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Historical Event on 1/25/2000

The Centre begins the process of privatising the country's domestic carrier, Indian Airlines, and also approves the sale of majority equity in Modern Foods India Limited.

Other Historical Dates and Events
4/2/1970Meghalaya, an autonomous hilly state, was established after dividing the hilly areas of Assam.
7/20/1990Tamil Nadu Bandh organised by Tamil Nadu Government to protest against the killing of Tamils in Sri Lanka passes off peacefully.
2/3/1984Ravindra Mhatre, great Indian diplomat who was kidnapped in England, was murdered.
8/2/1861Parafulla Chandra Ray, chemical expert and great patriot, was born in the village of Raruli-Katipara IN Jessore district.
3/1/1960National Aeronautical Research Laboratory moves to Bangalore with offices at Palace Road and Jayamahal Road. It soon becomes National Aeronautical Laboratory. Dr Nilakantan invites Dr D M Rao to lead the 4 ft tunnel project.
10/9/1874Nicholas Roerich, great professor, master, artist, scientist, educator, writer, designer, poet, explorer and humanitarian, was born in St. Petersburg, Russia. He led artistic and scientific expedition in Himalayas and settled in Kulu valley.
3/17/1982President's rule in Kerala.
9/18/1992M. Hidayatullah, former Vice President and Chief Justice, died. He was 87.
7/6/1960The President promulgates the ESMA, 1960.
7/13/1957Behram Navrosji Karanjia, leading merchant and director of various companies, passed away.