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India's flag alongside USA and Texas flag - UNT, Denton | Image by isa.unt and toofan.isa/Instagram The University of North Texas in Denton raised the flag of India alongside the flags of America and Texas. On August 15, which is India's Independence Day, UNT displayed India's flag outside the University Union. India's flag reportedly flew at the same level as the American flag, and slightly higher than the Texan flag, according to images the ISA posted to Instagram. The Indian Students' Association hoisted the country's flag at 9 a.m. that day, according to an Instagram post. They told attendees to "dress in your finest ethnic wear," and aimed to "proudly raise our Tiranga and honor our nation." "On this Indian Independence Day, we proudly celebrated the spirit of freedom, unity, and heritage," the student group wrote. "ISA is honored to have hoisted the Indian flag high at UNT -- flying proudly beside the USA and Texas flags, symbolizing harmony and shared values." As India's flag was reportedly flown at the same level as the U.S. flag, with the U.S. flag positioned to the observer's left, this arrangement complies with the U.S. Flag Code, as the U.S. flag was not placed below India's flag, and it was on the observer's left (its own right). However, the code emphasizes that no other flag should be in a position of "superior prominence or honor" to the U.S. flag. While the equal height does not explicitly violate the code, the prominence clause is subject to interpretation, and some might argue that equal height with a foreign flag could be seen as diminishing the U.S. flag's prominence. Texas Flag Code also dictates that the U.S. flag takes precedence and can be placed at the same level or higher than the Texas flag; however, at the UNT event on August 15, if India's flag were flown higher than the Texas flag, as indicated by viewers, it would violate the Texas Flag Code by not giving the Texas flag proper prominence. "Jai Hind," the group posted, which translates to "Victory to India." The Dallas Express reached out to UNT for comment, but did not hear back.
NEW DELHI: Axiom-4 crew members, including Shubhanshu Shukla, were welcomed with hugs and drinks as they stepped into the International Space Station on Thursday. The newly launched spacecraft -- the fifth in the Dragon series and named Grace -- successfully completed a soft docking with the International Space Station at 4.01pm while orbiting above the North Atlantic Ocean."At 6:31 am EDT (4:01 IST) on Thursday, the SpaceX Dragon spacecraft docked to the International Space Station for the fourth private astronaut mission to the orbiting laboratory, Axiom Mission 4," the National Aeronautics ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 29: The highly anticipated trailer for Tanvi The Great is set to drop on Monday, June 30, building excitement for the inspiring drama ahead of its theatrical release. Ahead of the trailer launch, veteran actor Anupam Kher shared a special video on Instagram showcasing the film's growing acclaim on the international stage. The montage features reactions from audiences at global film festivals, including legendary actor Robert De Niro watching the film at the New York Indian Film Festival. It also highlights moments from the film's world premiere at Cannes, al ...Read More >
Ranchi (Jharkhand) [India], August 4 (ANI): The Jharkhand government declared a three-day state mourning, starting Monday, following the passing of the state's former Chief Minister and co-founder of Jharkhand Mukti Morcha, Shibu Soren. "In honour of the late Honourable former Chief Minister-cum-Rajya Sabha MP, the State Government has decided to observe 03 (three) days of state mourning from August 4 to August 6," the message from the Jharkhand government read. Also Read | Kerala Shocker: 47-Year-Old Man Dies by Suicide After Failing to Arrange Funds for Son's Engineering College Admission. ...Read More >
New Delhi, Aug 14 (SocialNews.XYZ) Easing inflation and favourable monsoon boosted rural demand in India in the April-June period this year, outpacing urban consumption once again, according to a new report. According to the report by global research firm NielsenIQ, rural markets and small manufacturers propelled the packaged consumer goods sector in Q2 2025. Rural markets grew twice as fast as cities, as urban areas showed signs of recovery, particularly in smaller towns. According to the report, e-commerce also rose significantly, led by increased shopper penetration and spending, especia ...Read More >
Ludhiana, Jun 8 (PTI) Punjab Congress president Amrinder Singh Raja Warring on Sunday asserted that his party will win the Ludhiana West assembly bypoll, scheduled to be held on june 19, with a "record margin". "Congress practically has no competition here", he claimed. Warring, who is also the Ludhiana MP, said that the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) was badly mistaken that the Congress would allow it to abuse power and misuse the official machinery for the elections. "First of all, we will not let any misuse of the official machinery and second, in case any official is found to be misusing ...Read More >
