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NDTV
17 hours ago
- Health
- NDTV
The Heart-Healthy Benefits Of Yoga: Expert Shares Insights
Rooted in ancient Indian tradition, yoga unites physical postures, breath control, and meditation to nurture both body and mind, creating a pathway toward inner peace and strength. Its benefits beyond physical fitness have gained considerable attention for good. While a cardio workout that revs up your heart rate help prevent or manage heart disease, calming yoga poses are good for the heart, too. By promoting relaxation, improving circulation, and reducing stress, regular practice of yoga can help support heart health. On International Yoga Day 2025, we explain how regular yoga practice can be an effective way to promote heart health. "Yoga integrates physical postures, breath, and awareness to promote heart health and reduce the risk of heart disease. It reduces blood pressure by relaxing the nervous system and diminishing stress hormones. Routine practice relaxes stress and anxiety, enhances heart rate variability (HRV), and promotes physical activity that aids circulation and muscle tone," said Dr. Neerav Bansal, Director - Cardio Thoracic Vascular Surgery (CTVS) at Max Hospital. Additionally, yoga helps eliminate risk factors for heart disease, particularly those associated with unhealthy lifestyles and dietary patterns. "Yoga also helps with weight control, reduces cholesterol and blood sugar levels, and facilitates improved sleep -all essential for a healthy heart. With consistent practice, yoga offers a natural, holistic approach to heart care. Always consult your doctor prior to practicing yoga, particularly with a pre-existing heart condition," Dr. Bansal added. Stress is a major contributor to heart diseases, and yoga's emphasis on mindfulness and controlled breathing helps lower stress levels. It also assists in reducing blood pressure. Certain yoga poses can be particularly beneficial for heart health: 1. Downward-facing dog (Adho Mukha Svanasana) This pose stretches the entire body while calming the mind. It also helps improve circulation and may reduce anxiety. 2. Bridge pose (Setu Bandhasana) This asana opens up the chest and encourages deep breathing, which can improve blood flow and strengthen the heart muscles. 3. Cobra pose (Bhujangasana) From your back to your heart, cobra pose is highly beneficial for overall fitness and well-being. It opens the chest and lungs, promoting deeper breathing while stretching the upper body muscles. 4. Chair pose (Utkatasana) This strengthens the legs and core, while also improving endurance and circulation. "Yoga can help maintain heart health by lowering stress and inducing relaxation. It can supplement, but not replace, medical treatment," said Dr. Bansal. For a healthy heart, it is essential to combine these yoga poses with a balanced diet, regular exercise, and other healthy lifestyle choices, such as quitting smoking. If you have a pre-existing heart condition, always consult your healthcare provider before starting any new exercise regimen. (Dr Neerav Bansal, Director - Cardio Thoracic Vascular Surgery (CTVS) at Max Super Speciality Hospital, Vaishali) Disclaimer: This content including advice provides generic information only. It is in no way a substitute for a qualified medical opinion. Always consult a specialist or your own doctor for more information. NDTV does not claim responsibility for this information.
