISTMAS"

Daniel Monteiro Won Silver Medal at Joburg - 2010.

2010-12-15T15:50:00.000+05:30

Mr. Daniel Monteiro a well known Philatelist, and member of our Association has won Silver Medal in “26th International Stamp Exhibition –Joburg -2010” held on 27-31 Oct.2010 in Johannesburg for his collection on Waterfowls.

Mr. Monteiro also bagged several Medals at various National and World Philatelic Exhibitions held earlier. A recipient of Dist. Rajyosthava award and Several State Level honours, Mr. Daniel is an active member of our Association. He also plays an important role in creating awareness about environment by organizing exhibitions in various institutions and organizations.

Award Winners of our Association at SINE !

2010-12-14T15:03:00.004+05:30

Award Winners at the Stamps of India National Exhibition, Delhi (SINE 2010) December 10-12, 2010, NSIC Exhibition Ground, New Delhi.

We CONGRATULATE all the members of Our Association who won the following Medals at the Exhibition.

SILVER MEDALISTS

DANIEL MONTEIRO - ARCHAEOLOGY (INDIA SINCE INDEPENDENCE 1947-2009

DANIEL MONTEIRO - SEABIRDS

GOPAL BISWAS - CALCUTTA HERITAGE THROUGH PICTURE POSTCARDS

BRONZE MEDALISTS

M.K.KRISHNAYYA - POSTAL STATIONARY- POST INDEPENDENCE

BAIKADY SRINIVASA RAO - BUTTERFLIES

M.K.KRISHNAYYA - FLAGS

VISHWESH KARINKA - MARINE MAMMALS

VISHWESH KARINKA - A GROUP OF MAMMALS

SHERYL PRABHU - HIMALAYAS

ANUSHA RENCIL MONTEIRO - BIRDS OF PREY

A J S PRABHU - HANDS ON MINIATURE SHEETS

JOASH DAVID PRABHU - JESUS CHRIST SUPER STAR

K.SRIDHAR - ENERGY AND ITS RESOURCES

SUDHIR JAIN - JAINISM

Monthly Meeting - November 2010

2010-11-13T12:12:00.000+05:30

The monthly meeting of the D.K.Philatelic and Numismatic Association will be held on 14th November 2010, 10.30 AM at Head Post Office, Pandeshwar,Mangalore.

A Philatelic exhibition on "Children" theme for the ocassion of Children's Day will be displayed by Tapasya Bhandary, on Jawaharlal Nehru by Mr.Krishnayya and "Pictorial Cancellation of Karnataka" in view of Rajyotsava Day by Mrs.Vidya Baglodi.

Here is a link of News that appeared in Deccan Herald on 17th Nov 2010
http://www.deccanherald.com/content/112308/stamp-love-children.html
Enjoy the same.

Platinum Jubilee of Reserve Bank of India

2010-11-11T11:55:00.001+05:30

RBI will issue commemorative coins in the face value of Rs.75/-, Rs.10/-, Rs.5/-, Rs.2/- and Rs.1 on the occasion of its Platinum Jubilee.

Online Booking for the Coins is now open at its website : http://www.mumbaimint.in/coinbooking.aspx
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News in Photos - Stamp Exhibition at SDM

2010-11-09T15:31:00.000+05:30

A Stamp Exhibition of Mr. Krishnayya was held at Sri. Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara College, Ujire.

Postal week Celebration - Udupi.

2010-10-25T12:35:00.002+05:30

The Udupi Head Post Office, on 13th October held an exhibition on Stamps of Mr.M.K.Krishnayya in view of Postal week celebration. The exhibition was inaugrated by Superintendent of Posts, Udupi, Mr.S.Koragappa. It was open to the Public whole day and had many visitors.

Commemorative Coins on the XIX Commonwealth Games.

2010-10-12T11:28:00.000+05:30

India Government Mint, Alipore, Kolkata is issuing commemorative coins in the denominations of Rs.100/-, Rs.5/- and Rs.2/- and the same is available to be booked by the general public.

For details visit : http://www.igmint.org/database/cwg.htm

Meeting/ Exhibition news - Media Clips

2010-10-11T15:57:00.001+05:30

Hello Members,

Here are the links carrying the news of our last meeting held at Head Post Office Pandeshwar on 10.10.10. Do visit the Links and comment on the same.

THE HINDU - http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-national/tp-karnataka/article824721.ece

Megamedia News - http://www.megamedianews.in/index.php/10585/wild-life-week-stamp-collations-exhibition-held-at-pandeshwara-post-office/comment-page-1/#comment-2383

DAKAPANA - Newsletter

2010-10-08T11:36:00.000+05:30

Dear Members,

Here we are back with our news letter "DAKAPANA", which is being circulated among our members. The magazine has been already mailed to most of our outstation members those who have not received the magazine can contact us on e-mail or drop a word to our Editor with your complete mailing address. Hope you have enjoyed the same.

