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The Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi is expected to release a ₹75 commemorative coin to mark 75 years of the Bharat Scouts and Guides while inaugurating the 19th National Jamboree of the Bharat Scouts and Guides on November 24, 2025, in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. The Uttar Pradesh State Bharat Scouts & Guides is set to host the 19th National Jamboree — a week-long mega event that will bring together thousands of young scouts and guides from across India and abroad. The grand celebration will take place at Lucknow’s Vrindavan Scheme from November 23 to 29, 2025. The first National Jamboree in India was held in Hyderabad in 1953, while Uttar Pradesh last hosted the fourth edition in Prayagraj in 1964. Now, six decades later, Lucknow will once again host this historic gathering. Under the leadership of the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Shri Yogi Adityanath, the state government is developing a gated Tent City equipped with world-class facilities to accommodate around 35,000...

The India Government Mint, Hyderabad, has opened the bookings for the ₹100  commemorative coin  issued to mark the  Birth Centenary of Bhagwan Sri Sathya Sai Baba . The bookings are open from November 19, 2025, and it is subject to limited availability. Earlier in the day, the Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi released the commemorative coin and postage stamp to mark the event at Sri Sathya Sai Hill View Stadium, Puttaparthi, Andhra Pradesh. The event was graced by the presence of the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, Shri N. Chandrababu Naidu; the Deputy Chief Minister, Shri Pawan Kalyan; Union Ministers, Shri K Rammohan Naidu, Shri G Kishan Reddy, Shri Bhupathi Raju Srinivasa Verma, cricket legend Shri Sachin Tendulkar; actress Smt. Aishwarya Rai Bachchan; and several other eminent dignitaries. The ₹100 commemorative coin is available in both Proof and UNC sets, presented in a Folder/Blister pack. The Proof Set in an MDF box, may be issued at a later d...

The Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi released a ₹100  commemorative coin  and postage stamp to mark the  Birth Centenary of Bhagwan Sri Sathya Sai Baba  today, on November 19, 2025, at Sri Sathya Sai Hill View Stadium, Puttaparthi, Andhra Pradesh. The event was graced by the presence of the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, Shri N. Chandrababu Naidu; the Deputy Chief Minister, Shri Pawan Kalyan; Union Ministers, Shri K Rammohan Naidu, Shri G Kishan Reddy, Shri Bhupathi Raju Srinivasa Verma, cricket legend Shri Sachin Tendulkar; actress Smt. Aishwarya Rai Bachchan; and several other eminent dignitaries. The Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi addressed the birth centenary celebrations of Bhagwan Sri Sathya Sai Baba at Puttaparthi, calling it an emotional and spiritual experience. He began with “Sai Ram” and offered floral tributes at Baba’s Samadhi, noting that Baba’s teachings, love, and spirit of service continue to guide millions across more than 140 countri...

The India Government Mint, Hyderabad, has opened the bookings for the ₹150  commemorative coin  issued to mark the 150th Birth Anniversary of Acharya Jawahar Lal Maharaj . The bookings are open from November 17, 2025, and it is subject to limited availability. Earlier on November 16, 2025, the Hon’ble Governor of Maharashtra and Gujarat, Shri Acharya Devvrat, along with the Hon’ble Governor of Punjab, Shri Gulabchand Kataria, released the coin and a postal stamp to mark the occasion at Raj Bhavan, Mumbai. The event was graced by Maharashtra’s Minister of Skill Development, Shri Mangal Prabhat Lodha; Secretary to the Governor, Dr. Prashant Narnaware; Chief Post Master General of Maharashtra, Shri Amitabh Singh; Trustee of the Jaskaran Bothra Foundation, Shri Siddharth Bothra; and several other distinguished guests. The ₹150 coin is currently available in the Proof Set, packaged in a Folder or Blister pack, and is priced at ₹5,120. The UNC Set in a Folder or Blist...

The Hon’ble Governor of Maharashtra and Gujarat, Shri Acharya Devvrat, along with the Hon’ble Governor of Punjab, Shri Gulabchand Kataria, released a ₹150 commemorative coin and a postal stamp to mark the 150th Birth Anniversary of Jain Saint and Freedom Fighter Acharya Jawahar Lal . The ceremony took place at Raj Bhavan, Mumbai, today, on November 16, 2025, and was organized by the Jaskaran Bothra Foundation. The event was graced by Maharashtra’s Minister of Skill Development, Shri Mangal Prabhat Lodha; Secretary to the Governor, Dr. Prashant Narnaware; Chief Post Master General of Maharashtra, Shri Amitabh Singh; Trustee of the Jaskaran Bothra Foundation, Shri Siddharth Bothra; and several other distinguished guests. Acharya Shri Jawahar Lal Ji Maharaj was a revered Jain saint, social reformer, and freedom fighter whose life was dedicated to spiritual upliftment and national service. Known for his profound wisdom, compassion, and commitment to non-violence, he inspired countless fol...

The Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will release a ₹100 commemorative coin  and postage stamp to mark the Birth Centenary of Sri Sathya Sai Baba on November 19, 2025, at Sri Sathya Sai Hill View Stadium, Puttaparthi, Andhra Pradesh. The event is expected to be held in the presence of the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, Shri N. Chandrababu Naidu; the Deputy Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, Shri Pawan Kalyan; the Governor of Andhra Pradesh, Shri Syed Abdul Nazeer; and other eminent dignitaries. The Vice President of India, Shri C.P. Radhakrishnan, will also attend on November 22 as the chief guest at the 44th convocation of the Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning. Additionally, the Hon’ble President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, has accepted the invitation to participate in the centenary celebrations organized by the Sri Sathya Sai Central Trust, underscoring the national significance of the event. The Birth Centenary of Sri Sathya Sai Baba marks 100 years sinc...

In the long and diverse history of commemorative coins in Republic India coinage, only a few themes have seen dual silver denominations released under the same issue. Among these, three notable themes— Grow More Food (1973), Srimat Swami Pranavanandji Maharaj (2022), and India’s G20 Presidency (2023)—stand out for having two silver-alloy coins each, reflecting the evolution of India’s minting tradition and the changing approach to commemorative releases across five decades. The silver alloy, also known as quaternary alloy or Silver .500, comprises 50% Silver, 40% Copper, 5% Nickel, and 5% Zinc. The “ Grow More Food ” theme of 1973 was one of the earliest post-Independence commemorative issues, marking India’s emphasis on agricultural development and self-sufficiency during a crucial period of food scarcity. The coins, issued in denominations of ₹20 and ₹10, were both struck in silver alloy, making them among the few high-value silver coins of their era. The ₹20 coin was minted with...

A reverse proof coin is a special type of proof coin distinguished by its unique finish, where the design elements are mirror-like and the background fields are frosted—the opposite of a standard proof coin. In a traditional proof coin, the raised parts of the design have a frosted appearance while the background is highly polished, producing a sharp contrast that emphasizes the artistry and fine detail of the design. Reverse proofs invert this contrast, creating a striking visual effect that collectors around the world prize for their novelty and beauty. Producing such coins demands extreme precision, multiple stages of die polishing, and careful striking under controlled conditions to achieve the desired visual clarity. Despite the growing global popularity of reverse proof coins, the India Government Mint has never issued coins in this format. The primary reason lies in the objectives of the Republic India coinage system, which is fundamentally oriented toward circulation and commem...

The India Government Mint, Hyderabad, has commenced the bookings for the ₹50  commemorative coin  issued to mark the  50 Years of NHPC Limited . The bookings are open from November 7, 2025, and it is subject to limited availability. Earlier on November 6, 2025, the Hon’ble Union Minister of Power, Housing and Urban Affairs, Shri Manohar Lal, released the commemorative coin to mark the completion of 50 years of NHPC Limited in New Delhi. The occasion was graced by the presence of Shri Pankaj Agarwal, Secretary (Power), Ministry of Power, Government of India; Shri Bhupender Gupta, CMD, NHPC; and Shri Uttam Lal, Director (Personnel), NHPC. NHPC Limited, India’s premier hydropower Navratna company under the Ministry of Power, is celebrating a momentous milestone. The ₹50 coin is currently issued in a Proof Set with a Booklet and Cardboard (Kappa) Box packaging. It remains to be seen whether the Hyderabad Mint will also release the Proof and UNC Sets in folder packaging, ...

The India Government Mint, Mumbai, has commenced the bookings for the ₹150  commemorative coin  issued to mark the 150 years of Vande Mataram . The bookings are open from November 7, 2025, and it is subject to limited availability. Earlier in the day, the Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi released the commemorative coin and a postal stamp to mark the event at Indira Gandhi Stadium, New Delhi. The event was graced by the Chief Minister of Delhi, Smt. Rekha Gupta; the Lieutenant Governor of Delhi, Shri Vinai Kumar Saxena; the Union Minister of Culture & Tourism, Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat; and several other eminent dignitaries, cultural icons, and scholars. The ₹150 coin is currently available in the Proof Set, packaged in a booklet. It remains to be seen whether the Mumbai Mint will also release the Proof and UNC Sets in folder packaging, as well as the Proof Set in an MDF box. The ₹150 Proof Set, packaged in a booklet, is priced at ₹1,500. Wi...

The Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi released a ₹150  commemorative coin  and a postal stamp to mark  150 years of Vande Mataram  today, on November 7, 2025, at Indira Gandhi Stadium, New Delhi. The celebrations witnessed a mass singing of the full version of “Vande Mataram” across public places, with participation from citizens representing all segments of society, in conjunction with the main programme. The event was graced by the Chief Minister of Delhi, Smt. Rekha Gupta; the Lieutenant Governor of Delhi, Shri Vinai Kumar Saxena; the Union Minister of Culture & Tourism, Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat; and several other eminent dignitaries, cultural icons, and scholars. The Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi remarked that Vande Mataram is not just a song but a mantra of strength, devotion, and resolve — an eternal symbol of unity that connects India’s past, energizes the present, and inspires the future. Describing the mass singing of Vande Mataram ...

The Ministry of Finance has issued a gazette notification announcing the ₹150 commemorative coin to mark the  150 years of Vande Mataram , the National Song of India. The notification was officially published on November 6, 2025. The Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will be releasing the  commemorative coin  and a postal stamp, at Indira Gandhi Stadium, New Delhi on November 7, 2025. The celebrations will feature a mass singing of the full version of “Vande Mataram” at around 9:50 AM across public spaces, with participation from citizens representing all sections of society, in harmony with the main programme. The year 2025 marks 150 years of Vande Mataram, one of India’s most iconic patriotic compositions written by Bankim Chandra Chatterjee in 1875. The timeless hymn, meaning “I bow to thee, Mother,” became a symbol of national pride and unity, inspiring generations during India’s struggle for freedom. First sung by Rabindranath Tagore in 1896, Vande Mataram t...

The Hon’ble Union Minister of Power, Housing and Urban Affairs, Shri Manohar Lal, released a ₹50 commemorative coin  to mark the completion of 50 years of NHPC Limited  today, on November 6, 2025, in New Delhi. The occasion was graced by the presence of Shri Pankaj Agarwal, Secretary (Power), Ministry of Power, Government of India; Shri Bhupender Gupta, CMD, NHPC; and Shri Uttam Lal, Director (Personnel), NHPC. NHPC Limited, India’s premier hydropower Navratna company under the Ministry of Power, is celebrating a momentous milestone — the completion of 50 years of its establishment on November 7, 2025. While congratulating NHPC Limited on this occasion, Shri Manohar Lal, Hon’ble Union Minister of Power, Housing and Urban Affairs, stated that the release of the commemorative coin by the Government of India is a recognition of NHPC’s enduring legacy and its strategic contribution to India’s energy self-reliance. This commemorative coin celebrates NHPC’s remarkable journey of r...

The Government of India will issue a ₹50  commemorative coin  to mark 50 Years of NHPC Limited . The Ministry of Finance issued a gazette notification on November 4, 2025, confirming this coin. NHPC Limited, formerly known as the National Hydroelectric Power Corporation, is a leading public sector enterprise under the Ministry of Power, Government of India. Established in 1975, it plays a pivotal role in harnessing the country’s vast hydroelectric potential and promoting renewable energy. Headquartered in Faridabad, NHPC has developed numerous hydropower projects across India and has also diversified into solar and wind energy. With a strong focus on sustainability, innovation, and environmental responsibility, NHPC continues to contribute significantly to India’s clean energy goals and national development. The  metal composition  of the ₹50 coin will consist of a Quaternary Alloy, comprising 50% Silver, 40% Copper, 5% Nickel, and 5% Zinc. The coin will weigh 35 gra...

The Government of India will be issuing a ₹150  commemorative coin  and postal stamp to mark the 150 Years of Vande Mataram , the National Song of India. Vande Mataram, the National Song of India, is a timeless ode to the motherland, symbolizing devotion, unity, and national pride. Written by Bankim Chandra Chatterjee in 1875, the song beautifully personifies India as a divine mother, nurturing and sacred. Its powerful verses inspired countless Indians during the freedom movement, evoking deep patriotic fervor. Even today, Vande Mataram continues to resonate across generations, reminding every citizen of the eternal bond with the motherland and the spirit of selfless service to the nation. The nationwide program led by the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, will be inaugurated at Indira Gandhi Stadium, New Delhi, on November 7, 2025, featuring the simultaneous mass singing of Vande Mataram across all States and Union Territories, along with the release of a commemorativ...

The evolution of India’s commemorative coinage has entered a new phase with the introduction of Nickel Silver as the primary metal composition , replacing the long-standing Silver Alloy (Quaternary Alloy) and Pure Silver options.  This marks a significant shift in the history of modern Indian coinage, reflecting a blend of economic prudence, technological advancement, and an effort to make commemorative issues more accessible to a wider public. For many decades, non-circulating coin sets were distinguished by featuring a Silver Alloy coin as the primary denomination, However, after the introduction of Pure Silver coins in 2019, issuing them for almost every alternate theme became the norm through 2024 and 2025. The growing number of themes, combined with the rising price of silver, has made these coins increasingly expensive for collectors. The launch of Nickel Silver coins with the ₹200 denomination for the 200th Birth Anniversary of Maharshi Dayanand Saraswati and the ₹150 den...