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Time of India
22-06-2025
- Lifestyle
- Time of India
International Yoga Day celebrated with great enthusiasm across state
1 2 3 4 Kolhapur: International Yoga Day was celebrated across the state on Saturday with great zeal through various activities and yoga demonstrations. Yoga poses such as Tadasana, Vrikshasana, Bhujangasana, Vajrasana, and Ardha Halasana were performed, along with pranayama and meditation. In Kolhapur city, yoga sessions took place at schools, colleges, the university, parks in the city, govt offices, the collector's office, Rankala lake, and other locations. A special Yoga Day event called 'Times of Yoga' was organised jointly by The Times of India and Shantiniketan School on the school campus on Saturday morning. Hundreds of school students participated in the yoga session, performing several yoga poses on the occasion. "Yoga is not just a routine but an integral part of a healthy lifestyle. All citizens, especially students, should practice yoga regularly," said district collector Amol Yedge. The collector spoke at the programme held at Mahasainik Darbar Hall, Kasba Bawda, in collaboration with the administration, the district sports council, the district sports officer's office, My Bharat, the Central Communications Bureau (Maharashtra-Goa), and Patanjali Yogpeeth. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Buy Brass Idols - Handmade Brass Statues for Home & Gifting Luxeartisanship Buy Now Undo On this occasion, the Common Yoga Protocol of the ministry of AYUSH and athletes from the district sports training centre presented yoga demonstrations. A 'Yoga-Sangam' programme was organised at Shivaji University on the occasion of the 11th International Yoga Day on Saturday. Rajya Sabha MP Dhananjay Mahadik, SUK Vice-Chancellor D T Shirke, and Pro Vice-Chancellor Pramod Patil attended the event along with hundreds of other yoga enthusiasts. "Yoga practice is essential for gaining positive energy, and in this regard, International Yoga Day, which started 11 years ago, is being celebrated with great enthusiasm in almost all countries. This is a matter of pride," said MP Dhananjay Mahadik. Meanwhile, Patanjali Yoga Samiti Kolhapur carried out Yog Sadhana activities at 250 different places in Kolhapur city and the district, including schools, colleges, and tehsil places. On behalf of BJP in Kolhapur, Shivaji Peth Dakshin Mandal, Patanjali Varg, and Khan Vihar Mitra Mandal, water yoga demonstrations were performed in the quarry adjacent to Rankala Lake on Saturday at 7.30 am. Kolhapur: International Yoga Day was celebrated across the state on Saturday with great zeal through various activities and yoga demonstrations. Yoga poses such as Tadasana, Vrikshasana, Bhujangasana, Vajrasana, and Ardha Halasana were performed, along with pranayama and meditation. In Kolhapur city, yoga sessions took place at schools, colleges, the university, parks in the city, govt offices, the collector's office, Rankala lake, and other locations. A special Yoga Day event called 'Times of Yoga' was organised jointly by The Times of India and Shantiniketan School on the school campus on Saturday morning. Hundreds of school students participated in the yoga session, performing several yoga poses on the occasion. "Yoga is not just a routine but an integral part of a healthy lifestyle. All citizens, especially students, should practice yoga regularly," said district collector Amol Yedge. The collector spoke at the programme held at Mahasainik Darbar Hall, Kasba Bawda, in collaboration with the administration, the district sports council, the district sports officer's office, My Bharat, the Central Communications Bureau (Maharashtra-Goa), and Patanjali Yogpeeth. On this occasion, the Common Yoga Protocol of the ministry of AYUSH and athletes from the district sports training centre presented yoga demonstrations. A 'Yoga-Sangam' programme was organised at Shivaji University on the occasion of the 11th International Yoga Day on Saturday. Rajya Sabha MP Dhananjay Mahadik, SUK Vice-Chancellor D T Shirke, and Pro Vice-Chancellor Pramod Patil attended the event along with hundreds of other yoga enthusiasts. "Yoga practice is essential for gaining positive energy, and in this regard, International Yoga Day, which started 11 years ago, is being celebrated with great enthusiasm in almost all countries. This is a matter of pride," said MP Dhananjay Mahadik. Meanwhile, Patanjali Yoga Samiti Kolhapur carried out Yog Sadhana activities at 250 different places in Kolhapur city and the district, including schools, colleges, and tehsil places. On behalf of BJP in Kolhapur, Shivaji Peth Dakshin Mandal, Patanjali Varg, and Khan Vihar Mitra Mandal, water yoga demonstrations were performed in the quarry adjacent to Rankala Lake on Saturday at 7.30 am.