MUMBAI: ICICI Bank has rolled back its rule requiring new savings accounts opened after Aug 1 to maintain a monthly average balance (MAB) of Rs 50,000 and has revised the threshold to Rs 15,000. The move follows a social media backlash against the higher balance requirement, which was criticised for making banking exclusive.The bank said it has revised its schedule of charges and MAB requirements following customer feedback. The changes do not apply to salary accounts, senior citizens above 60 years, basic accounts/PM Jan Dhan Yojana accounts, or those opened before July 31, 2025.Meanwhile, HD ...Read More >
Srinagar, Aug 13: While inviting people to attend the Independence Day celebrations, the Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, V.K. Bidhuri, today said that identity cards will serve as invitation passes to the venue. Speaking to reporters after attending the full-dress rehearsal -- in the run-up to the main event on August 15 -- at Bakshi Stadium, Bidhuri said Independence Day is a national festival celebrated with fervour and enthusiasm. "Everyone is invited, and there are no restrictions, as your question always remains. We are celebrating a festival; your I-card will be your invitation card t ...Read More >
Mumbai: The advance bookings for Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR's highly-awaited film, 'War 2', have officially begun. On Sunday, the makers confirmed the update and also unveiled a brand new pre-release promo. The thrilling footage shows the lead actors as Kabir and Vikram confronting each other in intense action scenes, teasing their rivalry that remains at the heart of the film. "Are you ready to witness the CARNAGE in cinemas from August 14th? BOOK TICKETS NOW for #War2 and let us give you an ex ...Read More >
Independence Day 2025: Commuters should avoid affected roads and use alternative routes. The Delhi Traffic Police has issued detailed traffic advisories ahead of the 79th Independence Day celebrations on Friday. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the nation from the Red Fort, while the Chief Minister of Delhi, Rekha Gupta, will hoist the national flag at Chhatrasal Stadium. Commuters are advised to plan their travel to avoid expected large gatherings and significant traffic disruptions in Delhi and adjoining areas. Traffic Restrictions In Delhi On August 15 Red Fort Area (4:00 am - ...Read More >
New Delhi: The Delhi High Court has reaffirmed that the personal liberty of two consenting adults to marry and live together peacefully is protected under Article 21 of the Indian Constitution. In a recent ruling, the court emphasised that family opposition cannot override this autonomy. Justice Sanjeev Narula stated that the Supreme Court has consistently upheld this principle, directing law enforcement to protect couples from threats or coercion. In this case, the court ordered police protection for a young couple who feared harassment from the woman's family. The couple had solemnised the ...Read More >
Mumbai: Global icon Priyanka Chopra gave a shoutout to brother-in-law Raghav Chadha after he was removed as Aam Aadmi Party's deputy leader in Rajya Sabha. Raghav, who is married to Priyanka's cousin Parineeti Chopra, hit back at the is demotion, saying he is "silenced, not defeated." He also shared a video with a montage of clips showing him highlighting the public concerns he had raised in Parliament. From the gap between education and jobs to "One Nation, One Medical Treatment," and from wage indexation to demanding a Bharat Ratna for Bhagat Singh, Raghav combined his points into a reel a ...Read More >
Prayagraj (UP), Jul 11 (PTI) The Allahabad High Court has observed that merely expressing support for Pakistan, without referring to any specific incident or mentioning India by name, does not prima facie constitute an offence under section 152 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). The said penal provision deals with acts endangering the sovereignty or unity and integrity of India. Also Read | Thane Horror: Man Abducts 16-Year-Old Girl From Kalyan Railway Station, Rapes Her on Akola-Bound Train; Arrested. "Considering the submissions of the learned counsel for the parties and after a perusa ...Read More >
Kiara Advani and Sidharth Malhotra, celebrated for their on-screen chemistry in 'Shershaah,' have reportedly welcomed their first child, a baby girl, in Mumbai on Tuesday. While the couple hasn't officially announced the news, fans are showering them with blessings. They announced their pregnancy on February 28. The couple married in Jaisalmer on February 7, 2023. What began as a dreamy on-screen pairing in Shershaah has now blossomed into the most heartwarming chapter of real life. According to ...Read More >
