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PM Modi changes Twitter profile picture to national flag; says 'nation set for Har Ghar Tiranga'

PM Modi on Sunday, during the broadcast of his monthly show 'Mann Ki Baat', called upon all citizens to turn the 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign into a mass movement by hoisting or displaying the national flag in their homes.

PM Modi on Mann ki Baat: Put 'tiranga' as profile picture on social media between August 2-15

PM Modi on Mann ki Baat: "August 2 is the birth anniversary of Pingli Venkhaiya who designed the National Flag. I urge all to use 'tiranga' as profile picture in social media accounts between August 2 and August 15," PM Modi said.

PM Modi urges people to hoist, display tricolour at home between Aug 13-15

The government has envisioned the 'Har Ghar Tiranga' (tricolour at every home) exercise in the run up to the 75th anniversary of India's independence.

100-feet-high national flag installed in J&K's Kishtwar

J&K News: The installation of the flag at the Kuleed Chowk was completed in a record time of 40 days and it is one of its kind in the Jammu region, he said.

Kochi: National flag, Coast Guard flag found dumped in garbage; case filed

Kochi Police said a case has been registered under the Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act.

Cong seeks withdrawal of order, allowing national flag import, dubs BJP 'pseudo nationalist'

Withdraw national flag import order: Congress spokesperson Ajoy Kumar said PM Modi has opened door to mass import Indian flags from China at a time when the Chinese troops remain in occupation of 1,000 square kilometres of fresh territory in Ladakh.

Over 75,000 Indians wave national flag simultaneously in bid to break Pakistan record

The previous world record was set by 56,000 Pakistanis who waved their national flag at a function in Lahore in 2004.

Indian Army unfurls national flag in Galwan valley on New Year

The move comes amid reports in a section of media that claimed that Chinese soldiers had displayed their flag in the region a few days ago.

PM Modi terms inauguration of national flag made of Khadi in Leh 'unique tribute' to Mahatma Gandhi

PM Modi also encouraged the countrymen to make Khadi, handicraft products a part of their lives and strengthen the resolve to build a self-reliant India.

75th Independence Day: Why we 'hoist' the tricolour on August 15 and 'unfurl' it on January 26

On August 15 (Independence Day), the tricolour is tied and sits at the bottom of the pole. The Prime Minister then raises (pull) it up and hoists it with the aim to honour the historical event of Independence Day. 

Navy cancels Independence Day flag hoisting in Goa as locals object; CM urges to go ahead with event

The plan to hoist the national flag at Sao Jacinto island in South Goa on Independence Day stands cancelled.

Arvind Kejriwal insulted national flag during Covid video meets, claims Union Minister Prahlad Patel

In his letter to Arvind Kejriwal and Lieutenant Governor Anil Baijal in Hindi on Thursday, Patel said the green stripes in the flags displayed behind Kejriwal during his recent video conferences were distorted and enlarged, while the white central stripes reduced.

Tamil Nadu village where the National Flag is hoisted daily

The people of Sirudamur village in Chengalpattu district have been hoisting the Tricolour every day without fail since August 15, 2018. 

Owaisi to hoist national flag at Charminar on Jan 25 midnight

Hours after the city witnessed huge turnout at 'Million March' organised by Joint Action Committee (JAC) of 40 different organisations, the Hyderabad MP said the January 10 rally will begin from Mir Alam Eidgah and will conclude at Shastripuram grounds.

Railways to install national flags at 41 places

"The 100-feet tall flags would be installed in 41 places including railway stations located at state capitals, district headquarters and places having historical and tourist importance," NFR Chief Public Relations Officer Subhanan Chanda told IANS.  

L K Advani unfurls national flag as his condition improves

Advani's office had on Wednesday said that he would not be hoisting the national flag on Thursday due to viral infection but his condition improved in the morning, allowing the 91-year-old leader to continue with the practice.

PM Modi's mega announcement: India to have a Chief of Defence Staff | Independence Day 2019 Updates

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday announced the creation of a chief of defence staff (CDS) as head of the tri-services -- in his address to the nation from the ramparts of the Red Fort on the occasion of 73rd Independence Day. On Thursday, PM Modi unfurled the Tricolour and led the nation in celebrating the 73rd Independence Day -- in an event that began at 7.30 am. Stay tuned to this space as we bring to you live and latest updates on the Independence Day celebrations across India.

Government asks citizens not to use national flags made up of plastic

The Centre has urged the citizens not to use the national flags made up of plastic, and no to discard or throw the paper flag on the ground after the event. The Home Ministry said the national flag represents hopes and aspirations of the people of India and hence should occupy a position of honour.

Flouting collector's order, RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat unfurls national flag at Kerala school

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat on Tuesday unfurled the Indian tricolour at a government-aided school here despite being told by authorities that political personalities can't do this. This sparked criticism from the CPI-M and the Congress

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