News for 'International Day of Yoga'

'Almost everyday is my cheat day'

'Almost everyday is my cheat day'

Rediff.com31 Mar 2016

Meet 22-year-old model Alice Rosario who is walking her second season at Lakme Fashion Week, Mumbai.

Govt to speed up Covid vaccination in July-August: Amit Shah

Govt to speed up Covid vaccination in July-August: Amit Shah

Rediff.com21 Jun 2021

Shah said from Monday morning, an important journey has started in the fight against COVID-19 under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The PM had taken an important decision that the Centre will provide free of cost vaccination to those aged 18 and above, he said while congratulating Modi for it.

Sports Shorts: India assured four medals at boxing WC

Sports Shorts: India assured four medals at boxing WC

Rediff.com17 Dec 2020

Sports Ministry formally recognises yogasana as competitive sport.

'Eat healthy. Walk a lot. And feel happy within'

'Eat healthy. Walk a lot. And feel happy within'

Rediff.com30 Aug 2021

'Good food is very important because what we eat reflects on our skin.' 'Workout keeps our body in shape and both together keep us energetic and fresh.'

SEE: PM Modi flags off first-ever torch relay for Chess Olympiad

SEE: PM Modi flags off first-ever torch relay for Chess Olympiad

Rediff.com19 Jun 2022

IDE, for the very first time has instituted the torch relay, which is part of the Olympic tradition but was never done in the Chess Olympiad.

UP farmers perform shavasana in protest

UP farmers perform shavasana in protest

Rediff.com21 Jun 2017

A similar protest was organised by farmers on the Lucknow-Sitapur Highway.

'Putin is a goonda'

'Putin is a goonda'

Rediff.com28 Mar 2022

'Sholay wallah kahani hai: 'Gabbar Singh aayega, Gabbar Singh aayega.' 'But what is inside Gabbar Singh nobody knows.'

No holidays, 4 hours of sleep: Inside PM Modi's life

No holidays, 4 hours of sleep: Inside PM Modi's life

Rediff.com9 Feb 2018

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is all set for his second visit to the United Arab Emirates starting Friday as part of his West Asia trip which will also cover Palestine and Oman. Ahead of his visit to the UAE, the prime minister had an offbeat interview with Gulfnews (external link) during which he divulged details about people who inspire him and about his travels. Here are some key takeaways from the interview.

Covid, economy figure in President Murmu's maiden address to nation

Covid, economy figure in President Murmu's maiden address to nation

Rediff.com14 Aug 2022

India has helped the world discover the true potential of democracy and the keyword for the country today is compassion for the downtrodden, needy and those on the margins, President Droupadi Murmu said on Sunday.

What's the Aashiqui star's Afghan link?

What's the Aashiqui star's Afghan link?

Rediff.com27 Aug 2021

'They didn't speak Hindi or English, but love is a universal language.'

When Pandit Nehru stood on his head

When Pandit Nehru stood on his head

Rediff.com18 Jun 2015

Here's a rare image of the former PM Jawaharlal Nehru practising the shirasana.

'She teaches you how important it is to understand the concerns and problems of people'

'She teaches you how important it is to understand the concerns and problems of people'

Rediff.com15 Jul 2022

'The fact that she kept her faith in the power of doing good all through the thick and thin in her life, that she worked sincerely for the upliftment of the tribals, the downtrodden and the backwards, is one of the most inspirational aspects of her life.'

Gujarat to introduce chapter on Dhirubhai in school books

Gujarat to introduce chapter on Dhirubhai in school books

Rediff.com30 Jun 2015

Gujarat govt had also announced to add Yoga in text books.

Govt fighting swine flu with ayurvedic meds and isolation wards

Govt fighting swine flu with ayurvedic meds and isolation wards

Rediff.com20 Feb 2015

A day after death toll due to swine flu crossed 700, Union Minister of State for Health Shripad Naik said the Centre is sending special ayurvedic medicinal syrups to all states as part of its efforts to combat the influenza.

Football legend Chhetri drops retirement hint

Football legend Chhetri drops retirement hint

Rediff.com3 Jun 2022

There is speculation about his retirement and the Indian captain happily responds with a smile that 'I don't know yet'.

For Ram Madhav and RSS-BJP, Muslims will always be 'Yavana snakes'

For Ram Madhav and RSS-BJP, Muslims will always be 'Yavana snakes'

Rediff.com23 Jun 2015

BJP leader Ram Madhav's rant about Vice President Hamid Ansari's absence at the International Yoga Day celebrations goes deeper, says Syed Firdaus Ashraf, deep into their brain.

'BJP is prepared to take strong decisions'

'BJP is prepared to take strong decisions'

Rediff.com26 Sep 2022

'In AAP, those who are in charge of a particular state provide information to Arvind Kejriwal. 'In the BJP, several organisations convey what is happening on the ground to the top leadership.' 'There are so many channels through which issues are being understood.'

'If I can incorporate action in my dance, it's a dream come true'

'If I can incorporate action in my dance, it's a dream come true'

Rediff.com2 Feb 2017

Kung Fu Yoga actress Amyra Dastur shares her learnings from Jackie Chan.

How BKS Iyengar revived Nivedita's life

How BKS Iyengar revived Nivedita's life

Rediff.com25 Aug 2014

'The way to pay tribute to Guruji would be to continue on his path and principles and be steadfast on true and genuine practice, which I want my students to learn from me.' Nivedita Joshi, who overcame her physical ailments thanks to yoga guru BKS Iyengar, speaks to Upasna Pandey about his legacy.

