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31/12/2025

ON THE OCCASION OF RAMANAND SAGAR'S BIRTH ANNIVERSARY:

Ramanand Sagar was a renowned Indian filmmaker, writer, and television producer best known for creating the iconic TV series “Ramayan” (1987–1988), which became one of the most-watched shows in Indian history. Born as Chandramouli Chopra in Lahore, he later adopted the name Ramanand Sagar. He began his career as a journalist and scriptwriter before moving into film direction and production. His work on Ramayan not only brought the epic to millions of households but also transformed Indian television culture. He was honoured with the Padma Shri in 2000 for his contribution to the arts.

presents an authorisation letter issued by Ramanand Sagar (Sagar Enterprise) to the Regional Office, Central Board of Film Certification, Bombay, authorising the Manager to complete censor formalities for the Hindi video feature film Ramayana.

Source: NAI, C.B.F.C. Mumbai, M/O Information and Broadcasting, Indian Feature Film, 1990, Fn. No. B-V-2118



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Throwback to 1988: A vibrant Mumbai double-decker bus in India.

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The funeral was held two days later, on August 19, in the presence of senior military officials and international dignitaries.

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A nostalgic glimpse into the 1970s: Newspaper clipping announcing Typewriting Examination results for Lower and Higher grades, when mastering the typewriter was a prized skill in India.

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3rd Century B.C. Rock Edict of Emperor Ashoka at Shahbazgarhi, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

This edict records Emperor Piyadasi (Ashoka)'s promotion of Dhamma, condemning the killing and harming of living beings, including humans and animals, while urging proper treatment of relatives, Brahmans, ascetics, and elders, with medical care emphasized across his inscriptions.

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Golconda Fort in Hyderabad, India, showcasing its rich history.
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