We are planning to bring out our next issue soon which will also be a members directory, hence we request you to contact us if there is any changes in your address, telephone, e-mail etc. immediately. We also request all our members to help us, by providing us with advertisements and page donations to bear the cost of printing. It is with your help and kind co-operation we can bring out a beautiful and educative news letter. We also request you to send any Philatelic and Numismatic articles, photos of any exhibition or workshop conducted by members etc. which can be published in the News letter.

News Clips

2010-09-16T11:24:00.000+05:30

Hello Members,

Here we present two links which appeared in the Media of our members. Read the same and comment.

http://www.deccanherald.com/content/95711/ganesha-makes-mark-stamps-currency.html

http://www.daijiworld.com/news/news_disp.asp?n_id=85214

Regards
Jt.Secretary

Dr. C Subramaniam - Commemmorative Coin

2010-09-02T16:31:00.001+05:30

Mr Pranab Mukherjee , Finance minister of India released a set of Coins on Former Union Minister Dr C Subramaniam on 28 Aug 2010 at Coimbatore , Tamil Nadu ..The coins are of the denomination of Rs.100 and Rs.5.

50th Annoversary of OPEC

2010-08-17T12:03:00.000+05:30

Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) founded in 1960, was celebrating its 50th anniversary. To mark OPEC's 50th anniversary, the 12 member OPEC countries will be issuing the Special Anniversary Stamps.

In this respect, Kuwait released the OPEC 50th Anniversary commemorative stamps on 20-Jun-2010. The stamp has the festivity's logo written in both Arabic and English. The stamps were priced in 25 fils, 50 fils and 150 fils. The stamp design won the first place in OPEC's Anniversary competition.

Contributed by our Member, K.Sridhar.

2010-08-11T12:01:00.000+05:30

USPS commemorated the pioneering filmmaker OSCAR MICHEAUX on a U.S. postage stamp, taking his place as the 33rd person honored in the popular Black Heritage commemorative stamp series.

OSCAR MICHEAUX (1884-1951), wrote, directed, produced and distributed more than 40 movies during the first half of the 20th century, when African-American filmmakers were extremely rare and support for their work was scarce. His entreperneurial spirit and independent vision continue to inspire new generations of filmmakers and artists.

Contributed by our member K.Sridhar

Green Renewable Energy Development

2010-08-07T15:33:00.000+05:30

The right way to exploit and develop these forms of energy sources will reduce the mankind's over dependence on Non-Renewable Energy Sources. This will give our Planet the chance to breathe and ultimately to survive.

Greece Hellenic Post on 26-Apr-2010 released a set of 6 Commemorative Stamps on GREEN RENEWABLE ENERGY DEVELOPMENT. The stamps depict the various forms of in-exhaustible Renewable Energy Sources available in the nature viz., Solar Energy (Euro 0.01), Hydro Power (Euro 0.40), Wind Energy (Euro 0.58), Self contained Man (euro 0.72), Wave Power (euro 2.43) and Bio Energy (euro 2.50).

Contributed by our member K.Sridhar.

News in Pics - Exhibition by M.K.Krishnayya

2010-07-22T15:15:00.000+05:30

An Exhibition of Stamps, Coins and Currencies was displayed at the Hajee Abdulla Memorial Hall, Zonal Office, Corporation Bank, Udupi by Mr.M.K.Krishnayya, Officer, Corporation Bank and President of DKPNA 0n 17th April 2010 to celebrate 105th Founders Day.

The Exhibition was inaugurated by Mr.P.Thippeswamy, Senior Suptd. of Posts, Udupi. He spoke about the importance of Philately and the various facilities available through the Posts . Mr.K.N.V.Prabhu, Assistant General Manager and Mr.M.G.Bhandarkar, Deputy General Manager, Corporation Bank, Zonal Office, Udupi were also present. Mr.Krishnayya also spoke on his collection. Members of DKPNA Mr.Jayaprakash, Mr. M.R.Pavanje, Mr.Mansoor, Mr.Daniel Montherio, Mr. Vishwesh and others were present.

Mr.Krishnayya exhibited his stamps of various topics like Flags, Alphabets of English, Hindi and Kannada and other stamps. Coins and Currencies of different nations also formed a part of this exhibition. The Exhibition was open to all the public after the inauguration till 5.30 PM and the public response was good. Dealers were also present and were flocked by interested buyers.

DKPNA - Office Bearers - 2010-2012

2010-05-17T15:52:00.002+05:30

Newly elected Office bearers for the year 2010-2012 at the Annual General Body Meeting of the Association held on 16^th May 2010 at Head Post Office Mangalore.

