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The Hindu
21-06-2025
- Health
- The Hindu
Karnataka Governor, Health Minister, enthusiasts participate in yoga demonstration in Bengaluru
Hundreds of yoga enthusiasts led by Karnataka Governor Thawarchand Gehlot and Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao participated in a mass yoga demonstration to mark the 11th International Yoga Day on June 21. The event, organised by the AYUSH Ministry on the theme 'Yoga for One Earth, One Health', was part of a nationwide 'Yoga Sangam' initiative. Organised by the Karnataka AYUSH Department in collaboration with yoga associations, civil society groups, and wellness organisations, the celebration in Bengaluru was one of the largest yoga gatherings in Karnataka. Inaugurating the event, the Governor emphasised the importance of yoga as a unifying force and a path to holistic health. He participated in various yoga asanas along with the Health Minister and other dignitaries, inspiring the public to inculcate a healthy lifestyle. Yoga at NIMHANS The Department of Integrative Medicine at NIMHANS, organised yoga sessions dedicated to promoting mental well-being through yoga. This year's celebration featured a unique initiative titled 'Yoga Samavesha – A Yoga-based Mental Health Initiative for Older Adults', supported by the Central Council for Research in Yoga and Naturopathy (CCRYN), Union Ministry of AYUSH. Aimed at bringing attention to the mental health needs of senior citizens and older adults, particularly those residing in old age homes across Bengaluru, this programme witnessed participation by groups of senior citizens from across Bengaluru. The session was specially designed and tailored to support their mental health, emotional balance, and physical vitality, doctors said. Separate mass yoga sessions were organised for staff and students at Gymkhana ground, and for patients at Ashwini Hall in NIMHANS. Elsewhere in the city, Karnataka BJP president B.Y. Vijayendra led a yoga session with party workers at the office of the BJP.
New Indian Express
18-06-2025
- Health
- New Indian Express
Arrangements made by Karnataka for 5 lakh persons to perform yoga on June 21: Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao
BENGALURU: Arrangements are made by the state for 5 lakh persons for the International Day of Yoga celebrations held with the theme 'Yoga for One Earth, One Health' on June 21. Nearly 5,000 persons will take part in the state-level celebration that will be held in front of Vidhana Soudha grand steps, from 6 am to 8 am. Along with the yoga gurus, Karnataka Governor Thawarchand Gehlot and Chief Minister Siddaramaiah will take part in the yoga program, said Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao. Sharing details about the program here on Tuesday, Gundu Rao said 'Healthy life is possible through regular yoga practice. Union government has decided to celebrate Yoga Sangama in one lakh locations across the country, under which arrangements have been made to hold yoga programs at 10,000 locations across Karnataka." 'Yoga Sangama' program will be held in more than 300 AYUSH health centres at every village, zilla and district level, he said. He said steps are taken to declare cultural city Mysuru as the 'yoga district' of the state, under which atleast one person from each family knows yoga. Through the Yoga Dhanush program, 5 lakh people across the state have already been taught the yoga protocol. Steps have been taken to implement the yoga protocol in 5,000 schools. A program called Yoga Mahakumbha has been organised in Mysuru, the Minister said. Rao said that in the last week of June, a national symposium on the topic 'Role of Yoga in One World, One Health' will be held at University of Mysore, with national yoga experts taking part. He added that a yoga symposium will be held at NIMHANS in July first week. "Over the past three years, Akshar's International Yoga Day celebrations have drawn worldwide attention by setting multiple Guinness World Records through inclusive, community-based events open to people from all walks of life—students, professionals, defence personnel, foreign nationals, and more. We are set to make history once again with 12 new Guinness World Records, further amplifying yoga's global influence and reaffirming India's position as a global leader in this timeless discipline', according to a press release from Akshar. They said there will be wide spectrum of participants from 30 countries, personnel from the armed and police force, students, specially abled among others.
