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Highlights | International Yoga Day 2023: PM Modi Thanks People For Big Turnout At UN Event; India Continues To Celebrate
International Day of Yoga 2023: Yoga Day is celebrated on June 21st annually and the significance of this day lies in the fact that it unites people from different nations, cultures, and backgrounds to celebrate and practise yoga. PM Narendra Modi lead a historically significant yoga session at the 9th International Yoga Day event at United Nations Headquarters in USA.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi Wednesday described Yoga as "truly universal" and free from copyrights and patents as he led a historic event at the UN Headquarters to commemorate the 9th International Day of Yoga, attended by top UN officials, envoys from across and the world and prominent individuals.
Yoga Day 2023: New world record at UN's yoga session!
Over 134 nationalities attended PM Modi's Yoga session at the UN headquarters, creating a new world record!
International Yoga Day 2023 LIVE: UN Yoga session set world record!
The yoga session at the United Nations headquaters has concluded and a world record for the maximum number of people present in a single Yoga lesson from mulitple nationalitites.
International Yoga Day 2023: PM Modi thanks people for coming in large numbers for Yoga Day event at UN headquarters.
PM Modi thanks people for coming in large numbers to attend 9th International Yoga Day event at UN headquarters.
International Yoga Day 2023 at UN: Yoga session concludes
The yoga session at the UN headquaters has concluded now woth PM Modi and other prominent leaders, envoy, celebrities in presence.
Yoga Day 2023 Live: 'Yoga is free from copyrights…truly universal', says PM Modi at UN headquarters
Yoga is portable and is truly universal, Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the UN headquarters in New York on Wednesday.
Yoga Day 2023: 'Yoga comes from India,' says PM Modi
“Yoga comes from India. Like all ancient Indian traditions, it is also living and dynamic,” says PM Modi in his speech at the UN.
International Yoga Day 2023 LIVE: Yoga event at UN HQ in New York commences
PM Modi pays tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at United Nations headquarters in New York. Check LIVE updates.
International Yoga Day 2023 LIVE: PM Modi At UN
PM Modi reaches UN HQ and is all set to lead the yoga day celebration in New York.
International Yoga Day 2023 at UN HQ: PM Modi reaches UN Headquarters for Yoga session
Delighted to take part in the #YogaDay programme at @UN HQ. Let us make Yoga a part of our lives and further wellness.
International Yoga Day 2023 Celebrations: Yoga session at world's highest railway bridge in J&K
In Jammu and Kashmir, the celebrations reached new heights as a Yoga session was held on the Chenab railway bridge, the world's highest bridge, situated in the Reasi district.
International Yoga Day 2023 at UN Headquarters: PMO Shares first images from UN HQ event
International Yoga Day 2023: Who all will join PM Modi in historic yoga session?
Several stars and prominent diplomats, individuals and other public figures will be joining PM Modi at the yoga day celebration in New York. Check list.
Yoga Day 2023 Celebrations at UN HQ: Grammy Award-Winning Musician Ricky Kej is ready to join the Yoga session!
“I am extremely excited to be here. Thousands of people are here. I will be following PM Modi today and will do yoga here. This time it's going to be really huge and amazing,” says three-time Grammy Award-Winning Musician Ricky Kej who has arrived at the UN lawns .
International Yoga Day 2023 at UN HQ: Pretty Woman star joins the Yoga event
Hollywood star Richard Gere arrives at the UN HQ in New York to take part in the Yoga Day event led by PM Narendra Modi.
International Yoga Day 2023 Live: Prime Minister Narendra Modi to soon lead a Yoga session at UN HQ
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be seen doing Yoga poses at the UN lawns just in a short while. The whole of India and members of the Indian diaspora have their eyes glued to their TV sets amid all the excitement of Modi's US visit.
People express excitement as they wait for PM Modi to perform Yoga at UN headquarters
International Yoga Day: Army battalion holds underwater Yoga session in Kerala
In a captivating display of physical and mental agility, soldiers from various units, alongside local civilians, showcased their extraordinary abilities by participating in an awe-inspiring underwater Yoga session.
