29 June - "K.G." Subramanyan death anniversary

Kalpathi Ganpathi "K.G." Subramanyan was a renowned Indian artist, painter, sculptor, muralist, and writer, born on 15 February 1924, in Kuthuparamba, Kerala. He was a multifaceted and influential figure in Indian art, known for his contributions to modern Indian art and his innovative use of traditional and contemporary techniques. Subramanyan pursued his education in economics at Presidency College, Chennai, but his passion for art led him to study at the Kala Bhavana, Santiniketan, where he was mentored by the legendary Nandalal Bose. Over his illustrious career, Subramanyan received numerous accolades, including the Padma Vibhushan in 2012, India's second-highest civilian award. He passed away on 29 June 2016, leaving behind a legacy of artistic excellence and a profound impact on Indian art and culture.

28 June - Insurance Awareness Day

Insurance Awareness Day is celebrated on June 28 of every year. This day was created to remind everyone to review their insurance coverage. There is various insurance for security, covering life, recovering from loss due to damage, illness or death. It provides safety, and over time the value of the property may appreciate, so it is necessary to keep up with your policies to get the best benefit out of it. Sometimes your insurance may expire, so this day will help you in keeping up with the insurances. This day will help lot people to update their policy and create new policies for themselves.

28 June - RAJA BHAMASHAH birth anniversary

 

Bhama Shah (1547–1600) was a noted general, minister and close aide of Maharana Pratap. Bhama Shah is well known for providing his wealth to Maharana Pratap, when Maharana had become financially weak and was at the point of starvation. The funds provided by Bhama Shah allowed him to restore his army and much of his territory.

Bhamashah was born on 28th June 1547 (according to page 259 in Veer Vinod by Shyamal Das) in an Jain family. His father Bharmal Kawedia was Qiledar of Ranthambore Fort appointed by Rana Sanga and was later prime minister under Maharana Udai Singh II.

Bhama Shah was a great general, adviser, minister of Mewar, who was later promoted to post of Prime Minister of Mewar by Maharana Pratap, to whom he served as close aide and confidant.He along with his younger brother Tarachand fought in several battles for Mewar. Tarachand who was four years younger to Bhama shah was also an able administrator, valiant fighter and commanded the forces of Mewar on several occasions like his elder brother Bhamashah.

He was noted for his statesmanship, war skills, patriotism and generosity.

A commemorative postage stamp on  PERSONALITY SERIES: RAJA BHAMASHAH  was issued on 31 Dec 2000.