Tajikistan’s Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Safety and Security Agency has been designated as a new IAEA Collaborating Centre for nuclear security. “The designation of the Chemical, ...

The U.S. flag code orders flags be lowered for 30 days following the death of a sitting or former president. Flags will no longer be lowered and will fly at full-staff starting Wednesday.

On Republic Day 2025, explore the significance behind the national flag being ‘unfurled’ on Republic Day and ‘hoisted’ on Independence Day. Republic Day 2025: Discover the significance of ...

It was on this day, back in 1950, that India’s first President, Dr Rajendra Prasad, hoisted the national flag, symbolising the birth of the Indian Republic. Since then, January 26 has become a day of ...

The Trump administration implemented a landmark "One Flag Policy" on Monday (January 20), mandating that only the American flag may be flown at US. This move effectively bans the display of flags ...

A Pride flag is displayed during a Pride celebration on the South Lawn of the White House in Washington, DC, on June 10, 2023. File Photo/AFP The Donald Trump administration has banned the US State ...

The two ceremonies differ in several ways: Actions: The flag is hoisted from the bottom on Independence Day, while it is unfurled from the top on Republic Day. Ceremonial Leaders: The Prime Minister ...

You can get in touch with Marni by emailing [email protected]. The American flag was at full staff at Disney theme parks for the Inauguration of President Donald Trump, in an apparent change ...

DUSHANBE, Tajikistan, January 23. The President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon has appointed Emomali Sobirzoda as the new minister of defense of the country, Trend reports via the presidential ...

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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 ...