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Hans India
12-06-2025
- General
- Hans India
World record created with yoga on boats
Vijayawada: Water Crafts-Floating Yoga conducted by the NTR district administration near Berm Park in Krishna River on Wednesday morning evoked good response as more than 2,000 yoga lovers enthusiastically participated in the Yogandhra campaign and practiced Yoga. The World Record Union (WRU) announced that a new world record was created in Vijayawada on Wednesday by performing Yoga on boats. As part of Yogandhra, the event was organised in the pleasant morning on Krishna waters involving more than 200 boats. IAS officers, students, yoga teachers, fishermen, and a large number of Yoga lovers enthusiastically performed yoga on the boats, fishing boats, Jet Ski boats, sand boats and others. Vijayawada MP Kesineni Sivanath inaugurated the event. Special chief secretary of the department of tourism and culture Ajay Jain, Principal secretary Mukesh Kumar Meena, NTR district collector G Lakshmisa, Joint collector S Ilakkia, VMC commissioner HM Dhyana Chandra and others participated. MP Sivanath said a new world record was created in Vijayawada by performing Water Crafts-Floating Yoga on Krishna river. World Record Union (WRU) judge Sharif Hanif visited the Berm Park and was delighted to see more than 2000 people participating in the yoga on boats. He announced that a world record was created by performing yoga on boats by more than 2000 persons. He congratulated the NTR district administration for conducting the mega event and stated that the people of Vijayawada gave a big message to the world on Yoga and its importance for health and fitness. MP Sivanath congratulated the organisers and the people of Vijayawada. Staff from the department of fisheries, panchayat raj, Vijayawada Municipal Corporation, boating clubs, swimmers' associations made collective efforts for the success of the event.
Yahoo
06-06-2025
- Yahoo
Why you should plan a solo trip to the Maldives—the honeymoon capital of the world
After two overnight flights and a brief stop in Istanbul, I found myself island-hopping alone through the Maldives on a tiny seaplane surrounded by couples. I was the last stop: Velaa Private Island—a palm-studded speck of sand in the middle of the impossibly blue Indian Ocean. There are certain destinations that seem made for couples. Paris is one that lives large in our imaginations, conjuring images of strolling hand in hand along the Seine. The Maldives is another, with white sand beaches, luxury resorts, and overwater bungalows that are almost synonymous with the word 'honeymoon." I always thought the Maldives was one of those places you needed to save for a special occasion. If not a honeymoon, then an anniversary, a big birthday, or a romantic milestone of some kind. And while the lavish private island resorts are popular with newlyweds, the Maldives is a surprisingly enriching destination for solo travelers. (6 ways to experience the Paris of the Roaring '20s) The thing everybody knows about the Maldives is the over-water bungalows. They are just as spectacular as they look in photos. My villa had a wall of windows that opened onto a private deck with an infinity pool overlooking the ocean. Just the sea stretching into the horizon. One of the underrated joys of traveling alone is doing exactly what you want, whenever you want. Want to take a bubble bath in the middle of the day? Go for it. I spent hours in the enormous round bath with the windows open, overlooking the pool that overlooked the ocean. I could have happily spent my entire trip confined to my bungalow, swimming and lounging and ordering room service. But paradise has a way of luring you outside. Sometimes, doing whatever you want means doing nothing at all. I am absolutely one of those people who can sit and 'do nothing' on vacation for a week, provided I have a comfortable lounge chair and a good book—or seven. I did not expect my days on a tiny tropical island to be filled with adventure, but I decided to try a Jet Ski trip. The scenery was picturesque, with dolphins and rainbows and water so blue it looked digitally enhanced. I could snorkel straight off my deck and spot clouds of iridescent fish flitting beneath the surface. If I had the time, I could have gotten scuba certified, tried kite surfing, hydrofoiling, seabobbing, or even gone surfing. You don't have to be an adrenaline junkie to enjoy the Maldives—but if you are, you won't be bored. Marine life is a highlight of a trip to the Maldives, and many of the more eco-conscious resorts have strong conservation programs. Remote Lands can set up a custom itinerary that includes sea turtle rehabilitation and manta ray research with a marine biologist. There are plenty of ways to feel like an explorer, not just a guest. (How to get active in