The Persian shahenshah adopted this symbol around 500 BC. India’s Ashoka adopted only the lion as a royal symbol in 250 BC, ...

A Thane court has acquitted four men accused in the 2009 Dombivli bank heist case, citing lack of evidence and inconsistencies in witness testimonies. We are closing the LIVE blog now ...

The enchanting beasts of myth and folklore From the fire-breathing dragons of Europe to the shape-shifting kitsune of Japan, ...

It’s tied to the spring equinox and has roots in the Persian Empire ... “Yellow is a symbol of fears, hate and weakness,” he said. “You want to give that to the fire and then take the ...

Nowruz, the Persian New Year, celebrates the start of spring and the triumph of good over evil. Celebrated for over 3,000 years, Nowruz is observed by over 300 million people worldwide.

These symbols unify and instill patriotism. National Emblem (Ashoka Chakra) For those who don’t know, our national emblem is an adaptation of the ‘Lion Capital of Ashoka’. There are four ...

The Nowruz show is also part of the BBC News Afghan Languages festive output BBC News Persian’s Nowruz show is hosted this year by BBC News Persian’s new music team, Hesam Garshasbi and Misagh ...

The track sees the star incorporate Middle Eastern influences, inspired by producer Illya Salmanzadeh's Persian heritage. The title means "my dear" or "my darling" in Farsi, and the track ...

The DMK-led Tamil Nadu government has decided to remove the official rupee symbol (₹) from the state’s Budget 2025, replacing it with the Tamil script. This marks the first time a state has ...

But what is Nowruz, and why do people celebrate it? Thursday, March 20, 2025, marks the Persian New Year, or Nowruz, a holiday that's been celebrated for several millenniums, according to the ...

As winter fades in the Northern Hemisphere and the days grow longer, millions of people prepare to welcome Nowruz, the Persian New Year, which marks the arrival of spring and symbolises fresh ...