Time of India
21-06-2025
- Lifestyle
- Time of India
Yoga manifests at ghats, parks, instt in city
1 2 3 4 Varanasi: Amidst light showers, several group sessions of yoga were held at ghats, parks and academic institutions in the city on International Yoga Day on Saturday. A programme was organised at Shri Kashi Vishwanath Dham in the presence of Suresh Khanna, UP finance and parliamentary affairs minister and district in charge. After virtual address by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, yoga session commenced. Khanna spoke about importance of yoga in life and recommended regular practice for good health. He praised the Prime Minister's efforts in establishing yoga on the global stage. Those who participated in the event included district panchayat president Poonam Maurya, former minister and MLA Neelkanth Tiwari, MLC Hansraj Vishwakarma, BJP city president Pradeep Agrahari, managing director of UP jal nigam (rural) Rajshekhar, district magistrate Satyendra Kumar, ADM City Alok Verma, along with administration officials, public representatives, NDRF personnel and a large number of people. At Shastrarth Mahavidyalaya in Dashashwamedh area, students showcased amazing yoga postures, while in the second session, students pursuing Shastri and Acharya degrees performed yoga and received awards. A yoga camp was organised at the 36 PAC Battalion in Ramnagar under the direction of Commandant Anil Kumar Pandey, who led the session and spoke about the importance of yoga and its use in daily life. The event was attended by assistant commandant Rajesh Kumar and all officers and employees of the battalion. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like nhà container: Xu hướng nhà ở hiện đại và bền vững 2025 Visionary Echo Tìm Ngay Undo Sampurnanand Sanskrit University held a grand event led by Vice-Chancellor Prof Bihari Lal Sharma. A joint event by Vishal Bharat Sansthan and the Muslim Mahila Foundation was held at Subhash Bhavan in Lamhi. Assistant professor Vishakha Rao from Woxsen University, Hyderabad, instructed Muslim women, social workers, and children. Indian Red Cross Society's office in Beniyabagh also conducted a collective yoga practice programme and participants were awarded certificates. Banaras Locomotive Works celebrated the day with enthusiasm and spiritual dedication under the theme of 'Yoga for One Earth, One Health' and the entire campus turned vibrant and yoga-centric, with scores of officers, employees, their families, Railway Protection Force, civil defence, St John Ambulance Brigade, Bharat Scouts & Guides and social groups coming together for a synchronised yoga session. BLW general manager Naresh Pal Singh inaugurated four life-size yoga sculptures at the Surya Sarovar premises depicting Vrikshasana, Trikonasana, Virabhadrasana and Ardha Chakrasana. At Indian Institute of Technology (Banaras Hindu University), director Prof Amit Patra, highlighted the importance of yoga and inspired everyone to practise it regularly. At Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay govt hospital, doctors, nursing officers, paramedical staff and other employees were led by chief medical superintendent Dr Brijesh Kumar and superintendent Dr Prem Prakash, who highlighted benefits of yoga. At the primary school of Gram Sabha Chandapur in the Arajiline block, a session was organised by My Bharat Youth Program of ministry of sports. The event was attended by district youth welfare officer Nitish Rai, former regional welfare officer Awadhesh Narayan Singh, gram pradhan Chandapur Rajendra Prasad Patel and others. A programme was organised by forest and wildlife department, Varanasi forest division, at the lawn in Sarnath Deer Park and Zoo. Ravi Kumar Singh, forest conservator/regional director, Varanasi Circle, along with other forest department officials and employees, attended the event. Members of the Ganga Task Force and their commanding officer were also present with their team. All regional forest officers, deputy regional forest officers, forest inspectors and forest guards participated in yoga practice. Several other institutions like Banaras Hindu University, India Tourism, Railways celebrated the occasion.
