Tuesday, 15 February 2022

February 15: The World Hippo Day

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Every year, February 15th is celebrated as " World Hippo Day ". Of course, Hippopotamus, the world's 3rd largest mammal deser...
Sunday, 13 February 2022

February 13th : UNESCO World Radio Day

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The history of radio goes back more than 100 years.  But still, Radio continues to be one of the most trusted and far-reaching mediums of co...
Sunday, 23 January 2022

National Squirrels appreciation Day - January 21st

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 Squirrels appreciation Day - January 21st Squirrels (the nature's gardener) appreciation Day is celebrated in the USA every year on 21s...
Sunday, 26 December 2021

Centenary of discovery of Insulin - Brazil's 1st 2D barcode stamp

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For the centenary of the discovery of Insulin, the Brazilian post has issued a stamp on 27th July 2021.  This is the first Brazilian postag...

Permanent Pictorial Cancellation : Rock Fort temple, Trichy

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Recently I got a chance to visit Tiruchirappalli (aka. Trichy).  It is situated on the bank of the river Cauvery in the southern state of In...
Monday, 1 November 2021

Around the world Halloween

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 Around the world Halloween Have you been told that Halloween originated in the US and is it all about chocolates (as treat)?  As Halloween ...
Saturday, 4 September 2021

US National Wildlife Day : September 4th

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In September of 2006, Steve Irwin , fondly known as “The Crocodile Hunter”, died in an encounter with a stingray   Steve Irwin was an expert...