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  Republic Day 2026: Do we hoist or unfurl the National Flag? Know the difference

  Lifestyle | January 22, 2026 15:36 IST

  Republic Day marks India becoming a constitutional republic. Here’s why the national flag is unfurled on January 26 and how it differs from flag hoisting on Independence Day.

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  Independence Day 2025: Planning to hoist National Flag at your home? Here's how to do it properly

  India | August 14, 2025 20:23 IST

  If you are planning to hoist the tricolour at your home this year, here are some of the important points that you need to keep in mind according to the Flag Code of India 2002.

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  Independence Day 2025: Why do we hoist national flag on August 15 and unfurl it on Republic Day?

  India | August 14, 2025 11:53 IST

  Independence Day 2025: While we unfurl the national flag on Republic Day (January 26), we hoist it on Independence Day (August 15). Though these two terms are similar, there is a vast difference between them.

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  Republic Day 2025: Pulwama makes history as Tricolour unfurled for first time at Tral Chowk | Watch

  Jammu and Kashmir | January 26, 2025 17:10 IST

  Republic Day celebrations: Like every other part of the nation, Jammu and Kashmir also celebrated the Republic Day with full fervour and patriotism. The Indian national flag was unfurled at the Tral Chowk in Pulwama for the first time in history.

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  Despite US mourning Carter's death, Trump's inauguration event to see national flag fly at full mast

  World | January 19, 2025 17:42 IST

  The US flag will be flown at full-staff during the swearing-in ceremony of incoming President Donald Trump. Earlier, Trump expressed his annoyance over the idea that the US flag would be flown at half-staff in commemoration of former President Jimmy Carter.

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  Madhya Pradesh HC imposes unique bail condition: Chant 'Bharat Mata Ki Jai', salute tricolour

  Madhya Pradesh | October 17, 2024 14:49 IST

  The Madhya Pradesh High Court granted bail to Faisal Khan, requiring him to publicly salute the national flag and chant "Bharat Mata Ki Jai" for making anti-national statements, highlighting tensions between freedom of expression and national integrity.

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  Row erupts after Congress worker takes off Siddaramaiah's shoes holding tricolour, BJP reacts

  Karnataka | October 02, 2024 21:18 IST

  A video that has gone viral on social media showed a Congress worker with the Tiranga in his hands removed shoes from the feet of Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah as he arrived to pay tribute to Mahatma Gandhi on his birth anniversary.

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  Independence Day 2024: Shah Rukh Khan waves to fans, hoists National Flag at Mannat with family

  Celebrities | August 15, 2024 18:44 IST

  Shah Rukh Khan celebrates Independence Day by hoisting the Indian flag at his Mumbai residence, Mannat. The Bollywood superstar shared the joyous moment with his family and fans.

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  RSS chief hoists tricolour in Nagpur, expresses concerns over violence against Hindus in Bangladesh

  India | August 15, 2024 12:39 IST

  Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) organised cultural events to celebrate the 78th Independence Day across the nation in its thousands of Sakhas (branches).

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  Independence Day: 'Very sad,' says Sunita Kejriwal after no flag hoisting at Delhi CM's residence

  Delhi | August 15, 2024 11:57 IST

  The flag-hoisting incident comes in the wake of the Supreme Court's decision to deny interim bail to Arvind Kejriwal. The Delhi CM is currently facing allegations in a corruption case related to an excise policy scam, which was filed by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI).

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  Independence Day 2024: Why is the National Flag hoisted at Red Fort every August 15? Check here

  India | August 13, 2024 23:22 IST

  The Red Fort will once again be the focal point of celebrations, with the tricolour being hoisted to commemorate the significance of the day. The Red Fort's association with the flag-hoisting ceremony epitomises the spirit of India's independence and serves as a powerful symbol of national pride.

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  Independence Day 2024: Is it 77th or 78th this year? Here's the answer to your confusion

  Lifestyle | August 13, 2024 7:14 IST

  Clarifying whether this year marks the 77th or 78th celebration of India's Independence Day. Unravel the confusion and get an accurate answer inside.

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  India lowers flag to half-mast as nation mourns death of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi

  India | May 21, 2024 9:19 IST

  A day after the tragic helicopter crash that claimed the lives of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and several other high-ranking officials, India is observing a one-day national mourning.

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  108-foot-high national flag installed at War Memorial of Artillery Centre in Hyderabad | WATCH

  February 22, 2024 9:53 IST

  (Retired) Major General Ashim Kohli who attended the ceremony said that this became possible after a 10-year legal battle led by Naveen Jindal.

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  VIDEO: Nitin Gadkari inaugurates highest national flag of 418 ft at Attari-Wagah border in Amritsar

  India | October 19, 2023 17:58 IST

  Highest national flag in India: The transport minister said that I have done a lot of things in life- tunnels, bridges but this (inaugurating the highest national flag) is the most amazing. I am delighted and I thank the jawans who are guarding our borders.

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  Pakistanis fume as Burj Khalifa doesn't display their flag at midnight of Independence Day | VIDEO

  World | August 14, 2023 23:01 IST

  "The time is 12:01 am now and Dubai officials informed that Pakistan's national flag won't be displayed on Burj Khalifa. This has become our status now.," said a Pakistani woman recording the viral video.

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  Here's how to order National Flag online for Har Ghar Tiranga

  Technology | August 12, 2023 16:54 IST

  The cost of the National Flag has been set at an approximate rate of Rs. 25 per flag which makes it easily accessible to everyone.

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  Independence Day 2023: 10 interesting facts about Ashoka Chakra of National Flag | CHECK HERE

  India | August 10, 2023 23:51 IST

  The Ashok Chakra is actually a representation of the Dharma chakra -- a wheel with 24 spokes.

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  Vande Bharat Express gets new 'saffron' colour; Railway Minister says 'inspired by national flag'

  India | July 09, 2023 10:30 IST

  The Vande Bharat Express trains offer superior amenities and advanced safety features.

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  BIG diplomatic win! India to take over probe into insult of national flag at Indian Embassy in UK

  India | April 18, 2023 10:01 IST

  The MHA took the decision to hand over the case to the NIA following a meeting with UK representatives last week, the sources indicated.