Scoop
3 days ago
- General
- Scoop
Funding Will Help 'Critically Threatened' Long-tailed Bats
A project that delivers pest control to help long-tailed bats living in the Franklin district has received a $45,300 funding boost. EcoQuest was one of 64 conservation projects carried out by mana whenua and community groups that received Auckland Council's latest funding to help protect, restore and enhance the natural environment. The group looks after the native long-tailed bat, or Chalinolobus tuberculatus - one of New Zealand's rarest and most vulnerable creatures which settled in the Manukau Lowlands. EcoQuest Finding Franklin Bats lead researcher Natasha Bansal said the funding will help employ a coordinator who will connect their work with the community. "Because we deal with a lot of private landowners, the aim was to get a community connector, someone who is from the community to talk to these landowners and talk to them about the bats," she said. "For the past year, we have had increasing requests from schools and communities to come and talk to them about the project." Since starting the project in 2017, Bansal said one of their aims was to keep the community involved. "We have a lot of people that come and volunteer their time, and we appreciate that. "But this grant will allow us to employ someone to do that work." The native long-tailed bat is listed as both nationally and regionally critically threatened, with a high rate of decline due to predation and loss of roosting habitat. The project team works in Waiuku, Patumahoe and Pukekohe and so far, more than 200 bats have been mapped out within that triangle. Bansal said there could be more, and work on tracking them will continue for the next few years. "We've only done this for two seasons now, we have five seasons in total. And every time we go out, we're finding more and more bats." Council's Environmental Services general manager Samantha Hill said the grants ranged from $5800 to $85,000 - allocated to projects that will help to protect and restore native ecosystems, grow community involvement and contribute to Māori outcomes. "One of the projects delivers pest control to help long-tailed bats living in Franklin," she said. "Another supports mana whenua-led conservation work on Aotea/Great Barrier Island, and several other groups are carrying out ongoing predator control and native habitat restoration to support a range of threatened native species." With the invaluable work the community groups were doing, significant steps in progress to protect, improve and minimise risks to the natural environment would be seen, she said. "It is important for us to continue to recognise and support the tireless commitment given by these dedicated community-led conservation groups and their many volunteers."
Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
GST Fraud: Raj HC denies bail in 704 crore ITC scam
Jaipur: The on Wednesday dismissed the bail application of Ankit Bansal, accused of masterminding a GST fraud involving over Rs 704 crore in fake Input Tax Credit (ITC). The case stems from an FIR registered by the Directorate General of GST Intelligence (DGGI), Jaipur Zonal Unit, alleging large-scale tax evasion through a network of 353 fake firms. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now It was argued by the standing counsel for DGGI that Bansal, along with his associate Rajesh Goyal, orchestrated a racket using non-existent firms to issue bogus invoices and launder money. During raids, unaccounted cash worth Rs 2.41 crore was seized, and statements from multiple individuals implicated Bansal as the kingpin. Bansal was arrested on June 3, 2024. His counsel argued that the arrest violated constitutional rights, claiming he was held in custody illegally and not produced before a magistrate within 24 hours. However, the court noted that arrest procedures were followed as per the CGST Act, and the magnitude of the fraud warranted custodial interrogation. The prosecution argued that Bansal created fake firms using forged documents, including stolen PAN and identity cards, to pass on fraudulent ITC. The court ruled that the quantum of evasion and its implications on the country's financial integrity justified the denial of bail. The bench of Justice Anand Sharma denied bail citing the magnitude of the fraud, the serious impact on the country's financial system, and the potential to influence witnesses and tamper with evidence. The court ruled that in economic offences, the scale of the siphoned amount reflects the severity of the crime and the need for continued custody to safeguard the integrity of the investigation.
Hindustan Times
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Actor Jaideep Ahlawat and his wife buy a second apartment in a month, spend ₹10 crore on Andheri property