The underwater Yoga was performed by the well trained `Amphibious Warriors` of Pangode Military Station under the guidance of expert Yoga instructor and free diver Jyothi Singh from Bond Water Sports Pvt Ltd.
International Yoga Day At UN HQ: All set for Yoga Day event to be led by PM Modi
PM Modi will lead he Yoga session at the expansive North Lawn in the UN Headquarters, where people from more than 180 countries will participate.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday will lead the International Day of Yoga celebrations at the United Nations headquarters in New York, United States, as part of the second day of his state visit to the US. Top UN officials, envoys from across and the world and prominent individuals will partake in the event, which entered its 9th year of celebration since its inception in 2014.
Yoga Day 2023 Celebrations: Army forms 'Bharatmala' from Siachen to Kanyakumari to mark Yoga Day
The Indian Army formed a 'Bharatmala' by conducting Yoga all along the border areas of the nation from Kashmir to Kanyakumari to mark the International Yoga Day on Wednesday.The Bharatmala formed from the eastern extremity of Dong, where the first rays of the Sun fall in India to the sand dunes of Longewala in Rajasthan, where the epic battle was fought in 1971, from the glacial heights of Siachen to the southern tip of Kanyakumari and in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
International Yoga Day: Passengers perform Yoga on Vande Bharat Express
Passengers travelling from Bhopal to Delhi on Vande Bharat Express on Wednesday performed Yoga on the train on the occasion of 9th International Yoga Day.
Yoga guru Krishna Kant Mishra guided the passengers to do yoga in sitting postures in every coach of the train on the occasion. Mishra said, "I want to give the message of International Yoga Day by performing some yoga asana in sitting posture with the passengers of Vande Bharat. The initiative of Yoga Day was initiated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in 2014 and the first International Yoga Day was celebrated in 2015. Since then it has been celebrated continuously every year."
International Yoga Day live updates: 'Yoga now a global movement', says PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday morning wished the countrymen on the occasion of the 9th International Yoga Day, and said that the coming together of more than 180 countries on India's call is 'historic'.
The Prime Minister is presently on his maiden state visit to the United States, during which he will lead celebrations of International Yoga Day at the United Nations Headquarters in New York today.
Yoga Day 2023: 'Om' chants fill the air at Indian Embassy in Japan Yoga event
The Indian Embassy in Japan organises a Yoga event.
Yoga Day 2023 live: PM Modi will lead the 9th International Day of Yoga celebrations at the United Nations (UN) headquarters in New York later today
This year, the theme of Yoga Day is 'Yoga For Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' ie Yoga for the welfare of all in the form of 'One World-One Family'. The Indian Prime Miinster is expected to be joined by approximately 8000 people at the UN HQ at 5:30 pm IST, reports suggest.
World Yoga Day: Jackie Shroff Highlights Importance Of Yoga
Bollywood actor Jackie Shroff on the occasion of International Yoga Day said it's something that unites and that children should also do. Check out the video below:
Yoga Day: Asanas To Improve Concentration, Boost Memory
In today's world, tension, anxiety, and stress are common occurrences in our daily lives. Unfortunately, the negative impact of these factors can lead to a lack of attention, concentration, and memory," shares Dr Rajeev Rajesh, Chief Yoga Officer, Jindal Naturecure Institute, Bangalore. He adds, "However, there is a solution to combat these issues, and it comes in the form of yoga. By practicing yoga, individuals can achieve a relaxed state of mind, which can lead to improved attention, concentration, and memory."
To know more, click HERE.International Yoga Day: Effective Yoga Asanas For The Elderly
Being essentially a low-intensity workout, yoga - when done under proper guidance - can be practiced by people of varying fitness levels and ages. Yoga can be an effective workout for elder citizens. Click here to know more about impactful yoga asanas for senior citizens.
Yoga Day 2023: Tripura CM Shows The Way
Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha performed yoga in Agartala. Check out the video below:
Yoga Day 2023: Celebrations at Consulate General of India, Sydney
Premises of Consulate General of India, Sydney, witnesses celebration of Yoga Day.