the Maldives, from surfing to diving) Escaping to the ends of the Earth to outrun your anxiety is a cliché—but clichés exist for a reason. A week filled with massages, ocean swims, and perfectly grilled fish can work wonders on the nervous system. Especially when there's no one else's schedule to navigate but your own. One of the most unexpected highlights of the trip was a consultation with an Ayurvedic doctor visiting from India. Our conversation was surprisingly profound; we talked about my energy, my sleep, my digestion, and the cycles of stress I'd been stuck in. He offered insights into how those things were showing up in my body and gave me small but thoughtful recommendations for rebalancing. It felt like therapy for the soul, with a side of herbal tea. What makes the Maldives so popular with honeymooners—privacy, beauty, and indulgence—also makes it a fantastic solo destination. But you don't have to come alone if you don't want to. Companies like Intrepid, G Adventures, and Explore Worldwide all offer small group tours to the Maldives. These trips combine a built-in social group with enough free time to explore on your own. There's this strange pressure we put on ourselves to wait for certain life milestones to do the things we really want. People say they're 'saving' the Maldives for some arbitrary future date, but you don't need an excuse to treat yourself to your dream trip. What I found in the Maldives wasn't just luxury or natural beauty—though there was no shortage of either. It was something deeper, a quiet reminder that you don't need someone else to make a trip memorable. You can do that all on your own. Getting TherePart of the appeal of the Maldives is how far away it is. By the time I landed, I didn't even know what time zone I was in. Many travelers connect through Dubai, but Turkish Airlines offers a comfortable alternative with options for stopovers in to StayVelaa offers multiple dining venues, two spas, and the largest wine cellar on the island, curated by a Maldivian-born Sea View, a guesthouse on Fulidhoo island, offers a laid-back alternative. Born in London and raised in Warsaw, Poland and Ketchum, Idaho, Teddy Minford has spent her life traveling. Focusing on hotels, food, adventure, and art, her writing has taken her all over the world, from treehouse hotels in Sri Lanka to remote wineries in Argentina. She lives in New York City.
Hans India
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
3-day Masula Beach Festival from June 6
Machilipatnam: Minister for Mines, Geology, and Excise Kollu Ravindra on Monday unveiled ambitious plans for the Masula Beach Fest 2025, slated to transform the picturesque Machilipatnam Beach into a hub of innovation and opportunity. Speaking at a press conference at the Zilla Parishad Convention Hall alongside Collector DK Balaji and SP Gangadhar, Minister Ravindra urged people from all over the State to participate and make the festival a grand success. Minister Ravindra emphasised that the Masula Beach Fest 2025, scheduled for June 6 to 8, aims at significantly boosting tourism in Andhra Pradesh. He proclaimed that the event is set to become South India's largest festival of its kind. 'This is our village, our festival,' Minister Ravindra declared, urging widespread participation. He highlighted a diverse array of activities planned, including amusement, entertainment and adventure sports. Notably, the festival will feature Andhra Pradesh's inaugural sea kayaking event, alongside beach kabaddi, beach volleyball, and an array of thrilling activities such as Heli rides, paragliding, speed boat races, Jet Ski rides and bungee jumping. Over 2,000 national-level athletes are expected to compete in these events. The festival will kick off on June 6 at 9 am with the unveiling of the 'Gateway of Amaravati' by athletes, marked by the hoisting of a 100-foot national flag. From the evening of June 6, attendees can look forward to a vibrant array of cultural programmes featuring renowned Telugu film artistes. Beyond sports and entertainment, the Masula Beach Fest will be a celebration of Telugu culture and cuisine. Over 100 stalls will showcase the rich flavours, traditions and customs of the Telugu people, with seven dedicated food courts offering a diverse culinary experience. Minister Ravindra underscored that the festival is not merely a tourism event but a strategic initiative to create new opportunities and foster innovation. He also highlighted the rigorous preparations by officials, confirming that every event will be live-streamed. Marine authorities will be on hand to ensure the safety of those wishing to take a sea bath. The Minister concluded by reiterating the festival's potential to generate improved employment and livelihood opportunities through tourism development, urging everyone to attend and contribute to its success.
