Prime Minister Modi wishes countrymen as nation celebrates Guru Purnima

July 10, 2025 8:58 AM

Prime Minister Modi wishes countrymen as nation celebrates Guru Purnima

Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended heartfelt greetings on Thursday on the occasion of Guru Purnima, a festival dedicated to expressing reverence for spiritual and academic mentors. The day, deeply rooted in Indian tradition, honours the pivotal role played by gurus in guiding individuals from ignorance to enlightenment. Taking to X, PM Modi wrote, "Best wishes to everyone on the special occasion of Guru Purnima." Union Home Minister Amit Shah also greeted citizens on the auspicious day, high...

Yoga: India’s timeless gift of peace and holistic well-being to a badly divided world

June 18, 2025 3:13 PM

Yoga: India’s timeless gift of peace and holistic well-being to a badly divided world

‘Yoga’ is now widely considered as one of India’s most profound gifts to the world. This enlightening practice embodies a timeless Indian tradition of physical, psychological and spiritual well-being. Embedded in ancient Indian philosophy, now majority of the people globally accept that it is much more than just physical postures- termed as ‘asanas’ in great Hindu religious traditions and scriptures. This holistic practice integrates breath control, meditation and a moral principle fo...