Happy Yoga Day: How Malaika Arora celebrated International Yoga Day
Fitness fanatic Malaika Arora discussed the advantages of incorporating yoga asanas into daily life on International Yoga Day in 2023. Malaika published a video on Instagram in which she can be seen practising yoga.
"POV: Yoga is, quieting the mind...Yoga, is calming the nerves. Yoga is developing strength, growth and love. Happy International Yoga Day," the text inserted in the video read.
Yoga Day Live updates: Yoga for Spondylitis to alleviate symptoms of pain
Ankylosing is an arthritic disease known as spondylitis, which affects more men than women and often manifests between the second and fourth decade of life, is distinguished by inflammation of the sacroiliac joints, axial spine, and peripheral joints.
International Yoga Day: Yoga for beginners
- Downward-Facing Dog (Adho Mukha Svanasana)
- Child's Pose (Balasana)
- Virabhadrasana II - Warrior II
- Tree Pose (Vrikshasana)
Yoga Day 2023: Saif Ali Khan's yoga session is Jeh loaded
Not only Kareena Kapoor but her husband Saif Ali Khan and son Jeh also swear by yoga. On the occasion of International Yoga Day, the 'Veere Di Wedding' actor shared cute family pictures on social media. Taking to Instagram, Kareena treated fans with an adorable picture of a father and son duo performing yoga.
In the pictures, Saif and Jeh are seen busy doing asanas.
Yoga Day 2023 Live updates: Celebrations at Indian Embassy in Kuwait
International Yoga Day: ITBP Dog performs yoga
International Yoga Day 2023 Live: Event at Air Force Station in New Delhi
National Yoga Day live: 5 Yoga poses to handle grief
- Hatha Yoga
- Vinyasa Yoga
- Kundalini Yoga
- Laughter Yoga
- Restorative Yoga
Celebrate International Yoga Day 2023: 5 Yoga apps in India
- Yoga Studi
- Daily Yoga
- Yoga for Weight Loss
- Simply Yog
- Fitify Yoga
Yoga Day 2023: Popular yoga poses and their benefits
- Ashtanga Yoga
- Power Yoga
- Hatha Yoga
- Bikram Yoga
International Yoga Day celebrations: Yoga is Shilpa Shetty's secret to stay calm & focused
Actress-entrepreneur, Shilpa Shetty is known for her insane fitness levels. One may wonder and be curious about what constitutes her fitness regime. Well, now, the actress has shared that Yoga forms a huge part of her fitness routine and that for strength and toning, weight training "does the job" for her.
Yoga Day 2023: How yoga is beneficial for our overall health?
Yoga is also known to be beneficial for boosting heart health. A pilot study published in the Canadian Journal of Cardiology, showed that yoga decreased systolic blood pressure and resting heart rate, which reduced 10-year cardiovascular risk.
Yoga Day 2023: Sachin Tendulkar Pulls Off Difficult Yoga Asanas
Tendulkar participated in a Yoga exercise to inspire his fans. He also asked his fans about their favourite Yoga asana. Sachin wrote: "Yoga helps increase the teamwork between the body and the mind. Which is your favourite Yoga asana?"
Yoga Day 2023: Neetu Kapoor, Riddhima And Daughter perform yoga
A family that performs yoga together, stays together -- Seems like veteran actor Neetu Kapoor swears by this fitness mantra. On International Day of Yoga 2023, Neetu Kapoor's daughter Riddhima Kapoor Sahni shared visuals of herself performing yoga with the 'Khel Khel Mein' star. In the videos and images, one can also see Riddhima's daughter Samara giving "yoga company" to her mom and nani (maternal grandmother) Neetu Kapoor.
International Day Of Yoga 2023: Is yoga better than exercise?
Yoga is the best exercise for you if you want to improve your posture, strength, flexibility, and balance. But working out at the gym is the best option if you want to gain muscle. By using both, you may also achieve a balance between the two. For advice on the proper forms and exercises, speak with a fitness trainer.