United News of India
12-06-2025
- Health
- United News of India
Gehlot to students: Say no to drugs, yes to yoga
Bengaluru, Jun 12 (UNI) Karnataka Governor Thawarchand Gehlot on Thursday made a clarion call to the youth of India to stay away from drugs and embrace yoga and physical activity, stating that their resolve and discipline will determine the country's future and its path to becoming a developed nation. 'Young people are the foundation of this country. If they take a pledge to stay away from drugs and adopt yoga and physical activity in daily life, India's future will be bright, and we will move closer to becoming a developed nation,' Gehlot said, addressing students and dignitaries at an event organised under the 'Yuva Shuddhib Abhiyan' initiative. The Governor was speaking at a joint programme spearheaded by the Ministry of AYUSH, Narcotics Control Bureau, HSS University, Vasya University, Indian Nurses Association and Addiction, Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bhartiya Narsingh Allied Sangh and Disha Board Foundation. The campaign aims to promote a drug-free lifestyle through the integrated approach of yoga, awareness and rehabilitation. Congratulating all participating organisations, Gehlot lauded the campaign's alignment with two key international observances — International Yoga Day on June 21 with the theme 'Yoga for One Earth, One Health', and the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking on June 26. 'In today's technology-driven and materialistic age, mental stress, unhealthy lifestyles and rising addiction are major concerns. At such a time, the concept of 'One Earth, One Health' assumes special importance,' he said, adding that it reflects the interconnectedness of humans, animals, plants and the environment. The Governor underlined the deep connection between yoga and de-addiction, calling them twin pillars that strengthen both individual and societal well-being. He said yoga not only improves physical and mental health but fosters self-control, which is essential to overcoming addictive behaviours. 'Yoga leads to a peaceful mind, reduces stress and brings joy to life. In contrast, substance abuse weakens both the body and the mind, harms family bonds, and disturbs the social fabric,' he said. Gehlot also highlighted the role of spiritual counselling and Rajyoga as effective tools in de-addiction efforts, noting that many de-addiction centres have adopted yoga and spirituality as part of their core treatment. Sharing his own experiences as former Union Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment, Gehlot said he had personally visited de-addiction centres and witnessed their work. 'Many drug peddlers stand outside schools and colleges and try to trap students by giving drugs for free. Once addicted, they begin charging money and exploit them,' he warned. The Governor stressed that youth vigilance and family involvement were both crucial. 'I urge families to talk to children from an early age and make them aware of the dangers of drugs. Addiction destroys health, breaks families, and ruins lives,' he said. Praising initiatives such as the MANAS State Helpline and new de-addiction centres, Gehlot said these reflected the government's commitment not just to law enforcement but also to treatment, counselling, and rehabilitation. 'Our ancient scriptures speak of the importance of yoga. Born on the sacred land of India, yoga is now uniting the world and promoting the spirit of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam — the world is one family,' he said. Calling yoga a blessing for humanity, Gehlot urged all citizens to adopt it in their daily lives and encourage others to do the same. 'I have personally experienced the positive impact of yoga and pranayama,' he added. Appreciating the scientific work being done to validate the effects of yoga, he expressed satisfaction that many programmes were being launched under the theme and that outstanding contributors were being honoured for their work. Concluding his speech, the Governor appealed to all present to 'join hands for the cause of One Earth, One Health' and work collectively to build a healthier, drug-free society. 'Let yoga be the path to a new India. Let youth lead this transformation,' he said. UNI BDN SSP
Mint
08-06-2025
- Business
- Mint
Mint Explainer: Will Karnataka's new ‘welfare' mandate mess up the gig economy?
