International Yoga Day

Assam marked the International Yoga Day with sessions across the state, with the governor and the chief minister participating at different sessions, ...

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The International Yoga Day celebrations at Galolhu stadium in Male were organised by the Government of Maldives in collaboration with the Indian Cultural ...

Maldiveswas disrupted here on Tuesday by a mob. Unruly mob disrupts International Yoga Day event in Maldives; President says investigation launched Unruly mob disrupts International Yoga Day event in Maldives; President says investigation launched

Police in the Maldives used tear gas and pepper spray to control a crowd of people who disrupted a yoga event organised by the Indian High Commission, ...

Police responded with anti-riot measures and later used pepper spray and tear gas to control the crowd and secure the area, Superintendent of Police Fathmath Nashwa told Reuters. The crowd stormed a stadium where more than 150 people, including diplomats and government officers, were taking part in an event celebrating International Day of Yoga, attacking participants and vandalising the property, one of the organisers, who did not want to be named because he was not authorised to speak with the media, told Reuters. Police in the Maldives used tear gas and pepper spray to control a crowd of people who disrupted a yoga event organised by the Indian High Commission, or embassy, in the capital Male on Tuesday morning, an organiser said.

A Yoga seeker performs on the occasion of the International Yoga Day, standing on the archeo-astronomical site, the megalithic observatory "Kokino" in the ...

N. Karunakaran, yoga coach, of Sports Authority of India demonstrated basic asanas, including surya namaskar, mahamudra, pranayama breathing exercises etc.

Meditation is a way to connect our inner self to be more aware of our intentions than surroundings,” he added. “Performing yoga keeps one active and sharpens memory power. “Practising yoga relaxes one’s mind and body. Over 30 staff of Madurai Corporation from various departments took part in the meditation session led by R. Harikrishnan, programme coordinator of the Heartfulness Institute, a part of Sahaj Marg Spiritual Foundation of Shri Ram Chandra Mission at its premises. Over 400 cadets coming under 7 TN Battalion National Cadet Corps (NCC), Madurai from schools and colleges across the district participated in the yoga session held at American College. Subedar. M. Ramajeyam, associate NCC officers (ANOs) and Permanent Instructor Staff jointly organised the event. District Sports Officer N. Lenin and Madurai Division Regional Senior Manager, Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu, Beulah Jen Susheela inaugurated the event.

Yoga can help increase life expectancy significantly. Along with your lifestyle and what you eat, your workout routine has an important role to play. In this ...

Always consult a specialist or your own doctor for more information. We do encourage you to also be mindful of what you eat and your lifestyle if you wish to increase your life expectancy. It is in no way a substitute for a qualified medical opinion.

The country's police force soon arrived and tackled the mob, allowing the event to resume, Male-based officials said. Maldivian President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih ...

“As of now, the evidence indicates that the demonstrators were using items taken from the office of the Progressive Party of the Maldives (PPM),” the police said in a statement. The Maldives was among the 177 countries that co-sponsored a resolution at the United Nations in 2014, declaring June 21 as the ‘International Day of Yoga’. Maldivian President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih termed it a matter of “serious concern”. Soon after the incident, he said in a tweet: “An investigation has been launched by @PoliceMv into the incident that happened this morning at Galolhu stadium.

An International Yoga Day celebration turned violent in Maldives after an angry mob entered national football stadium & attacked Indians.

In a tweet, President of the Republic of Maldives Ibrahim Mohamed Solih said, “An investigation has been launched by @PoliceMv into the incident that happened this morning at Galolhu stadium. Maldives President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih said an enquiry into the incident was ordered. As soon as they started to attack, many people who were on their yoga mats immediately ran away from the mob.

Strap: The demonstrators, who were holding banners, posters, and shouting slogans, demanded that the Yoga Day celebrations be cancelled and the stadium be ...

On December 11, 2014, the United Nations unanimously proclaimed the day as International Day of Yoga, with 177 nations, including the Maldives, co-sponsoring the resolution. The Serious and Organized Crime Department of the Crime Investigation Command will investigate the occurrence with the utmost urgency, according to the police department, which also stated that all necessary steps would be taken by the department to safeguard the safety of the whole community. The Government of Maldives also expressed its strong condemnation of the incident.

