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Hindustan Times
3 hours ago
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Yoga can help eradicate social evils: Himachal governor
'Yoga can help eradicate social evils, improve public health and combat substance abuse,' said governor Shiv Pratap Shukla, while speaking after a yoga session held to commemorate the 11th International Day of Yoga at Raj Bhavan in Shimla. Himachal governor Shiv Pratap Shukla during Yoga Day celebrations. (HT Photo) Speaking on the occasion, Shukla said, 'Himachal Pradesh is a beautiful state and preserving its purity requires our collective efforts. Yoga can be a vital tool in that direction.' Highlighting the relevance of yoga in promoting physical, mental and spiritual well-being, the governor said, 'Yoga was a priceless gift from the sages of India, designed not only to strengthen the body but also to unite the mind and the soul.' He further added that it is a matter of great pride for every Indian that this ancient heritage has been revived and globally recognised, thanks to the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The United Nations' declaration of June 21 as International Yoga Day has brought worldwide attention and respect to India's cultural legacy and today, numerous countries celebrate the day with enthusiasm. Clarifying misconceptions, the governor said that yoga was not related to any religion but as a holistic approach to health and consciousness. 'People across the world have adopted yoga for physical health and now increasingly for spiritual awakening. Yoga is not just about physical postures it is also about awakening and awareness,' he said. Yoga day held at Satluj Jal Vidyut Nigam Limited SJVN celebrated International Day of Yoga at its corporate head quarters in Shimla and across all its offices and projects. This year's theme 'Yoga for One Earth One Health' aligns the practice of yoga with sustainability and global well-being. Speaking on the occasion, Ajay Kumar Sharma, director (personnel), said, 'Yoga is an invaluable gift of India's ancient tradition and it is a path to discover the sense of oneness with yourself, world and nature.' International Day of Yoga was also celebrated at Army Training Command. The event witnessed active participation by all ranks and families of HQ ARTRAC and the station units.
Time of India
11 hours ago
- Health
- Time of India
Himachal Pradesh celebrates Int'l Yoga Day
Shimla: Himachal Pradesh governor Shiv Pratap Shukla joined International Yoga Day celebrations on Saturday, declaring that it was not related to any religion, but a holistic approach to health and consciousness. "People across the world have adopted yoga for physical health and now increasingly for spiritual awakening. Yoga is not just about physical postures; it is also about awakening and awareness," he said. In commemoration of the 11th International Yoga Day, a session was organised at Raj Bhavan in Shimla. Shukla performed yoga along with other participants. Shukla highlighted the relevance of yoga in promoting physical, mental, and spiritual well-being, stating that yoga was a priceless gift designed to strengthen the body, and unite the mind and the soul Chief minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu also performed yoga at his residence, Oak Over. He described yoga as "a scientific and spiritual path related to the totality of life". The day was also celebrated at Army Training Command (ARTRAC), with participation by all personnel and their families. The event was led by Shalini Kushwah, regional vice president of the Army Wives Welfare Association (AWWA), ARTRAC, an Ayush ministry certified yoga instructor and Art of Living faculty.
Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Himachal governor reviews progress of TB elimination campaign
A high-level review meeting on the Tuberculosis (TB) Elimination Campaign was held at Raj Bhavan on Wednesday. Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla chaired the meeting which was focused on evaluating the initiatives undertaken by the State under the 100-Day TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan and assessing the state's contribution to the nationwide TB elimination programme launched by the Government of India. The governor emphasised the need for regular monitoring at the state and district levels, enhanced community participation and widespread public awareness to ensure the effective implementation of the campaign. He appreciated the efforts being made by the state government for making Himachal Pradesh a TB-free state and called for more robust strategies besides enhanced public participation. Shukla also reviewed the progress of various district-level initiatives and issued necessary directions to the concerned officials. He directed to prepare a comprehensive report on the progress of the campaign, which could be presented to the central government to seek additional support.
Time of India
14-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
12th conference by Him Science Congress Association begins in Shimla
1 2 Shimla: Himachal Pradesh governor Shiv Pratap Shukla inaugurated the 12th International Conference organised by the Him Science Congress Association in collaboration with the Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education (ICFRE)-Himalayan Forest Research Institute, Shimla, on Saturday. Addressing the inaugural session, the governor urged young scientists to embrace the use of artificial intelligence (AI) while also preserving and integrating traditional knowledge systems. He emphasised that the true purpose of scientific research should be the welfare of humanity, not its destruction. Shukla remarked that science and technology must align with local traditions, indigenous wisdom, and nature to be truly meaningful. "As we enter a new era of technology, it is crucial to link our rich heritage of knowledge with modern innovation. Conferences like this are a step in that direction," he said. The governor also expressed concern over rising pollution levels in the hill state and said such challenges can be addressed through traditional ecological wisdom. Citing the example of indigenous advancements, he said India's fully indigenous BrahMos missile system is a testament to the importance of research in knowledge systems. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like This house on the South Downs coastline could be yours [Click here] Omaze Click Here Undo Shukla also spoke about the ill effects of drug abuse during his address. Delivering the keynote address, former chairman of the Punjab Pollution Control Board, Prof Adarsh Pal Vig emphasised that economics and environment should go hand in hand in development models. He noted that while economics has received due attention, environmental protection has lagged behind, despite being a priority. MSID:: 121849929 413 | Follow more information on Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad here . Get real-time live updates on rescue operations and check full list of passengers onboard AI 171 .
Time of India
14-06-2025
- Science
- Time of India
Embrace AI while preserving traditional knowledge systems: HP governor to young scientists
Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla on Saturday urged young scientists to embrace the use of artificial intelligence (AI) while also preserving and integrating traditional knowledge systems . He made the statement during the two-day International Conference of the Him Science Congress Association organised here. Asserting that the true purpose of scientific research should be the welfare of humanity and not its destruction, Shukla remarked that science and technology must align with local traditions, indigenous wisdom , and nature to be truly meaningful. "As we enter a new era of technology, it is crucial to link our rich heritage of knowledge with modern innovation. Conferences like this were a step in that direction," he said in a statement. He also noted that India can play a decisive role in global well-being if the younger generation is inspired to research and value national legacy. Live Events The governor also expressed concern over rising pollution levels in the hill state and emphasised that such challenges can be addressed through traditional ecological wisdom. Discover the stories of your interest Blockchain 5 Stories Cyber-safety 7 Stories Fintech 9 Stories E-comm 9 Stories ML 8 Stories Edtech 6 Stories Citing the example of indigenous advancements, he stated that India's fully indigenous BrahMos missile system is a testament to the importance of research in knowledge systems. He further expressed hope that scholars from diverse scientific disciplines would use this platform to present research outcomes that address contemporary issues related to innovation, sustainability, and societal needs. PTI
