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International Yoga Day 2020: Here's how the world is celebrating the special day

International Yoga Day: In the times of COVID-19 pandemic when social distancing is the need of the hour, PM Narendra Modi has urged people to fight COVID-19 with 'Yoga at Home'. Come let's look what's happening in the nation and around the world on June 21.

India TV Lifestyle Desk Written by: India TV Lifestyle Desk New Delhi Updated on: June 21, 2020 21:29 IST
International Yoga Day 2020 LIVE Updates: How Yoga is establishing harmony; celebs share photos, vid
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International Yoga Day 2020: How Yoga is establishing harmony; celebs share photos, videos

International Yoga Day 2020: Yoga is an ancient practice that dates back its origin thousands of years ago in India. It has been scientifically proven that various yoga asanas help in the physical, mental, and spiritual development of a human being. In order to promote this healthy practice, Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his 2014 address at the United Nations General Assembly, proposed the International Yoga Day. In the times when the world is fighting the COVID-19 pandemic, it is crucial to practice this art form to strengthen our immune system. Considering the importance of social distancing, PM Modi appealed to mark the sixth International Yoga Day by practicing 'Yoga at Home, Yoga with Family.' The theme for International Yoga Day 2020 also remains 'Yoga for Health - Yoga at Home.'

While proposing June 21 as the date to mark International Yoga Day, PM Modi in his UN address had said that it happens to be the longest day of the year in the northern hemisphere and has special significance in many parts of the world.

 “Yoga is an invaluable gift from our ancient tradition. Yoga embodies unity of mind and body, thought and action, a holistic approach that is valuable to our health and our well-being. Yoga is not just about exercise; it is a way to discover the sense of oneness with yourself, the world and nature,” PM Modi said while introducing the proposal to observe Yoga Day during the opening of the 69th Session of the General Assembly back in 2014.

Without further ado, come let's look what's happening in the nation and around the world on International Yoga Day 2020 on June 21:

 

International Yoga Day 2020 Highlights

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  • 6:14 PM (IST) Posted by Tripti Karki

    Karisma Kapoor flaunts flexibility

  • 5:06 PM (IST) Posted by Tripti Karki

    Swami Ramdev suggest yoga asanas for instant sugar control

    Swami Ramdev wishes everyone a very happy International Yoga Day. The Yog guru says that it's extremely important to stay positive and happy. "Practising yoga on a daily basis helps to shed off the negative energies", says Swami Ramdev. He says that yoga is an effective tool for keeping diabetes under control that too in a quick and instant manner. The yoga asanas for instant sugar control include Mandukasana, Kapalbhati and Anulom Vilom.

  • 4:50 PM (IST) Posted by Tripti Karki

    Mumbai Police vouch for #SafetyAsanas

  • 3:12 PM (IST) Posted by Shriya Bhasin

    Varun Dhawan manages to balance on International Yoga Day 2020

  • 3:11 PM (IST) Posted by Shriya Bhasin

    Suresh Raina calls yoga a way of life

    Sharing a picture of himself performing yogasana on International Yoga Day 2020, Suresh Raina wrote, "Yoga is not a part of life, it’s a way of life. #Internationalyogaday2020."

  • 3:05 PM (IST) Posted by Shriya Bhasin

    Indian Embassy in Pakistan celebrates International Yoga Day 2020

    The members of the High Commission of India in Pakistan enthusiastically participated in the International yoga day 2020 celebrations.

     

  • 2:43 PM (IST) Posted by Shriya Bhasin

    Urvashi Rautela wishes fans International Yoga Day and World Music Day

  • 2:19 PM (IST) Posted by Shriya Bhasin

    Sachin Tendulkar celebrates International Yoga Day with Father's Day

    Taking to Twitter, the 'Master Blaster' wrote, "Celebrating #FathersDay by doing some Yoga together! #InternationalYogaDay."

  • 1:55 PM (IST) Posted by Shriya Bhasin

    Amyra Dastur misses 'yoga on beach' on International Yoga Day 2020

  • 1:48 PM (IST) Posted by Shriya Bhasin

    People practice 'yoga asanas' in Palk Strait in Rameswaram on International Yoga Day 2020

  • 1:46 PM (IST) Posted by Shriya Bhasin

    Gautam Gambhir shares message from Geeta on International Yoga Day

    Taking to Twitter, Gautam wrote, "“Yoga is the journey of the self, through the self, to the self” - Bhagavad Gita #InternationalYogaDay."