President – Mr. M.K.Krishnayya

Vice Presidents – Mr. Baikady Srinivas Rao

Mr. S.Gopal

Mrs. Jane D’souza

Secretary – Mr.M.Prabhakar Kamath

Joint Secretaries – Mr. Mansoor Hussain B

Mr. Jayaprakash Rao

Treasurer – Mr. Raghavendra Shenoy

Joint Treasurer – Mr.Raghunath Prabhu

Librarian – Mr. Mansoor Hussain B

Chartered Accountant – Mr. K.B.Prasanna Kumar

Committee Members:

Mr. M.R.Pavanje
Mr. Sankappa Shetty.
Mrs. Harriet Lasrado
Mrs. Glady’s Rego
Mr. Nasir Misbah
Mrs. Sheryl Prabhu
Dr. G.G.Laxman Prabhu
Mrs. Kavitha Prabhu
Mrs. Veena Srinivas
Mr. K Sridhar
Mr. M.C. Shenoy
Mr. Rayee Rajkumar
Mrs. Irene Vaz
Mrs Vidya Bagalodi

New $ 100 from USA.

2010-04-23T15:08:00.001+05:30

Dear Members,

Our Member Mr.Rajesh Chandra has an interesting news, specially for those who collect or interested in Currency Notes. America has designed a high tech 100 dollar Bill.

For detailed news click the link : http://cbs5.com/national/C.notes.get.2.1647397.html

Energy and its Resources - Exhibition.

2010-03-15T11:52:00.003+05:30

In our last monthly meeting held at Head Post Office, Pandeshwar, Mangalore, on 14th March, an exhibition on "Energy and its Resources" was displayed by K Sridhar.This exhibit won a Topaz award at the recently held STAMPMANIA 2009 - One frame National level exhibition at Gujarat.

Members of the Association and the public were present in large numbers to view the same.

To view some photos and read more visit the web news Portal www.coastaldigest.com. We thank coastaldigest.com for the same.

INDIPEX – 2011

2010-02-11T11:46:00.004+05:30

Dear Members,

The world philatelic exhibition will be held from 12th to 18th Feb. 2011, to commemorate the centenary of world's first airmail.It will be organized by INDIA POST in Collaboration with PCI and under Patronage Of FIP and under auspices of FIAP.

Details of Indipex 2011 are now available on F.I.P web site. There are 12 class and various sub classes in competitive class. Persons who have secured minimum of 75 marks i.e. large silver medal are eligible to participate and persons who have secured mini-mum of 70 marks in youth class are eligible to participate. Evaluation of exhibits shall be done in accordance with various F.I.P regulations.

For the regulations and Application of INDIPEX 2011 visit:
http://www.stampsofindia.com/indipex2011.htm

Tray Gajrath Mahotsava - Special cover.

2010-01-29T16:20:00.002+05:30

To commemorate the Shri 1008 Shrimajjinendra Jinbimb Panchkalyanak Pratishtha & Tray Gajrath Mahotsava,a special cover has been issued at Satna (M.P.) on 16th January 2010. Indian Postal Department provided a special cancellation on this occasion. The special cover depicts colourful Gajrath alongwith the images of 11 feet high idol of Bhagwan Shantinath situated in the Satna Digamber Jain Mandir and Pujya Acharya Vidhyasagar Ji Maharaj. Special cancellation depicts image of Bhagwan Parshwanath.

This special cover was released in the grand function of Dhvajarohan and Inauguration Ceremony of Panchkalyanak on 16th January 2010 morning by famous Industrialist of Rajsthan Shri Ashok Patni in the auspisious presence of Pujya Acharya Vidhyasagar Ji Maharaj. Shri A. K. Jain, Asstt. superintendent of Postoffices, Rewa Division and office bearers of Central India Philatelic Society were also present on this occasion. Central India Philatelic Society was instrumental in issuance of this Special Cover and Special Cancellation.

Cost of this Special Cover is Rs. 15/- plus postage. Interested Philatelists can send their orders to Mr. Sudhir Jain, Secretary, Central India Philatelic Society, Sushma Press Compound, SATNA (M.P.) 485 005 (E-mail : centralindphil@yahoo.com / mrsudhirjain@yahoo.com).

Happy New Year!

2009-12-30T16:56:00.003+05:30

Dear Members and Well-wishers!

Wishing you a New Year filled with new hope, new joy and new beginnings.

STAMPMANIA 2009 - Award Winners.

2009-12-22T14:58:00.008+05:30

The D.K.Philatelic and Numismatic Association is proud to announce the Award Winners at the recently concluded Stampmania 2009 National Level One-Frame exhibition held in Vadodara, Gujarat.

