International Yoga Day is annually observed across the globe on June 21. The day is intended to raise awareness about yoga and its benefits and encourage people to implement it in their daily lives.
The day was proposed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the United Nations General Assembly. While proposing the draft, he explained the reason behind observing Yoga Day on June 21.
Narendra Modi said that June 21 is the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere and has special significance in many parts of the world. The day is celebrated across the world with great exuberance wherein people participate in several competitions and events.
On International Yoga Day 2022, here are wishes, quotes, and messages to share with your friends and families and encourage them to stay fit.
Yoga guarantees wellness as well as fitness. It is not merely an exercise but a way to attain peace through physical, mental, and spiritual wellbeing.
YOGA is the gateway to happiness that the body needs in daily life! Happy yoga day!
Yoga is like music. The rhythm of the body, the melody of the mind, and the harmony of the soul create the symphony of life. Happy International Yoga Day!
Yoga is a code to connect people with life and to reconnect mankind with nature. It expands our limited sense of self, to see our families, societies, and mankind, as extensions of ourselves.
Happy soul, a fresh mind, and a healthy body. All three can be achieved with yoga. Wishing you a very Happy Yoga Day.
Yoga is the journey that takes you through yourself, to your true self, and to your soul. Wishing everyone a very Happy Yoga Day.
International Yoga Day 2022 quotes
Yoga is not about touching your toes, it’s about what you learn on the way down.” — Jigar Gor
“Yoga means addition – addition of energy, strength and beauty to body, mind and soul.” — Amit Ray
“Calming the mind is yoga. Not just standing on the head.” — Swami Satchidananda
“There is always room for change, but you have to be open to that change.” — Kathryn Budig
“Yoga is the journey of the self, through the self, to the self.” — The Bhagavad Gita
“Yoga is the stilling of the changing states of the mind.” — Patañjali
“If you fall over, you fall over. If you have to stop, you stop. But you start again. Just like life itself, you start again.” — Gurmukh Kaur Khalsa
“Anyone who practices can obtain success in yoga but not one who is lazy. Constant practice alone is the secret of success.” — Svātmārāma
“Yoga teaches you how to listen to your body.” — Mariel Hemingway
“Yoga begins right where I am – not where I was yesterday or where I long to be.” ― Linda Sparrowe
International Yoga Day 2022 messages
The World is the gymnasium where we come to make ourselves strong. Wishing Happy International Yoga Day.
Become friends with happiness and health with yoga and meditation. A very Happy International Yoga Day to all.
If we surrendered to earth’s intelligence we could rise up rooted, like trees. Wishing International Day of Yoga to all.
Yoga, an ancient but perfect science, deals with the evolution of humanity. Happy International Yoga Day to everyone.
International Yoga Day is a reminder that we must keep our mental, emotional, spiritual, and physical health before anything else and take some time out to nourish and nurture it with yoga…. Wishing you and your loved ones a very Happy International Yoga Day.
Yoga guarantees wellness as well as fitness. Yoga is a way to attain peace through physical, mental, and spiritual well-being.
Shilpa Shetty works out with daughter Samisha on World Health Day, shares video
It also marks the birthday of the World Health Organisation (WHO) which was founded in 1948
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Shilpa Shetty has a passion for exercise. The actor enjoys working out, and she frequently updates her fans on her progress at the gym. She inspired internet users today on World Health Day by posting a video of her exercise regimen in which she can be also seen sharing a moment with her daughter Samisha.
The global awareness-raising day focuses on a number of health-related concerns. In the video, Shilpa could be seen working out in the gym, discussing the need of dedication and consistency, and enjoying a cute moment of work out with her daughter Samisha.
Shilpa shared the video on social media and began the caption with greeting everyone on World Health Day. The Dhadkan actor mentioned in her caption that wellness is more than just working out; it’s found in our morning routines, the food we eat with pleasure, the time we spend with our loved ones, and our mental health.
The Baazigar actor advised everyone to prioratise themselves on this World Health Day. She remined to stay hydrated, practice mindfulness, and acknowledge our greatest gift. Swasth raho, Mast raho, (stay healthy, stay happy), Shilpa shetty wrote while concluding the caption.
In the video, Shilpa can be seen greeting her fans as she says Hey guys! It’s World Health Day, but not every day you will [feel] motivated. Therefore, on those days, exercising consistency and discipline will be your saviors, She further says.