  • 1:41 PM (IST) Posted by Shriya Bhasin

    BJP MP from Ladakh, Jamyang Tsering Namgyal performs yoga on International Yoga Day

  • 1:05 PM (IST) Posted by Shriya Bhasin

    Look how Kirti Kulhari celebrated International Yoga Day 2020 with her niece

    Taking to Instagram, Kirti wrote, "Happy #internationalyogaday everyone  Me and my niece #Zoe were doing so well till #Shadow, our dog barked and we both shat in our pants P.S - Start them young ...or even better you do it, and kids around will follow your footsteps anyway."

  • 12:47 PM (IST) Posted by Shriya Bhasin

    Aashka Goradia indulges in intense yoga session with husband Brent Goble on International Yoga Day 2020

    On International Yoga Day 2020, one of the fittest actresses of the Television industry, Aashka Goradia took to Instagram to share photos of videos of her intense workout session with husband Brent Goble. Alongside she wrote, "It is no measure of health to be well adjusted to a profoundly sick society. ~ Jiddu K."

  • 12:45 PM (IST) Posted by Shriya Bhasin

    Manushi Chhillar performs yoga on International Yoga Day 2020

  • 12:42 PM (IST) Posted by Shriya Bhasin

    Shilpa Shetty shares glimpse of 'yoga with family'

    Taking to Instagram, Shilpa shared a photo of her husband Raj Kundra and son Viaan and says that International Yoga Day is special as Father's Day is also being observed today.

  • 12:32 PM (IST) Posted by Shriya Bhasin

    Bipasha Basu shares thoughtful post on International Yoga Day 2020

    Counted amongst one of the fittest actresses of the Bollywood industry, Bipasha Basu also wished everyone on International Yoga Day 2020.

  • 12:29 PM (IST) Posted by Shriya Bhasin

    Adah Sharma asks fans if they've done yoga on International Yoga Day 2020

  • 12:27 PM (IST) Posted by Shriya Bhasin

    Sonnalli Seygall wishes fans on International Yoga Day 2020

    Taking to Instagram, Sonnalli shared a picture of herself performing yoga and wrote, "Yoga is being on top of the world! Happy Yoga day to all."

  • 12:25 PM (IST) Posted by Shriya Bhasin

    Mandana Karimi performs yoga on International Yoga Day 2020

    Mandana Karimi wishes her fans on the occasion of International Yoga Day by performing yogasanas herself.

  • 12:09 PM (IST) Posted by Shriya Bhasin

    Rajniesh Duggal celebrates Yoga Day with daughter

    Actor Rajniesh Duggal celebrated Father's Day by practicing yoga with his daughter. With that, he also marked the occasion of International Yoga Day. In his Instagram post, he wrote: "Tu mujhse hai, aur main tujhse… What better gift on Father's day to have a loving daughter who motivates me to do Yoga regularly.. love you."

     

     

  • 12:06 PM (IST) Posted by Shriya Bhasin

    PM Modi shares importance of yoga on International Yoga Day 2020

  • 11:51 AM (IST) Posted by Shriya Bhasin

    Virender Sehwag believes in 'yoga se he hoga'

  • 11:50 AM (IST) Posted by Shriya Bhasin

    For Harbhajan Singh, 'yoga is life'

  • 11:35 AM (IST) Posted by Shriya Bhasin

    Riddhima Kapoor wishes everyone on International Yoga Day 2020

    Taking to Instagram, late Rishi Kapoor's daughter Riddhima wrote, "ONE world ONE language - YOGA #happyworldyogaday."

  • 11:22 AM (IST) Posted by Shriya Bhasin

    Shilpa Shetty shares importance of 'Shanti Mantra' after yoga on International Yoga Day 2020

    Taking to Instagram, Bollywood actress Shilpa Shetty Kundra shared an elongated post along with a video on International Yoga Day 2020 that read, "Wishing you all a very Happy International Yoga Day. Today I’ve shared a personal ritual with you all. I've been chanting the Shanti Mantra after every yoga session, because it helps me tell the Universe, our guiding force in nature... that I surrender to the will of nature. I accept that I don't know it all and I want to be drawn towards a better existence. I understand how limited my knowledge is of my own being and ask to be connected to all elements of nature in the way that humans were meant to be. Today, I pledge to work on bettering myself every day, so I can be of service to all in this lifetime, how I was intended to be. When this acceptance comes from within, you start realizing the deeper meaning of life. Shared the mantra here along with its meaning. Hoping we can all adopt and follow it as a way of life."

  • 11:06 AM (IST) Posted by Shriya Bhasin

    Rujuta Diwekar shares yogasanas to practice on International Yoga Day 2020

    Celebrity nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar took to Instagram, she shared a list of yoga asanas that one should perform on International Yoga Day 2020. 

     

  • 10:46 AM (IST) Posted by Shriya Bhasin

    Debina Bonnerjee shares yoga pose with husband Gurmeet Chaudhary

    Taking to Instagram, Debina wrote, "Happy #internationalyogaday."