DIAMOND

Mr. Joshua Jonathan Prabhu - My dream World of Cars

RUBY

Mr. M K Krishnayya - Cynofeloidea
Mr. Vishwesh Karinka - Marine Mammals
Mr. Rajesh Bhura - Gandhi- The Man of the Millennium

EMERALD

Mr. Gopal Biswas - Mobile Post Offices in India

SAPPHIRE

Mrs.Sheryl Sylwin Prabhu - Mountains on Stamps
Mr. Joash David Prabhu - That Man from Galilee
Mr. Rajesh Bhura - Indian Army Overprint
Mr. Calvin MelroyMenezes - Life Cycle of Butterflies

TOPAZ

Mr. Daniel Monteiro - The National Bird of India – The Peacock
Mr. Daniel Monteiro - The Duck Family
Mr. K. Sridhar - Energy and its Resources
Dr. R. G. Sangoram - Atom for Peace
Mr. Prakash Indukumar Jambudi - Our National Flag
Dr. Biju Vivekan - Shells of the Sea
Mr. Joel Royston Fernandes - Religious Buildings
Mr. A. J. S. Prabhu - Hands, A Story on Miniature Sheets

SPECIAL PRIZE WINNERS:

Mr. Joshua Jonathan Prabhu - My dream World of Cars
American Topical Association Award - First Prize ( Class 3.2)

Mr. Calvin Melroy Menezes - Life Cycle of Butterflies
American Topical Association Award - Third Prize (Class: 3.2)

Mr. Rajesh Bhura - Gandhi - The Man of the Millennium
Special Prize Sponsored by Mr. Pradip Jain, Patna for Best Gandhi Exhibit

CONGRATULATIONS! We wish you all the best in your future endeavors, and that you reach higher destination in Philately.

(Marks - DIAMOND 85 & ABOVE, RUBY 75 TO 84, EMERALD 65 TO 74,SAPPHIRE 55 TO 64, TOPAZ 45 TO 54)

Note: If any of our Member's name has been omitted in the above Winners list kindly contact us and let us know of your achievement.

FEATHERPEX - 2009

2009-11-05T16:06:00.004+05:30

Our member Mr.Daniel Monteiro has extended a warm Welcome and invited all members to the exhibition to be held on 8th and 9th November 2009. Given below is the scan of the invitation.

Read more of this news at Daijiworld.com

Inagural function of Project Arrow Post Office - Mangalore

2009-09-11T15:37:00.005+05:30

The Senior Suptd. of Posts has invited all the Office bearers and members of D.K.Philatelic and Numismatic Association for the inaugral function of the newly renovated Project Arrow Post Office (Head Post Office) Mangalore on 12th Saturday September 2009 at 11.00 A.M by Sri. Vasimitra, IPS Postmaster General, S.K region, Bangalore. All are requested to be present for the same.

Go to this blog for some photos

Prides of Karnataka thru’ Philately - BELUR – Darpana Sundari.

2009-08-11T16:08:00.002+05:30

BELUR in Hassan District of Karnataka, India was the capital of Hoysala Empire. The main attraction in Belur is the Chennakesava Temple, dedicated to Chennakeshava – a Vishnu God. The temple is surrounded by the Kappe Chennigraya temple built by Shantaladevi, the Queen of King Vishnuvardhana.

The Vijayanagar kings built the entrance in the Dravida style. The deity in the temple was considered by them as one of their Kuladevata (family god).

The temple is one of the finest examples of Hoysala architecture. The temple was built to commemorate the King Vishnuvardhana’s victory over the Cholas at Talakad. The façade of the temple is filled with intricate sculptures and friezes with no portion being left blank. The workmanship includes elephants, lions, horses and sensuous dancers. There are a number of ornate pillars inside the temple.

DARPANA SUNDARI (a Lady with Mirror) carved on the walls of Belur temple is one of the major attraction in complex.

This temple alongwith the temple in Halebidu and the Jain monument at Shravanabelagola are being proposed as World Heritage Sites by UNESCO.

The workmanship of BELUR was commemorated by the India Post by Releasing a pictorial cancellation of the DARPANA SUNDARI on 2nd Jan 1978.

Contributed by K.Sridhar, Life Member. DKPNA

Rampur Raza Library

2009-07-22T16:25:00.002+05:30

The MS of Rampur Raza Library is now available at Mangalore Philatelic Bureau, the stamps are yet to arrive.

Prides of Karnataka thru’ Philately - HAMPI Stone Chariot

2009-07-20T15:19:00.004+05:30

HAMPI in Bellary, Northern Karnataka, India is the former capital of the Vijayanagara Empire. It continues to be an important religious centre and the Group of Monuments at Hampi are listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

There were many important sites at and near Hampi. One among them is VITTALA TEMPLE, which is most extravagant Architectural showpiece of Hampi. The temple is built in the form of a sprawling campus. The presiding deity of the temple is Vittala, a form of Vishnu.