Time of India
21-06-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Bengaluru embraces wellness on 11th International Day of Yoga
1 2 Bengaluru: Deep breaths, folded hands, and mindful stretches marked Bengaluru's celebration of the 11th International Day of Yoga Saturday. Across multiple venues, the city embraced this year's theme — Yoga for One Earth, One Health — with enthusiasm and collective spirit. The Indian Air Force's headquarters training command (HQTC) observed the day by following the common yoga protocol (CYP) set by the ministry of Ayush. Air Marshal Tejinder Singh, air officer commanding-in-chief, Training Command, IAF, joined personnel and their families for the event. At Command Hospital Air Force, over 150 IAF members and their families also took part. Educational institutions across the city joined in the celebrations. The Taproot Group of Colleges marked the occasion across all its 15 campuses. At The Great Eastern PU College, certified yoga trainer Pradeep Urs led a special session demonstrating asanas such as Vrikshasana, Bhadrasana, and Bhramari. "Yoga connects individuals to the world around them. At Taproot, we value holistic well-being alongside academics," said Sridhar S, director of Taproot Group. At the Vidhana Soudha precincts, more than 5,000 people took part in the yoga event organised by the state govt. Dinesh Gundu Rao, minister for health and family welfare, said Yoga Mandiras would be established in district and taluk govt hospitals in the coming days to introduce yoga to more people in the state.
Hans India
21-06-2025
- Health
- Hans India
International Yoga Day : The transformative benefits of yoga
In the increasingly competitive and fast-paced world of education, students are under immense pressure—academic expectations, peer competition, digital distractions, and emotional stress can take a toll on both mental and physical health. Amidst this whirlwind, one ancient practice stands out as a powerful tool for balance and well-being: yoga. With its blend of physical postures, breathing techniques, and mindfulness, yoga offers a holistic approach to managing stress, improving focus, and enhancing overall performance in student life. 1. Stress reduction and mental clarity One of the most well-known benefits of yoga is its ability to reduce stress. For students juggling exams, assignments, and social pressures, yoga provides a healthy way to unwind. Deep breathing exercises (pranayama) and meditation calm the nervous system and lower cortisol levels—the hormone responsible for stress. Practicing yoga regularly helps students develop greater mental clarity, emotional stability, and resilience in the face of academic challenges. Even short yoga sessions can lead to noticeable improvements in mood and attention. A 15-minute breathing or stretching routine before study time can increase alertness and prepare the mind to absorb information more effectively. 2. Improved concentration and memory Yoga helps improve concentration and cognitive function through techniques that train the mind to focus on the present. Asanas (yoga poses) such as Tree Pose (Vrikshasana) or Eagle Pose (Garudasana) improve balance and focus, while breathing exercises enhance oxygen supply to the brain. This supports better memory retention and mental agility—both crucial for academic performance. Mindfulness practices within yoga teach students how to direct their attention, avoid distractions, and remain engaged in tasks for longer durations. Over time, this focus spills into classroom participation, test-taking, and homework completion. 3. Physical fitness and posture correction Sitting for long hours in classrooms or in front of screens often leads to poor posture, fatigue, and physical discomfort. Yoga strengthens core muscles, improves flexibility, and corrects postural imbalances. Poses like Cobra (Bhujangasana) and Child's Pose (Balasana) relieve tension in the back and neck, while improving circulation and energy levels. A physically healthy body contributes to a more energized and productive student. Regular movement also prevents common problems such as headaches, eye strain, and sedentary-related issues. 4. Better sleep and relaxation Sleep is essential for memory consolidation and cognitive performance. Many students suffer from irregular sleep patterns due to late-night study sessions, social media use, or anxiety. Yoga encourages better sleep by relaxing the mind and body before bedtime. Restorative poses and calming practices like Yoga Nidra and gentle stretching can improve sleep quality and duration, leading to better focus and mood the next day. When students sleep well, they wake up more refreshed, ready to absorb information and participate actively in their academic and social lives. 5. Emotional regulation and confidence The teenage and early adult years are filled with emotional ups and downs. Yoga helps students manage their emotions by promoting self-awareness and inner calm. Mindfulness meditation encourages observing one's thoughts and feelings without judgment, which helps in recognizing stress triggers and developing healthier responses. Over time, yoga builds emotional resilience and self-confidence. It instills a sense of self-control, purpose, and optimism—qualities that contribute not only to academic success but also to personal development. 6. Community and social connection Group yoga sessions create a sense of community and shared experience. Practicing yoga in schools or colleges fosters peer bonding and a supportive atmosphere. It encourages cooperation rather than competition and can be a platform for emotional support and collective well-being. In a time when many students feel isolated due to digital overuse or academic rivalry, yoga offers a non-judgmental, inclusive space to reconnect with others. 7. Easily accessible and cost-effective One of the most appealing aspects of yoga is its accessibility. It doesn't require expensive equipment or a gym membership. With just a mat and a quiet space, students can practice yoga anytime, anywhere. Online tutorials, school yoga sessions, and mobile apps make it easy to learn and incorporate into daily routines. For students navigating the many demands of modern education, yoga is more than just a physical activity—it's a life skill. It enhances academic performance, supports mental and emotional health, and fosters a deep sense of inner balance. Schools and colleges across the globe are increasingly recognizing the value of integrating yoga into their wellness programs. By adopting yoga early, students can equip themselves with tools for focus, calmness, and long-term well-being. In a world full of noise and pressure, yoga helps them find their center—and from that centered space, they can truly thrive.
