Tag: National flag
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Streaks of White in the Green
This opinion is by Faiz Zaheer. In the first chapter of his book Gods and Godmen of India, Khushwant Singh describes the meaning of the word ‘Kafir’. He very effectively tries to clear the mist this word has been subjected to surround, advertently or inadvertently, by the religious zealots. He drives to a conclusion that…
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Saudi Arabia moves to redefine Islam-bearing green flag
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Saudi Arabia is inching toward changes that govern its national anthem and green flag, which is emblazoned with a sword and inscribed with Islam’s creed as the birthplace of the faith. Late on Monday, the kingdom’s un-elected consultative Shura Council voted in favour of changes, state-run media reported. It…
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National flag hoisted at LCCI to mark Independence Day
Lahore: The national flag was hoisted at the Lahore Chamber of Commerce & Industry to mark the Independence Day of the country. As the national anthem was played, the Senior Vice President Muhammad Nasir Hameed Khan, Vice President Tahir Manzoor Chaudhry raised the flag to the mast before a gathering of Executive Committee Members and…