The highlight of Vittala temple is its impressive pillared halls and the stone chariot. The stone chariot located inside the campus is almost an iconic structure of Hampi. The fact is a shrine built in the form of a temple chariot. The stone shrine was built with many giant granite blocks with the joints smartly hidden in the carvings and decorative features. The chariot is built on a rectangular platform and all around this platform is carved with mythical battle scenes. The four giant wheels were attached with axis shafts and brakes. Floral motifs decorate the wheels. The stone chariot represents the sparkling creativity of the artistes of the 15th century.

The India Post, commemorated the Heritage site by:

• Releasing a 70p stamp on 15th March 1967
• Releasing the pictorial cancellation of the Stone Chariot on 2nd Jan 1978

Contributed by K.Sridhar, Life Member. DKPNA.

New commemorative Coins - Bhagat Singh and Louis Braille.

2009-07-17T11:29:00.006+05:30

India Government Mint, Kolkata has made arrangements for the sale of Commemorative Coins in Proof & Uncirculated varieties on the occasion "BIRTH CENTENARY OF SHAHEED BHAGAT SINGH" and "BIRTH ANNIVERSARY OF LOUIS BRAILLE".

Birth Centenary of Shaheed Bhagat Singh ( 2 coin set - Rs 100 + Rs 5 ) Proof and Unciculated Variety.Birth Anniversary of Louis Braille ( 2 coin set - Rs 100 + Rs 2 ) Proof and Unciculated Variety.Booking Period 10 Jul 2009 to 31 Oct 2009.

Members can contact Secretary for any other details.

New Release

2009-07-04T15:32:00.002+05:30

Stamps on 50 years of Indian Oil released on 30th June and Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration which is released on 4th July is now available at Mangalore Philatelic Bureau. But the FDC and Brochure are yet to arrive.

Bangalore Butterfly Park

2009-07-03T10:53:00.006+05:30

A Special cover on The Bangalore Butterfly Park with a pictorial cancellation of a Butterfly was released on 13-Mar-2007, the second day of the three day District Level Philatelic Exhibition - PHILEX 2007 held at Jnana Jyothi Auditorium, Central College Campus from 12-Mar-2007 to 14-Mar-2007.

The Bangalore Butterfly Park, the first of its kind in India was set up in November 2006 in Bannerghatta. The mission of this Park is to foster an appreciation of butterflies and other invertebrates while educating the public about the need for conservation of threatened habitats around the world.

Contributed by K.Sridhar, (krishnaraosridhar@yahoo.com) Life Member. DKPNA.

Sacred Heart Church

2009-06-26T11:59:00.002+05:30

A special stamp was released to mark the valedictory function of the centenary celebrations of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Church in Puducherry, is now available at Mangalore Philatelic Bureau.

ANNUAL GENERAL BODY MEETING NOTICE

2009-05-28T15:43:00.003+05:30

The Annual General Body Meeting of our Association for the year 2008-09 is scheduledto be held on 14th June, 2009 at 10.00 A.M at Head Post Office, Pandeshwar, Mangalore - 575 001.

All members are cordially invited for the Meeting.

AGENDA

Welcome Address by the President.
Felicitation of Dr.Manjeshwar Mukunda Prabhu.
Annual Report by the Secretary.
Account Presentation by the Treasurer.
Any other matter with the permission of the Chair
Vote of Thanks

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Secretary

Note to all our Members:

All members who need a fresh ID card are requested to submit a stamp size photo and Rs.10/- for the same.

If you have any further queries write to us at dakapa_1999@yahoo.com

If there are any changes in your address, Phone No., e-mail etc., kindly inform us the same.

Lifeline Express

2009-05-21T14:46:00.002+05:30

Stamp on Lifeline Express which was released on 12th May is now available at Mangalore Philatelic Bureau. But the FDC and Brochure are yet to arrive.

Spices of India

2009-04-29T12:21:00.000+05:30

After a long wait for Philatelists, there is a news that DOP has got the permission to release "Spices of India" stamps and MS on 29th of April.

Annual General Body Meeting.

2009-04-22T12:00:00.000+05:30

It has been decided in our last meeting that the Annual General Body Meeting of our Association will be held in the month of June 2009.

Children's Day MS

2009-03-11T15:07:00.002+05:30

The long awaited Children's day Miniature Sheet of 2008 is now available at Mangalore Philatelic Bureau.

