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June 21, 2025 9:41 AM

Yoga is for everyone, beyond age, backgrounds or boundaries: PM Modi in Visakhapatnam

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday took part in the 11th International Day of Yoga celebrations, where he hailed yoga as a gift "beyond age" that transcends all boundaries and unites humanity in "health and harmony." The event took place against the scenic backdrop of the Visakhapatnam coastline, with Indian Navy ships stationed near the shore, adding to the grandeur of the celebrations. The Prime Minister praised the efforts of the Andhra Pradesh government and extended his appreciation...

June 21, 2025 7:46 AM

Kurukshetra hosts record-breaking event with one lakh participants on International Yoga Day

The 11th International Day of Yoga began with powerful energy and unity as Kurukshetra in Haryana hosted a record-breaking yoga session, where one lakh people, including 40,000 schoolchildren, came together to perform yoga at the sacred Brahma Sarovar. The grand state-level event was led by Yoga Guru Swami Ramdev and attended by Haryana Chief Minister Naib Singh Saini, Governor Bandaru Dattatreya, MP Naveen Jindal, and several other dignitaries. Under the guidance of Swami Ramdev, participants...

June 21, 2025 6:52 AM

Yoga for One Earth, One Health: PM Modi to lead grand 11th International Day of Yoga celebrations from Visakhapatnam

The 11th International Day of Yoga (IDY) is set to be celebrated on a grand scale on Saturday, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi leading the national event in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. The theme for this year is "Yoga for One Earth, One Health," which echoes India’s vision of global wellness and reflects the integrated vision of well-being. It emphasises the interconnectedness of human and planetary health, drawing from the Indian ethos of "Sarve Santu Niramaya" (May all be free from dis...

June 20, 2025 12:33 PM

100 tourist destinations, 50 cultural sites to mark Yoga Day

The Ministry of Culture will celebrate the 11th International Day of Yoga (IDY) on June 21 by hosting yoga sessions at 100 iconic tourist destinations and 50 cultural sites across the country. The initiative is part of a broader effort to blend India’s rich cultural heritage with its ancient wellness traditions. These events will run in parallel with the main national celebration, which will take place in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lead the obse...

June 20, 2025 12:31 PM

Gujarat to mark Yoga Day with state-level event in PM Modi’s hometown Vadnagar

Gujarat will mark the 11th International Day of Yoga on June 21 with a state-level event in Vadnagar, the hometown of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The main celebration will take place at Sarmishta Lake, with Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, Health Minister Rishikesh Patel, and Minister of State for Sports Harsh Sanghavi expected to attend. Prime Minister will lead the national event from Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. More than 1.5 crore people are expected to participate across over 60,000 loc...

June 20, 2025 9:48 AM

Thousands of schoolchildren in Panipat take part in marathon ahead of IDY 2025

In the run-up to the 11th International Day of Yoga, thousands of schoolchildren from across Panipat participated in a marathon on Friday to promote awareness about the benefits of yoga. The event, flagged off by nodal officer Sneh Lata at Shivaji Stadium, was part of a district-level rehearsal for Saturday’s celebrations. “Tomorrow marks the 11th International Yoga Day, and Agriculture Minister Shyam Singh Rana will be present as the chief guest. Today’s marathon is more than just a phy...

June 20, 2025 9:55 AM

PM Modi to visit Bihar, Odisha, Andhra Pradesh for key development initiatives and Yoga Day celebrations

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a two-day visit to Bihar, Odisha, and Andhra Pradesh starting Friday. During his visit to Bihar and Odisha on Friday, the Prime Minister will inaugurate a series of major development projects aimed at boosting infrastructure and regional growth. On Saturday, he will travel to Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, where he will lead the International Yoga Day - Mass Yoga Demonstration. Sharing details of his upcoming engagements, PM Modi said on X: "Over th...

June 19, 2025 4:39 PM

Uttarakhand aims to be global yoga hub, says CM Dhami ahead of International Yoga Day

Ahead of the International Day of Yoga on June 21, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Thursday hailed the state as the land of yoga and sages, while highlighting the government’s efforts to promote yoga at the grassroots level. Joined by officers and staff, Dhami performed yoga at his residence and urged the people of Uttarakhand to incorporate the ancient practice into their daily lives. “Yoga is not just a physical exercise but a journey towards inner peace and self-realis...

June 19, 2025 2:47 PM

India gears up for IYD 2025 with theme: ‘Yoga for One Earth, One Health’

As India prepares to celebrate the 11th International Day of Yoga on June 21, the government is rolling out a wide range of events across the country under this year’s theme — "Yoga for One Earth, One Health." The main event, Yoga Sangam, will feature a synchronised mass yoga demonstration based on the Common Yoga Protocol (CYP) at over one lakh locations across India. The nationwide event is scheduled for June 21, from 6:30 AM to 7:45 AM. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lead the nationa...

June 15, 2025 4:36 PM

Visakhapatnam gears up for International Yoga Day 2025

As India prepares to celebrate the 11th International Day of Yoga (IDY) on June 21, Visakhapatnam — the national host city for this year’s celebrations — witnessed a high-level review and field inspection by senior officials from the Ministry of Ayush and the Andhra Pradesh government. The review was led by Ayush Secretary Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha and Andhra Pradesh Special Chief Secretary K. Vijayanand, along with key officials, including Joint Secretary Monalisa Dash and District Collector...