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Daily News Egypt
2 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily News Egypt
Indian embassy in Cairo launches 'Yoga at Iconic Place' contest for 2025 IDY
The Embassy of India in Cairo has launched a 'Yoga at Iconic Place' contest, inviting participants to submit photographs of themselves performing yoga poses at prominent landmarks across Egypt, to mark the 11th International Day of Yoga in 2025. This initiative aims to promote the spirit of yoga and highlight the cultural harmony between India and Egypt by encouraging participants to perform yoga in front of Egypt's most iconic landmarks. Participants are invited to send a clear and recent photograph of themselves performing a correct yoga posture (Asana) on a yoga mat at any well-known or culturally significant location in Egypt, such as the Pyramids of Giza, Cairo Citadel, Bibliotheca Alexandrina, or Karnak Temple. The embassy stated that the yoga pose 'should reflect discipline, balance, and serenity – core values of Yoga.' The submission window for the contest is open from 25 May to 10 June 2025. Participants may submit their photo via the official Google Form link: Entries will be evaluated based on creativity, the correctness of the yoga posture, aesthetic appeal, and the prominence of the iconic location featured in the background. Winners of the contest will be announced and felicitated during the grand International Day of Yoga celebrations on 21 June 2025. They will receive attractive cash prizes in recognition of their efforts. The contest is open to all yoga practitioners residing in Egypt, regardless of age or nationality. The embassy described it as 'a wonderful opportunity to combine wellness, photography, and cultural appreciation in a meaningful way.' The Indian Embassy in Cairo stated it 'warmly welcomes participants of all ages to take part in this contest. Join us in spreading the message of 'Yoga for One Earth, One Health' from the heart of Egypt's timeless landmarks.'
Hans India
a day ago
- Politics
- Hans India
'Operation Sindoor' outreach: Ravi Shankar Prasad-led delegation receives briefing on India-Denmark relations
Copenhagen: The Indian All-Party Parliamentary delegation led by BJP MP Ravi Shankar Prasad received a comprehensive briefing from the Indian Ambassador to Denmark, Manish Prabhat on bilateral ties between India and the European country. The discussion focussed on the 'Green Strategic Partnership' of India and Denmark, common values and key areas of mutual concern, including the global challenge in combating terrorism. 'The All-Party Parliamentary Delegation was given a detailed briefing by Ambassador Manish Prabhat on India-Denmark bilateral relations of 'Green Strategic Partnership', shared values and issues of mutual concern including the challenge of combating terrorism globally,' Embassy of India in Copenhagen posted on X. The delegation, a part of India's global diplomatic outreach campaign to highlight the significance of Operation Sindoor and India's continued fight against Pakistan-sponsored cross-border terrorism, was welcomed by Ambassador Manish Prabhat on their arrival in Denmark During the course of their stay in Copenhagen, the delegation will meet Deputy Speaker of Danish Parliament Lars-Christian Brask, Chairman of Foreign Policy Committee Christian Friis Bach, other Members of Parliament, and engage with select former Members of the Parliament of Denmark, members of political parties, media, and a cross-section of the Indian diaspora. The nine-member delegation includes a diverse political representation: Ravi Shankar Prasad (BJP), Daggubati Purandeswari (BJP), Priyanka Chaturvedi (Shiv Sena-UBT), Ghulam Ali Khatana (BJP), Amar Singh (Congress), Samik Bhattacharya (BJP), M. Thambidurai (AIADMK), former Union Minister M.J. Akbar and former Ambassador Pankaj Saran. Earlier on Thursday, the delegation concluded a successful visit to Italy during which they engaged with key Italian leaders, think tanks, strategic experts, news agencies and the Indian community to underline India's zero-tolerance and 'new normal' policy toward Pakistan-facilitated cross-border terrorism. 'We had enriching interactions with Italy's Undersecretary of State for Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Maria Tripodi, Senator Giulio Tremonti, President and Members of the Committee on Foreign Affairs and European Commission, in the Chamber of Deputies,' Ravi Shankar Prasad posted on X. 'We also engaged with prominent think tanks and strategic experts. We shared India's zero-tolerance approach to terrorism and our resolve to combat it in all forms. Encouragingly, we found a common understanding between India and Italy on the issue of global terrorism. Both nations affirmed their commitment to working together for peace and amity, underscoring the strong relationship between India and Italy,' the post added.
