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India Gazette
19 hours ago
- Health
- India Gazette
Humanity inside us will remain good: ICG DG Paramesh Sivamani on International Yoga Day
Noida (Uttar Pradesh) [India] June 21 (ANI): On the occasion of the International Day of Yoga, Indian Coast Guard Director General Paramesh Sivamani, along with others, performed Yoga in Noida, Uttar Pradesh, on Saturday. ICG Director General highlighted the importance of Yoga in everyday life, emphasising that Yoga not only keeps body and life 'stress-free' but also, it keeps humanity good and emotions positive. While speaking to ANI, DG Sivamani stated, 'Yoga is very good for the whole body. Through this, we can keep our body and life stress-free, and if we do yoga daily, then the humanity inside us will also remain good and our feelings will remain positive... Doing yoga is very necessary and important for all of us.' The 11th International Day of Yoga was celebrated at the Air Force Station in New Delhi under the theme 'Yoga for One Earth, One Health.' 'The gathering was inspired by the live address of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, with a visionary tone for global wellness and unity,' IAF said in a post on X. 'Unified in breath and balance, Air Warriors performed yoga asana in unison, fostering wellness, resonating with the IAF motto of People First Mission Always,' it added. The Andaman and Nicobar Command (ANC) on Saturday observed the 11th International Day of Yoga (IDY) with great enthusiasm, conducting large-scale celebrations across various remote and strategic locations in the islands. A video shared by the Andaman and Nicobar Command PRO showcased participants practicing yoga on the Andaman Nicobar Command (ANC) marked the 11th International Day of Yoga 2025 with a series of events that showcased unity, harmony, and national spirit. Meanwhile, Union Home Minister Amit Shah participated in the 11th International Yoga Day celebrations in Gujarat's Ahmedabad. Taking to 'X', the Union Home Minister extended his wishes on the International Yoga Day and said that yoga brings unity among the mind, body and Shah stated that in today's world, yoga is becoming a part of the daily routine of people across the world. 'Yoga, which brings unity among mind, body and brain, has today become a part of the daily routine of people all over the world. On the occasion of 'International Yoga Day', performed yoga with the residents in Ahmedabad', Amit Shah said in a X post. Meanwhile, 2121 participants held the cobra pose for two minutes and nine seconds while performing yoga in Gujarat's Vadnagar on Saturday and achieved the Guinness World 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 2184 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 2121 participants held the cobra pose for two minutes and nine seconds to clinch the Guinness World Record. (ANI)
United News of India
20 hours ago
- General
- United News of India
Indian Coast Guard marks IDY with ‘Yoga Sangam'
New Delhi, June 21 (UNI) The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) marked the 11th International Day of Yoga (IDY) on Saturday under its flagship 'Yoga Sangam,' with participation from over 60 locations across India's coastline in the Northwest, Western, Eastern, Southern, and island territories. From the bustling bases on the Western Seaboard, including Mumbai, Goa, Karwar, and Mangalore, to the Eastern Seaboard in Chennai, Visakhapatnam, Paradeep, and Haldia, the spirit of yoga was visible across its units. The Southern Region, including Mandapam and Kochi, as well as island locations like Port Blair, also reported high levels of engagement. The main event, however, took place at the ICG Complex in Noida (Delhi NCR), where Director General of the Indian Coast Guard, Paramesh Sivamani, addressed over 1,000 attendees, said a statement from the ICG here. During his address, Director General Sivamani emphasised the vital role of yoga in enhancing mental clarity, stress management, and physical resilience—qualities that are essential for ICG personnel working in high-pressure maritime environments. "The practice of yoga is integral to maintaining the physical and mental strength required for the demanding maritime duties our personnel undertake," said Director General Sivamani. "By adopting yoga in our daily routines, we aim to enhance the well-being of our teams, fostering both individual and collective strength." The yoga session was led by renowned instructor Vandana Gupta, along with a team of six expert yoga instructors. Together, they guided participants through a range of asanas, pranayama, and meditation practices designed to cater to both beginners and experienced practitioners. Special attention was given to creating routines that can seamlessly integrate into the hectic schedules of ICG personnel, the statement added.