International Yoga Day 2023: President Droupadi Murmu greets nation
"Yoga is one of the great achievements of our civilization, and one of India's great gifts to the world. Yoga establishes a balance between body and mind. Yoga is a holistic approach towards life. Yoga makes all of us more capable to face the growing challenges in our lives. On this day, I urge everyone to embrace yoga in their daily lives and experience its transformative power."
Yoga 2023: Yoga Day celebration in India in the past
Previously, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has lead the celebrations for International Yoga Day in the past year in six different cities. There was no public celebrations on International Yoga Day in the year 2020 and 2021 due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
- Delhi (2015)
- Chandigarh (2016)
- Lucknow (2017)
- Dehradun (2018)
- Mysore (2022)
Yoga Day Live Updates: 'Yoga integral part of our eternal tradition', says Yogi Adityanath
Yogi Adityanath, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister appealed to the people of the state to adopt yoga in a big way. In the video message through a tweet, UP CM said, “Hearty congratulations and best wishes to all of you on the 9th 'International Yoga Day'.Yoga keeps both body and mind healthy. It is the medium of health, happiness, peace, and harmony. Yoga has been an integral part of our eternal tradition since the beginning. Yoga is an invaluable gift of Indian saints, which has been presented to the world at large by Prime Minister Modi for the well-being of people.”
International Yoga Day: Inspiring Quotes
- "Yoga is the journey of the self, to the self and through the self. Happy International Day of Yoga." - The Bhagavad Gita.
- “Yoga is the stillness amid motion.” – Swami Vivekananda
- “Yoga is the fountain of youth. It’s exercise, meditation, and philosophy rolled into one.” – Deepak Chopra
International Yoga Day: How does yoga affect your life?
While the breathing exercises and meditation may quiet and focus the mind to build better awareness and lessen anxiety, the physical exercises (asanas) may boost the patient's physical flexibility, coordination, and strength. This might lead to an improvement in the patient's quality of life.
International Yoga Day 2023: Importance of yoga day
Yoga day also encourages meditation as a daily practise for mental clarity and self-awareness, which are crucial for thriving in a stress-free atmosphere.
International Yoga Day Live: Yoga day celebrated with enthusiasm in Karnataka
On Wednesday, various areas of Karnataka celebrated the ninth International Yoga Day with considerable fervour. The event, which promoted mental and physical wellness, drew in thousands of participants. 'Yoga - Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' is the focus of this year's Yoga Day.
Yoga Day 2023 Live
"I urge everyone to understand PM Modi's initiative of Yoga in a positive way, and not to find politics in it", says BJP MP Manoj Tiwari
Yoga Day being held at 12,044 'Amrit Sarovars' in UP
The International Yoga Day is being observed at all the 12,044 Amrit Sarovars across Uttar Pradesh, a state government spokesman said.
The Uttar Pradesh government has directed that besides being developed as rural tourism hubs, the area around these ponds should also serve as Yoga centres. According to the state government spokesman, all Amrit Sarovars in the state have been cleaned and spruced up for the event on Wednesday.
International Yoga Day: Passengers and railway employees perform yoga at Mumbai Central Station
In a recent video on the internet, passengers and railway staff at the Mumbai Central Station were seen performing yoga to mark the 9th International Yoga Day in Maharashtra.
Yoga Day 2023: How To Heal The Body Mind And Soul Through Yoga
Yogic breathing is a technique wherein we use our abdomen, chest and shoulders systematically. Expand your abdomen, chest and shoulder systematically while you inhale and relax your shoulders, chest and the abdomen while you exhale. This helps to make your breath slow, deep, calm and controlled while rhythmic.
Yoga Day celebrations: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla performs yoga in Delhi
International Yoga Day 2023 live updates: 'Yoga now a global movement', says PM Modi
On Wednesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi wished Indians a happy International Day of Yoga and noted that yoga has now gone worldwide. He praised and referred to the celebration of the day by more than 180 nations at India's request as "historic."
Happy International Yoga Day 2023: 'Yoga has become India's soft power', says Health Minister
“Yoga is an ancient tradition of India but, with time, its practice started to decline. Prime Minister Narendra Modi gave a huge impetus to yoga and, today, there is no place in the world where yoga is not practised. It has become India's soft power,” said Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya.
