Union Culture and Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat performed yoga at the famous Mehrangarh Fort on Saturday, on the 11th International Yoga Day.
In a significant breakthrough, the Punjab Police on Saturday busted a terror module linked to the banned outfit Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) in Amritsar, arresting a local operative and recovering a cache of sophisticated firearms.
Mizoram joined the global community in observing the 11th International Day of Yoga, themed 'Yoga for One Earth, One Health', with a significant event held at Rajiv Gandhi Stadium, Mualpui, Aizawl on Saturday.
On the occasion of the International Day of Yoga, Indian Coast Guard Director General Paramesh Sivamani, along with others, performed Yoga in Noida, Uttar Pradesh, on Saturday.
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday questioned Israel's recent attack on Iran. He added that political motives may be involved and hoped the issue could be resolved through dialogue.
The Andaman and Nicobar Command (ANC) on Saturday observed the 11th International Day of Yoga (IDY) with great enthusiasm, conducting large-scale celebrations across various remote and strategic locations in the islands.
Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Saturday extended his best wishes on 11th International Yoga Day and praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for promoting yoga across the world.
Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday participated in 11th International Yoga Day Celebration with Yoga enthusiasts and performed Asanas as per the laid down Common Yoga Protocol.
Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal on Saturday participated in the International Yoga Day celebrations at the Gateway of India in Mumbai, which had the theme "Yoga for One Earth and One Health."
BJP MP from Delhi, Bansuri Swaraj on Saturday praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's efforts in promoting yoga globally, starting with the proposal for International Yoga Day in 2014 at the United Nations.