Rly officials, Naval personnel attend yoga session
The yoga camp, jointly organised with the support of INS Viswakarma, included a variety of yoga asanas, pranayama and meditation techniques led by experienced yoga instructors.
Under the guidance of senior divisional commercial manager K Sandeep and senior DCM-II K Pawan Kumar, more than 100 officials from the railways and25 officials from the Eastern Naval Command participated in the session.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Time of India
2 hours ago
- Time of India
Navy, officials honour Kargil heroes in Visakhapatnam
1 2 3 4 Visakhapatnam: On the solemn occasion of 26th anniversary of Kargil Vijay Diwas (July 26), which marks the success of Indian armed forces in ousting Pakistan intruders from the mountains in Kargil, Eastern Naval Command (ENC) of the Indian Navy conducted a Wreath Laying ceremony on Saturday at Victory at Sea War Memorial, RK Beach, in Visakhapatnam. Vice Admiral B Sivakumar, director general Naval Project Vizag, senior dignitaries from sister services and civil administration and veterans laid wreaths in honour of Operation Vijay heroes. Wreaths were also placed by Vizag district collector M N Harendhira Prasad, Vizag city police chief Dr Shanka Brata Bagchi and a few other officers. In addition, Naval Station Bheemunipatnam commemorated Kargil Vijay Diwas with a blood donation camp at the station on Saturday in partnership with NTR Trust, Visakhapatnam. The event saw blood donation by more than 100 personnel from the Station. Kargil Vijay Diwas is commemorated on July 26 every year as a saga of gallantry and valour of a battle fought in the most inhospitable terrain in the World in the area of Kargil-Drass Sector of Ladakh. On this day the Indian Armed Force braving most difficult terrain, battling extreme weather conditions fought valiantly on the steep slopes of icy peaks with grit and valour thus defeating the evil designs of the enemy and throwing the intruders out from Indian Soil. The day commemorates our victory in Operation Vijay, which was a significant military victory over Pakistan during the Kargil War . Visakhapatnam: On the solemn occasion of 26th anniversary of Kargil Vijay Diwas (July 26), which marks the success of Indian armed forces in ousting Pakistan intruders from the mountains in Kargil, Eastern Naval Command (ENC) of the Indian Navy conducted a Wreath Laying ceremony on Saturday at Victory at Sea War Memorial, RK Beach, in Visakhapatnam. Vice Admiral B Sivakumar, director general Naval Project Vizag, senior dignitaries from sister services and civil administration and veterans laid wreaths in honour of Operation Vijay heroes. Wreaths were also placed by Vizag district collector M N Harendhira Prasad, Vizag city police chief Dr Shanka Brata Bagchi and a few other officers. In addition, Naval Station Bheemunipatnam commemorated Kargil Vijay Diwas with a blood donation camp at the station on Saturday in partnership with NTR Trust, Visakhapatnam. The event saw blood donation by more than 100 personnel from the Station. Kargil Vijay Diwas is commemorated on July 26 every year as a saga of gallantry and valour of a battle fought in the most inhospitable terrain in the World in the area of Kargil-Drass Sector of Ladakh. On this day the Indian Armed Force braving most difficult terrain, battling extreme weather conditions fought valiantly on the steep slopes of icy peaks with grit and valour thus defeating the evil designs of the enemy and throwing the intruders out from Indian Soil. The day commemorates our victory in Operation Vijay, which was a significant military victory over Pakistan during the Kargil War.
India Today
2 days ago
- India Today
Message to Pak? Navy Day to be celebrated in Arabian Sea this year
The Indian Navy has announced that Navy Day 2025 will be celebrated in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, with festivities centred on the Arabian Sea, a strategic maritime zone critical to India's security. The choice of venue underscores the Navy's operational focus in the region and aligns with post-Operation Sindoor initiatives, which showcased its readiness to launch swift and effective operations in the Arabian location was finalised after considerable deliberation, in line with the government's initiative to celebrate significant national events across different regions, according to Defence Ministry sources. Last year, the celebrations were held off the coast of Puri in the Bay of Navy was fully prepared and capable of striking select targets at sea and on land, including Karachi, when India launched Operation Sindoor against Pakistan in response to the Pahalgam terrorist attack. The Navy maintained continuous surveillance and maritime dominance, and its forward deployment compelled Pakistan to remain in a defensive posture, mostly confined to harbours or areas close to the coast. Following Operation Sindoor, the Navy has been focused on strengthening its fleet with more powerful warships and submarines, bolstered by a planned investment of Rs 4,000 to Rs 5,000 Day is observed annually on December 4 to commemorate 'Operation Trident', a key naval offensive during the 1971 Indo-Pakistan War. This operation showcased the Navy's capabilities as Indian naval missile boats inflicted substantial damage on Karachi harbour, establishing a pivotal moment in the conflict and reinforcing the Navy's role in national Navy Day celebrations encompass a series of engaging activities to demonstrate the Navy's capabilities. These include operational demonstrations with naval ships, submarines, and aircraft, offering thrilling displays of their advanced capabilities. Fly-pasts by naval aircraft, including fighter jets and helicopters, further highlight the Navy's precision and prowess. Such events not only entertain but also educate the public on the Navy's vital role in national event will also feature ship open days, providing the public, especially schoolchildren, with the opportunity to explore naval warships and gain insight into the life of naval personnel.- EndsMust Watch IN THIS STORY#Thiruvananthapuram
Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Hindustan Times
Krishna Swaminathan to head Western Naval Command
MUMBAI: Vice-admiral Krishna Swaminathan, currently vice-chief of naval staff, has been appointed the new chief of the Western Naval Command headquartered in Mumbai. Swaminathan will take over as flag officer commanding-in-chief (FOF-in-C) of the Western Naval Command from vice-admiral Sanjay Singh on July 31. Krishna Swaminathan to head Western Naval Command Swaminathan was appointed as vice-chief of naval staff on May 1, 2024. Earlier, he was chief of staff in Mumbai. Commissioned into the Indian Navy on July 1, 1987, Swaminathan is a specialist in communication and electronic warfare. A recipient of the Ati Vishisht Seva Medal and Vishisht Seva Medal, he has held several key operational positions and staff and training appointments during his career. These include the command of missile vessels INS Vidyut and INS Vinash, missile corvette INS Kulish, guided missile destroyer INS Mysore, and aircraft carrier INS Vikramaditya. Swaminathan was also flag officer offshore, Defence Advisory Group, and advisor, Offshore Security and Defence, to the Government of India.