PHILATELY AND NUMISMATIC EXHIBITION – 2009 (Part – I)

2009-02-28T11:54:00.002+05:30

A two day stamps and coin exhibition was jointly arranged by Dakshina Kannada Philatelic and Numismatic Association & St. Aloysius Nehru Stamp Club at St. Aloysius High School Hall, Kodialbail, Mangalore on 14th and 15th February 2009. The exhibition was inaugurated by Rev. Fr.Francis Serrao S.J, Rector, St .Aloysius College. Mr.T.G.Naik, Superintendent of Post Offices, Udupi was the Chief Guest. Mrs. Sheryl Prabhu, Co-Ordinator of St.Aloysius Nehru Stamp Club, Rev. Fr. Melwin Pinto S.J, Head Master, St. Aloysius High School, Mr. M.K Krishnayya, President, Mr.M.Prabhakar Kamath, Secretary, Mr.Mansoor Hussain, Joint Secretary of D.K.Philatelic & Numismatic Association were present.

Collections of more than 40 students in competitive category and about 30 collections of both stamps and coins by the members of D.K. Philatelic and Numismatic Association were exhibited for the general public. The first day saw a very good public attendance and from the students of various schools.

Phila Post Jan-March 2009

2009-02-26T10:33:00.003+05:30

The Jan - Mar 2009 issue of Phila Post is now avilable in various Philatelic Bureaus in India and also at Mangalore Philatelic Bureau.You can also book your copies at the nearest Philatelic Bureau or for subscription contact the editor at linda@lbassociates.com

Philatelic Club at M.G.M College, Udupi.

2009-02-23T15:21:00.003+05:30

On 26th Jan 2009 Senior Suptd. of Posts, Mr.T.G.Naik inaugrated the Philatelic Club of M.G.M College, Udupi. Mr.Rayee Raj Kumar of Moodbidri was the Chief Guest. Mr. Rayee Raj Kumar exhibited his collections of Stamps.Seen in the pic are the college Principal Dr. jayaprakash Mavinakuli giving his presidential speech, seated left to right: Student representative Chitra, Mr.Rayee Raj Kumar, Mr. Suvarna Hebbar, Mrs. Anasuya T and Mrs Namitha Acharya.

Stamp of K.K.Birla

2009-02-19T11:19:00.001+05:30

The stamp on K.K. Birla to be released today has been postponed to 13th March 2009.

Doctorate to Mr.Mukunda Prabhu

2009-02-12T16:56:00.003+05:30

The Mangalore University conferred honorary doctorate degrees to various experts on the occasion of its 27th annual convocation on Wednesday, 28th January 2009.

Mr. M.Mukunda Prabhu has collected a large number of shells from different parts of the world and donated 3,000 shells of 2,000 rare species, which had high commercial value, to the Department of Zoology free of cost for education and research purposes. Mr. Prabhu is also a collector of coins. The Reserve Bank of India has displayed some of the coins collected by him at its Mumbai branch. In addition, Mr. Prabhu is a collector of stamps.

Mr.Mukunda Prabhu is one of the founder member of D.K.Philatelic and Numismatic Association and senior Philatelist, he has been collecting stamps and coins for many years and has also written many articles on the same. We at D.K.Philatelic and Numismatic Association are glad to hear that a doctorate has been conferred on him by Mangalore University and congratulate him for the same.

Pics: Thanks to http://www.mangalorean.com/

For more on this news click on : http://www.mangalorean.com/news.php?newstype=broadcast&broadcastid=110564

Stamps and Coin Exhibition 2009.

2009-02-02T10:59:00.002+05:30

Dear Members,

The Exhibition to be held at St.Aloysius High School Hall is nearing, we request all members who are interested in exhibiting your Stamps and Coins to contact Secretary at the earliest to reserve your space.

Meeting News.

2009-01-17T16:02:00.003+05:30

Our meeting for the month of January 2009 started with the President's note by welcoming the members and wishing all the members a very Happy and Prosperous NEW YEAR. Regular discussions on Philately and Numismatics followed the same. Members spoke on various subjects pertaining to Philately. The main discussion was regarding the preparation for the Philatelic and Numismatic exhibition to be held at St. Aloysius High School Hall on 14th and 15th of February. The members voiced their support and active participation in the exhibition.

New members were introduced and other matters on Philately and Numismatics were discussed. An exhibition on special covers of Dakshina Kannada and Udupi district was displayed. One of our member Mr. Rowan Johnas who was home from US was present for the meeting and he served the members with refreshments as part of his marriage. The meeting was then adjourned.

The committee members then left to the residence of Mrs.Sheryl Prabhu, who is a member and also the coordinator of the Nehru Philatelic club of St. Aloysius High school to further discuss about the forthcoming exhibition.

The members had a jovial time at her residence and were served with a sumptuous meal with mouthwatering dishes. Finally it was time to end up the discussions at tea time in the evening. Members thanked her for her hospitality before taking leave.