India.com
20-06-2025
- Health
- India.com
International Yoga Day 2025: 10 Gentle Morning Yoga Poses For Kids To Improve Focus, Posture, And Emotional Wellness
photoDetails english 2918849 Updated:Jun 20, 2025, 12:45 PM IST 1 / 12 Introducing yoga to kids can be a delightful way to boost their flexibility, focus, and calmness. Morning yoga helps children start the day with positivity, energy, and a clear mind. Here are 10 simple and enjoyable yoga poses perfect for kids to practice every morning. Mountain Pose (Tadasana) 2 / 12 How to Do: Stand tall with feet together, hands by the sides. Take a deep breath, raise arms overhead, and stretch upward. Benefits: Improves posture, focus, and balance. Encourages deep breathing and body awareness. Tree Pose (Vrikshasana) 3 / 12 How to Do: Stand on one leg, place the other foot on the inner thigh or calf (avoid the knee), bring palms together in prayer position. Benefits: Enhances concentration, balance, and strengthens the legs. Cat-Cow Pose (Marjaryasana-Bitilasana) 4 / 12 How to Do: Get on hands and knees. Inhale, arch the back and look up (cow). Exhale, round the back and tuck the chin (cat). Repeat. Benefits: Stimulates the spine, improves flexibility, and helps with relaxation. Cobra Pose (Bhujangasana) 5 / 12 How to Do: Lie on your belly, place hands under shoulders, press into hands and lift the chest upward. Benefits: Strengthens the spine, opens the chest, and boosts energy levels. Butterfly Pose (Baddha Konasana) 6 / 12 How to Do: Sit down, bring the soles of the feet together, and flap the knees up and down like butterfly wings. Benefits: Improves hip flexibility and promotes calmness. Child's Pose (Balasana) 7 / 12 How to Do: Kneel on the floor, sit back on heels, stretch arms forward on the floor, and rest the forehead down. Benefits: Relieves stress, gently stretches the back, and offers a moment of stillness. Happy Baby Pose (Ananda Balasana) 8 / 12 How to Do: Lie on your back, bend the knees toward the chest, grab the outer edges of the feet, and gently rock side to side. Benefits: Stretches the lower back and hips, calms the mind, and makes kids giggle! Downward Dog (Adho Mukha Svanasana) 9 / 12 How to Do: Start on hands and knees, lift the hips to form an inverted "V" shape. Benefits: Strengthens arms and legs, stretches the whole body, and energizes the system. Candle Pose (Sarvangasana – simplified for kids) 10 / 12 How to Do: Lie on the back, lift the legs and hips upward with support from the hands. Beginners can just lift legs at a 90-degree angle. Benefits: Improves blood flow, boosts focus, and activates the core. Lion Pose (Simhasana) 11 / 12 How to Do: Sit on the knees, place hands on thighs, open the mouth wide, stick out the tongue, and roar like a lion! Benefits: Relieves tension, improves vocal clarity, and is super fun for kids. Tips for Parents 12 / 12 Keep sessions short (10–15 minutes) and light-hearted. Encourage creativity—let kids name or act out the poses. Play soft music or add a short breathing/meditation session at the end. Yoga is more than physical activity—it's a beautiful way for children to connect with their bodies and minds. These 10 easy poses are perfect for building a healthy morning routine, nurturing focus, and helping your child step into the day with joy and strength.