Yoga Day 2023 Celebrations: People practicing yoga in connaught place, Delhi
Yoga Day 2023 live: Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel joined celebrations in Dumas area of Surat
In all, 1.25 crore people took part in the Yoga Day celebration which is a state-level 'International Day of Yoga' celebration at 72,000 venues in the state, Patel said in his address before the commencement of the Yoga Day session in Dumas area of Surat.
Yoga Day Live Updates: Actresses Who Swear By Yoga
Take a look at B-Town beauties who swear by yoga:
- Shilpa Shetty Kundra
- Sanya Malhotra
- Rakul Preet Singh
- Mrunal Thakur
- Malaika Arora
- Kriti Sanon
- Kriti Kharbanda
- Kareena Kapoor Khan
For more, read: International Yoga Day 2023: 8 Actresses Who Swear By Yoga For That Svelte Body
World Yoga Day 2023: When was it celebrated for the first time?
On June 21, 2015, the world's first Yoga Day was observed. PM Narendra Modi and other political leaders from all over the world met in the capital city of New Delhi to practise 21 asanas for around 35 minutes.
International Yoga Day Theme: Former President Ram Nath Kovind performs Yoga
In an event in Delhi, former President Ram Nath Kovind performed Yoga to mark and celebrate the 9th International Yoga Day.
Yoga Day 2023: BSF Jawans perform yoga in Siliguri
In West Bengal's Siliguri, Border Security Force (BSF) jawans perform Yoga at Fulbari to celebrate International Yoga Day.
International Yoga Day 2023: Water yoga in Tamil Nadu
Practioners in Tamil Nadu's Rameswaram perform water yoga to mark the 9th International Yoga Day.
International Yoga Day 2023: Maharashtra: CM Eknath Shinde oerforms yoga
CM Eknath Shinde and Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis perform Yoga, in Mumbai to mark the 9th International Yoga Day.
International Yoga Day 2023: Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan performs Yoga in Pune
On the occasion of International Yoga Day, Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan performs Yoga at Savitribai Phule University, in Pune to mark the 9th International Yoga Day on June 21, 2023.
International Yoga Day 2023: Yoga in Sikkim
Indian Army personnel performed yoga in Sikkim in snow clad mountains at sub zero temperature to mark the 9th International Yoga Day celebrations.
International Yoga Day 2023: Yoga at Pangong Lake, Ladakh
The Indian Army personnel perform Yoga at Pangong Tso Lake in the early hours of June 21, 2023, to mark the International Day of Yoga in the mountain territory of Ladakh, India.
International Yoga Day 2023: BJP chief appreciates PM Modi for UN yoga event
Bhartiya Janta Party chief JP Nadda in an event in Gurugram appreciated PM Modi's Yoga Day celebrations at the UN office today, he said, ".....He will send a message to the whole world from there, this is a proud and blessed moment for us..."
International Yoga Day 2023: Theme for Today's Yoga Day
The International Yoga Day 2023 will be celebrated on the official theme, “Yoga for Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam”, which also represents as “One Earth, One Family, One Future.” This theme emphasises the healthy being of every individual irrespective of any discrimination with the regular practice of Yoga.
International Yoga Day 2023: Army officers celebrate yoga in Rajasthan
Indian Army personnel performed Yoga in Rajasthan to celebrate the 9th International Yoga Day on June 21, 2023.
International Yoga Day 2023: Chief of Army Staff General Manoj Pande performs Yoga
The Army Chief, General Manoj Pande performs yoga in Delhi Cantt area to mark and celebrate the 9th International Yoga Day in the national capital of India, Delhi.
International Yoga Day 2023: Yoga celebrations in Assam
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma performed Yoga in the town of Dhubri to mark and celebrate the 9th International Yoga Day in Assam.
International Yoga Day 2023: Yoga session in Balasore
The Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw performed Yoga with hundreds of people in Orisha's Balasore. The city recently witnessed the biggest railway disaster in the history.
International Yoga Day 2023: Minister Piyush Goyal performs yoga in Mumbai
Union Minister Piyush Goyal performs Yoga in Mumbai on International Yoga Day on June 21, 2023.