International Day of Yoga 2022 saw many new initiatives, including the 'Guardian Ring' program, a collaborative exercise between 75 countries and the United ...

This is the Guardian Ring of Yoga. These practices of yoga are giving wonderful inspiration for health, balance and cooperation,” he said. That's why, he said, the theme of this year's International Day of Yoga is "Yoga for Humanity". Yoga brings peace to our nations and the world.

Dirga Pranayama. 3. Child pose. Child pose also known as Balasana is ideal for women in their 30's. This yoga asana promotes better blood circulation and also ...

Always consult a specialist or your own doctor for more information. Yoga has been proven very helpful in this area which makes it an ideal addition to your routine. It is in no way a substitute for a qualified medical opinion. Menstrual problems are very common in women in their 30's which makes it an ideal addition to their routine. Cat-cow is also known as Bitilasana Marjaryasana is very helpful in improving menstrual cycles. In this article, we discuss how can yoga poses help women in their 30's.

Governor joins a thousand youth from universities, schools and institutions in the demonstration of various asanas.

B.Arumugam, Director Postal Services, Tamil Nadu Circle and K.Somasundaram, Director Postal Services, Chennai City Region participated in the event. Governor R. N. Ravi celebrated International Yoga Day at Raj Bhavan. He joined a thousand youth from universities, schools and institutions in the demonstration of various asanas and meditation. Minister for Information Technology and Digital Services Mano Thangaraj displayed his yoga prowess by demonstrating the ‘Peacock Pose’ (Mayurasana) and posted a picture on social media. BJP Tamil Nadu State President K. Annamalai participated in the celebrations by performing yoga at Mahabalipuram. Mr. Annamalai tweeted: “Today in the historical site of Mahabalipuram…on the 8th edition of the International Yoga Day, along with Hon MOS Thiru A Narayanaswamy (Union Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment), brothers and sisters from various walks of life came together to practice and spread awareness of yoga.” The Department of Posts, Tamil Nadu circle, released a special cover in the city on Tuesday to commemorate the International Day of Yoga 2022. ‘Born to Win Research Foundation Trust’ conducted 15 days of yoga challenge as a countdown to the significant day between June 6 and 21 and celebrated the day with a yoga session in the morning hours at Hotel Crowne Plaza in Alwarpet. Co-operation, Food and Consumer Protection Department Secretary J. Radhakrishnan, founder and CEO of The Twilite Group Sumathi Srinivasan, founder and CEO of Space Kidz India Srimathy Kesan and founder and CEO of Arkay Production, Krithika Radhakrishnan, were among those who participated.

Maldives police have arrested six people after religious fundamentalists disrupted and chased away participants in a government event marking International ...

It said they are investigating the incident with “utmost urgency.” Religious extremism has been on the rise in the country, which has a population of about 500,000 people. “Perpetrators had sought to incite fear by forcefully entering, destroying property and attempting to assault participants of the event,” police said in a statement.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the second day of his visit to Karnataka, took part in a slew of activities in Mysuru. He led the mass Yoga day celebration and ...

He was invited by the ‘Rajmata’, Pramoda Devi Wadiyar, who was also present at the Yoga day celebrations. Do not type comments in all capital letters, or in all lower case letters, or using abbreviated text. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the second day of his visit to Karnataka, took part in a slew of activities in Mysuru. He led the mass Yoga day celebration and marked the end of his stay with a visit to the Wadiyars, the erstwhile rulers.

At Periyar University, National Service Scheme (NSS) and the department of Physical Education jointly organised a yoga session in which over 200 students ...

At Mahatma Gandhi stadium, Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu (SDAT) organised a yoga session. Regular yoga practice is very important for women in addressing their health issues and concentration in the case of men, Mr. Jagannathan said.. Vice Chancellor R. Jagannathan emphasised the need for yoga in leading a healthier lifestyle.

A group of protesters disrupted a event organised by the Indian high commission in the Maldives to celebrate International Day of Yoga.

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