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Time of India
21-06-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Yoga Park inaugurated at NMPA to promote wellness
Mangaluru: A Yoga Park was inaugurated in the New Mangalore Port Authority (NMPA) residential colony within the port premises by Sushma Akkaraju, president, NMP Mahila Samaj, in the presence of the chairman, deputy chairperson, and CVO. Developed to promote health and wellness within the port community, the park features a dedicated walking track and a spacious open area for yoga, providing a peaceful environment for daily practice. All participants enthusiastically performed yoga as per the common yoga protocol under the 'Yoga Sangam' initiative, one of the 10 signature events of IDY 2025 introduced by the ministry of AYUSH. To build awareness and enthusiasm ahead of the main event, NMPA conducted a weeklong range of wellness activities in the port and nearby schools and colleges. These included Y-Break Yoga sessions for employees, daily morning and evening yoga routines for employees and schoolchildren, a special session on 'Yogic Lifestyle and Relaxation Techniques', and a yoga session for college students. The event concluded with a collective resolve to adopt yoga as a daily discipline and a step towards building a healthier and more mindful workforce. The NMPA celebrated the 11th International Day of Yoga (IDY). by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo AV Ramana, chairman, NMPA, presided over the function and inaugurated the event along with S Shanthi, deputy chairperson, and Padmanabhachar K, IOFS, CVO, NMPA. 1,500 Alva's students join Yoga Sangama event As part of the IYD celebrations, Alva's Education Foundation's Alva's Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences College, in collaboration with the National Institute of Naturopathy, Pune, organised 'Yoga Sangama-2025' at the Vidyagiri Nudisiri Vedike on Friday. Around 1,500 students from various institutions of Alva's Education Foundation participated in a 45-minute mass yoga demonstration, following the common yoga protocol. The programme was part of a nationwide initiative conducted simultaneously at over one lakh locations across the country.
The Hindu
21-06-2025
- Health
- The Hindu
New Mangalore Port inaugurates Yoga Park
The New Mangalore Port Authority (NMPA) opened a Yoga Park as a part of the International Day of Yoga at the port premises on Saturday, June 21, in Mangaluru. NMP Mahila Samaj president Sushma Akkaraju inaugurated the park in the presence of Port Authority Chairman A.V. Ramana and other senior officers. Developed to promote health and wellness within the port community, the park features a dedicated walking track and a spacious open area for Yoga, providing a peaceful environment for daily practice. All participants enthusiastically performed yoga as per the Common Yoga Protocol under the 'Yoga Sangam' initiative. To build awareness and enthusiasm ahead of the main event, NMPA had already conducted a week-long range of wellness activities in the port and nearby educational institutions. These included Y-Break Yoga sessions for employees, daily morning and evening yoga routines for employees and students, a special session on Yogic Lifestyle and Relaxation Techniques etc. Earlier in the day, the Yoga Day was celebrated in the port premises, attended among others by Mr. Ramana, deputy chairperson S. Shanthi, chief vigilance officer K. Padmanabhachar, senior officers, employees, staff and students. Mr. Ramana highlighted the transformative power of Yoga in aligning body, mind and spirit. Quoting ancient wisdom, he described Yoga as a journey of the self, through the self, to the self. He urged all employees to make Yoga a daily practice, not just for personal well-being, but as a step towards building a healthier, stronger, and more vibrant India. Konkan Railway Konkan Railway Corporation Limited joined the nation in celebrating the 11th International Day of Yoga by holding a special yoga session at Konkan Rail Vihar, Nerul, in collaboration with Shri Ambika Yoga Kutir. Executives and staff, along with their families, participated in the event. The session highlighted the importance of integrating yoga into daily life for overall physical and mental well-being as conveyed by KRCL Chairman and Managing Director Santosh Kumar Jha. Similar events were also organised in the Ratnagiri and Karwar regions.
Hans India
24-04-2025
- Business
- Hans India
New milestone in maritime history: Udupi Cochin Shipyard delivers first green cargo vessel to Norway
Mangaluru: In a significant stride for India's maritime manufacturing and its Atma Nirbhar Bharat initiative, Udupi Cochin Shipyard Limited (UCSL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL), has delivered the first of six next-generation green cargo vessels to Norway-based Wilson Ship Management AS, the largest short-sea shipping operator in Europe. The 3,800 DWT vessel, christened Wilson Eco 1, was formally delivered on Wednesday at a ceremony held at the New Mangalore Port. The ship is part of an ambitious collaboration under Norway's green funding programme for sustainable maritime transport and represents a landmark entry for Indian shipbuilding into the European market for eco-friendly cargo carriers. The delivery marks the first in a series of six vessels built at a total project cost of Rs506 crore. Notably, following the commencement of this contract, Wilson Ship Management AS placed an additional order with UCSL for eight 6,300 DWT general cargo vessels worth Rs1,041 crore, underscoring the strategic value of this Indo-Norwegian partnership. Dr. Sushma Akkaraju, spouse of Dr. Venkata Ramana Akkaraju, Chairman of the New Mangalore Port Authority, christened the vessel in the presence of dignitaries from Wilson Ship Management, UCSL, CSL, Bureau Veritas, and the Port Authority. Green engineering and global design Designed by Conoship International, a Dutch firm known for cutting-edge marine engineering, Wilson Eco 1 features a diesel-electric propulsion system and is 'future-proofed' for upgrades, including wind-foil units and battery hybridisation. It is engineered for all-weather, unrestricted operations across inland and coastal European waters. With a length of 89.43 metres and a beam of 13.2 metres, the vessel runs at 10.5 knots using only 750kW of propulsion power. It is classed by Bureau Veritas and sails under the Norwegian flag. The project generated direct employment for over 800 individuals and engaged an extensive network of Indian MSMEs. Additionally, UCSL partnered with national skill development agencies to train and certify 100–150 workers in diesel-electric marine systems, building long-term industry capacity for high-value exports. 'The successful delivery of Wilson Eco 1 is not just a technological milestone but a statement of India's growing competence in building complex, sustainable vessels for global markets,' said Shri Harikumar A., CEO of UCSL. The delivery signals India's shift from being a buyer to a builder and exporter of green maritime solutions. UCSL, formerly TEBMA Shipyards Ltd., was revived after CSL's acquisition in 2020 through an NCLT order. Since 2021, it has delivered multiple landmark projects, including aluminium ferries for the Kochi Water Metro and ocean-going tugs under the PMMSY scheme.
