Kumar, born Harikrishna Goswami in Abbottabad—then part of British India and now in KP, Pakistan—began his film career in 1957.

His family, according to sources, struggled to afford proper medical treatment, although some local businessmen contributed to his care.

Once home to dozens of bustling pottery workshops producing decorative and functional wares, Herat now has just one active studio.

The announcement aligns with Saudi Arabia, which also declared Sunday as the first day of Eid.

“The crescent moon has been sighted in Saudi Arabia,” the Haramain said in a post on X. “Eid al-Fitr will.

In living rooms across the city, women laid out haft-seen tables.

His remarks came as public celebrations of Nawroz were once again banned in Afghanistan.

Several Afghan political leaders in exile used the occasion to send messages of resistance and hope.

The collection, a result of a year-long effort, features calligraphic paintings inspired by various styles of Islamic script.

In the weeks leading up to the destruction, international efforts were made to persuade the Taliban to spare the Buddhas.