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Deccan Herald
13 hours ago
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- Deccan Herald
UK celebrates International Day of Yoga with special message from King Charles
Indian High Commissioner to the UK Vikram Doraiswami opened the proceedings celebrating the 10th anniversary of Yoga Day on a sunny Friday evening by reading out a special message from King Charles III.
India Gazette
13 hours ago
- Health
- India Gazette
India's High Commissioner leads Yoga Day celebrations in London
London [UK], June 21 (ANI): India's High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Vikram Doraiswami, led the 11th International Day of Yoga celebrations at The Strand in London on Saturday, drawing vibrant participation from the Indian diaspora, yoga enthusiasts, and friends of India. The event, organised by the High Commission of India, was themed 'Yoga for One Earth, One Health', reflecting this year's global message of unity, wellbeing, and sustainability. Speaking at the event, Doraiswami highlighted the significance of observing Yoga Day on the summer solstice. 'There is a reason why the historic civilisations have looked at the summer solstice as a very special day and it is in that context, based on the idea that yoga is connected with the most scientific way of, not just exercise, but healing the human body, that the International Day of Yoga falls on the summer solstice,' he said. Doraiswami also shared a message from King Charles III on the occasion. 'The theme of this year, Yoga for One Earth One Health, reminds us how vitally important it is that the world comes together to secure a happy and a healthy future for present and future generations... Year on year, yoga is increasing in popularity across the UK with millions in our country reaping its benefits... I would like to send my best wishes to all those taking part in the celebrations to mark the 10th anniversary of the International Day of Yoga, thereby promoting the global principles of unity, compassion, and wellbeing,' the message read. The celebration underscored the growing global embrace of yoga as a means to physical and mental well-being, with the UK witnessing increased interest in the practice across diverse communities. Echoing the same spirit, the Consulate General of India (CGI) in New York, in association with the Town of Greenburgh and the Indian Cultural Association of North America (ICANA), celebrated International Day of Yoga 2025 in Westchester with vibrant participation. In a post on X, the CGI in New York said the event showcased yoga's universal appeal and its message of harmony and well-being. It added that the celebration was organised in collaboration with the Town of Greenburgh and ICANA to mark International Day of Yoga 2025. Building on the momentum of the Westchester event, the Consulate also hosted a vibrant yoga session at Times Square in collaboration with @TimesSquareNYC, bringing the spirit of International Yoga Day to one of the world's most iconic locations. Sharing glimpses of the event on X, the Consulate General of India in New York wrote, 'CGI New York, in collaboration with @TimesSquareNYC, hosted a vibrant Yoga Session at the iconic Crossroads of the World - Times Square! Here are a few more glimpses from this energizing celebration of wellness and unity. #YogaforOneEarthOneHealth.' Extending the celebrations beyond New York, similar events were held in Washington, DC, where the Indian Embassy organised a vibrant Yoga session at the iconic Lincoln Memorial on Thursday (local time), ahead of International Day of Yoga on June 21. The event saw enthusiastic participation from a large number of people, including members of the Indian diaspora and local residents, showcasing the growing global embrace of yoga. (ANI)
NDTV
14 hours ago
- Health
- NDTV
"Yoga's Popularity Rising Across UK": King Charles On International Yoga Day
London: Hundreds of people have gathered at an iconic square on the Strand in London to join in a series of expert-led asanas and breathing techniques to mark International Day of Yoga (IDY), organised by the High Commission of India in London. Indian High Commissioner to the UK Vikram Doraiswami opened the proceedings celebrating the 10th anniversary of Yoga Day on a sunny Friday evening by reading out a special message from King Charles III. The 76-year-old monarch, known for his affinity for Yoga, said this annual celebration "promoted the global principles of unity, compassion and wellbeing". "The theme of this year's day, Yoga for One Earth, One Health, reminds us how vitally important it is that the world comes together to secure a happy and healthy future for present and future generations," read the King's message from Buckingham Palace. "Initiatives like the International Day of Yoga provide an opportunity to celebrate a practice and philosophy that means so much to so many. Year on year, Yoga is increasing in popularity across the United Kingdom, with millions of people in our country reaping its benefits. Yoga is a powerful means of enabling anyone to improve their physical and mental health and fosters a sense of wellbeing and togetherness within communities," he said. Doraiswami reflected on how it's been over a decade since the United Nations adopted a resolution put forward as an idea in 2014 by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, a "hugely popular" initiative with support from all partner nations. "Yoga is something that speaks to a universal language, the idea of the commonality of the human experience, the idea that we all, no matter where we come from, how we look, how we pray, what we speak, our bodies need the same forms of healing," said the High Commissioner. This year's programme was organised in partnership with King's College London, whose campus is near India House. "King's College London shares the values of community, wellness, inner calm and everything that Yoga represents," said Graham Lord, Senior Vice-President for Health and Life Sciences, King's College London. "This is the first of many partnerships we will have with the High Commission and also represents the partnership between the United Kingdom and India, who as you know signed a Free Trade Agreement very recently. It's wonderful for us to be building an even stronger relationship. It's lovely to see that we have brought this event closer to the High Commission and that we are using our wonderful shared space together," he said. Opening with a 'Drums of India' musical segment by the Bhavan UK, the gathering was led through Surya Namaskar followed by an introduction to Iyengar Yoga. Experts from Heartfulness UK, Art of Living and Isha Foundation then went on to take the audience through breathing techniques and mindfulness practices. The event concluded with 'Samagam', a harmonious Yoga and dance performance. International Day of Yoga is marked annually around the world on June 21, with the High Commission of India in London organising a major public event in celebration.