  • 10:40 AM (IST) Posted by Shriya Bhasin

    Sudarsan Pattnaik shares beautiful sand art on International Yoga Day 2020

  • 10:36 AM (IST) Posted by Shriya Bhasin

    Anupam Kher encourages 'yoga at home' on International Yoga Day 2020

    Taking to Twitter, Anupam Kher wrote, "If you can’t go outside. Go inside!! Folded hands #InternationalYogaDay2020."

  • 10:14 AM (IST) Posted by Shriya Bhasin

    Buddhist monks perform yoga on International Yoga Day 2020

  • 9:49 AM (IST) Posted by Shriya Bhasin

    Malaika Arora on International Yoga Day 2020: Give yourself a little love

    Taking to Instagram, Bollywood diva Malaika Arora shared a video and wrote, "This International Yoga Day, you should not just take up yoga as a workout form but as a lifestyle. As long as you have yourself, your loved ones, you have the power to overcome any obstacle. Today being Sunday, give yourself a little love. Practice yoga, cook for your family, spend the evening in conversations and just dwell in all the positivity. I wish everybody a happy international yoga day!"

     

  • 9:35 AM (IST) Posted by Shriya Bhasin

    Vice President Venkaiah Naidu shares importance of yoga amid COVID-19 crisis

    The Vise President Venkaiah Naidu tweeted, "The world is going through challenging times and we simply cannot allow the pandemic to get the better of us. We have to unite and put up a stronger fight and to ensure that we are healthy, both physically and mentally. #InternationalYogaDay."

  • 9:31 AM (IST) Posted by Shriya Bhasin

    Mumbai Police's unique message on International Yoga Day 2020

  • 8:59 AM (IST) Posted by Shriya Bhasin

    Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla performs yoga on International Yoga Day 2020

    Encouraging 'yoga at home' in the times of COVID-19 pandemic, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla performed yoga at his residence on International Yoga Day today.

  • 8:46 AM (IST) Posted by Shriya Bhasin

    Taapsee Pannu shares the importance of yoga on International Yoga Day 2020

    Bollywood actress Taapsee Pannu took to Instagram and shared a photo of herself performing yoga on International Yoga Day 2020. Alongside she wrote, "Like most of us, I always thought that yoga is just about twisting our body into complicated contortions and about being a human pretzel. Until @munmun.ganeriwal told me it isn’t. Sitting on the mat every day for few minutes, trying to tune in even when infinite thoughts might interfere, offers as much benefits to our body and mind. The act of meditating is actually classified as ‘Upasana Yoga’ in Yogic scriptures. An incredible stroke of luck is that International Yoga Day today coincides with the Solar Eclipse. An eclipse is one of the best time to deepen our spiritual practice, so make sure you meditate today for few minutes at least."

  • 8:28 AM (IST) Posted by Shriya Bhasin

    President Ram Nath Kovind practices on yoga on International Yoga Day 2020

    Taking to Twitter, the President of India, Ram Nath Kovind performed various yoga asanas and shared its importance. He tweeted, "Greetings on #InternationalYogaDay. The ancient science of Yoga is India’s great gift to the world. Glad to see more and more people adopting it. Amid stress and strife, especially with #Covid19,  practicing Yoga can help keep the body fit and mind serene."

  • 8:24 AM (IST) Posted by Shriya Bhasin

    Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal performs yoga at home on International Yoga Day 2020

    On the occasion of International Yoga Day 2020, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal performs yoga at his residence.

  • 8:15 AM (IST) Posted by Shriya Bhasin

    ITBP personnel perform yoga with horses at Arunachal Pradesh on International Yoga Day 2020

    The ITBP (Indo-Tibetan Border Police) personnel of Animal Training School (ATS), Lohitpur performed yoga with horses on the occasion of International Yoga Day 2020.

  • 8:13 AM (IST) Posted by Shriya Bhasin

    Rajat Sharma, Editor-in-Chief and Chairman, India TV shares importance of yoga

    Rajat Sharma, Editor-in-Chief and Chairman, India TV, on the occasion of International Yoga Day shares the importance of this healthy practice. He says if you want to reduce the burden of doctors, then adopt yoga. Yoga not only prevents diseases but also makes the mind and brain healthy. He tweeted, "योग दिवस ये याद दिलाता है कि हम कितने ही हॉस्पिटल बना न लें कभी पूरे नहीं पड़ेंगे. अगर डॉक्टर्स का बोझ कम करना है तो योग अपनाएँ. योग ना सिर्फ़ बीमारियों से बचाता है बल्कि मन और मस्तिष्क को भी स्वस्थ बनाता है. निरंतर योग करिये. रोगों से मुक़ाबला कर पाएँगे."

