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Time of India
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- Lifestyle
- Time of India
From temple trail to office desk: Unique yoga trends reshaping city's wellness culture
From underwater postures to heritage-themed yoga experiences, here are five unique yoga trends gaining traction in the city: Long known for its deep-rooted connection to spiritual disciplines, Chennai is now seeing a creative transformation in its yoga practices. Blending tradition with innovation, these emerging yoga trends are not only rejuvenating the body but also redefining the wellness culture of the city. From underwater postures to heritage-themed yoga experiences, here are five unique yoga trends gaining traction in the city: Sundown rooftop yoga with Carnatic fusion This type of yoga is set against the city's twilight sky. Rooftop yoga is now paired with live Carnatic music fusions performed by young artistes. These sessions on terrace gardens and coworking rooftops offer a perfect escape from Chennai's traffic chaos, with sound and motion creating a sensory detox. Underwater yoga on ECR Imagine holding your breath in sync with your breathwork – quite literally. A handful of coastal resorts along the East Coast Road (ECR) now offer underwater yoga classes in specially designed pools. This innovative trend combines pranayama and asanas with the calming resistance of water, improving lung capacity and focus. Temple trail yoga This trend invites practitioners on a journey through Chennai's rich spiritual tapestry. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Esse novo alarme com câmera é quase gratuito em Piraquara (consulte o preço) Alarmes Undo Led by heritage yogis, temple trail yoga involves early morning sessions at historical temples like Kapaleeshwarar and Parthasarathy, where the architecture and spiritual ambiance intensify the meditative experience. Office desk yoga for corporate wellness Companies in Chennai's IT hubs like Guindy and OMR are introducing desk yoga during work hours. Instructors conduct 15–20 minute sessions involving neck rolls, wrist stretches, and desk-side breathing techniques. The reason why it's needed is that it reduces stress, eye strain, and physical fatigue among deskbound professionals without interrupting workflow. Eco-yoga in urban forests As part of the urban greening wave, a few NGOs and eco-groups in the city have introduced eco-yoga - community yoga events in reclaimed forest pockets like Semmozhi Poonga and Nageswara Rao Park. These sessions include mud grounding, barefoot walking, and forest breathing, promoting harmony with nature. One step to a healthier you—join Times Health+ Yoga and feel the change
The Hindu
14-06-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
NDA government in Andhra Pradesh has fulfilled 85% of its election promises, says I&PR Minister Parthasarathy
The NDA government in Andhra Pradesh has delivered 85% of the promises made at the time of the 2024 elections in spite of the financial crisis it inherited from the YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) dispensation, according to Minister for Information & Public Relations Kolusu Parthasarathy. Due priority had been accorded to the Talliki Vandanam scheme, under which a sum of ₹15,000 each was being remitted into the bank accounts of the mothers, irrespective of the number of children, Mr. Parthasarathy told the media here on Saturday. 'But the YSRCP is spreading lies. It has accused HRD Minister N. Lokesh of pocketing ₹2,000 crore of the scheme amount. Nothing better can be expected from the YSRCP, whose rule is replete with failures and corrupt deeds,' the Minister said. Mr. Parthasarathy said the NDA government was saddled with a staggering debt burden of ₹10 lakh crore due to the YSRCP's mishandling of finances. In contrast, the coalition government was making sincere efforts to achieve the Swarnandhra Vision-2047, for which it set a target of 15% annual growth rate now itself, he said. 'The government has so far attracted investments totalling nearly ₹7 lakh crore, and it is working on a mission to create 20 lakh jobs and impart the required skills to the youth,' he added. Mr. Parthasarathy said the YSRCP dispensation might have extended financial support to the school and college students under the Amma Vodiand Vidya Deevena schemes, but it was not bothered about providing them jobs, which should be the ultimate goal of any government. The YSRCP government had extended financial assistance to only one child in a family under the Amma Vodi scheme, the Minister said. 'The YSRCP is a party that does not attend the Legislative Assembly sessions and, even if it does, the purpose is to achieve its political objectives,' he said. A sum of ₹34,000 crore had been disbursed under the NTR Bharosa pension scheme in the last one year, the Minister said, adding that farmers would receive financial assistance under the Annadata Sukhibhava in a month. While the previous government had given an average of ₹30,000 per household under its flagship programmes, the NDA government disbursed ₹1.04 lakh per household under the the Super Six schemes, he said. Referring to the bail granted by the Supreme Court to journalist Kommineni Srinivasa Rao in the derogatory remarks case, Mr. Parthasarathy said the YSRCP was in a jubilant mood about it, unmindful of the fact that the court had rejected the bail pleas of several corrupt leaders and other criminals who looted the State in 2019-24.
