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New Commemorative Coin: Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel

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The Government of India will issue a ₹150  commemorative coin  on the occasion of the ' 150th Birth Anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel '. The Ministry of Finance issued a gazette notification on September 30, 2025, confirming this coin. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, known as the "Iron Man of India," was a key leader in the Indian freedom struggle and the country’s first Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister. He played a crucial role in the integration of over 560 princely states into the Indian Union after independence. A staunch nationalist and skilled administrator, Patel was deeply respected for his firm leadership and practical approach. His legacy is commemorated by the Statue of Unity, the world’s tallest statue, located in Gujarat. The  metal composition  of the ₹150 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. The coin's description is as follows. Obverse: ...

New Commemorative Coin: Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS)

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The Government of India will issue a ₹100  commemorative coin  to mark the Centenary Celebrations of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS). The Ministry of Finance issued a gazette notification on September 30, 2025, confirming this coin. The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) is a voluntary cultural organization founded in 1925 by Dr. Keshav Baliram Hedgewar in Nagpur. It promotes the values of discipline, selfless service, and national unity, with the vision of strengthening Indian society based on cultural and traditional ideals. The RSS conducts daily shakhas (local gatherings) where physical training, character building, and community service are emphasized. Over the decades, it has played a significant role in various social service activities, disaster relief, and nation-building initiatives. It is also regarded as the ideological parent of several organizations working in fields such as education, service, and politics. The Hon’ble Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, will ...