India Gazette
2 days ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
"India in touch with Iranian authorities for locating them": MEA on three Indians missing in Iran
New Delhi [India], May 29 (ANI): India is in touch with Iranian authorities for locating three Indian nationals who went missing in Iran and receiving good cooperation from the Iranian side, Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said on Thursday. While addressing a press briefing on Thursday, Jaiswal said that they are extending all possible help to the family members of the three persons who are missing. When asked about three Indians who went missing in Iran and whether the Indian Government is aware that incidents like these have been happening for the last few months and people have been receiving ransom calls from Pakistan, he responded, 'You would have seen a statement made by our embassy as well in Iran. The three Indian nationals who had landed there some time back are missing, and we are in touch with the Iranian authorities to locate them for their safety and security and eventual return home. We are in daily touch with the authorities there. We are receiving good cooperation from the Iranian side. And we are also in touch with the families. Obviously, family members in such situations have their own anxiety, etc. So, we are extending all possible help. Hopefully, we'll be able to do our best in this situation.' When asked further, he said, 'February was a different issue. What we are talking about are three Indian nationals who went to Iran recently in May.' The Indian Embassy in Iran said that three Indian citizens went missing in Iran. The Indian Embassy said that the family members of three Indian nationals informed them that their relatives went missing after travelling to Iran. According to the statement released by the embassy, India has urged Iranian authorities to trace the missing Indians and ensure their safety. It said that the family members regularly inform them about the efforts being made by the embassy. In a statement shared on X, the Indian Embassy in Iran stated, 'Family members of 3 Indian citizens have informed the Embassy of India that their relatives are missing after having travelled to Iran. The Embassy has strongly taken up this matter with the Iranian authorities, and requested that the missing Indians should be urgently traced and their safety should be ensured. We are also keeping the family- members regularly updated of the efforts being made by the Embassy.' (ANI)
Hans India
2 days ago
- Hans India
In touch with authorities in Iran to locate missing Indian men: MEA
Tehran/New Delhi: India on Thursday said that it remains in touch with the authorities in Tehran for locating three Indian nationals who have gone missing in Iran. "The three Indian nationals who had landed there some time ago are missing. We are in touch with the Iranian authorities to locate them, ensure their safety and security, and facilitate their eventual return home. We are in daily contact with the authorities there and are receiving good cooperation from the Iranian side. We are also in touch with the families of the missing people and extending all possible help," Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal stated during a weekly media briefing in New Delhi. All three missing Indians hail from Punjab and have been identified as Jaspal Singh, Hushanpreet Singh and Amritpal Singh. They all went missing on May 1, shortly after landing in Tehran, authorities have informed. "Family members of three Indian citizens have informed the Embassy of India that their relatives are missing after having travelled to Iran. The Embassy has strongly taken up this matter with the Iranian authorities and requested that the missing Indians should be urgently traced and their safety should be ensured. We are also keeping the family members regularly updated of the efforts being made by the Embassy," the Indian Embassy in Iran said in a statement on Wednesday. According to reports, an agent in Punjab had promised the three men to send them to Australia via the Dubai-Iran route. He had reportedly also assured them that they will be provided a stay in Iran. But the trio was kidnapped soon after landing in Iran on May 1. Families of the missing men have claimed that the kidnappers are demanding a ransom of Rs one crore and calls have been made from Pakistani numbers. India has in the past issued travel Advisory for Iran, advising all Indian nationals traveling to the country to exercise due caution, maintain contact with the Embassy of India in Tehran and the Indian Consulates. Missing Indians in Iran, Ministry of External Affairs, Kidnapping Case, Iran-India Relations, Punjab Migrants, Ransom Demand
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Business Standard
2 days ago
- Business Standard
Mystery deepens over 3 missing Indians in Iran;Embassy warns of trafficking
The Iranian Embassy in India on Thursday informed that the disappearance of three Indian nationals in Iran is being actively investigated by Iran's Ministry of Foreign Affairs' Consular Affairs Department, in close coordination with the country's judicial authorities. The Embassy of India in Tehran is being kept fully informed about the progress of the case through continuous coordination with Iranian officials. 'The case concerning the disappearance of three Indian nationals is being followed up by the Consular Affairs Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran in coordination with the relevant judicial authorities, Iran's Embassy in India posted on X. Meanwhile, the Indian Embassy in Iran has acknowledged that the families of the missing Indian nationals have reported their disappearance after travelling to Iran. 'Family members of three Indian citizens have informed the Embassy of India that their relatives are missing after having travelled to Iran. The Embassy had strongly taken up this matter with the Iranian authorities and requested that the missing Indians should be urgently traced and their safety should be ensured. We are also keeping the family members regularly updated on the efforts being made by the Embassy,' the Embassy of India in Tehran, said in a statement. Both embassies emphasise their commitment to working together closely to ensure a swift and safe resolution to the case. What is the disappearance case? The three Indian nationals—identified as Hushanpreet Singh from Sangrur, Jaspal Singh from SBS Nagar, and Amritpal Singh from Hoshiarpur—went missing shortly after arriving in Tehran on May 1. According to reports, an agent based in Punjab had promised to help them reach Australia via the Dubai-Iran route, assuring them of accommodation during their stay in Iran. However, soon after their arrival in Iran, the three men were reportedly abducted. Their families claim that the kidnappers demanded a ransom of ₹1 crore and threatened to kill the men if the payment was not made. The relatives alleged that the kidnappers shared pictures and videos showing the men with their hands bound by ropes and visible cuts and bruises on their bodies. The families said they were able to communicate with the men during the initial days following the abduction, but contact was lost after May 11. The agent from Hoshiarpur who facilitated their travel is reportedly missing, and an FIR was registered against him on May 16.