International Yoga Day 2023: Smriti Irani performs Yoga in Noida
Union Minister Smriti Irani performs Yoga in Noida, to mark the 9th International Yoga Day.
International Yoga Day 2023: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh performs yoga on board INS Vikrant
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh along with the Chief of the Naval staff, Admiral R Hari Kumar performed Yoga on the INS Vikrant on International Yoga Day, today.
International Yoga Day 2023: PM Modi in US
Pm Narendra Modi shared a video message from the United States of America informing the world abou the upcoming Yoga program which is being organised at the headquarters of the United Nations. The session will begin at 5:30 pm IST.
International Yoga Day 2023: Union Minister Anurag Thakur joins yoga session in Himachal
The Union Minister of India, Anurag Thakur performs Yoga in Hamirpur, Himachal Pradesh to mark the 9th International Yoga Day.
International Yoga Day 2023: Uttarakhand CM Dhami performs Yoga
In a Yoga session in Haridwar organized by Patanjali, headed by Yog guru Baba Ramdev- Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Signh Dhami performs Yoga with hundreds of Indian and foreigners present in this session.
International Yoga Day 2023: Amit Shah greets the nation
Minister of Home Affairs of India, Amit Shah shared his wishes on International Yoga Day on twitter in Hindi.
Happy International Yoga Day 2023: Wishes, quotes and messages
- May your yoga practice lead you to a healthier mind, body, and soul. Happy Yoga Day.
- Yoga will help you to grow from the inside out. Happy Yoga Day 2023 to all.
- Yoga is the gateway to happiness and the secret to a healthy mind. Wishing you a Happy International Yoga Day.
- May your yoga practice be a source of joy, healing, and empowerment. Happy International Yoga Day!
International Yoga Day: Yoga Poses To Fight High Blood Pressure
- Pranayamas
- Virasana
- Janu Sirsasana
- Balasana
International Yoga Day: Prenatal Yoga Asanas performed by Bollywood divas
- Anushka Sharma
- Kareena Kapoor Khan
- Amy Jackson
- Liza Haydon
- Lara Dutta Bhupati
- Sameera Reddy
International Yoga Day 2023: Benefits of Daily Yoga practice
- Make You Agile
- For Stronger Muscles
- Boosts Energy
- A Health Heart
International Yoga Day 2023: Yoga asanas to manage sleep
- Surya namaskar
- Yashtikasana
- Bhadrasana
- Bhramari
- Abdominal breathing
International Yoga Day 2023: Slogans ideas for students
- Yoga, Joy, Transformation!
- Breathe, Align, Elevate!
- Unite, Flow, and Thrive!
- Harmony, Strength, Serenity!
International Yoga Day 2023: Slogans ideas for students
- Yoga, Joy, Transformation!
- Breathe, Align, Elevate!
- Unite, Flow, and Thrive!
- Harmony, Strength, Serenity!
International Yoga Day: Yoga asanas to beat stress
- Sukhasana (The happy pose)
- Balasana (Child's pose)
- Viparitkarni (The Inverted Posture)
- Shavasana (The corpse pose)
International Yoga Day 2023: Essay on Yoga Day
Take a glance at the short essay on the significance of Yoga:
The transformational impact of yoga, a practise that helps people connect with their inner selves and promotes harmony and well-being in society, is honoured on International Yoga Day. We embrace a route to self-discovery, physical and mental well-being, and peaceful cooperation through doing yoga. Let's commemorate International Yoga Day to raise awareness of each of us immense capacity to contribute to the creation of a more loving and peaceful planet. We may reach our full potential and live lives that are full of meaning, contentment, and connection by doing yoga.