Mint
07-06-2025
- Business
- Mint
Andhra Pradesh raises maximum working hours to 10 per day; CPI vows nationwide protest
The TDP-led NDA government in Andhra Pradesh has resolved to increase the maximum working hours from nine to ten per day, aiming to enhance ease of doing business and attract greater investment to the state. Information and Public Relations (I&PR) Minister K Parthasarathy announced that labour laws will be amended to make them more 'favourable' to both workers and investors. CPI State Secretary K Ramakrishna criticised the decision, accusing the NDA governments at both the Centre and state levels of pursuing 'anti-worker' policies. "Section 54 which allows maximum nine hours of work a day has now been raised to 10 hours per day. Under Section 55 there used to be one hour rest for five hours (work) now that has been changed to six hours," Parthasarathy explained recently, detailing the cabinet's decisions on labour law reforms. Previously, overtime was capped at 75 hours per quarter; this limit has now been extended to 144 hours. "Because of this (amendments to labour laws), investors in factories will (come to our state). These labour rules will be favourable for labourers and they will come to invest more. Globalisation is happening in every state. These amendments were brought to implement global rules," Parthasarathy added. The minister also highlighted that the cabinet has relaxed regulations regarding night shifts to enable more women to work during these hours. According to Parthasarathy, women were previously prohibited from night shifts but can now work with safeguards such as consent, transport facilities, security, and surveillance in place. He emphasised that workplaces for women during night shifts must be fully illuminated. "When you work extra, income will increase. By these rules women can work in the formal sector. They empower women economically and promote gender inclusion and industrial growth. Also contribute to women's empowerment," he stated. Meanwhile, CPI State Secretary K Ramakrishna vehemently opposed the amendments, alleging that the Central and state governments are undermining workers' rights. "For the past 11 years, the Modi government has repeatedly taken measures that infringe upon workers' rights in India," Ramakrishna told PTI on Saturday. To contest the new rules, trade unions have planned protests across India on 9 July, with active participation expected from all sectors. He further remarked that the NDA governments at both the Centre and state levels are pursuing 'anti-worker policies'.
Economic Times
07-06-2025
- Business
- Economic Times
Andhra Pradesh raises maximum working hours from 9 to 10 to boost investment
The Andhra Pradesh government, led by the TDP-NDA alliance, has increased daily working hours from nine to ten to attract investors and ease business regulations. Amendments to labor laws include extending overtime limits and relaxing night shift rules for women with added safety measures. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads The TDP-led NDA government in Andhra Pradesh has decided to raise the maximum working hours from nine to 10 per day as part of ease of doing business and attracting Information and Public Relations (I&PR) Minister K Parthasarathy said that it has been decided to amend labour laws to make them 'favourable' to workers and state secretary K Ramakrishna criticised the move and said NDA governments at the Centre and state are pursuing 'anti worker' policies."Relevant sections of laws which allow maximum nine hours of work a day has now been raised to 10 hours per day. Under Section 55 there used to be one hour rest for five hours (work) now that has been changed to six hours," said Parthasarathy recently, elaborating on the decisions made by the cabinet to amend labour Parthasarathy noted that overtime was allowed only up to 75 hours which now has been extended up to 144 hours per quarter."Because of this (amendments to labour laws), investors in factories will (come to our state). These labour rules will be favourable for labourers and they will come to invest more. Globalisation is happening in every state. These amendments were brought to implement global rules," said the minister observed that the cabinet has also relaxed night shift rules to enable more women to work in the night to the I&PR Minister, women were not allowed to work in the night shifts earlier but now they can work with safeguards such as consent, transport facility, security and said the workplace of women during night shifts should be fully illuminated."When you work extra, income will increase. By these rules women can work in the formal sector. They empower women economically and promote gender inclusion and industrial growth. Also contribute to women's empowerment," he K Ramakrishna, State Secretary of CPI, opposed the NDA alliance government's stand on labour laws amendments. He alleged that the Central and state governments are working against the interests of workers."For the past 11 years, the Modi government has repeatedly taken measures that infringe upon workers' rights in India," Ramakrishan told PTI on oppose these rules, he said trade unions have decided to protest on July 9 all over India, adding that all sections will participate in this protest he observed that the NDA governments both at the Centre and in the state are pursuing 'anti-worker policies'.
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Business Standard
07-06-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Andhra increases maximum working hours from 9 to 10 to attract investments
The TDP-led NDA government in Andhra Pradesh has decided to raise the maximum working hours from nine to 10 per day as part of ease of doing business and attracting investors. The Information and Public Relations (I&PR) Minister K Parthasarathy said that it has been decided to amend labour laws to make them 'favourable' to workers and investors. CPI state secretary K Ramakrishna criticised the move and said NDA governments at the Centre and state are pursuing 'anti worker' policies. "Section 54 which allows maximum nine hours of work a day has now been raised to 10 hours per day. Under Section 55 there used to be one hour rest for five hours (work) now that has been changed to six hours," said Parthasarathy recently, elaborating on the decisions made by the cabinet to amend labour laws. Earlier, Parthasarathy noted that overtime was allowed only up to 75 hours which now has been extended up to 144 hours per quarter. "Because of this (amendments to labour laws), investors in factories will (come to our state). These labour rules will be favourable for labourers and they will come to invest more. Globalisation is happening in every state. These amendments were brought to implement global rules," said Parthasarathy. Further, the minister observed that the cabinet has also relaxed night shift rules to enable more women to work in the night shifts. According to the I&PR Minister, women were not allowed to work in the night shifts earlier but now they can work with safeguards such as consent, transport facility, security and surveillance. He said the workplace of women during night shifts should be fully illuminated. "When you work extra, income will increase. By these rules women can work in the formal sector. They empower women economically and promote gender inclusion and industrial growth. Also contribute to women's empowerment," he said. Meanwhile, K Ramakrishna, State Secretary of CPI, opposed the NDA alliance government's stand on labour laws amendments. He alleged that the Central and state governments are working against the interests of workers. "For the past 11 years, the Modi government has repeatedly taken measures that infringe upon workers' rights in India," Ramakrishan told PTI on Saturday. To oppose these rules, he said trade unions have decided to protest on July 9 all over India, adding that all sections will participate in this protest actively. Further, he observed that the NDA governments both at the Centre and in the state are pursuing 'anti-worker policies'.
