Yoga power on full display at Bijnor Yoga Day fest

Bijnor: Reinforcing Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of making yoga a “people’s movement,” Uttar Pradesh Minister for Vocational Education, Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (Independent Charge) Kapil Dev Agrawal today actively participated in a grand yoga session held in Bijnor on the occasion of the 12th International Yoga Day. The event reflected the state government’s commitment under Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath to promote a “disease-free body” and expand yoga practices to every village under the broader vision of a healthy and empowered Uttar Pradesh. Large-scale participation marked the celebration, with thousands…

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Grand Yoga Day Celebration Organized at BBAU under Yoga Mahotsav; Children Presented an Attractive Yoga Dance Performance

Lucknow: Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University (BBAU), Lucknow, organized a program on June 21 to commemorate the 12th International Day of Yoga. The event was conducted under the guidance and patronage of the Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Raj Kumar Mittal, and jointly organized by the Department of Yoga and the Yoga Wellness Centre, BBAU. Distinguished dignitaries present on the occasion included Prof. Sanatan Nayak, Registrar Dr. Ashwini Kumar Singh, IQAC Director Prof. Shilpi Verma, Head of the Department of Yoga Dr. Deepeshwar Singh, and Dr. Sharad Sonkar. On the occasion of the…

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Mass Yoga Session Held at Jhandi Park on International Yoga Day

Mayor Sushma Kharkwal Urges Citizens to Make Yoga a Part of Daily Life Lucknow: A grand mass yoga session was organized at Jhandi Park, located at the Lucknow Municipal Corporation headquarters, on the occasion of the 12th International Yoga Day. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from public representatives, civic officials, employees, and citizens, with Lucknow Mayor Sushma Kharkwal attending as the chief guest. Participating in the yoga session, the Mayor encouraged people to embrace yoga as an integral part of their daily lives and to help spread its benefits across…

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Mind, Body and Nation: Isabella Thoburn College NCC and NSS Students Celebrate International Yoga Day

Lucknow: Students of Isabella Thoburn College, along with NCC cadets of the 19 UP Girls Battalion and NSS volunteers, enthusiastically celebrated International Yoga Day under the leadership of College President Dr. E.S. Charles and Principal Dr. (Major) Neerja Masih. The event was organized around this year’s global theme, “Yoga for Healthy Ageing,” highlighting the vital role of yoga in promoting holistic health, mobility, and mental well-being among senior citizens. The programme commenced with an address by Principal Dr. (Major) Neerja Masih, who emphasized the significance of yoga in maintaining a…

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SBI marks Yoga Day with special Yoga session

Lucknow: The 12th International Day of Yoga was Celebrated on 21st June, 2026 at premises of State Bank of India, Local Head Office, Lucknow Circle. The theme of this year’s International Day of Yoga was “Yoga for Healthy Ageing.” Yoga expert Aruna Singh gave a practice of various asanas, pranayama, and meditation to the staff members present, promoting physical and mental well-being. On this occasion, Dy. General Manager & CDO,  Dhirendra Mahe emphasized the significance of yoga and said “when we care for ourselves through yoga, we are better equipped…

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GD Goenka Public School Celebrates International Yoga Day at ‘The Centrum’, Promoting Good Health and Inner Peace

Lucknow:  On the occasion of International Yoga Day, GD Goenka Public School organized a grand and enthusiastic yoga session at ‘The Centrum’ Hotel, Lucknow. A large number of yoga enthusiasts from across the city participated in the event and experienced harmony between mind, body, and soul. The program commenced with a Hatha Yoga session held at the poolside lawn, where students, teachers, and other participants from GD Goenka Public School took part with great enthusiasm. The session focused on enhancing physical strength, flexibility, and mental calmness. This was followed by…

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Art of Living Celebrates International Yoga Day 2026 with Grand Public Yoga Session at Phoenix Palassio, Lucknow

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Lucknow: The Art of Living, in association with Phoenix Palassio and Ekagrata International Foundation, celebrated International Yoga Day 2026 with great enthusiasm and participation at Phoenix Palassio Mall, Lucknow. The event brought together people from diverse backgrounds to experience the transformative power of yoga and collective well-being. The programme was supported by Vault by Virat Kohli. The event commenced with a soulful Yoga Anthem presented by Pihu Dwivedi, creating a vibrant and uplifting atmosphere. Participants then took part in the Common Yoga Protocol session conducted by senior Art of Living…

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IVRI Academic Council Reviews Global Rankings, Infrastructure Expansion and Student Welfare Initiatives

Bareilly: The 71st meeting of the Academic Council of the ICAR-Indian Veterinary Research Institute (IVRI), Izatnagar, was held, focusing on key issues related to global rankings, academic excellence, infrastructure development, research expansion, and student welfare. The meeting was chaired by Dr. Raghavendra Bhatta, Deputy Director General (Animal Science), Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), and Director of IVRI. Several important policy decisions were taken regarding the institute’s future development, implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, and enhancement of academic and research capabilities. In his presidential address, Dr. Bhatta…

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DIG Reviews Public Grievances at Sampoorna Samadhan Diwas in Gonda, Calls for Swift and Transparent Redressal

Gonda: Deputy Inspector General of Police, Devipatan Range, Ashok Kumar, heard public grievances and reviewed complaint redressal mechanisms during the Sampoorna Samadhan Diwas held at the Karnailganj Tehsil Auditorium in Gonda on Saturday. The programme was organized in accordance with the directives of the Uttar Pradesh Government aimed at ensuring prompt resolution of public grievances through coordinated action by administrative and police authorities. During the event, DIG Ashok Kumar carefully listened to complaints and issues raised by citizens and directed concerned revenue and police officials to ensure their timely and…

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Beneficiaries Receive Approval Letters, Seed Kits and Housing Keys at Sampoorna Samadhan Diwas in Gonda

Gonda: Alongside the resolution of public grievances, several beneficiaries of government welfare schemes received on-the-spot assistance during the Sampoorna Samadhan Diwas held at Karnailganj Tehsil on Saturday. Following the public hearing, District Magistrate Priyanka Niranjan, Deputy Inspector General of Police, Devipatan Range, V. P. Singh, Superintendent of Police Vineet Jaiswal, and Chief Development Officer Dayanand Prasad distributed approval letters, certificates, seed kits, housing keys, and other benefits to eligible beneficiaries under various government schemes. Under the Social Welfare Department, eligible beneficiaries of the Old Age Pension Scheme were handed approval…

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