`The Hobbit` characters on stamps, coins in New Zealand

Last Updated: Sunday, October 27, 2013, 11:11

The characters from `The Hobbit` sequel are set to appear on stamps and minted coins in New Zealand.

Thailand launches probe after visa stamps go missing

Last Updated: Wednesday, August 28, 2013, 17:24

Thailand`s Foreign Ministry has launched a probe after increasing numbers of visa stamps were reported missing at several of its consulates in Asia.

British Queen marks 60 years since coronation

Last Updated: Sunday, June 2, 2013, 22:38

Queen Elizabeth II kicked off the four-day Diamond Jubilee celebrations this weekend to mark 60 years since being officially crowned Queen of England.

Stamps mark 60th anniversary of Queen`s coronation

Last Updated: Thursday, May 30, 2013, 20:40

A set of stamps, featuring six portraits of Queen Elizabeth II spanning the length of the monarch`s reign, were launched here today to celebrate the 60th anniversary of her coronation.

President releases stamps on 50 film personalities

Last Updated: Saturday, May 4, 2013, 08:32

At 60th National Film Awards ceremony here Friday, President Pranab Mukherjee Friday released postal stamps commemorating 50 iconic film personalities who brought changes in the Indian cinema.

Four sent to jail for making, selling fake stamps

Last Updated: Wednesday, February 6, 2013, 14:56

Four men have been sentenced to varying jail terms of seven to 10 years by a Delhi court for manufacturing and selling fake judicial stamp papers here in 2004.

Rare Gandhi stamps at philately exhibition in Jammu

Last Updated: Monday, October 1, 2012, 16:26

Showcasing hundreds of rare and valuable stamps on Mahatama Gandhi, Department of Posts (DoPs) on Monday launched a four-day-long mega philately exhibition here on the life of father of the nation.

Israel, Nepal issue joint stamps with Everest, Dead Sea pics

Last Updated: Thursday, September 6, 2012, 00:46

The stamps are valued at 5 Shekels in Israel and at NRs 35 in Nepal.

Indian stamps released in Indonesia

Last Updated: Wednesday, June 20, 2012, 15:45

Two postage stamps on Shekhawati and Warli paintings,showing culture of Rajasthan and Maha,were released in Jakarta by Indian Ambassador Gurjit Singh.

Stamp paper to be history in Delhi soon

Last Updated: Monday, February 6, 2012, 19:22

In a major reform initiative, Delhi government Monday decided to completely do away with stamp paper of all denominations and shift to electronic-stamping facility, a move aimed at ensuring hassle-free transactions and prevent fraudulent practices.

Former ministry staff member held for forgery

Last Updated: Saturday, January 7, 2012, 23:26

A former ministry of communication staff member, who allegedly posed as an advocate and forged documents using fake rubber stamps, has been arrested by Delhi police.