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India Gazette
43 minutes ago
- General
- India Gazette
Governor of Goa PS Sreedharan Pillai leads yoga session in Panaji to mark 11th International Yoga Day
Panaji (Goa) [India], June 21 (ANI): Governor of Goa, PS Sreedharan Pillai, on Saturday led a yoga session at the Old Durbar Hall, Raj Bhavan in Panaji to mark the 11th International Yoga Day. The officials and staff members of Raj Bhavan, Goa, performed Yoga at Raj Bhavan. Sanjeev Gauns Desai, Secretary to the Governor, also participated in the yoga session. The International Yoga Day is being celebrated every year across the globe on June 21 since last eleven years to create awareness about its vast potential in improving overall health and well-being. It also promotes the practice of yoga for physical, mental and spiritual wellbeing worldwide. The participants of yoga were guided by Dhananjay Patil an experienced yoga instructor attached to Tapobhumi, Kundaim. Earlier, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday expressed happiness over the global enthusiasm for the 11th International Day of Yoga, noting that people from all walks of life participated in the celebrations. Sharing glimpses from the event held in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, the Prime Minister said the day highlighted how yoga 'unites' the world. In a post on X, PM Modi wrote, 'Yoga unites the world! Glad to see immense enthusiasm all across the planet for International Day of Yoga.' 'I took part in a Yoga Day programme in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. People from all walks of life also joined. Here are some glimpses,' the post reads. Meanwhile, in Gujarat's Vadnagar, a total of 2,121 people made a Guinness World Record when they held the Cobra pose for two minutes and nine seconds. According to Richard Stunning, official adjudicator at Guinness World Records, a record with a title for the most people performing the cobra pose in yoga began on Saturday. The minimum number of participants for the record was 250; they had to hold the Yoga Cobra pose for at least a minute. A total of 2,184 participants breached the one-minute timeline; they ended up holding the cobra pose for two minutes and nine seconds. The Guinness World Records discounted 64 participants, after which 2,121 participants held the cobra pose for two minutes and nine seconds to clinch the Guinness World Record. 'The Guinness World Records title that starts today is the most people performing the cobra pose in yoga, simultaneously. We set a guideline that everyone had to do it for at least a minute each, and we set a minimum target of 250 participants. Today, they did it for more than a minute, they did it for two minutes and nine seconds, and the total was 2185. We had to discount 64 participants. So the confirmed title is 2,121 participants. Given we set a minimum of 250, this is smashing the Guinness World Record. Congratulations to everyone involved, and it's a fantastic achievement,' Richard Stunning told ANI. (ANI)
Time of India
3 days ago
- Time of India
4 arrested for running illegal betting website
Kolkata: Bidhannagar Police, with help from the cyber crime wing, arrested four persons, including a Nepali national, for operating an illegal online betting website. The accused — Debjit Basak (26), Ankit Gupta (27), Kushal Roy (28), and Sambhu B K (32) — were nabbed during a raid at a condominium in New Town on Wednesday. The website, sources said, took bets of around Rs 30 crore during the last IPL tournament and deceived thousands with promises of substantial profits. They carried out operations across Nepal and Sri Lanka, too. Cops also seized smartphones, SIM cards, laptops, ATM cards allegedly obtained through forged documents, and Indian and Nepali passports. SI Debabrata Banerjee of Bidhannagar cyber crime PS is leading the probe to nab other members of the gang.