Time of India
23-04-2025
- Business
- Time of India
UCSL delivers first dry cargo vessel to Norway
Mangaluru: The Udupi Cochin Shipyard Limited (UCSL) on Wednesday delivered the first in a series of six 3800 TDW dry cargo vessels to Wilson Ship Management AS, Norway, a short sea shipping company in Europe. The delivery ceremony was held at the New Mangalore Port. Sushma Akkaraju, wife of AV Ramana, chairman, NMPA, christened the new vessel as Wilson Eco 1. Senior officials of Wilson Ship Management AS, Norway, including Einar Torsnes, chief financial officer, Sergey Bogdashov, new build superintendent, and the Wilson site team were present. Harikumar A, CEO of UCSL, and members of the Udupi CSL team, was present. Wilson Eco 1 is developed under the Norwegian govt's green funding initiative for emission-free transport solutions. The project is valued at approximately Rs 506 crore. It is an eco-friendly diesel-electric vessel , designed for general cargo transport across European inland and coastal waters, and is ready for future upgrades with wind foil units and battery hybrid systems. The construction generated direct employment for over 800 personnel and supported a broad network of MSMEs and ancillary services. The project's milestones began with the contract effective on June 27, 2023. The steel cutting commenced on Dec 4, 2023. The keel laying began on April 27, 2024. The sea trials were completed by April 6, 2025.
Hans India
23-04-2025
- Business
- Hans India
New Milestone in Maritime history, Udupi Cochin Shipyard Delivers First Green Cargo Vessel to Norway
Mangaluru: In a significant stride for India's maritime manufacturing and its Atma Nirbhar Bharat initiative, Udupi Cochin Shipyard Limited (UCSL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL), has delivered the first of six next-generation green cargo vessels to Norway-based Wilson Ship Management AS, the largest short-sea shipping operator in Europe. The 3,800 DWT vessel, christened Wilson Eco 1, was formally delivered today at a ceremony held at the New Mangalore Port. The ship is part of an ambitious collaboration under Norway's green funding programme for sustainable maritime transport and represents a landmark entry for Indian shipbuilding into the European market for eco-friendly cargo carriers. The delivery marks the first in a series of six vessels built at a total project cost of ₹506 crore. Notably, following the commencement of this contract, Wilson Ship Management AS placed an additional order with UCSL for eight 6,300 DWT general cargo vessels worth ₹1,041 crore, underscoring the strategic value of this Indo-Norwegian partnership. Dr. Sushma Akkaraju, spouse of Dr. Venkata Ramana Akkaraju, Chairman of the New Mangalore Port Authority, christened the vessel in the presence of dignitaries from Wilson Ship Management, UCSL, CSL, Bureau Veritas, and the Port Authority. Green Engineering and Global Design Designed by Conoship International, a Dutch firm known for cutting-edge marine engineering, Wilson Eco 1 features a diesel-electric propulsion system and is 'future-proofed' for upgrades, including wind-foil units and battery hybridisation. It is engineered for all-weather, unrestricted operations across inland and coastal European waters. With a length of 89.43 metres and a beam of 13.2 metres, the vessel runs at 10.5 knots using only 750kW of propulsion power. It is classed by Bureau Veritas and sails under the Norwegian flag. The project generated direct employment for over 800 individuals and engaged an extensive network of Indian MSMEs. Additionally, UCSL partnered with national skill development agencies to train and certify 100–150 workers in diesel-electric marine systems, building long-term industry capacity for high-value exports. 'The successful delivery of Wilson Eco 1 is not just a technological milestone but a statement of India's growing competence in building complex, sustainable vessels for global markets,' said Shri Harikumar A., CEO of UCSL. The delivery signals India's shift from being a buyer to a builder and exporter of green maritime solutions. A Shipyard's Comeback Story UCSL, formerly TEBMA Shipyards Ltd., was revived after CSL's acquisition in 2020 through an NCLT order. Since 2021, it has delivered multiple landmark projects, including aluminium ferries for the Kochi Water Metro and ocean-going tugs under the PMMSY scheme.
