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Hans India
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Rakul Preet Singh highlights the role of yoga in her self-love journey
Bollywood actress Rakul Preet Singh took to social media on Wednesday to highlight the importance of yoga in her self-love journey. In a heartfelt post, she reflected on how yoga helps her stay emotionally, mentally, and physically balanced. She also explained the true meaning of self-care, emphasizing that it isn't always glamorous — it's discipline with a touch of grace. For her, it's about maintaining a balance of emotional, physical, and mental well-being. Taking to Instagram, Rakul Preet Singh shared two images in which she is seen performing a yoga pose with her head touching the ground and legs raised above. For the caption, the 'Thank God' actress wrote, 'We often hear the word self-love /self-care but what does it truly mean? Self-care isn't always glamorous .. it's discipline with a touch of grace .. For me it's a balance of emotional, physical and mental well-being .. it's my sanctuary where the outside noise fades and I look inward.' 'It's showing up for yourself on tough days, good and bad days and every day in between with love, presence and strength. @anshukayoga #happyselfcaremonth Share with me Aapka self care ritual kya hai.' Known for her love for yoga, Singh often shares photos of herself performing various asanas. Earlier, on the occasion of World Yoga Day, the 'Mere Husband Ki Biwi' actress had posted a couple of her videos and photos performing Yoga alongside her husband Jackky V Bhagnani. Rakul captioned the post, 'Celebrated #worldyogaday today with the honourable sports minister of India @mansukhmandviya ji in Delhi amidst 2000 people .. extremely grateful for being awarded the #Fitindiacouple award by the @ministryofayush @fitindiaoff.' She added, 'Fitness for @jackkybhagnani and me is a way of life .. it is what connected the two of us and today getting awarded for the same feels so good. We really hope that all of you take small steps towards a fitter you because the only place you truly live in is your body.'
India Gazette
24-06-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
"Conversation between Sree Narayana Gurudev, Mahatma Gandhi showed new direction to our freedom movement": PM Modi
New Delhi [India], June 24 (ANI): Speaking at the centenary celebration meeting of the historic conversation between Sree Narayana Gurudev and Mahatma Gandhi, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said that the incident not only showed a new direction to our freedom movement but also gave a solid meaning to the goal of independence and the dream of an independent India. Addressing the centenary celebration at the Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi, PM Modi said, 'This premises is becoming a witness to remembering an unprecedented incident in the history of our country; a historic incident which not only showed a new direction to our freedom movement but also gave a solid meaning to the goal of independence and the dream of an independent India. 100 years ago, the meeting between Sree Narayana Guru and Mahatma Gandhi is inspiring and relevant even today.' The Prime Minister said that even after a century, that meeting continues to serve as a source of energy for social harmony and for our collective goals towards a developed India. 'The ideals of Shri Narayan Guru are a great treasure for all of humanity. Those who work with the resolve to serve the nation and society, Shri Narayan Guru is like a guiding light for them,' he said. 'India's speciality is that whenever our country gets entangled in the whirlpool of difficulties, some great personality is born in some corner of the country to show a new direction to society,' the PM said, while adding that some of them work for the spiritual upliftment of society, while others accelerate social reforms in the social sphere. Highlighting India's leadership in global events, PM Modi said, 'Recently, we celebrated World Yoga Day. This time, the theme of Yoga Day was-- One Earth, One Health, meaning one planet, one health! Even before this, India had initiated efforts like One World One Health for global well-being. Today, India is leading global movements like One Sun, One World, One Grid in the direction of sustainable development. In 2023, when India led the G20 Summit, the theme was-- One Earth, One Family, One Future.' 'The concept of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam, or the world is one family, is intertwined with these efforts,' he added PM Narendra Modi and other dignitaries performed 'guru smarna' at the centenary celebration of the historic conversation between Sree Narayana Guru and Mahatma Gandhi in New Delhi. Organised by Sree Narayana Dharma Sanghom Trust, the celebration will bring together spiritual leaders and other members to reflect upon and commemorate the visionary dialogue that continues to shape India's social and moral fabric. It stands as a powerful tribute to the shared vision of social justice, unity, and spiritual harmony championed by both Sree Narayana Guru and Mahatma Gandhi. The historic conversation took place at Sivagiri Mutt on 12 March 1925 during Mahatma Gandhi's visit and centred around Vaikom Satyagraha, religious conversions, non-violence, abolition of untouchability, attainment of salvation, and the uplift of the downtrodden, among others. (ANI)
The Wire
24-06-2025
- Business
- The Wire
'No Salaries for Those Who Didn't Attend Yoga Day Event,' Says Wildlife Institute of India, Then Withdraws Circular
Environment Soumashree Sarkar 3 minutes ago The registrar of the Institute sent an internal email to staff on June 23, demanding a written explanation from everyone who missed the event held in connection with World Yoga Day at the Institute. Representative image. People participate in a yoga session ahead of the International Day of Yoga, in Patna, Saturday, June 14, 2025. Photo: PTI New Delhi: The Wildlife Institute of India, a wildlife research organisation directly under the aegis of the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, said in a circular to its staff on June 23 that their salaries for the month would be withheld unless they provide a satisfactory explanation for why they missed the World Yoga Day event held in the institute on June 21. The said emails, accessed by The Wire, claimed that the overall participation for the yoga session held at the Institute to commemorate World Yoga Day on June 21 was 'poor', despite 'repeated notices' issued by the Institute and communications received from the union environment ministry. The registrar of the Institute, J.A. Johnson, said in the email that this 'poor attendance' was 'observed with concern'. 'Please note that while WII ensures the timely disbursement of monthly salaries/emoluments to over 600 employees (including researchers), about 75 individuals participated in this Important National event,' the Registrar's email read. The email went on to demand that every staff member of the Institute who did not participate in the World Yoga Day event 'without prior intimation' submit a written explanation for the reason for their absence to their respective reporting officers, sectional heads or the Deputy Registrar. 'The Finance Officer is requested to withhold the release of June 2025 month salary until the attendance record, tour details, or valid written explanation is received and verified,' the email said. The Registrar's email claimed that this notice is being issued 'with the approval of the Competent Authority'. The Competent Authority of the WII is the union environment ministry, as the Institute comes directly under the aegis of the ministry. The Wire has written to the Union environment ministry for a response. This report will be updated when they respond. However, later on the same day, the Registrar sent another email saying that the explanation called for the absence of staff for the yoga day event was withdrawn. The Director of WII Virendra Tiwari later told PTI that no action is proposed to be taken against staff who missed the World Yoga Day event. The Wire is now on WhatsApp. Follow our channel for sharp analysis and opinions on the latest developments.
