News for 'International Yoga Day'

'Greetings to you all on China's National Day' PM Modi says on Weibo

'Greetings to you all on China's National Day' PM Modi says on Weibo

Rediff.com1 Oct 2015

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday greeted the Chinese people on their National Day and also said that together India and China can make the world a better place.

Breathlessness, eye problem, dementia among most common long Covid symptoms

Breathlessness, eye problem, dementia among most common long Covid symptoms

Rediff.com16 Apr 2022

Breathlessness, eye problems, muscle weakness, dementia, weight loss, concentration issues and disturbed sleep cycle have been commonly observed among people months after recovery from coronavirus infection, healthcare specialists said.

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.

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.

Video: Is laughter the best medicine? Try Laughter Yoga!

Video: Is laughter the best medicine? Try Laughter Yoga!

Rediff.com22 Oct 2009

Dr Madan Kataria and his wife Madhuri run Laughter Yoga International in Mumbai, one of thousands of such clubs spread around the world in over 60 countries. Here's what they have to say about it and a video grab from one of their classes.

'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.'

Feeling tired? 7 Healthy Tips

Feeling tired? 7 Healthy Tips

Rediff.com20 May 2021

Fitness coach Rajvee Gandhi from Fitternity tells you how to fight off sadness, bloating, and lethargy in the dull weather.

No gyms is no excuse: Online shows get you moving

No gyms is no excuse: Online shows get you moving

Rediff.com13 Apr 2020

Bogged down by social distancing? Lethargy is no excuse. Get up, turn to the Internet and exercise those muscles.

'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.'

'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.'

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'.

'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.'

No lust, avoid non-veg food: Government's advice to pregnant women

No lust, avoid non-veg food: Government's advice to pregnant women

Rediff.com13 Jun 2017

"Pregnant women should detach themselves from desire, anger, attachment, hatred and lust. Avoid bad company and be with good people," the tract, issued by the government-funded Central Council for Research in Yoga and Naturopathy, says.

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.

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.'

Meet the Besharam Janata Party

Meet the Besharam Janata Party

Rediff.com3 Jul 2015

Last year, he was the BJP's darling. Today, Arnab Goswami is a hated figure for the Modi bhakts. What changed?

Amit Shah paints a rosy picture of PM Modi @ national executive

Amit Shah paints a rosy picture of PM Modi @ national executive

Rediff.com3 Apr 2015

The Narendra Modi government is here to stay for 10-20 years, Bharatiya Janata Party President Amit Shah asserted on Friday, claiming that the new dispensation has ended the "reign of scams" and policy paralysis while changing the political culture in the country.

Ramdev's advice to Modi: Stop printing of Rs 2K notes in future

Ramdev's advice to Modi: Stop printing of Rs 2K notes in future

Rediff.com10 Jan 2017

Terming demonetisation as a historic and brave step, he said, black money constitutes 80-85 per cent of the economy and Modiji has taken bold step to solve the issue

Israel to roll out red carpet for Modi

Israel to roll out red carpet for Modi

Rediff.com29 Jun 2017

No other foreign leader seems to have been extended such a warm welcome by an Israeli Prime Minister in the past few decades.

'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.

Modi @ Reliance hospital opening: 'Plastic surgeon may have fixed elephant's head on Ganesha'

Modi @ Reliance hospital opening: 'Plastic surgeon may have fixed elephant's head on Ganesha'

Rediff.com25 Oct 2014

Describing neonatal and maternal mortality rates as a matter of grave concern, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said his government wanted to effectively use its 'Make in India' and 'Digital India' campaigns to reach healthcare to the country's poorest of the poor.

Full text: President Murmu's address to Parliament's Budget Session

Full text: President Murmu's address to Parliament's Budget Session

Rediff.com31 Jan 2023

'Wherever in the world there is political instability, those countries are beset with severe crises today. But India is in a much better position than the rest of the world due to the decisions taken by my government in the national interest,' President Droupadi Murmu said in her address to both Houses of Parliament.

Why Modi stood by an embattled Sushma Swaraj

Why Modi stood by an embattled Sushma Swaraj

Rediff.com15 Jun 2015

Sheela Bhatt/Rediff.com decodes why Modi has decided to retain her in the Union Cabinet despite this controversy and their many internal differences.

US Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard gifts Modi Bhagwad Gita

US Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard gifts Modi Bhagwad Gita

Rediff.com29 Sep 2014

Tulsi Gabbard, the first Hindu Congresswoman in the United States, presented a copy of the Bhagwad Gita to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday when she met with the latter at his hotel.

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.

'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.'

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.

10 Tips to REDUCE STRESS At Work

10 Tips to REDUCE STRESS At Work

Rediff.com14 Dec 2021

Work stress is unavoidable even if you love what you do, but there are steps you can take to keep job stress to a minimum, says Nakshi Satra, founder, Inha Wellness.

'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.

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.

The Desi Nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize

The Desi Nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize

Rediff.com2 Sep 2021

'I consider myself a pilgrim who is here to shape tomorrow.'

No change on article 370; want J&K coalition to succeed: RSS

No change on article 370; want J&K coalition to succeed: RSS

Rediff.com13 Mar 2015

The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh on Friday said its stance on Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir has not changed, even as it termed as "teething problems" the friction between BJP and PDP in the state stressing that the "novel experiment" should be given time to succeed.

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.

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.

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.

India denies Pak official visa over close ties with Taliban

India denies Pak official visa over close ties with Taliban

Rediff.com10 Jun 2015

The official in question has not served in India before.

PM Modi, Sri Lankan Prez inaugurate Jaffna stadium renovated by India

PM Modi, Sri Lankan Prez inaugurate Jaffna stadium renovated by India

Rediff.com18 Jun 2016

India strongly believes that its economic growth must bring benefits to its neighbours, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said today as a stadium in Jaffna renovated by India was jointly inaugurated by him along with Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena.

'UN's permanent members do not want any change'

'UN's permanent members do not want any change'

Rediff.com10 Nov 2014

The Security Council as it is today is unable to bring peace and security in the world and so there is reason for countries like India to become members of the Council, Ambassador Asoke Kumar Mukerji tells Sheela Bhatt/Rediff.com.

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.