Bollywood actor Jaideep Ahlawat and his wife Jyoti Hooda have purchased an apartment worth ₹10 crore in Mumbai's Andheri, according to a property registration document reviewed by SquareYards. This is the second apartment purchased by Ahlawat on the 14th floor of a building named Poorna Apartments. According to the documents reviewed by Square Yards, the apartment has a carpet area of 1,950 sq. ft. (~181 sq. m.) and a built-up area of 217.47 sq. m. (~2,341 sq. ft.), which is the same as the apartment acquired in May on the 13th floor. The transaction registered on June 12 also includes two car parking spaces. The transaction attracted a stamp duty payment of Rs. 60 lakh and registration charges of Rs. 30,000, SquareYards said. Jaideep Ahlawat bought an apartment in the same building in May 2025. Jaideep Ahlawat bought an apartment in the same building in May 2025 for ₹10 crore. As per property registration documents, the unit had a carpet area of 1,950 sq. ft. (~181 sq. m.) and a built-up area of 2,341 sq. ft. (~217.47 sq. m.). The purchase included four car parking spaces and attracted a stamp duty of ₹60 lakh and registration charges of ₹30,000. Also Read: Bollywood actor Jaideep Ahlawat buys luxury apartment in Mumbai for ₹10 crore Both apartments were purchased from members of the Bansal family, including Dinesh Bansal and Kavita Bansal. Jaideep Ahlawat is an Indian actor who works in Hindi films and web series. He gained recognition for his roles in the films Raees (2017) and Raazi (2018). In 2020, he starred as a police officer in the streaming series Paatal Lok, for which he received the Filmfare OTT Award for Best Actor in a drama series. Most recently, he appeared alongside Saif Ali Khan in the Netflix film Jewel Thief (2025). Also Read: Veteran Bollywood actor Jeetendra and family sell land parcel in Mumbai for ₹855 crore to NTT Global Data Centers Jaideep Ahlawat and the Bansal family could not be reached for comment. Andheri West is well connected through the Western Express Highway, Link Road, SV Road, and the Versova-Andheri-Ghatkopar Metro line. According to SquareYards, over the years, the area has evolved into a dynamic commercial and residential destination, featuring a blend of modern office complexes, co-working spaces, upscale retail outlets, entertainment centres, and residential developments. Also Read: Why do some Bollywood stars prefer renting over buying homes in Mumbai? Local brokers said the per-square-foot price of residential apartments ranges between ₹35,000 and ₹50,000.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Carlyle Announces Partnership With Citigroup on Asset-Backed Lending
Carlyle Group Inc. CG has announced a collaboration with Citigroup Inc. C to expand asset-backed financing opportunities within the fintech specialty lending space. Both companies have formalized a framework to exchange market intelligence and explore co-investment and financing opportunities to align strategic objectives and deepen integration. The collaboration will integrate Carlyle's extensive investment network with the expertise of Citigroup's Spread Products Investment in Technologies (SPRINT) team, a leading venture equity investor in fintech specialty lending. Akhil Bansal, head of asset-backed finance at Carlyle, stated that 'Demand for scalable and tailored asset-backed financing solutions from fintech lenders has increased as they mature and seek efficient ways to fund their growth.' Bansal further added that, 'By combining our deep credit and structuring expertise with Citi's leading presence in the fintech investment landscape, we're well-positioned to capture emerging opportunities and support the next generation of financial technology leaders.' On the other hand, Rajiv Amlani, head of Private Markets Coverage at Citigroup, further added that 'This collaboration leverages the best of both our firms. Through the scale of our franchise, we are uniquely positioned to unlock opportunities by bringing the dynamism of innovative tech platforms to an established global leader such as Carlyle.' Over the past three months, shares of Carlyle have risen 9% compared with the industry's growth of 1.1%. Image Source: Zacks Investment Research Currently, the company carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here. Last month, State Street Corporation's STT asset management arm, State Street Global Advisors ('SSGA'), entered a strategic alliance with smallcase. The alliance aims to expand global market access for Indian investors and enhance SSGA's presence in India's fintech sector. The partnership will provide STT's arm with a distribution opportunity for its SPDR ETFs by featuring them on smallcase's platform technology. This will enhance SSGA's global investment accessibility for Indian investors through technology-driven solutions. Similarly, in the same month, UBS Group AG UBS entered a strategic partnership with General Atlantic, a US-based investment firm, to focus on private credit opportunities. The collaboration between UBS and General Atlantic aims to expand the access of investing clients and borrowers to a broader range of direct lending and other credit products. By combining UBS's advisory and investment banking origination capabilities with General Atlantic's extensive global network, the partnership will create compelling private credit solutions. Want the latest recommendations from Zacks Investment Research? Today, you can download 7 Best Stocks for the Next 30 Days. Click to get this free report Citigroup Inc. (C) : Free Stock Analysis Report UBS Group AG (UBS) : Free Stock Analysis Report State Street Corporation (STT) : Free Stock Analysis Report Carlyle Group Inc. (CG) : Free Stock Analysis Report This article originally published on Zacks Investment Research ( Zacks Investment Research