Vijayawada, April 6 (SocialNews.XYZ) The accused in the Vijayawada terror network case were allegedly working to expand the activities of AQIS and ISIS in India on the direction of foreign handler Al-Hakeem Shukoor, officials said on Monday. Five accused, including a woman, revealed details of their plans during the questioning by Andhra Pradesh Police and the Counter-Intelligence Cell during the last five days. Out of the 12 accused arrested in the case, five were grilled by the officials during the five-day police custody that ended on Sunday. Mohammad Rahamatullah Sharif, 23, Md. Danish, ...Read More >
Bengaluru, Jul 14 (PTI) As actor Khushbu Sundar puts it, with the passing away of legendary actor B Saroja Devi, an era of golden cinema comes to an end. The actress known for her doe-eyed beauty and endearing screen presence made her debut when she was only 17 years old, as a co-star of Honnappa Bhagavathar, one of the pioneers of Kannada cinema in 'Mahakavi Kalidasa' (1955). Bengaluru-born Saroja Devi would eventually be crowned the first female super star of Kannada cinema. Soon after her death, another film legend from Bengaluru who made it big in Tamil Nadu, Superstar Rajnikanth, took ...Read More >
Lucknow: Lucknow Municipal Corporation is conducting a special cleanliness and decoration drive across all 110 wards and eight zones ahead of Independence Day and Janmashtami festival. Zonal officers, sanitary staff and supervisors have been assigned ward-specific duties, focusing on road and market cleaning, drain maintenance, garbage collection and waste disposal.LMC teams will visit homes to promote cleanliness and encourage residents to hoist national flag as part of Har Ghar Tiranga campaign. So far, LMC has distributed over 3 lakh tricolours and several Tiranga Yatras with school childre ...Read More >
Kaun Banega Crorepati is back with its 17th season and an upcoming Independence Day special promises to be inspiring. The episode will feature three women officers from the Indian Armed Forces - Colonel Sofiya Qureshi, Wing Commander Vyomika Singh and Commander Prerna Deosthalee. In a recently released promo, Col Sofiya was on the hot seat with the other two officers as they share stories from Operation Sindoor. She tells Amitabh Bachchan about Operation Sindoor that took place after terrorists ...Read More >
New Delhi: Protest at the Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) against a recently announced fee hike, the long-standing suspension of students' union elections and calls for administrative accountability have entered their sixth day, with students boycotting classes and staging sit-ins at the Bab-e-Syed gate (the iconic entrance of the varsity). The fee structure for different courses has witnessed a sharp revision. Students say the hike ranges from 25% to over 60% across various programmes. Many claim they first learned of the revised fees only while trying to pay through the university's online ...Read More >
Srinagar, Aug 13: The 79 Battalion of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) today organised a Tiranga Rally in Srinagar as part of the run-up to Independence Day celebrations.A statement issued here said that the rally commenced at 7:30 am from Amar Singh Club, Sonwar, and passed through RK Crossing, Aziz Bridge, Diamond Crossing, and Gupkar Road. A total of 75 officers and personnel of the unit, under the command of Sanjay Kumar, Commandant, 79 Bn, took part. They were joined by personnel from the Jammu and Kashmir Police (PS RM Bagh), the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), and local residents from ...Read More >
New Delhi: Traffic in central Delhi will be affected on Thursday as the traffic police has issued an advisory due to the Janmashtami and Tazia processions.According to police, the traffic movement in Paharganj is likely to be affected from 1.30pm in view of the shobha yatra for Janmashtami and the Tazia procession.The Janmashtami procession will start from Mandir Shri Banke Bihari Ji in Paharganj's Sangatrasan Bazar and pass through Desh Bandhu Gupta Road, Chuna Mandi, Main Bazar, Munja Chowk and Arakashan Road. The Tazia procession will start from Ajmeri Gate and proceed through Pul Paharganj ...Read More >
Vijayawada: The accused in the Vijayawada terror network case were allegedly working to expand the activities of AQIS and ISIS in India on the direction of foreign handler Al-Hakeem Shukoor, officials said on Monday. Five accused, including a woman, revealed details of their plans during the questioning by Andhra Pradesh Police and the Counter-Intelligence Cell during the last five days. Out of the 12 accused arrested in the case, five were grilled by the officials during the five-day police custody that ended on Sunday. Mohammad Rahamatullah Sharif, 23, Md. Danish, 27, and Mirza Sohail Bai ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar, Jun 29 (PTI) Odisha Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati on Sunday expressed grief over the death of three persons in a stampede near Lord Jagannath's chariots in Puri. Kambhampati in a post on X said: "Deeply saddened by the tragic loss of lives in the unfortunate stampede at Saradhabali, Puri. My heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families." "I pray to Mahaprabhu Jagannatha to grant strength to those in mourning and bless the injured with a swift and complete recovery. May His divine grace bring solace and healing to all affected by this tragedy," he said. At least three persons, ...Read More >