International Yoga Day 2023: Inspiring quotes by great leaders
- "Yoga is the symbol of universal aspiration for health and well-being. It is a health assurance on zero budget." - Prime Minister Narendra Modi
- "Yoga is the journey of the self, to the self and through the self. Happy International Day of Yoga." - The Bhagavad Gita
- "Yoga is a light that once lit will never dim. The better your practice, the brighter your flame." - BKS Iyengar
- "Yoga teaches us to cure what need not be endured and endure what cannot be cured." - BKS Iyengar
International Yoga Day 2023: Yoga AsanasFor Weight Management
- Adho mukha svanasana
- Bhujangasana
- Trikonasana
- Dhanurasana
- Sarvangasana
- Sethu Bandha Sarvangasana
International Yoga Day 2023: Yoga asanas for optimal mental health
- Savasana (Corpse Pose)
- Pranayama (Breathing Exercises)
- Yoga Nidra (Yogic Sleep)
- Siddhasana (Accomplished Pose)
- Balasana (Child’s Pose)
International Yoga Day 2023: Yoga day celebrations in Nepal
The Lumbini Development Trust and The Indian high commission in Nepal oragnized an International Yoga Day event on June 20, 2023.
International Yoga Day 2023: PM Modi's US visit and yoga event
A yoga teacher in New York city ahs expressed her gratitude for India's pathbreaking leadership in the field of yoga and PM Narendra Modi's visit to the US ahead of the International Yoga Day celebration at Times Sqaure, New York.
International Yoga Day 2023 Celerations: Defence Minister to perform yoga on INS Vikrant
Defence Minister of India, Rajnath Singh will join teh Indian Navy personnel & practice Yoga onboard indigenously built aircraft carrier INS Vikrant on International Day of Yoga 2023, tomorrow.
Internationsl Yoga Day 2023: Indian Navy spreads the message of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam'
In lieu with the International Yoga Day on June 21, 2023, the Indian Navy has deployed navy ships which are visiting friendly foreign countries and spreading the message of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' which is also the theme for Interantional Yoga Day 2023 whcih means “One Earth, One Family, and One Future"
International Yoga Day: Yoga for diabetics
- Vajrasana (Thunderbolt Pose)
- Ustrasana
- Halasana
- Dhanurasana (Bow Pose)
- Chakrasana (Wheel pose)
- Pranayama and Meditation
International Yoga Day 2023: Yoga sessions by Indian Army, White Knight Corp
In the run up to International Day of Yoga 2023, Yoga sessions organised by Indian Army, White Knight Corps at multiple locations in Jammu region districts- Poonch, Rajouri, Doda, Kishtwar, Ramban, Reasi & Jammu.
International Yoga Day 2023: Army personnels perform Yoga at 15000 ft
The Indian Army officers in Jammu & Kashmir organized a Yoga session at 15,000 ft in the remote areas of Ladkh valley at Hanle Observatory, India.
International Yoga Day: Yoga for beginners
- Downward-Facing Dog (Adho Mukha Svanasana)
- Child's Pose (Balasana)
- Virabhadrasana II - Warrior II
- Tree Pose (Vrikshasana)
International Yoga Day 2023: Kiren Rijiju's celebration in snow
Minister of Earth Sciences of India, Kiren Rijiju has shared a video on twitter of yoga being performed at Antarctica, Arctic & Himalayas!
International Yoga Day 2023: Ministry of Ayush @UNESCO HQ
The Ministry of Ayush will address teh general public in collaboration with author and yogi Sandhguru in Paris.
International Yoga Day 2023: Yoga Day celebrations in New York
According to ANI reports, around 8000 people are expected to join PM Narendra Modi in Times Square for the International Yoga Day event in New York.
International Yoga Day 2023: Mayor of London oraganises Yoga Day
The Indian High Commission and the Mayor of London organised a Yoga Day celebration session in Trafalgar Square, London ahead of International Yoga Day on June 21, 2023 with popular history author Amish Tripathi was also present
International Yoga Day 2023: WATCH- Secretary-General, UN shares message with the world
Ahead of June 21 International Day of Yoga, António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations, gives a message to the world.
International Yoga Day 2023: Yoga Day celebrations in London
The hundreds of people in London's Trafalgar Square celebrated Yoga Day by performing Yoga Asanas.
International Yoga Day: Leaders kickstart Yoga day
Punjab Chief Minister, Bhagwant Mann led a camp a day before International Yoga Day in Jalandhar.
