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The Defence Secretary of India, Shri Giridhar Aramane, released the ₹250 commemorative coin to celebrate the ' 250 Years of Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd ', today, on May 14, 2024 at Mumbai. Shri Sanjeev Singhal, CMD of MDL, Vice Admiral Sanjay J Singh, Flag Officer Commanding–in-Chief of the Western Naval Command, and Shri Rajiv Jalota, Chairman of Mumbai Port Trust, were also present at the event. Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL), formerly known as Mazagon Dock Limited, is a prominent shipyard located in Mazagaon, Mumbai. Specializing in the construction of warships and submarines for the Indian Navy, MDL also fabricates offshore platforms and provides support vessels for offshore oil drilling.  Defence Secretary Shri Giridhar Aramane highlighted the global capacity crunch in the defence industry, stressing a sustained demand for defence utilities. He emphasized the imperative for Indian shipbuilders to enhance capacity to meet security needs, citing heightened deman...

The Government of India will issue a commemorative coin of ₹250 to mark the 250 Years of Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited . The Ministry of Finance issued a gazette notification on March 12, 2024, confirming this coin. Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL), formerly known as Mazagon Dock Limited, is a prominent shipyard located in Mazagaon, Mumbai. Specializing in the construction of warships and submarines for the Indian Navy, MDL also fabricates offshore platforms and provides support vessels for offshore oil drilling. In addition to its defense-oriented projects, MDL is involved in the construction of tankers, cargo bulk carriers, passenger ships, and ferries. The shipyard plays a crucial role in the maritime industry, contributing to both military and civilian naval capabilities and supporting offshore oil and gas exploration. The  metal composition  of the ₹250 coin will consist of a Quaternary Alloy, comprising 50% Silver, 40% Copper, 5% Nickel, and 5% Zinc. The...

The India Government Mint, Kolkata has opened the bookings for  ₹250 commemorative coin  issued to mark 250th Birth Anniversary of  Raja Ram Mohan Roy .  The bookings are open from May 24, 2023, and it is subject to limited availability. Earlier, the Hon’ble Minister of State for Parliamentary Affairs and Culture, Shri Arjun Ram Meghwal, released the ₹250 coin and a special postal stamp to mark the occasion on May 22, 2023 at Belvedere House, home to The National Library of India in Kolkata. The event was attended by Shri Rajat Paul, Chief General Manager, India Government Mint, Kolkata, Ms. Priyanka Chandra, Director, Ministry of Culture, Shri Sukanta Majumdar, Member of Parliament (Lok Sabha) and State President, BJP West Bengal, along with other distinguished guests. The Proof Set is priced at ₹3697 and UNC Set at  ₹3410  for the Folder/Blister package. The Proof Set in MDF Box Set is priced at  ₹4430.  It's the most awaited coin for the y...

The Hon’ble Minister of State for Parliamentary Affairs and Culture, Shri Arjun Ram Meghwal, released the ₹250 commemorative coin and a special postal stamp to mark the 251st Birth Anniversary of Raja Ram Mohan Roy on May 22, 2023. The ceremony took place at the historic Belvedere House, home to The National Library of India in Kolkata, providing a culturally rich and fitting backdrop for honouring one of India’s greatest reformers. The event was attended by Shri Rajat Paul, Chief General Manager, India Government Mint, Kolkata, Ms. Priyanka Chandra, Director, Ministry of Culture, Shri Sukanta Majumdar, Member of Parliament (Lok Sabha) and State President, BJP West Bengal, along with other distinguished guests. Raja Ram Mohan Roy, often regarded as the Father of the Indian Renaissance, was a visionary reformer who championed women’s rights, education, social equality, and rational thought. His resolute efforts led to the abolition of Sati and significant reforms in Indian society. Th...

The India Government Mint, Mumbai Mint has opened the bookings for the ₹250 commemorative coin issued to mark  250th Session of Rajya Sabha . The bookings are open from October 14, 2020, to November 27, 2020, although counter sales began in January 2020. The ₹250 commemorative coin is available in both Proof and UNC sets, presented in a Folder/Blister pack. Additionally, it is also offered with an MDF box packaging option for both variants. The ₹250 coin in the Proof Set is priced at ₹4,390, while the UNC Set is available at ₹3,980 for the Folder or Blister package. For those interested in the MDF Box, it is priced at ₹5,580 for the Proof Set and ₹5,170 for the UNC Set. These coins can be obtained either at the Mint Premises or through the official website of the India Government Mint. You can find further details and updates in the " Current and Upcoming Bookings " section for your reference and convenience.

A ₹250 commemorative coin and a postal stamp marking the historic 250th Session of the Rajya Sabha were released by the Hon’ble President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind, in the presence of Vice President Shri M. Venkaiah Naidu, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, Lok Sabha Speaker Shri Om Birla, and Minister of Parliamentary Affairs Shri Prahlad Joshi. Addressing the landmark session, the Prime Minister said that the Rajya Sabha has made a significant contribution to the nation’s legislative history and has been witness to many historic moments. He noted that the vision of the Constitution’s framers in establishing a bicameral legislature has greatly strengthened India’s democratic foundations. The Prime Minister highlighted that the Rajya Sabha represents India’s diversity and mirrors the country’s federal structure. Its continuity, without dissolution, makes it an eternal institution, he said, adding that it provides a platform for individuals outside electoral politics to contribut...

The Government of India will issue a ₹250  commemorative coin  to mark the ' 250th Session of Rajya Sabha '. The Ministry of Finance issued the gazette notification on November 08, 2019, confirming the coin. In the midst of challenges, with leaders of the ruling coalition questioning its relevance and branding it obstructionist, the Rajya Sabha is poised to commemorate its 250th session in November-December this year. The  metal composition  of the ₹250 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:  The face of the coin shall bear the Lion Capitol of Ashoka Pillar in the center with the legend "सत्यमेव जयते" inscribed below, flanked on the left periphery with the word “भारत” in Devanagari script and on the right periphery with the word “INDIA” in English. It shall also bear the Rupee symbol “₹” and denominational val...