    India Tv - Rajat Sharma shares importance of yoga on Internat

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    Rajat Sharma shares importance of yoga on International Yoga Day 2020

  • 8:09 AM (IST) Posted by Shriya Bhasin

    CRPF at Jammu & Kashmir perform yoga on International Yoga Day 2020

  • 7:38 AM (IST) Posted by Shriya Bhasin

    Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan performs 'yoga at home' on International Yoga Day 2020

  • 7:33 AM (IST) Posted by Shriya Bhasin

    ITBP personnel, deployed at India-China border, perform yoga on International Yoga Day 2020

    The ITBP (Indo-Tibetan Border Police) personnel, deployed at India-China border, performed yoga at an altitude of 14000 feet at Vasudhara glacier near Badrinath on the occasion of International Yoga Day 2020.

  • 7:30 AM (IST) Posted by Shriya Bhasin

    ITBP personnel perform yoga on International Yoga Day 2020

    The ITBP (Indo-Tibetan Border Police) personnel performed yoga at an altitude of 18000 feet, in sub-zero temperatures, on the occasion of International Yoga Day.

  • 7:27 AM (IST) Posted by Shriya Bhasin

    Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi perform yoga on International Yoga Day 2020

    Union Minister of Minority Affairs, Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi tweeted, "अंतर्राष्ट्रीय योग दिवस की शुभकामनाएं। Happy #InternationalYogaDay."

  • 7:08 AM (IST) Posted by Shriya Bhasin

    PM Modi appeals nation to learn various Pranayama techniques

    Various techniques of pranayamas can help strengthen our respiratory system, says PM Modi. They can help boost our immunity and enhance family bonding. 

  • 6:54 AM (IST) Posted by Shriya Bhasin

    With yoga we can fight COVID-19 pandemic, says PM Modi

    PM Modi, while addressing the nation on International Yoga Day 2020 said, "All of us are doing yoga at home with the family. Yoga unifies people, unifies the world. Yoga is helping us in this fight against this pandemic. The pranayamas help us in building immunity and resolving respiratory illnesses."

  • 6:52 AM (IST) Posted by Shriya Bhasin

    PM Modi on International Yoga Day 2020: Yoga not only gives physical strength but also mental ability

    Yoga can make everything possible, says PM Modi in his speech on International Yoga Day 2020. It helps in boosting the confidence to deal with adverse situations. 

  • 6:46 AM (IST) Posted by Shriya Bhasin

    PM Modi addresses the nation on International Yoga Day 2020

  • 6:38 AM (IST) Posted by Shriya Bhasin

    International Yoga Day 2020: Theme, significance, history and quotes

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the United Nations can be credited for bringing International Yoga Day into existence. On September 27, 2014, during his speech at the UN General Assembly, Narendra Modi put forth his suggestion for the occasion of a 'Yoga Day'. On December 11, 2014, the United Nations General Assembly declared June 21 as 'International Day of Yoga', months after Modi had proposed the idea.

    READ MORE: International Yoga Day 2020: Theme, benefits of Yoga and everything you need to know

     

  • 6:33 AM (IST) Posted by Shriya Bhasin

    Where to watch PM Modi's speech on International Yoga Day 2020?

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the nation at 6:30 am on the occasion of the International Yoga Day. PM Modi's speech will be televised at 6:30 am, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting said.

  • 6:30 AM (IST) Posted by Shriya Bhasin

    PM Modi to address the nation on International Yoga Day 2020 shortly

  • 6:10 AM (IST) Posted by Shriya Bhasin

    Swami Ramdev shared importance of yoga by going LIVE on International Yoga Day 2020

    Beginning with the 'Nataraj asana,' Swami Ramdev teaches 21 advance yoga asanas on International Yoga Day 2020.

  • 6:05 AM (IST) Posted by Shriya Bhasin

    Akshay Kumar encourges people to practise yoga on International Yoga Day 2020

    Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar wrote, "Yoga frees you from your worries. Practice Yoga for a better tomorrow. Take part in the #MyLifeMyYoga video blogging contest."

  • 5:54 AM (IST) Posted by Shriya Bhasin

    'Yoga at Home' to avoid mass gatherings

    The AYUSH Ministry said that since mass gatherings are not advised in view of the COVID-19 outbreak, 'Yoga at Home, Yoga with Family' is being encouraged to celebrate the 6th IDY2020 at home with families.

     

  • 5:47 AM (IST) Posted by Shriya Bhasin

    Swami Ramdev performs yoga on International Yoga Day 2020

  • 12:29 AM (IST) Posted by Shalu Singh

    Keep practising and never forget #YogaSeHiHoga

    On the eve of International Yoga Day, the Ministry of AYUSH shared several images and a short video of popular cartoon characters doing yoga. This unique way aims to attract children towards practising yoga.

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