International Day of Yoga 2023: Yoga Day celebration in India in the past
Previously, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has lead the celebrations for International Yoga Day in the past year in six different cities. There was no public celebrations on International Yoga Day in the year 2020 and 2021 due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
- Delhi (2015)
- Chandigarh (2016)
- Lucknow (2017)
- Dehradun (2018)
- Mysore (2022)
International Yoga Day 2023: Is yoga better than exercise?
Yoga is the best exercise for you if you want to improve your posture, strength, flexibility, and balance. But working out at the gym is the best option if you want to gain muscle. By using both, you may also achieve a balance between the two. For advice on the proper forms and exercises, speak with a fitness trainer.
International Yoga Day 2023: Which time is best time to practice yoga?
Yoga is often best practised in the morning or early evening. A complete practise of yoga may be done in the morning and can be fairly physically demanding. No matter what time of day or season you practise, always end with Savasana (Corpse Pose). In the afternoon, you might want to practise in a different way.
International Yoga Day 2023: How much yoga you should do daily?
If yoga is your only form of exercise, try to do it for at least 20 to 30 minutes, six days a week. You can begin with 3 days a week for your first month if necessary. You can raise it to 40–70 minutes each day as your fitness level rises.
International Yoga Day: How does yoga affect your life?
While the breathing exercises and meditation may quiet and focus the mind to build better awareness and lessen anxiety, the physical exercises (asanas) may boost the patient's physical flexibility, coordination, and strength. This might lead to an improvement in the patient's quality of life.
International Day of Yoga 2023: 10 Benefits of yoga
- Yoga increases your flexibility.
- Yoga helps you to build strength.
- Yoga improves your posture.
- Yoga helps to keep your joints healthy.
- Yoga is a powerful mindfulness practice.
- Yoga reduces stress.
- Yoga lowers blood pressure.
- Yoga helps you to make healthier life choices.
- Yoga improves breathing.
- Yoga encourages your body's natural healing process.
International Yoga Day 2023: PM to host event at UN headquarters
This year, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is going to host the ceremony at the UN headquarters in New York while on a state visit to the country from June 20 to 24. The PM has previously conducted the ceremony in pre-selected cities, including Delhi, Chandigarh, Lucknow, Dehradun, Ranchi, and Mysore, respectively. This is the first time the event is being hosted abroad.
International Yoga Day 2023: First yoga day celebrations
First International Yoga Day was observed on June 21, 2015. From then, International Yoga Day has become a global phenomenon, and it is now celebrated in over 190 countries.
This year marks the 9th International Day of Yoga, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lead a yoga class for the first time at the United Nations Headquarters on June 21, 2023.
International Yoga Day 2023: Importance of yoga day
Yoga day also encourages meditation as a daily practise for mental clarity and self-awareness, which are crucial for thriving in a stress-free atmosphere.
International Yoga Day 2023: Theme
The International Day of Yoga's 2023 theme, "Yoga for Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam," perfectly captures our shared ambition of "One Earth, One Family, One Future."
International Day Of Yoga 2023: History and significance
Since 2015, 21 June has been designated as International Yoga Day, which aims to raise awareness of the advantages of the age-old discipline known as yoga. On June 21 this year, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lead a yoga session inside the UN Headquarters for the first time. This year marks the 9th anniversary of the International Day of Yoga.
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International Yoga Day: Every year on June 21, people worldwide celebrate International Yoga Day. It's a day dedicated to educating people about yoga's many advantages and highlighting its all-encompassing approach to health and wellbeing.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi lead a special yoga session at the United Nations Headquarters on Wednesday to honour the 9th International Day of Yoga, which saw top UN officials, envoys from around the world, and celebrities in attendance. the event has now concluded and PM Modi will continue his state visit has per schdule.
After Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's request, the United Nations General Assembly declared December 14, 2014, as the International Day of Yoga. Since that time, June 21 has become a global holiday for yoga enthusiasts.
The theme for International Yoga Day 2023 this year remains "Yoga for Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam," which perfectly captures our shared desire for "One Earth, One Family, and One Future." workshops, lectures, shows and public demonstrations associated with yoga.