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The much-anticipated issuance of ICC World Cup 2019 commemorative coins —featuring a ₹1000 coin and a ₹500 coin—now appears to have been cancelled, indicating that the Government of India has shelved its earlier proposal. Initial reports had suggested that the India Government Mint, Mumbai was preparing to issue India’s first-ever pure gold commemorative coin , valued at ₹1000 and measuring approximately 18 mm, along with a ₹500 silver coin of the standard 44 mm diameter.  Leaked promotional materials and mock-up images featuring ICC World Cup 2019 branding had circulated widely across social media, creating considerable excitement among collectors. Despite these early indications, it now seems that the Ministry of Finance did not grant final approval for the release. Without an official gazette notification, the coinage cannot be legally issued, and all available information points to the likelihood that the proposal has been dropped. With the ICC World Cup 2019 concluded and n...

The Government of India will issue a  commemorative coin  of ₹100 to mark the ' Birth Centenary of Smt. Vijaya Raje Scindia .' The Ministry of Finance issued the gazette notification on June 04, 2019, confirming the coin. Vijaya Raje Scindia (12 October 1919 – 25 January 2001), born Lekha Divyeshwari Devi and popularly known as the Rajmata of Gwalior, was a prominent Indian political personality. Inspired by the freedom movement after completing her education, she actively joined the struggle for independence. With a strong belief in educating the girl child and women empowerment, she dedicated herself to these causes. 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 P...

The Government of India will issue a commemorative coin of ₹100 to mark the ' Birth Centenary of Vikram Sarabhai .' The Ministry of Finance issued the gazette notification on June 4, 2019, officially confirming the release of the coin. Vikram Ambalal Sarabhai (12 August 1919 – 30 December 1971) was a distinguished Indian scientist and innovator, widely recognized as the pioneer of India's space program. In 1962, Sarabhai was honored with the Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Medal. The nation further acknowledged his contributions by awarding him the Padma Bhushan in 1966 and posthumously conferring the Padma Vibhushan in 1972. 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 t...

The Government of India will be issuing a ₹550  commemorative coin  to mark the  550th Prakash Utsav of Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji . The Ministry of Finance issued a gazette notification on June 4, 2019, confirming this coin. Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the founder of Sikhism and the first of the ten Sikh Gurus, is revered as a guiding light who brought messages of compassion, equality, and devotion to the Divine. Born in 1469 in Talwandi (now Nankana Sahib in Pakistan), he emphasized the oneness of God and the unity of all humanity. Through his teachings, travels, and compositions, he challenged social injustices, caste discrimination, and empty rituals, urging people instead to embrace truthful living, selfless service, and remembrance of the Almighty. His profound hymns form the foundation of the Guru Granth Sahib, continuing to inspire millions across the world. The  metal composition  of the ₹550 coin will consist of a Quaternary Alloy, comprising 50% Silver, 40...

The Government of India will issue  commemorative coins  with denominations of ₹200 and ₹10 to mark the  200th Birth Anniversary of Satguru Ram Singh Ji . The Ministry of Finance issued a gazette notification on June 3, 2019, confirming this coin. Sri Satguru Ram Singh Ji (1816–1885) was a revered spiritual leader, social reformer, and the founder of the Namdhari (Kuka) movement. He championed non-violence, truthfulness, and purity of conduct, inspiring thousands to adopt a disciplined, ethical way of life. Satguru Ram Singh Ji strongly opposed British colonial rule and promoted Swadeshi practices long before they became part of the national freedom movement. He encouraged simple living, women’s empowerment, eradication of social evils, and unity among communities. His teachings continue to guide and influence the Namdhari community and countless followers across the world. The  metal composition  of the ₹200 coin consist of a Quaternary Allo...

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is preparing to introduce the new ₹20 banknote in the Mahatma Gandhi New Series, carrying the signature of Shri Shaktikanta Das, Governor of the Reserve Bank of India. This new note continues the RBI’s initiative to modernize India’s currency with enhanced design elements, improved security features, and motifs that highlight the nation’s cultural legacy. The banknote features a vibrant Greenish Yellow base color, harmonized with geometric patterns and refined design elements on both sides. On the reverse, the note prominently depicts the Ellora Caves, celebrating India’s remarkable architectural and cultural heritage. The dimensions of the new ₹20 banknote will be 63 mm × 129 mm, making it compact and easily distinguishable from other denominations. The obverse of the note includes a see-through register with the numeral 20, alongside the denominational numeral २० in Devanagari. At the center is the familiar portrait of Mahatma Gandhi, accompanied by mi...

The Government of India might consider the issuance of commemorative coins with denominations of ₹1000 and a ₹500 to mark the ICC Cricket World Cup 2019. The ICC Cricket World Cup 2019, the 12th edition of the tournament, is scheduled to be held in England and Wales from May 30 to July 14, 2019. India, a powerhouse in world cricket, has lifted the World Cup twice—first under the captaincy of Kapil Dev in 1983, and again under Mahendra Singh Dhoni in 2011.  A commemorative coin release aligned with the 2019 tournament would therefore serve as a tribute not only to the global cricketing event but also to India’s enduring passion for the sport.  If finalized, this release would be historically significant, as it would mark the first-ever gold coin to be issued in the history of Republic India coinage, making it a landmark moment for collectors and cricket enthusiasts alike. According to early indications, the ₹1000 Gold Coin will measure approximately 18 mm in diameter and will ...