Prayagraj (UP), Jul 11 (PTI) The Allahabad High Court has observed that merely expressing support for Pakistan, without referring to any specific incident or mentioning India by name, does not prima facie constitute an offence under section 152 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). The said penal provision deals with acts endangering the sovereignty or unity and integrity of India. "Considering the submissions of the learned counsel for the parties and after a perusal of the records, it is not in dispute that while posting the aforesaid post through his Instagram ID, the applicant had not me ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 14: Medulla Communications Pvt. Ltd., one of the world's most awarded healthcare-specialist advertising agencies, has announced the launch of its new hub in Singapore. With over 15 years of experience in solving complex healthcare challenges, Medulla is now looking to create a super-specialist category as the first digital healthcare advertising agency in Asia. New Hub to Deliver Scalable, Specialist Healthcare Marketing Solutions Across APAC. Also Read | New Cheque Clearing System: Banks To Clear Cheques Within Few Hours Starting October 4, Announces RBI. ...Read More >
Rajouri (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], August 14 (ANI): Ahead of the 79th Independence Day celebration, a grand Tiranga Rally was organised in Rajouri on Thursday featuring a 2-kilometre-long National Flag. The rally saw a huge participation of people filling the atmosphere with patriotic fervour. Police officials were also stationed to maintain tight security. Earlier, on Wednesday, the Bhaderwah valley witnessed a vibrant Tiranga Rally organised by the Jammu and Kashmir Police, led by SDPO Bhaderwah, who joined police, students, and locals in waving a 100-meter national flag, thereby spreadi ...Read More >
Her accomplishment has drawn widespread praises and congratulatory posts on social media. ShowQuick Read Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed * Divya Singh became the first Indian woman to reach Everest Base Camp by bicycle * She completed the 14-day journey from Kathmandu to EBC at 17,560 feet altitude * Singh faced extreme cold, low oxygen, and rough terrain during her expedition Did our AI summary help? Let us know. Switch To Beeps Mode Divya Singh, a 28-year-old teacher from Go ...Read More >
India opened the scoring through Geeta Yadav (11th minute); however, in the second quarter, Belgium equalised through Marie Goenns (25th) The Indian junior women's hockey team made a positive start to its tour of Europe with a 3-2 win over hosts Belgium here on Sunday. India opened the scoring through Geeta Yadav (11th minute). However, in the second quarter, Belgium equalised through Marie Goenns (25th). Soon Belgium took the lead as Louise van Hecke (34th) found the back of the net. India made a valiant comeback and levelled the scores through Sonam (40th). The visitors continued to att ...Read More >
Shillong, Jul 19 (PTI) Meghalaya Deputy Chief Minister Prestone Tynsong has said the state government will press for the retransfer of block I and II from Assam's Karbi Anglong district, asserting that the long-pending boundary issue remains a top priority. Tynsong, who also chairs the regional committee on the matter, said the government is awaiting a response from his Assam counterpart to schedule a joint inspection of the disputed areas. Also Read | Prayagraj Road Accident: Speeding Car Runs Over Women Sleeping Under Flyover in Uttar Pradesh, 1 Dead, 2 Injured. Before the creation of Meg ...Read More >
As India approaches its 79th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has once again opened the floor the the people, inviting ideas and suggestions for his upcoming address from the Red Fort on August 15. Taking to social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, the Prime Minister encouraged fellow citizens to actively participate in shaping this year's speech. ALSO READ: PM Modi To Launch Rs 2,200 Cr Development Projects In Varanasi On August 2 This initiative isn't new. Since 2014 ...Read More >
Srinagar, Aug 3: The Department of Archives, Archaeology and Museums on Sunday said that an ancient Shivling had been unearthed and safely housed in the SPS Museum Srinagar for public display. A statement of the Department of Archives, Archaeology and Museums issued here said that it was pleased to announce the discovery of an ancient Shivling carved from stone, measuring 137 cm in length and 160 cm in width, approximately dating back to the 10th Century CE, recovered during sand extraction by local labourers from the Jhelum River near the Army camp at Khanpora in Baramulla. The statement sa ...Read More >