Numismatics Collections

The Government of India will issue a ₹100  commemorative coin  to mark the Birth Centenary of Prof. M. S. Swaminathan . The Ministry of Finance issued a gazette notification on July 11, 2025, confirming this coin. Dr. M. S. Swaminathan, widely regarded as the Father of India’s Green Revolution, was a visionary agricultural scientist whose innovations in crop science helped make India self-sufficient in food production. His work uplifted millions of farmers and laid the foundation for sustainable agriculture. In recognition of his monumental contributions, he was posthumously awarded the Bharat Ratna in 2024. The  metal composition  of the ₹100 coin will consist of a Quaternary Alloy, comprising 50% Silver, 40% Copper, 5% Nickel, and 5% Zinc. The coin will weigh 35 grams and have a diameter of 44 mm, featuring 200 serrations along the edge. The coin's description is as follows. Obverse:  The face of the coin shall bear the Lion Capitol of Ashoka Pillar in the cen...

The Government of India will issue a ₹100 colored commemorative coin to mark the 10th Anniversary of Make in India . The Ministry of Finance issued a gazette notification on July 11, 2025, confirming this coin. Make in India is an initiative launched by the Government of India to promote and support companies in developing, manufacturing, and assembling products within the country while encouraging dedicated investments in the manufacturing sector. The policy aims to foster a favorable investment climate, enhance modern infrastructure, and open new sectors to foreign capital, driving economic growth and self-reliance. The  metal composition  of the ₹100 coin will consist of a Quaternary Alloy, comprising 50% Silver, 40% Copper, 5% Nickel, and 5% Zinc. The coin will weigh 35 grams and have a diameter of 44 mm, featuring 200 serrations along the edge. The coin's description is as follows. Obverse: The face of the coin shall bear the Lion Capitol of Ashoka Pillar in the ce...

The Union Minister of Culture and Tourism, Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, unveiled the ₹125 commemorative coin  and postage stamp to mark the 125th Birth Anniversary of Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee on July 9, 2025, at Siri Fort Auditorium, August Kranti Marg, New Delhi, as part of the two-year commemoration being observed from July 6, 2025, to July 6, 2027. The ceremony was graced by the presence of Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union MoS for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences, PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, and the Departments of Atomic Energy and Space; Dr. Anirban Ganguly, Chairman of the Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee Research Foundation; Dr. Mahesh Chandra Sharma, Chairman of the Research & Development Foundation for Integral Humanism; along with other distinguished guests. Addressing the gathering, Union Minister of Culture and Tourism, Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, highlighted the significant contributions of Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee to nation-building....

The Government of India will issue a ₹125 commemorative coin on the occasion of the ' 125th Birth Anniversary of Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee '. The Ministry of Finance issued a gazette notification on July 8, 2025, confirming this coin. Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee was a prominent Indian politician, barrister, and academician who played a significant role in the country's political history. He served as the youngest Vice-Chancellor of the University of Calcutta and later became the first Industry and Supply Minister of independent India. Dissatisfied with the policies of the Nehru government, he founded the Bharatiya Jana Sangh in 1951, which later evolved into the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Dr. Mookerjee is also remembered for his strong stance on the integration of Jammu and Kashmir with India. The  metal composition  of the ₹125 coin will consist of Pure Silver (99.9%). The coin will weigh 40 grams and have a diameter of 44 mm, featuring 200 serrations along the edge. T...

The Nanya Darshini 2025 exhibition, featuring coins, banknotes and stamps, is being organized by the Karnataka Numismatic Society (KNS) and is scheduled to take place on July 11th, 12th, and 13th, 2025. This grand event will be held at Shikshak Sadan, KG Road, Opposite Kaveri Bhavan, Nagarathpete, Majestic, Bengaluru – 560002. The Karnataka Numismatic Society, established in 1974, is recognized as one of the most esteemed numismatic societies in India. With nearly 1,500 members, KNS offers a variety of programs and initiatives to enhance members’ knowledge and confidence in collecting. Monthly meetings are held on the second Sunday of each month, featuring eminent numismatists who address the gatherings and provide opportunities to felicitate and acknowledge members who exhibit their collections. Major floor auctions are scheduled during the event, with Marudhar Arts celebrating its 50th Golden Jubilee Auction , followed by its 51st Auction on July 12th. The event will conclude with t...

The Hon’ble Minister of State (Independent Charge) for the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation ( MoSPI) , Ministry of Planning, and Minister of State in the Ministry of Culture, Shri Rao Inderjit Singh, unveiled the ₹75 commemorative coin and a Customized My Stamp to mark 75 years of the National Sample Survey while commemorating the 19th Statistics Day on June 29, 2025, at Dr. Ambedkar International Centre, New Delhi. The event included addresses by Prof. Rajeeva Laxman Karandikar, Chairman of the National Statistical Commission, and Dr. Saurabh Garg, Secretary, MoSPI. Statistics Day is observed annually to honour the birth anniversary of Professor Prasanta Chandra Mahalanobis, a visionary in the field of statistics and economic planning. The day highlights the significance of statistics in shaping socio-economic policies and aims to inspire greater awareness, particularly among the youth, about its vital role in national development. Shri Rao Inderjit Singh, in his ...