Hans India
6 days ago
- Business
- Hans India
Coast Guard gets new Rs 473-crore, 52-metre-long Fast Patrol Vessel
The Indian Coast Guard's (ICG) fifth Fast Patrol Vessel (FPV), in a series of eight under construction, was launched in Goa on Monday, a Defence Ministry official said. Built at a cost of Rs 473 crore, the vessel named 'Achal' measures 52 metres in length and 8 metres in breadth, with a displacement of 320 tonnes. Powered by a controllable pitch propeller (CPP)-based propulsion system, the vessel can reach a top speed of 27 knots, said the official. The vessel was ceremoniously launched by Kavita Harbola in the presence of Coast Guard Commander (Western Seaboard), Additional Director General Anil Kumar Harbola. Designed and constructed under dual-class certification from the American Bureau of Shipping and Indian Register of Shipping, the FPV features over 60 per cent indigenous content, said an official statement. With its primary roles of protection, monitoring, control, and surveillance, 'Achal' is equipped to safeguard offshore assets and island territories, it said. 'The FPV's launch marks another milestone in the long-standing partnership between the Indian Coast Guard and Goa Shipyard Ltd, further reinforcing the collective march towards Aatmanirbharta in defence manufacturing,' the statement said. The project has also provided a significant boost to local industry by generating substantial employment and supporting MSMEs engaged in production activities at various factories and within GSL, it said. Earlier this month, ICG Director General (DG) Paramesh Sivamani inaugurated a new dedicated jetty at Vizhinjam Harbour, Kerala, to enhance mission readiness for coastal surveillance. The new facility is expected to support faster deployment and turnaround of ICG vessels, adding to the mission readiness for coastal search and rescue, anti-smuggling, and fisheries protection. Strategically located just 10 nautical miles from key international shipping lanes and adjacent to the Vizhinjam International Transhipment Deepwater Port, the jetty is expected to play a critical role in securing India's southwestern coastline. DG Paramesh Sivamani called the facility a major step forward in strengthening the coastal security architecture and ensuring faster response capabilities in the region.
Hans India
14-06-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
OSCC aims to enhance joint response mechanisms
Visakhapatnam: The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) chaired the 137th meeting of the Offshore Security Coordination Committee (OSCC) in New Delhi. The meeting aimed to review the preparedness and effectiveness of the security of India's offshore installations and enhance joint response mechanisms. The committee further underscored the imperative of enhancing joint responses to safeguard vital energy infrastructure. A special emphasis was placed on strengthening coordination among agencies to address emerging challenges and ensure the security of offshore assets. Addressing the committee, Director General ICG Paramesh Sivamani underlined the importance of energy security and insisted on taking all possible measures to ensure the security of offshore assets for their contribution to the nation's growth and independence in the field. The meeting was attended by representatives from various organisations including Indian Navy, Indian Air Force, Ministry of Home Affairs, Ministry of External Affairs, Intelligence Bureau, Directorate General of Shipping, ONGC and State Police forces from Gujarat, Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh among other stakeholders. The OSCC was constituted in 1978 to ensure effective functioning of offshore security arrangements. Since then, the committee has contributed effectively in framing policies and providing guidance and resolution to Offshore Defence Area related issues.
India Gazette
08-06-2025
- Business
- India Gazette
ICG unveils 76.7m advanced berth near Vizhinjam port to enhance Coastal surveillance
ANI 08 Jun 2025, 21:49 GMT+10 New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): The Director General of the Indian Coast Guard (ICG), Paramesh Sivamani, officially inaugurated a new dedicated ICG jetty at Vizhinjam Harbour in Kerala on Saturday. According to the release, the 76.7-metre advanced berth will facilitate the expedited deployment and turnaround of Indian Coast Guard vessels, thereby enhancing operational readiness for critical functions such as coastal surveillance, search and rescue operations, anti-smuggling efforts, and fisheries protection. Strategically located just 10 nautical miles from key international shipping lanes and adjacent to the Vizhinjam International Transhipment Deepwater Port, the jetty is expected to play a critical role in securing India's southwestern coastline. DG Paramesh Sivamani highlighted the strategic importance of the new facility, calling it a major step forward in strengthening the coastal security architecture and ensuring faster response capabilities in the region. The event was attended by Commander, ICG Region (West), Inspector General Bhisham Sharm, along with senior officials from Vizhinjam International Seaport Ltd, Government of Kerala, Kerala Maritime Board, State Police, Port Authorities, Indian Army, Adani Ports Pvt. Ltd., and the Fisheries Department. (ANI)