Hypebeast
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hypebeast
Rich Brain x Ski Mask The Slump God Share "Jumpy"
Summary Landing ahead ofRich Brian's return to the North American stage next week – where he'll headline Los Angeles'Head In The Cloudsfestival in LA – the musician has dropped off the third single from his now August-due projectWHERE IS MY HEAD? The newest glimpse of the project is entitled 'Jumpy' and featuresSki Mask The Slump God. A long-awaited collaboration from the friends, 'Jumpy' signals the first in-studio collab from Brian and Ski. The 88rising artist kicks it off with the chorus and first verse, before handing it off to the Florida rapper for verse number two. Initially slated to drop in full today,WHERE IS MY HEAD?is now scheduled for release on August 15. Other revealed singles so far include the solo deliveries: 'Butterfly' and 'Little Ray of Light.' 'Jumpy' also comes with a trippy music video, opening with Brian delivering the lyrics with three big cameras held over him. 'i love rap. i love u Ski,' Rich Brian wrote on Instagram . Stream 'Jumpy' – out everywhere now.
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
I sent a letter to a deployed soldier to thank him for his service. We are now celebrating our 29th wedding anniversary.
In my early 20s, I saw a story about sending a letter to deployed soldiers. I hadn't made many friends after college, so I wrote one and sent it with cookies. In 1995, I married one of the soldiers with whom I had become a pen pal. In 1990, I was in my early 20s, living in my first apartment and in my first post-college job. Still, I wasn't like other women my age. I had been diagnosed with osteoarthritis and was facing hip replacement surgery. Dating and love weren't on my radar. One evening, I saw a media story encouraging Americans to send letters to "Any Soldier" to support deployed troops. I wrote a patriotic letter, thanking whoever received it for their service, and put it in a shoebox with homemade cookies. Duty done. I wasn't expecting to meet my husband like that. A few weeks later, I received a letter, not from a US Marine Corps tank crew thanking me for the package and telling me a little about themselves. One of them mentioned that "Sgt. Ski" (the quiet one) read my letter on Good Morning America. As the holidays approached, I sent Christmas cards to each of the four-person crew. I began receiving letters from each of them, including Sgt. Bill Mioduszewski. The crew and I exchanged group letters and audiotapes. They even painted my name on the side of their tank. While quiet in real life, Bill was a marathon letter writer, sharing about his favorite bands, hometown, family, the cookies his grandma sent, and why he joined the Marines. He asked me about my life and the concerts he assumed I was attending back home. Though Bill and I were strangers, we developed an easy, unguarded bond through our correspondence. Still, I didn't share my health issue with him; to be honest, I didn't think we'd ever meet. He asked for my phone number, but I didn't think he'd ever call. But in April 1991, when he turned to the US, he did. We continued to write over the next two years and talk on the phone occasionally. I was chatty and flirty, and he was quiet and amused. As time passed, Bill talked more frequently about meeting. I made excuses. I was afraid that if we met, he would see I didn't look like I did in that flattering picture I had sent the crew in 1990; I had gained 50 lbs. from medications for my health condition. He pushed me to set a date to meet in 1992. I told him I was having surgery and needed to take time off for that. He sent me flowers and a sweet get-well card. I had put him off again. In 1993, Bill was transferred from the West Coast to the East, now only a nine-hour drive away. I had no more excuses. I wrote to him and told him why I was afraid to meet. When I didn't hear back immediately, I assumed the worst. Two weeks later, I got his reply: "I don't care if I come there, you come here, or we meet halfway — we are going to meet." So we set a date, Labor Day weekend in 1993. As soon as we saw each other, he went for a long embrace. It didn't feel like we were strangers then. That night, we went out with a friend and her husband. We went back to their house to watch a late-night TV show, and Bill and I laughed at the same stupid jokes. I took him to a few Florida touristy spots and tried to impress him with my culinary skills. Three days after we met, he shyly kissed me. We were falling in love, not in the usual way, but as friends who knew each other pretty well before we "technically" met. Two months later, he quietly told me he loved me, and I told him I loved him, too. In November 1995, we got married. Since then, we have lived all over and gone through life's lows and highs, including illness, deployments, infertility and miscarriages, buying our first home, welcoming our only child, and career changes, including his retirement from the Marines. In September 2001, when I was seven months pregnant with our son, Bill went to California for desert training. He unexpectedly ran into his former lieutenant, the one who made him read my "Any Soldier" letter on TV. Bill said, "Remember our pen pal, Vikki? I married her and she's having our son." The then-USMC major responded with a look of surprise followed by an "Ooh ra! Hope he's born on the Marine Corps birthday." I missed the 226th by a couple of days. This year, Sgt. Ski and I will celebrate our 29th anniversary. What began as a dutiful letter and melted cookies in a shoebox addressed to "Any Soldier" landed exactly where they were meant to, if you believe in fate — and we do. Read the original article on Business Insider