Meeting News published in Newspaper

2009-01-12T12:39:00.001+05:30

Dear Members,
Here is a clipping of the meetings news which is published in "THE HINDU" Mangalore Edition regarding our meeting held on 11.01.2009.
http://www.hindu.com/2009/01/12/stories/2009011250550200.htm

Regards
Jt.Secretary

Stamps Available

2009-01-07T11:47:00.003+05:30

All stamps released on 31st Dec.1998 on the below personalities are now available at the Mangalore Philatelic Bureau.

1. M. Bhakthavatsalam
2. A.T.Paneerselvam
3. Thillaiyadi Valliammai
4. Sheik Thambi Pavalar
5. Rani Velu Nachchiyar
6. Udumalai Narayana Kavi

HAPPY NEW YEAR

2008-12-31T16:31:00.004+05:30

WE WISH ALL OUR MEMBERS,

READERS, WELL-WISHERS AND OTHERS

A VERY HAPPY AND PROSPEROUS NEW YEAR.

Christmas Stamps.

2008-12-29T16:12:00.002+05:30

Hello Members,

The long waited Christmas stamps has finally arrived at Mangalore Philatelic Bureau after Christmas, but before New year. Also two other released stamps on Field Marshal Manekshaw and T.V.Ramasubbaiyer are available at Mangalore Bureau now.

Christmas stamps – India.

2008-12-20T11:48:00.003+05:30

India Post had issued stamps on Christmas on 08.12.2008, Stamps collectors were overjoyed by the news that they were finally able to send Christmas Cards and other posts by using the Christmas stamps from India. Now, the Christmas mailing is almost over and the much awaited stamps from India Post is yet to arrive at Mangalore Philatelic Bureau. It keeps us wondering if the stamp released was for the year 2009?!!!

Well, this is not the story of just one stamp, many of the stamps released even a month back are yet to arrive at the Bureau, (the list is long) whereas a few are available at select Bureaus. The distribution of stamps is in complete chaos. The answers from Officials of India Post at different levels are dissimilar and vague. There seems to be no solution at sight, what will be the future of Philately of in these circumstances? Will the year 2009 will be any better? Only time can answer these questions.

Dear Members, We need your active support and voice, your comments will be most welcome.

Stamp Exhibition on "CHRISTMAS"

2008-12-15T11:41:00.003+05:30

Monthly meeting of our Association was held on 14.12.2008. As Christmas is to be celebrated shortly, this month's exibition was on "CHRISTMAS" by our vice President, Mrs. Jane D'souza.

Mr.Ravindranath,a renowned Philatelist from Mysore was the guest at the meeting, he spoke on the present Philatelic scenario, problems faced by philatelist all over India, the present situation in distribution of stamps to Philatelic Bureaus and on the exhibitions. He appreciated the strength of Members present at our monthly meeting and gave some pointers to further improve and attract members and non-members to the meeting and the exhibition.

It was also decided by the members present to conduct a non-competitive exhibition in the month of February 2009. I t was also decided to write a letter to the Higher Officers of the India Post to make aware of the problems faced by the Philatelist and the non-arrival of released stamps to the Mangalore Philatelic Bureau.

New members were introduced and other matters connected to Philately and Numismatics were discussed. Tea was served to all the members present. Many persons from the Press were also present. Secretary gave the vote of Thanks and thanked all the members and non-members and visitors.

For more photos and news click the below links of Mangalorean.com and Daijiworld.com.

http://www.daijiworld.com/news/news_disp.asp?n_id=54729&n_tit=Mangalore%3A+Jane+Dsouza%92s+Collection+of+Stamps+on+Christmas

http://www.mangalorean.com/news.php?newstype=broadcast&broadcastid=104981

New Definitive Series.

2008-12-02T11:57:00.001+05:30

Three definitive stamps on Nehru (25 paise), Indira Gandhi and Rajiv Gandhi ( Rs.5) are issued as part of 10th definitive series, all the stamps have colour background.

Recent Meeting Photos.

2008-11-19T15:52:00.002+05:30

One of our recent club meeting where the Senior Suptd. of Post Offices was the Chief Guest of the day. President M.K.Krishnayya, Vice President, S.Gopal (Retd.SSP) Secretary, M.Prabhakar Kamath, Joint secretary Mansoor Bolar and other members can be seen.

Membership to DKPNA

2008-11-18T12:09:00.001+05:30

Dear Members and Readers,
We have received many mails regarding this Blog. I thank all readers who have put in a word of appreciation and sent us suggestions. However I would like to clarify a common doubt regarding our earlier WEBSITE, we would like to say that this blog is a continuation of that website and not a substitution. We request you to visit our website to know more about us, the membership details, member's list etc. However, we can say that this blog is a continuation of the "NEWS" section as we find it easier to update the blog and provide members with latest news on Philately and Numismatics, and of course, CLUB NEWS.

For Membership details visit: http://www.geocities.com/dakshina_kan_pa/member.htm
E-mail: dakapa_1999@yahoo.com

Release of Stamps on Dr. Rajkumar.