The Sukhee actor can be seen doing leg presses, stretching exercises, chatting about her favorite music to listen to at the gym, walking on the treadmill, and doing other gym activities as the video progresses. Shilpa and her daughter can be seen jumping inside a trampoline in the video as well. In a another scene, she can be seen watching Samisha perform a leg workout on a Pilates machine.
Soon after she shred the vieo it quickly went viral. A user said, she is a true isnpiration. Another said she is ageing like a fine wine. A third user said her daughter is cute.
Meanwhile, World Health Day is observed on April 7 ever year globally. This is also observed on this day as World Health Organisation was established on April 7, 1948.
Happy Easter 2024: Political leaders extend greetings to nation for peace and unity
Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his wishes on the occasion of Easter on Sunday and expressed his hope that the message of renewal and optimism associated with the occasion would resonate widely.
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Easter also known as Pascha or Resurrection Sunday, commemorates the resurrection of Jesus Christ three days after his crucifixion on Good Friday. This Christian festival symbolises the victory of life over death .
Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his wishes on the occasion of Easter on Sunday and expressed his hope that the message of renewal and optimism associated with the occasion would resonate widely. PM Modi took to X and posted that May this day inspire us all to come together, fostering unity and peace. He wished everyone a joyful Easter.
President Droupadi Murmu also greeted the people on Easter and highlighted the occasion of celebrating the Resurrection of Jesus Christ, promotes the spirit of love, hope and universal fraternity. President Droupadi Murmu took to X and posted Easter greetings to all, especially to our Christian brothers and sisters! This pious occasion of celebrating the Resurrection of Jesus Christ, promotes the spirit of love, hope, and universal fraternity. May the teachings of Jesus Christ lead us onto the path of peace and harmony.
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge took to X and wrote we extend our warmest greetings on the joyous occasion of Easter. The eternal significance of Jesus Christ’s resurrection is that truth triumphs over evil and compassion overcomes hatred. May the festivities strengthen the bonds of unity, amity and fraternity amongst our people and herald a brighter future.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee took to X and posted Happy Easter! As you celebrate Easter Sunday with your loved ones, may joy, peace, and hope illuminate the path ahead.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi took to X to extend greetings on Easter and wrote Greetings and best wishes to everyone on the joyous occasion of Easter. May this revered day bring new beginnings, hopes and harmony in your life.
Union Minister Kiren Rijju took to X and posted Happy and Blessed Easter to all! Wishing everyone peace, joy and unity.
Saudi Arabia gears up for Miss Universe debut with Rumy Alqahtani as its first-ever contestant
Rumi Alqahtani is a prominent runaway model and influencer from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, who has made history by becoming the first-ever Miss Universe participant to represent Saudi Arabia.
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Saudi Arabia is gearing up for its historic debut in the Miss Universe pageant, with Rumi Alqahtani set to represent the country in the prestigious competition. Rumi Alqahtani is a prominent runaway model and influencer from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, who has made history by becoming the first-ever Miss Universe participant to represent Saudi Arabia.
Rumi Alqahtani has garnered recognition in the beauty pageant industry through her participation in numerous global competitions, including the Miss and Mrs Global Asian competition in Malaysia. According to reports the 27 year-old model has already won the titles Miss Saudi Arabia, Miss Middle East, Miss Arab World Peace, and Miss Woman (Saudi Arabia).
Rumi Alqahtani announced Saudi Arabia’s participation in the Miss Universe 2024 pageant on her Instagram, sharing a photo of herself in a silver sequin gown, wearing a Miss Universe Saudi Arabia sash, standing next to the Saudi Arabian flag. She captioned her Instagram post that she was honoured to participate in Miss Universe competition. This is the first participation of Saudi Arabia in the Miss Universe competition.
Alqahtani’s participation follows in the footsteps of Bahrain’s Lujane Yacoub, who represented her country in the Miss Universe pageant last year. She became the first woman from the Gulf region to do so. Alqahtani’s involvement is hailed as milestone in empowering women of Saudi Arabia. She has previously represented the Kingdom in numerous international competitions, including Miss Asia in Malaysia, Miss Arab Peace, and Miss Europe.
Apart being crowned Miss Saudi Arabia, she holds titles such as Miss Middle East (Saudi Arabia), Miss Arab World Peace 2021, and Miss Woman (Saudi Arabia). She has a million followers in instagram and thousands more on other social media platforms. She also holds Bacelor’s degree in dentistry and is fluent in English, French and Arabic. This historic move reflects Saudi Arabia’s ongoing transformation under the leadership of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud.
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