In 1885, he created the Buddhist flag as a universal symbol of the faith and advocated for Vesak to be recognised as a public holiday. His work contributed to the development of “Protestant ...

Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang flagged off a delegation of Buddhist monks from the state to participate in the Prayagraj Mahakumbh Mela 2025. Abhishek Sharma on Yuvraj Singh's tweet after ...

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A video from 2019 showing a Mexican flag being raised at a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facility in Colorado during a protest has been shared on social media as if it was recent ...

The national flag of India is an integral part of these celebrations, symbolizing the country’s rich cultural heritage and its values. 1. Design and Colours: The Indian national flag, also known as ...

No flags other than that of the United States and two related to the country’s military are to be flown or displayed at any of the country’s embassies or outposts, according to a new policy ...

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The Indian National Flag, called the "Tiranga" or Tricolor, is a significant symbol of Indian identity, unity, and aspirations. It embodies a rich history, cultural diversity, and sacrifices in ...

The president’s Inaugural Address linked landing on the Red Planet with Manifest Destiny, but left many of the specifics unclear. By Kenneth Chang During his Inaugural Address on Monday ...

House Speaker Mike Johnson did Trump a favor on Jan. 20 by defying U.S. flag code at the Capitol and pausing Carter's mourning period Win McNamee/Getty; MANDEL NGAN/AFP via Getty; Jessica McGowan ...