India.com
24-06-2025
- Politics
- India.com
Meeting Between Sree Narayana Guru And Mahatma Gandhi Is Inspiring: PM Modi
Speaking at the centenary celebration meeting of the historic conversation between Sree Narayana Gurudev and Mahatma Gandhi, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said that the incident not only showed a new direction to our freedom movement but also gave a solid meaning to the goal of independence and the dream of an independent India. Addressing the centenary celebration at the Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi, PM Modi said, "This premises is becoming a witness to remembering an unprecedented incident in the history of our country; a historic incident which not only showed a new direction to our freedom movement but also gave a solid meaning to the goal of independence and the dream of an independent India. 100 years ago, the meeting between Sree Narayana Guru and Mahatma Gandhi is inspiring and relevant even today." The Prime Minister said that even after a century, that meeting continues to serve as a source of energy for social harmony and for our collective goals towards a developed India. "The ideals of Shri Narayan Guru are a great treasure for all of humanity. Those who work with the resolve to serve the nation and society, Shri Narayan Guru is like a guiding light for them," he said. "India's speciality is that whenever our country gets entangled in the whirlpool of difficulties, some great personality is born in some corner of the country to show a new direction to society," the PM said, while adding that some of them work for the spiritual upliftment of society, while others accelerate social reforms in the social sphere. Highlighting India's leadership in global events, PM Modi said, "Recently, we celebrated World Yoga Day. This time, the theme of Yoga Day was-- One Earth, One Health, meaning one planet, one health! Even before this, India had initiated efforts like One World One Health for global well-being. Today, India is leading global movements like One Sun, One World, One Grid in the direction of sustainable development. In 2023, when India led the G20 Summit, the theme was-- One Earth, One Family, One Future." "The concept of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam, or the world is one family, is intertwined with these efforts," he added. PM Narendra Modi and other dignitaries performed 'guru smarna' at the centenary celebration of the historic conversation between Sree Narayana Guru and Mahatma Gandhi in New Delhi. Organised by Sree Narayana Dharma Sanghom Trust, the celebration will bring together spiritual leaders and other members to reflect upon and commemorate the visionary dialogue that continues to shape India's social and moral fabric. It stands as a powerful tribute to the shared vision of social justice, unity, and spiritual harmony championed by both Sree Narayana Guru and Mahatma Gandhi. The historic conversation took place at Sivagiri Mutt on 12 March 1925 during Mahatma Gandhi's visit and centred around Vaikom Satyagraha, religious conversions, non-violence, abolition of untouchability, attainment of salvation, and the uplift of the downtrodden, among others.
United News of India
24-06-2025
- Politics
- United News of India
Sree Narayana Guru is guiding light for nation-builders: PM Modi
New Delhi, June 24 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday marked the centenary of the historic conversation between Sree Narayana Guru and Mahatma Gandhi at a special celebration held at an event here. In his address, Modi underscored the historic significance of the 1925 meeting between the two legends, which he described as a pivotal moment that shaped the future of India's freedom movement. He stated, 'This meeting not only showed a new direction for our struggle for independence but also infused the movement with a deeper meaning, reinforcing the dream of an independent India,' and asserted that Sree Narayana Guru's teachings have a timeless relevance, particularly for those who are committed to the service of the nation and society. "India's speciality is that whenever our country gets entangled in the whirlpool of difficulties, some great personality is born in some corner of the country to show a new direction to society," the PM said, while adding that some of them work for the spiritual upliftment of society, while others accelerate social reforms in the social sphere. "The ideals of Sree Narayan Guru are a great treasure for all of humanity. Those who work with the resolve to serve the nation and society, Sree Narayan Guru is like a guiding light for them," he said. The PM also expressed his deep connection to the ideals of Sree Narayana Guru, particularly in relation to his work for the oppressed and marginalized communities. PM Modi noted, "Whenever I make decisions for the betterment of the exploited and poor, I always remember Guru Ji. A hundred years back, under British rule, people used to fear speaking against those deteriorated societal conditions. Sree Narayana Guru did not fear anything because he believed in harmony and equality; he believed in truth, service and cordiality. This very inspiration shows us a way of 'Sabka Sath, Sabka Vikas'; this very belief gives us the strength to make an India where the person standing at the last is our first priority," he added. Emphasising India's global leadership, Modi further noted the country's role in promoting initiatives like World Yoga Day and the One Sun, One World, One Grid project, which aims to create a sustainable energy future. "India is leading the way in global movements focused on environmental sustainability, health, and unity. In 2023, during India's leadership of the G-20, we embraced the theme 'One Earth, One Family, One Future,' reflecting our shared global responsibility,' the PM added.