B K S Iyengar: Profile of a yogi as a teacher

B K S Iyengar: Profile of a yogi as a teacher

Rediff.com22 Aug 2014

Most yoga teachers are not driven towards popular acclaim or fame. But Bellur Krishnamachar Sunderaraja Iyengar was goaded by the challenge to prove himself to all those who had dismissed him as a madcap yogi in the early days, and by a burning need to make yoga available to all.

Healing with Tibetan singing bowls

Healing with Tibetan singing bowls

Rediff.com11 Jun 2014

Tibetan singing bowl meditation technique of healing and destressing session by Shameem Akhtar trained with internationally renowned Shree Krishna Shahi, Kathmandu.

Modi is a leader with 'plan of action': Tulsi Gabbard

Modi is a leader with 'plan of action': Tulsi Gabbard

Rediff.com21 Dec 2014

Recalling Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to America, United States Congress member Tulsi Gabbard on Sunday described him as 'man on a mission' and as leader with 'plan of action' for India.

Looking beyond PM Modi's many spectacles

Looking beyond PM Modi's many spectacles

Rediff.com26 Jun 2015

It seems like the Twitter-selfie craze compels the PM to put on a mega show every few months

Why Modi gave THAT book to Ban Ki-moon

Why Modi gave THAT book to Ban Ki-moon

Rediff.com27 Sep 2015

The book 'India and the UN: 70 years' presented by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon illustrates the perspective that India has brought into the United Nations.

Don't believe in politics that divides: Modi to Muslim leaders

Don't believe in politics that divides: Modi to Muslim leaders

Rediff.com3 Jun 2015

The PM also said that he will never speak a communal language.

Can Modi Unite The Opposition?

Can Modi Unite The Opposition?

Rediff.com6 Jul 2022

If there is unity in the Opposition, it is only about regional parties other than the DMK not wanting Rahul Gandhi or any other Congress leader for prime minister, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

Only because his name is Hamid Ansari?

Only because his name is Hamid Ansari?

Rediff.com23 Jun 2015

Just like with millions of Indian Muslims, even the vice president of India has been forced to undergo the covert loyalty test: 'you are presumed to be pro-Pakistan until you demonstrably prove you are a nationalist', says Shehzad Poonawalla.

Fit and fabulous! See Malaika's workout secrets

Fit and fabulous! See Malaika's workout secrets

Rediff.com25 Sep 2018

Staying fit isn't easy as it looks!

UN lights up for Diwali for the 1st time

UN lights up for Diwali for the 1st time

Rediff.com30 Oct 2016

The facade of the UN headquarters was lit in bright hues and the words 'Happy Diwali', along with the image of a traditional 'diya', projected onto the building.

PIX: Karisma Kapoor's European holiday

PIX: Karisma Kapoor's European holiday

Rediff.com11 Jul 2017

Lolo has been exploring the French Riviera and London.

The Swedish model with an Indian connection

The Swedish model with an Indian connection

Rediff.com27 Mar 2019

This Victoria's Secret model is half-Indian and half-Australia.

Delhi unlock: Markets, malls, shrines to open daily

Delhi unlock: Markets, malls, shrines to open daily

Rediff.com13 Jun 2021

Restaurants with 50 per cent capacity, weekly markets and religious places will reopen in Delhi from June 14, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal announced on Sunday, saying the COVID-19 situation has significantly come under control in the city.

'I owe the start of my Hollywood journey to...'

'I owe the start of my Hollywood journey to...'

Rediff.com21 Sep 2021

This Khan superstar told Gulshan Grover, 'Go ahead, become a star in Hollywood.'

DEAR ROOPASHREE: Too many blackheads and whiteheads

DEAR ROOPASHREE: Too many blackheads and whiteheads

Rediff.com1 Nov 2021

Wellness expert Roopashree Sharma answers your health queries.

This Ramzan, Hindu, Muslims to fast together in UP town

This Ramzan, Hindu, Muslims to fast together in UP town

Rediff.com18 Jun 2015

A group of Hindus in Uttar Pradesh's Mahoba district has decided to observe Roza with their Muslim neighbours.

Ramdev's Patanjali plans growth via bank borrowings

Ramdev's Patanjali plans growth via bank borrowings

Rediff.com22 Feb 2017

Yoga guru Ramdev's company to invest Rs 5,000 crore in four units in the next 500 days to boost production.

9 things that make me a proud Indian

9 things that make me a proud Indian

Rediff.com9 Sep 2015

Do we really need to wait for a special day to be reminded of our country's rich heritage and culture, asks author and management guru Virender Kapoor.

After border tension, India and Pakistan in visa row

After border tension, India and Pakistan in visa row

Rediff.com17 Jul 2015

India maintained that Pakistan has not issued visas to its 12 officials.

'I don't want to be eye-candy'

'I don't want to be eye-candy'

Rediff.com31 Jan 2017

Kung Fu Yoga actress Disha Patani is on the brink of international stardom.

Even at 40, Harbhajan ready to go head to head with the best

Even at 40, Harbhajan ready to go head to head with the best

Rediff.com17 Jul 2020

Age at one level is over-rated, feels Harbhajan Singh, the veteran of 103 Tests and 236 ODIs.