Category: India

New Delhi: On June 21, 2026, the National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG), representing the Ministry of Jal Shakti, beautifully bridged the gap between personal health and environmental vitality by hosting a special celebration for the 12th International Day of Yoga (IDY). While the flagship event filled New Delhi with energy, the spirit of the day rippled across the entire Ganga Basin, uniting thousands of people along India’s sacred lifelines. This year’s global theme, “Yoga for Healthy Ageing,” took center stage, spotlighting how yoga fosters lifelong physical, mental, and emotional…

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Delhi: The All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA), an autonomous institute under the Ministry of Ayush, observed the 12th International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2026 with a series of engaging programmes aimed at promoting holistic health, preventive care, and the integration of Yoga into everyday life. The main celebration took place at the AIIA campus in New Delhi and began with the ceremonial lighting of the lamp by Prof. (Vd.) P.K. Prajapati, Director, AIIA. The event saw the participation of distinguished guests including Prof. (Dr.) Manjusha Rajagopala, Dean, University of…

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Students, Officials and Citizens Come Together for Common Yoga Protocol session Jamnagar: As part of the 12th International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2026 celebrations, the Institute of Teaching and Research in Ayurveda (ITRA), Jamnagar, an Institute under the Ministry of Ayush, Government of India, organised a Yoga Sangam programme at Dhanvantari Ground today. More than 2,000 participants joined the Common Yoga Protocol (CYP) session, reflecting the growing public enthusiasm towards adopting yoga as a way of life. The event witnessed participation from students, faculty members, staff, CISF personnel, officials and…

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Lucknow/Prayagraj: Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya undertook an extensive visit to Prayagraj, engaging in a series of programmes dedicated to public welfare, sports promotion, and social interaction. During his visit, he met public representatives, eminent personalities from sports, social and academic fields, as well as members of the general public. The Deputy Chief Minister visited the residence of former councillor Jagmohan Gupta following the demise of his brother, where he met the bereaved family and expressed his condolences. He prayed for the peace of the departed soul…

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Lucknow: On the occasion of the 12th International Yoga Day, mass yoga sessions were organized across rural areas of Uttar Pradesh at Amrit Sarovar sites developed under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS). The programmes witnessed enthusiastic participation from departmental officials, employees, MGNREGA workers, and members of self-help groups, reflecting strong community engagement in promoting wellness and environmental awareness. The initiative was conducted under the directions of Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya, aimed at encouraging public participation in yoga activities at Amrit Sarovar locations across the…

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Lucknow/Ghazipur: The 12th International Yoga Day was celebrated with great enthusiasm and mass participation across Ghazipur district, where thousands of citizens, public representatives, administrative officials, police personnel, and employees from various departments gathered to perform yoga under the theme “Yoga for Healthy Ageing.” The main district-level programme was held at the Police Lines Parade Ground, Ghazipur, witnessing a disciplined and vibrant gathering that reflected strong public engagement. The event was graced by Uttar Pradesh Cabinet Minister for Panchayati Raj, Minority Welfare, Muslim Waqf and Hajj Affairs, and National President of…

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Lucknow: Marking the 12th International Yoga Day, Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel participated in a mass yoga session alongside women participants at Jan Bhavan in Lucknow, promoting the message of a healthy and balanced lifestyle. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from women, government officials, employees, and representatives of various institutions. A separate yoga session was also organized at the Jan Bhavan Adarsh Madhyamik Vidyalaya campus, where male officers and employees working at Jan Bhavan, along with representatives from different organizations, performed yoga exercises. The programme featured a live telecast of…

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International Yoga Day Celebrated Across 132,000 Government Schools and 746 Residential Girls’ Schools Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh witnessed one of the largest educational participation drives on the occasion of the 12th International Day of Yoga, as more than 14.2 million students from government-run schools and over 78,000 girls studying in Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalayas (KGBVs) took part in yoga sessions held across the state. The large-scale observance reflected the growing emphasis on wellness, fitness, and healthy living among schoolchildren. Yoga programmes were organized in approximately 132,000 council schools and 746 KGBVs,…

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Gonda: District Judge Durg Narayan Singh, District Magistrate Priyanka Niranjan, and Superintendent of Police Vineet Jaiswal conducted a joint inspection of the District Jail in Gonda on Saturday to review inmate welfare, healthcare facilities, and overall prison administration. The inspection was also attended by Ankita Singh, Secretary of the District Legal Services Authority, along with senior jail officials and administrative staff. During the visit, the officials interacted directly with inmates to assess the facilities being provided inside the prison and to understand any grievances or concerns they might have. They…

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Bareilly: The Faculty of Engineering and Technology (FET) at Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University (MJPRU), Bareilly, successfully concluded its month-long “Science in Action Outreach Programme” and six-day Robotics Bootcamp 2026, held under the guidance of Vice-Chancellor Prof. K.P. Singh. The initiative aimed to foster scientific temper, technological awareness, and innovation among school students while encouraging a culture of inquiry and creativity. The final day of the bootcamp featured a series of competitive events, including a Project Innovation Competition, Presentation Contest, and Quiz Competition, showcasing the participants’ learning and technical skills…

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