Indian Express
5 days ago
- Politics
- Indian Express
Maharashtra: No personal secretaries for over six ministers, CM says ‘nothing to worry'
More than six months after the Mahayuti government assumed power in Maharashtra, over half a dozen Cabinet ministers continue to operate without officially appointed Personal Secretaries (PSs) and Officers on Special Duty (OSDs), as Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis remains firm on withholding approvals for staff he deems 'corrupt' or 'fixers.' In February, Fadnavis had cleared 109 out of 125 names proposed by ministers for PS and OSD roles. As many as 16 names were withheld, with the Chief Minister citing 'serious concerns' — including pending inquiries and links to lobbying networks operating within Mantralaya. According to sources, the delay has affected several senior ministers, including Ganesh Naik, Shambhuraj Desai, Chhagan Bhujbal, Uday Samant, Gulabrao Patil, and Datta Bharne, who continue to function without full-time staff. While some of the proposed appointees have returned to their parent departments, others are assisting ministers unofficially. When the CM was asked about the delays in appointment of PSs and OSDs to over half a dozen ministers, he told mediapersons: 'There is nothing to worry about it'. According to service rules, each Cabinet minister is entitled to a personal staff of 16 and ministers of state to 14. However, the CM's Office has insisted on close vetting, particularly objecting to staff who had served in earlier governments and developed proximity to political intermediaries. A senior bureaucrat said, 'There were staffers who had been in the system for years and were seen as power centres. The CM wants a Mantralaya free of dalals (middlemen).' The CMO also held a two-day training session for approved PSs and OSDs in Pune, earlier this year, underlining expectations for professionalism and integrity. Tensions had surfaced publicly recently in February when Agriculture Minister Manikrao Kokate of the NCP had openly expressed dissatisfaction, stating that ministers had no say in appointing even their personal secretaries and PAs. Ministers have privately complained that the vetting process is being selectively applied with most rejected staffers said to be nominees of alliance partners and not the BJP. Despite criticism, Fadnavis in February had said that his priority is clean governance. 'Fixers will not be allowed to operate through ministerial staff,' he had said.
Hans India
6 days ago
- Hans India
CI counsels business owners operating at night
Hanumakonda: LocalCI Matcha Shivakumar on Sunday conducted counselling for business owners who continue operating after 10:30 pm. He summoned the owners of lodges, tea stalls, tiffin centres and restaurants operating within the Hanumakonda police limits and held a counselling session at the PS. He instructed that no stalls should remain open until midnight near the Hanumakonda bus stand, emphasising that all shops must be closed strictly by 10:30 PM. He advised people not to loiter on roads during late hours. Lodge owners were told to collect full details of the guests staying in their rooms, including phone numbers and Aadhaar card information, and not to rent rooms without valid identification. The CI warned that strict action would be taken if anti-social activities were found to be taking place in lodges. He urged them to immediately report to the police if they notice
Daily Record
14-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Primark's 'game changing' £3 beauty buy gives a sun-kissed glow 'in seconds'
Beauty buffs have been flocking to buy this affordable bronzing stick that highlights, sculpts and defines. A cream bronzer is a summer makeup essential. Not only can it give that golden, sun-kissed glow, but it can also be used as a subtle contouring tool. For the beauty buffs who maybe don't want spend too much money on a luxury brand, Primark has entered the game with its very own PS... Crème Bronzer Stick that does everything from sculpting to highlighting. Retailing at an affordable £3 on the fashion chain's website, this "creamy, blendable" bronzing stick comes in a handy tube that can be conveniently popped into a handbag for any quick touch-ups on the go. Already hailed as a "game changer" by beauty enthusiasts on Instagram, this new summer makeup bag go-to is available to buy in three shades - coco, caramel and truffle. Made with skin loving castor seed oil and shea butter, it can easily create a sun-kissed, just been on holiday glow. Or, when swiped across the high points of the face such as the brow and cheekbones, it can be used to create a contouring effect. Dedicated fans will not be surprised to hear that Primark's latest beauty buy is a must-have, considering the retailer's assortment of cosmetics and skincare has significantly increased over the years, with many of them said to be 'dupes' for high end brands. Speaking of its affordable Crème Bronzer Stick, the fast-fashion giant recently shared a tutorial on how to use it on Instagram, captioning the reel: "Sun-kissed in seconds." Meanwhile, in another post shared to its official Beauty Instagram account, which currently boasts 812,000 followers, many shoppers were quick to rave over the bronzer as "the best" on the market. One delighted shopper wrote: "These are a game changer!" A second beauty fan said: "I don't stop raving about this." Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. Another enthusiastic shopper added: "These are a game changer!" While another Instagram user commented: "Oh my god these look insane!!" And someone else said: "THE BEST CREME BRONZER EVER" Since Primark's website doesn't offer official reviews, we have not noticed any negative feedback for the bronzing sticks. However, we would advise that, since they come in just three shades, they may not be suitable for all skin tones. If this is the case, then there are a few alternatives on the market that offer a vast selection of shades. One is the Fenty Beauty Match Stix Contour Skinstick, available in nine shades, that is available on Lookfantastic for £18.75, down from £25. Meanwhile, over at SpaceNK, the Rare Beauty Warm Wishes Effortless Bronzer Stick, which usually comes in eight shades, is available to buy £21.60, down from £27 - saving 20 percent off the RRP. Shoppers can update their summer makeup with the PS... Crème Bronzer Stick for £3 from Primark now.