2008-11-07T16:22:00.003+05:30

The Department of Posts will be releasing a commemmorative Postage stamp on Dr.Rajkumar, tentatively scheduled for the last week of November 2008.
Karnataka Ratna, Padmabhushana - Dr. Rajkumar was one of the most popular actors of movies made in Kannada, the language of Karnataka,he is popularly known as “Annavaru” (big brother) to millions of his fans.Dr. Rajkumar was also a well-known singer as a playback singer as well as devotional songs.He received the prestigious Doctorate from Mysore University, the Karnataka Ratna award – the highest award of the State, the prestigious Dada Saheb Phalke award at the National level. This is besides receiving the ‘Padma Bhushan’ award given by the Central Government, the Best Play back singer award at the National level for his song in the film ‘Jeevana Chaitra’.

It is proposed to hold an exhibition at Bangalore on Art and Culture of Karnataka, other themes related to Karnataka,and Indian Cinema.In the same venue it is also proposed to hold an Exhibition on coins of Karnataka.

The Chief Postmaster General, Karnataka has invited exhibits from Philatelists on the above theme. Interested Philatelists can contact the Office of CPMG, Karnataka Circle, Bangalore - 560 216, before 18th of November 2008. (Phone: 22356703)

Festivals of India - MS

2008-11-06T14:17:00.002+05:30

Festivals of India Minature Sheet is now availbale at Mangalore Philatelic Bureau.

Army Postal Cover

2008-10-30T16:29:00.002+05:30

One of a recent Army Postal cover, which is available at Mangalore Philatelic Bureau.

DEEPAVALI GREETINGS !

2008-10-25T11:02:00.001+05:30

Recent Release of Stamps and MS

2008-10-23T15:04:00.005+05:30

Hello Members,
Given below are some of the recent release of stamps and MS, due to untimely arrival of stamps at Mangalore Bureau it was not able to publish the same earlier

3rd Common Wealth Youth Games, Pune, Se-tenent set of 4 stamps and MS - Oct 12, 2008

Philately Day (Post Office) single stamp and MS - Oct 13, 2008

XIX Commonwealth Games, Delhi, single stamp and MS - 18.10.2008

Sale of Gold Coins through India Post

2008-10-20T16:53:00.002+05:30

India Post now plans to sell 24 carat Gold coins at a few Post Offices of the denomination 0.5 g, 1 g, 5 g and 8 g. The gold coins will be packed in a sealed cover with the certification from Valcambi, Switzerland. 102 Post Offices in key cities have been identified for this purpose in Delhi, Maharashtra, Gujarat and Tamil Nadu Circles. This service is provided in association with World Gold Council and Reliance Money Limited.

www.indiapost.gov.in

Festivals of India

2008-10-11T16:16:00.001+05:30

A set of 3 stamps, 2 on Dussehra ( Mysore and Kolkata) and on on Diwali and a miniature sheet was released on 7th October 2008, but till date only one stamp, Mysore Dussehra, was available at Mangalore Philatelic Bureau.

New Logo Of India Post and Philately News letter from Karnataka Postal Circle

2008-09-24T15:38:00.003+05:30

Shri A Raja, Minister for Communications and Information Technology, Govt Of India, unveiled new corporate logo of India Post on 23 Sep 2008 in New Delhi. The post Office red colour in the Logo represents the Postal Service and the yellow colour communicated hope , joy and happiness.

The Ist issue of the 4 page quarterly News letter carries an addressing message from Shri. M.P.Rajan, CPMG, Karnataka, and an article on Mysore Anche in the front page and other news on Philately in the 2nd and 3rd pages.

Stamp release postponed:

2008-09-11T11:14:00.000+05:30

Stamps on Sardar Patel National Police Accademy which was to be released on 15th September is postponed.

Revision of Postage Rates in India

2008-08-29T17:08:00.004+05:30

The Postal rates are being revised for Foreign Surface Postage and Air Surcharge in India with effect from September 1 2008. For more details visit the website of India Post : www.indiapost.gov.in

Ustad Bismillah Khan

2008-08-21T17:34:00.003+05:30

A commemorative stamp is released today (21st August 2008) on Shehnai Maestro Ustad Bismillah Khan in Rs.5.00 denomination.

Story of our Flag

2008-08-16T16:02:00.002+05:30

Hello Members, specially kids, Hope you had a Happy Independence Day, It must be a Holiday for you.

If you would like to know more about our flag, just click on this link and know something about our Flag through Stampshttp://www.geocities.com/dakshina_kan_pa/art16/flag.htm

Have a nice day!

Happy Independence Day !

2008-08-15T01:00:00.001+05:30

Wishing all our Members and Readers a very Happy Independence Day!