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Daily Tribune
14 hours ago
- General
- Daily Tribune
Countdown to International Day of Yoga Begins in Bahrain
SK The Embassy of India in Bahrain officially launched the 25-day countdown to the International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2025 with a vibrant curtain raiser event held at the Embassy premises. The gathering brought together a spirited mix of yoga students, community members, yoga enthusiasts from across the Kingdom, and Embassy officials — all united by a shared commitment to wellness, inner peace, and global harmony. The event marks a key milestone in Bahrain's lead-up to the 10th edition of the International Day of Yoga, celebrated annually on June 21. As part of the Embassy's early initiatives, yoga sessions were already held in April to commemorate 75 and 50 days ahead of IDY 2025. Month-Long Celebrations Ahead The Embassy announced that yoga celebrations will continue throughout June, featuring a series of community events, workshops, and awareness drives across the Kingdom — all culminating in the grand main event on 21 June 2025. This day, recognized globally as the International Day of Yoga, is observed with the aim of promoting the ancient practice as a powerful tool for physical health, mental clarity, and spiritual balance. The Embassy extended an open invitation to all yoga practitioners and wellness enthusiasts in Bahrain to join the movement and participate in the upcoming events. 'Let us come together in the spirit of health, unity, and peace as we build momentum toward IDY 2025,' the Embassy noted in its statement. dghd
IOL News
2 days ago
- General
- IOL News
Yoga in rural schools: How it raised pass rates to 100%
Young and old from Congo in Inanda were taught how to do yoga ahead of the International Day of Yoga on June 21. Image: Tumi Pakkies/ Independent Newspapers Yoga's implementation in rural schools has dramatically increased the pass rate, rising from under 50% to a perfect 100%. This was shared by Sivananda World Peace Foundation President Ishwar Ramlutchman at a curtain-raiser event in Congo, Inanda, ahead of the 11th International Yoga Day on June 21. Ramlutchman said that five years ago, they started visiting rural schools and have seen how yoga benefits pupils. 'We learned that some had a 46% pass rate and others 55%, but they never increased to 60%. Today, we can safely say that those schools now have a 100% pass rate,' stated Ramlutchman. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. 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And you start to learn to remember what you have learned and what you have been taught in classrooms.' Sivananda World Peace Foundation President Ishwar Ramlutchman. Image: Tumi Pakkies/ Independent Newspapers Ramlutchman said they have also partnered with the Department of Education, and they will continue to go into all communities to serve pupils in rural areas. High Commissioner of the Republic of South Africa to India, Professor Anil Sooklal, said India offers several scholarships annually and more than 40,000 African students are studying in India. 'I would like to see more South Africans from previously disadvantaged communities come and study in India,' Sooklal said. 'I'm encouraging our communities to look also at India because India provides world-class education. 'Let us encourage a few of our matriculants here, and we will find this scholarship together with the Indian government, and let them go and get exposed to international education and to study.' He said India is a world leader in pharmaceuticals and information and communication technology (ICT) sectors. Sooklal said it would be wonderful to have a few students from Congo studying in India on scholarship. High Commissioner of the Republic of South Africa to India, Professor Anil Sooklal. Image: Tumi Pakkies/ Independent Newspapers He said it was a privilege to see children as young as three embracing yoga. 'I'm also told that in the schools that have embraced this, our children are doing much better and producing excellent results,' Sooklal said. He said yoga is one of humanity's treasures and should be embraced globally. Sooklal said it was important to concentrate on the poorest as many youth are unemployed and need confidence-building, and that is what yoga does. 'Yoga is not only about the physical practice, which is important to ensure that we have healthy societies and communities, but more importantly, nurturing the mind,' Sooklal said. 'The more we can sharpen the mind and get them to concentrate on education, yoga is an important tool in that, because through education, we can empower society.' Young and old from Congo in Inanda were taught how to do yoga ahead of the International Day of Yoga on June 21. Image: Tumi Pakkies/ Independent Newspapers KwaZulu-Natal International Business Association (Kiba) President Omi Singh said he was impressed by the presence of children. Yoga will help their bodies and minds. He encouraged mothers and grannies to take what they learned about yoga home with them and hold small yoga classes in their communities, with neighbours and friends. India-South Africa Chamber of Commerce's Pradeep Ramlall said: 'When we talk about yoga, it is about our life. Life is very precious, and you have to guard your life through various means. One way you have to protect this life is by protecting your health. And yoga gives you many benefits to protect your health, to prevent diseases and to strengthen your mind.'
New Indian Express
2 days ago
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Over 1.13 crore register in first 10 days of AP's Yogandhra campaign, surpassing target by 162%
VIJAYAWADA: The State government's month-long Yogandhra campaign, launched to promote yoga awareness and participation, has received an overwhelming public response. Within the first 10 days of its launch on May 21, over 1.13 crore people registered to participate, exceeding the targeted registrations for the period by more than 162%. Special Chief Secretary and State Nodal Officer for Yogandhra, MT Krishna Babu, reported the milestone to the State Ministers Committee on Friday night. The campaign, launched in the lead-up to International Day of Yoga on June 21, aims to achieve 2 crore registrations Statewide. 'The official target for registrations between May 21 and May 30 was 69.92 lakh, but the actual turnout far exceeded expectations with 1,13,47,935 people signing up,' Krishna Babu said. He added that Master Trainer registrations reached 408% of the target, while Trainer registrations stood at 113%, indicating strong grassroots enthusiasm and effective coordination by district administrations. Yoga awareness activities are being conducted at an unprecedented scale across all districts, including in schools, colleges, community centres, and public spaces. The drive continues to gain momentum as the State prepares to host the main event on June 21, which will be attended by PM Narendra Modi. The International Day of Yoga celebration is scheduled along the scenic coastal stretch from RK Beach to Bhimili in Visakhapatnam, where lakhs of participants are expected to perform yoga together. Officials say the surge in participation reflects growing awareness of yoga's physical and mental health benefits. At the current pace, the State is expected to surpass its two-crore participation target well ahead of schedule, positioning AP as a frontrunner in yoga promotion nationwide.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
UP govt to hold International Yoga Day events across public hospitals on June 21
The Uttar Pradesh government will organise International Yoga Day programmes across all public hospitals on June 21 to promote holistic health and well-being. Acting on Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath 's directive, the health department has instructed all chief medical officers and chief medical superintendents to begin the preparations, the UP government said in a statement on Saturday. Principal Secretary, Medical Health and Family Welfare, Partha Sarthi Sen Sharma said a letter has been issued to all chief medical officers and chief medical superintendents asking them to organise International Yoga Day programmes in all district hospitals, community health centres, primary health centres and Ayushman Arogya Mandirs . A blueprint for organising these events is being prepared in advance to ensure maximum participation. The theme for International Day of Yoga this year is 'Yoga for One Earth, One Health'. Live Events Sharma said the main aim of the day is to raise awareness about the benefits of yoga for improving overall health and lifestyle. In Uttar Pradesh, regular yoga sessions are already being held at all Ayushman Arogya Mandirs to support people's physical, mental and spiritual well-being, he said. The Ministry of Ayush, along with the Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga, will offer online training for yoga instructors, he added. The principal secretary asked the chief medical officers and chief medical superintendents to coordinate with the block or district administration while ensuring active participation of ASHA and ANM workers, voluntary organisations and educational institutions in International Yoga Day programmes at the community level. The message should be disseminated to the public through physical and digital means, he said.
Daily News Egypt
3 days 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.'