Time of India
4 days ago
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- Time of India
Indians in UK pay tributes to Ahmedabad plane crash victims
1 2 3 Bhubaneswar: Indians living in England and Ireland paid tributes to victims of the Ahmedabad plane crash. A prayer meeting was organised at the Indian High Commission in London on Monday. It included recitations from Hindu and Buddhist scriptures, Bible, Quran, Gurbani and Zoroastrian prayer, followed by floral tributes to the victims. Indian high commissioner to the UK, Vikram Doraiswami, assured all help, including legal or insurance, to any bereaved family member. "I attended the meeting to pay respect to the departed souls whose life ended in such a tragic way. They had many dreams. Some were coming to the UK for studies, others to start a new life. Everything vanished in no time," said Gaurav Mahana from London, who along with his friend Indranil Neogi from Winnersh near Reading attended the prayer meet. Neogi said he came to show solidarity in the time of grief. The prayer meet was attended by about 300 people, including UK deputy PM Angela Rayner, MPs from House of Commons and House of Lords and, Canadian high commissioner to UK, Ralph Edward Goodale. At the Vedic Hindu Cultural Centre Ireland, Dublin, prayers were offered in memory of the deceased on Sunday. The VHCCi members also lighted diyas and chanted the Mahamrutyunjay mantra. "Ireland is deeply saddened to learn of the tragic crash on June 12. On behalf of VHCCI, I extend my deepest condolences to the families and loved ones of the victims of the crash, said Dilip Kathuria, a board member of the centre.
Canada Standard
4 days ago
- Politics
- Canada Standard
AI-171 crash: Crew member Maithili Patil's mortal remains brought home to Raigad
Raigad (Maharashtra) [India] June 17 (ANI): The mortal remains of Maithili Patil, a crew member on the ill-fated Air India flight that crashed in Ahmedabad, were brought to her residence in Nhave village, Raigad district, Maharashtra on Tuesday. Patil was one of the 241 people who tragically lost their lives in the plane crash. Earlier, the mortal remains of Captain Sumeet Sabharwal, one of the pilots of the ill-fated Air India flight, were brought to his residence in Powai, Mumbai, on Tuesday. The mortal remains were later taken for the final rites, with Captain Sabharwal's father, Pushkaraj, paying an emotional tribute to his son outside their residence. Captain Sabharwal lost his life in the tragic accident that occurred on June 12 when the London-bound flight crashed shortly after takeoff in Ahmedabad. On Monday, Gujarat Home Minister Harsh Sanghavi confirmed that DNA samples of 144 victims in the Air India plane crash had been successfully matched. The minister visited the Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) in Gandhinagar, where DNA testing of the deceased was being conducted by teams from the FSL and National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU). Earlier, a memorial ceremony was held by the Indian High Commission in London to honour victims of the Air India AI171 crash. Dignitaries, including India's Ambassador Vikram Doraiswami and UK Deputy PM Angela Rayner, joined diaspora members to pay tribute. India's Ambassador to the UK, Vikram Doraiswami, Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner, Canadian High Commissioner to the UK, Ralph Goodale, serving and former MPs, and members of the Indian diaspora gathered to pay tribute to the departed souls. The London-bound Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner aircraft crashed into a hostel complex shortly after takeoff from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport on June 12, killing 241 passengers and crew, including former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani. On June 12, the Al-171 Boeing Dreamliner 787-8 aeroplane bound for London's Gatwick had crashed shortly after it took off from the Ahmedabad International Airport. The crash claimed 241 lives out of the 242 people onboard, which included 230 passengers and 12 crew members. The lone survivor, Vishwashkumar Ramesh, a British national of Indian origin, is currently undergoing treatment for his injuries. (ANI)