The Karnataka Platform-Based Gig Workers (Social Security and Welfare) Ordinance, 2025, which Governor Thawarchand Gehlot approved on 27 May, marks a major regulatory shift. It mandates that digital platforms—from food-delivery apps to ride-hailing platforms—contribute between 1% and 5% of each transaction to a state-run welfare fund. This is aimed at improving protections for gig workers across the board. But what will this additional cost mean for platforms, gig workers, and consumers, and will it hamper the state's gig economy? Mint explains. Will platforms pass on the cost to consumers? Legal and policy experts said the cost was likely to be passed on to consumers. Platforms already charge users various fees over and above the cost of the service, including service fees, platform fees and delivery charges. This welfare fee could be included as a separate line item or as a general price hike, depending on what's more palatable to customers. 'In India, the burden of regulatory costs is almost always passed on to consumers, even when the intended impact is minimal. Unfortunately, the state has not taken any responsibility on its own shoulders, unlike the EU," said Ajai Garg, head of digital tech & law, Anand & Anand, and senior advisor at Koan Advisory. Also read: Indian gig workers who offer mobility services deserve GST relief However, platforms also need to remain competitive. Significant price hikes may provoke a consumer backlash, especially given the myriad fees already layered in to the final price. 'If the entire welfare cost is passed on to the end consumer through significant price hikes, it could trigger adverse reactions. Ultimately, consumers will likely feel the pinch immediately, which may impact their willingness to continue using the service, resulting in disruptions to the overall customer base and market sentiment," said Anshul Prakash, partner, Khaitan and Co. None of the major gig platforms—Uber, Ola, Rapido, Swiggy, Zomato and Zepto—responded to Mint's queries. What happens to platforms that use a software-as-a-service (SaaS) or zero-commission model? Not all platforms have the same revenue structure. Those that don't charge commissions, and instead use SaaS models in which gig workers pay a subscription fee, may look to raise those fees instead. Platforms that do collect commissions on every transaction could increase those slightly. 'Platforms will likely adjust their commission or subscription models, depending on their operating structure," said Garg. Could platforms absorb the cost themselves? In theory, platforms could absorb the additional cost, but experts said that was unlikely. 'Aggregator platforms need to focus on margin retention. That means any cost tied to each transaction is likely to be passed on through small price increases," Prakash said. This puts platforms in a tough spot. Many have already seen growth slowing in mature sectors such as food delivery, and now rely on high-growth verticals such as quick commerce to offset losses. Any dip in margins may affect their long-term viability. Also read: Is quick commerce eating into the food delivery market? 'This is going to be a tough balancing act, especially given that most of the growth in recent times has been limited to one or two kinds of platform work (quick commerce, for instance), while the older ones (such as food delivery) have not seen exponential growth," said Sowmya Kumar, partner, Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas. What about worker contributions and compliance? The ordinance says gig workers must also contribute to the welfare fund, but offers no clarity on how or how much. This ambiguity makes implementation harder and opens the door to disputes. 'The ordinance specifies a 1-5% of welfare fee but doesn't explain how the actual percentage of contribution by aggregators will be determined. The structure of worker contributions remains unclear," said Prakash Gupta, lead, Centre for Inclusive Mobility at OMI Foundation, a policy research think tank in Delhi. Also read | Tip us first: Why new Uber push faces government ire Platforms will also have to invest in registration systems, fee payment tracking, and potentially algorithmic transparency mechanisms, especially if the rules mandate disclosure of how gig workers are assigned jobs or rated. With draft rules expected in the next two weeks, Karnataka, which has more than 800,000 gig workers, could soon set a precedent for other Indian states, provided it doesn't disrupt its own gig economy in the process.
The Hindu
05-06-2025
- Sport
- The Hindu
Karnataka govt accords ‘royal felicitation' to RCB for IPL 2025 victory
The government of Karnataka accorded a 'royal felicitation' to newly-crowned Indian Premier League (IPL) champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on the grand steps of the iconic Vidhana Soudha, the State secretariat, in Bengaluru on June 4. Governor Thawarchand Gehlot, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, Deputy CM D. K. Shivakumar honoured the Rajat Patidar-led squad with traditional Mysore peta (turban), garland and a shawl. Thousands of frenzied fans dressed in RCB jerseys waved red flags and gave a grand welcome to the new IPL champions. The team arrived at the State secretariat an hour behind the schedule. Captain Rajat Patidar was the first player to get down from the bus, holding the trophy. The trophy was kept in front of the stage for public viewing. On the way to the Vidhana Soudha, fans had gathered on both sides of Race Course Road. They were dancing and cheering the team, shouting 'RCB ... RCB...' Fans, who had come from all over the city, waited patiently for several hours outside the Vidhana Soudha to see their heroes and shouted the slogan 'Ee sala cup namdu' (this year the cup is ours). Mr. Siddaramaiah congratulated the RCB team for winning its maiden IPL title after a 17-year wait. 'I congratulate all the RCB team members, I also congratulate their fans. The whole country and the State is proud of them, RCB has never won the IPL. This is the eighteenth season, and they have won, and it has made me immensely happy,' Mr. Siddaramaiah said. Home Minister G. Parameshwara, who oversaw the arrangements at the Secretariat, ensured tight security at the venue. Earlier in the afternoon, the RCB team arrived in Bengaluru by a special flight. On landing at HAL airport, they were welcomed by Mr. Shivakumar. The team's most popular player, Virat Kohli, was welcomed with a Kannada flag at the airport.
