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The event 'Yoga with the Gurus', with the theme of Yoga for Climate Action' began with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's video message on Yoga Day, where he spoke about how yoga has connected the entire world in the present century.

UN General Assembly reverberates with 'Om' chants to mark International Yoga Day

The essence of yoga is balance, not only within us but also in our relationship with humanity, said Amina Mohammed.

21 Jun 2019 11:39 AM

Yoga is an integral part of life: President Kovind

The theme of 5th International Yoga Day 2019 is 'Climate Action'.

21 Jun 2019 11:09 AM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi performs yoga at Prabhat Tara ground in Ranchi on 5th International Day. (Photo: Twitter/ ANI)

‘Yoga above everything’: PM Modi at mega event in Ranchi; watch

Along with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, thousands of people participated in the event and performed various yoga asanas.

21 Jun 2019 9:00 AM

Preparation in full swing for the International Yoga Day at Rajpath in New Delhi on Thursday. (Photo: BIPLAB BANERJEE)

Yoga must for people living in metros, say experts

Widely known for its health benefits, yoga is practised in various forms around the world.

21 Jun 2019 3:52 AM

Having medical insurance for all is certainly a solution for people to afford treatments for lifestyle diseases, but there is a caveat. (Representational image)

Yoga can help Indians combat lifestyle diseases

Lifestyle diseases now prevail among people across gender, educational, economic and social strata and geographical differences.

21 Jun 2019 3:09 AM

Sitting Pawanmuktasana (Photo: Anand Ramaswamy)

Yoga on the go

On International Yoga Day, take note of these easy-to-do asanas to calm your body and mind.

21 Jun 2019 2:19 AM

The United Nations headquarters was lit up with postures of 'Surya Namaskar' and the message of 'Yoga for Climate Action' as India's Permanent Mission to the UN kick-started its celebrations for the 5th International Day of Yoga. (Photo: Twitter)

Yoga postures light up UN Headquarters ahead of Int'l Yoga Day

On a foggy and rainy evening on Wednesday, yoga postures were projected on the North Facade of the UN Headquarters Building.

20 Jun 2019 7:25 PM

The Centre along with state governments is organising various yoga programmes on June 21 across the country. (Photo: ANI)

Ranchi to welcome PM Modi for yoga day celebration on June 21

Around 30,000 people are expected to participate in the event, for which security has been beefed up across the city.

20 Jun 2019 6:43 PM

The concept of yoga day was formally proposed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in India during his first-year tenure. (Photo: ANI)

BSF personnel perform yoga on border in J&K

According to BSF personnel who perform Yoga on a daily basis, it is one of the major exercises to relax mind and body.

20 Jun 2019 4:34 PM

Keep the windows and doors open for a continuous stream of fresh air and sunlight while doing yoga. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Prep up for International Yoga Day 2019

This International Yoga Day, follow these do’s and don’ts for getting the maximum benefits from the asanas.

20 Jun 2019 1:12 PM

The step-by-step video on yoga meditation poses elaborates why meditation is important, how proper breathing techniques and yoga asanas help in improving concentration to meditate for longer duration. (Photo: Screengrab)

'Meditation integral part of Yoga': PM tweets 2 videos before International Yoga Day

The tweets garnered thousands of likes and has been retweeted more than 8000 times.

20 Jun 2019 1:04 PM

Views of leading exponents of yoga, as well as with academicians and students of yoga have also been captured.

Documentary on yoga captures its poetry and grace

The film has interviews with leading medical practitioners, who speak in objective and scientific terms about the positive benefits of yoga.

20 Jun 2019 3:02 AM

In the video, PM Modi’s animated version is seen teaching Surya Namaskar step-by-step, wearing olive green track pants and a tangerine t-shirt. (Photo: Screengrab)

'Have you made Surya Namaskar part of your routine?': PM shares new yoga video

The video is the latest in the series of the videos which PM Modi has been sharing ahead of International Yoga Day on June 21.

19 Jun 2019 10:28 AM

International Yoga Day celebrated In US

More than 1500 people participated in the celebrations organised by the Indian Embassy.

17 Jun 2019 2:30 PM

Donning a blue T-shirt and black track pants in the 3D video, Modi's animated version can be seen performing the posture while a voice-over outlines the benefits of the asana. (Photo: ANI)

Watch: Ahead of International Yoga Day, PM Modi posts another video

The members of the Assembly chose June 21 to mark the day as it is the longest day of the year.

17 Jun 2019 12:24 PM

Ramdev was to perform yogic kriyas at the event along with thousands of enthusiasts, including Bollywood celebrities, to mark the occasion which would have been the first of its kind to be held on the banks of the Ganga. (Photo: File)

Ramdev's International Yoga Day programme at banks of Ganga cancelled

However, other programmes scheduled to mark the occasion will be held at Patanjali Yogpeeth and its affiliated wings.

11 Jun 2019 6:57 PM

Last year also, the Prime Minister had shared several 3D videos explaining Pawanmuktasana, Setu Bandhasana, Shalabhasana, Ardha Chakrasana, Vajrasana, Vrikshasana, Bhujangasana among others. (Photo: ANI)

Watch: PM Modi urges citizens to make yoga an integral part of their lives

He also posted an animated video where he is demonstrating Trikonasana, also known as the triangle pose on the micro-blogging site.

05 Jun 2019 11:24 AM

The police recovered mobile phones and two SIM cards from the accused, who created a fake account of Balkrishna (in picture) on the social networking site and indulged in inappropriate conversations with the latter's followers. (Photo: ANI)

Youth held for impersonating Patanjali chief on Facebook

Patanjali spokesperson Tijarawala claimed that deliberate effort was being made to defame religious leaders, and called for stern action.

11 Aug 2018 7:30 PM

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath (Photo: PTI)

Yogi Adityanath directs govt to find alternative dump yard

On June 18, a resident group led by Union minister Mahesh Sharma had met Mr Adityanath and pressed their case.

23 Jun 2018 6:41 AM

“International Yoga Day was observed in Moulali today. In the districts also, it was observed in schools.

Mamata Banerjee, state ministers skip Yoga Day sessions

Event turns out to be a low-key affair in Bengal.

22 Jun 2018 7:18 AM

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