MUMBAI: A Bandra-based yoga teacher's quick thinking of clicking pictures of a man who inappropriately touched her bottom last year has ensured that he was arrested and subsequently convicted and sentenced to a one year rigorous imprisonment. Finding Dhanbhai Muzumdar (21), guilty, magistrate Komalsing Rajput said, "..the defence of the accused is of total denial and false implication. However, except bare denials and certain suggestions, there is nothing in the cross examination (of victim) from which it can be inferred that accused has been falsely implicated by the informant. Admittedly, informant and accused were unknown to each other before the incident. There is no reason to drag the accused in the false case. The evidence is cogent and trustworthy. Merely because no other witness or evidence is collected, informant cannot be disbelieved." The victim, among the two witnesses to depose in court, said that on May 23, 2023, at about 7.25am was going to her studio from her place of residence. At that time a man unknown to her came from behind, touched her on her bottom and crossed her, she screamed. Listening to her screaming, he turned around. At that time, she took his photograph on her mobile phone. She was frightened and ran to her studio. Then she called her parents and narrated the incident to them. They went to police station and lodged a report. While lodging the report, she showed the photograph taken on her phone to police. The victim identified the accused present in the court as the same person who touched her and outraged her modesty. A police officer who deposed said that on the basis of photograph taken by informant in her mobile phone, the present accused was traced and arrested the same day. Relying on the evidence, the magistrate said that it is proved that accused touched the victim with the intention to outrage her modesty. The prosecution prayed for severe punishment. "The offence is serious and against woman," the prosecution said. However, seeking leniency, the accused said that he has been in jail since his arrest. He also submitted that despite granting bail, nobody turned up to comply with bail order. He also submitted that he is a resident of West Bengal and from poor financial background. While sentencing him, the magistrate said, "As submitted, there is a sister and mother dependent on him. He is the only earning member of his family. Considering the period of custody undergone and these aspects, leniency needs to be shown to accused while granting punishment."

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Isha Foundation's Sadhguru Sannidhi, located near Nandi Hills in Chikkaballapura district, organised a mega programme on Friday on the occasion of World Yoga Day.

Around 1,000 NCC cadets of the 5 Karnataka Battalion from 20 colleges in Chikkaballapura, 200 soldiers from the Madras Engineering Corps (MEG) of the Indian Army, 120 Jawans, and 2 officers from the Subsidiary Training Centre (STC) of the Border Security Force (BSF) participated in yoga sessions led by Isha Hatha Yoga teachers.

Air Commodore SB Arunkumar VSM, Deputy Director General, Karnataka, Goa NCC Directorate, and popular Kannada actor and model Srinidhi Shetty participated as special guests at the yoga event.

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Taking to his social media handle on X, Sadhguru, Founder of the Isha Foundation, said, "Yoga is a science, and, if you wish, an art form with which you can unfold your nature to its ultimate possibility and also create a conscious planet."

While speaking at the event at Sadhguru Sannidhi, Air Commodore SB Arunkumar urged all citizens, especially the future citizens of the country, to embrace yoga as a lifestyle choice. He said Yoga was not just a "physical exercise" but a "holistic practice" that rejuvenates the body and mind.

"It's a reminder that we all are connected all over the world, and through Yoga, we can transcend barriers and come together as one global family as we all are here today," he said, adding that "Yoga instills discipline and focus" and urging the students and NCC cadets gathered at the venue to adopt the practice.

Popular Kannada actor of KGF fame, Srinidhi Shetty, said, "We all know what is right, what is wrong, what we should do, and what we should not do. It is just a matter of (taking) action."

She said that with excessive contamination of our environment, it is imperative that people turn inward to enhance their health and well-being.

"The air we inhale, the soil we walk on, the water we drink--everything has been degraded," she said, and she urged the audience to take up regular practice of yoga "for you to be internally joyful."

Air Commodore SB Arunkumar also virtually inaugurated the community Yoga hall at Sadhguru Sannidhi.

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As per the Isha Foundation, "30-minute sessions will be conducted by Isha-trained teachers from 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. every day throughout the year. The sessions will be conducted in five languages: Kannada, Telugu, Tamil, Hindi, and English."

There are several proven benefits of yoga, including enhancing vitality, focus, memory, and productivity; stabilising the body, mind, and emotions; and relieving back pain, stress, anxiety, and tension.

In celebration of the International Day of Yoga, Isha offered more than 1,400 free yoga sessions across India, according to a release.

The events were conducted at prominent institutes, including ISRO, Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited, IIT Madras, and Foxconn, among others.

The celebrations included hundreds of CRPF soldiers participating in a yoga session held in front of Adiyogi at Isha Yoga Centre, Coimbatore, on Friday.

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Yoga Class by Shilpa Shetty, In an exclusive conversation with Pinkvilla, celebrating International Day of Yoga, we have the one and only Shilpa Shetty Kundra where she guides you through a series of rejuvenating yoga poses designed to enhance flexibility, strength, and inner peace. Perfect for both beginners and seasoned practitioners, here she takes us through her love for yoga and shares with us all the tips and tricks for a holistic experience, blending physical postures with mindful breathing techniques. Embrace the spirit of Yoga Day with Shilpa Shetty and discover the transformative power of yoga for your mind, body, and soul.

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Welcome to June month of Pride, Juneteenth, Fathers Day and the official start of summer. Youve probably got a lot already planned for the weeks ahead beach vacations, summer cookouts with your nearest and dearest, tickets to see that big blockbuster in an air-conditioned movie theater but allow us to share a few more suggestions for wellness-boosting ways to spend this time.

Heres our guide to enjoying summers simple pleasures (perfectly ripe tomatoes! vitamin D! switching your out-of-office email responder on!) while doing some good and keeping your health top of mind.

Upgrade your diet. Unless you're part of the 1.58% of American adults who have an ideal diet, you could stand for some improvement. One way to get started: Look into the Mediterranean diet, which research shows has lots of health benefits. Here's what groceries to stock up on and what a meal plan looks like.

Try mall walking. It's got A/C ... and an Abercrombie. If you want to keep up your daily step count without subjecting yourself to triple-digit temperatures, consider escaping to your local mall. Mall walking is free (no gym fees), accessible (great for all ages and no pesky hills or uneven sidewalks) and air conditioned. If you simply want to beat the heat, here's a guide to other public places where you can cool down this summer.

Visit a farmers market. June is National Fresh Fruit and Vegetables Month, and its a great excuse to skip the grocery store checkout lines and instead see what local producers have on offer. Summer cookouts call for recipes featuring the best in seasonal ingredients think cherries, berries, peaches, corn, tomatoes, summer squash, green beans and more so grab a tote bag and stock up. (But watch out for those summer fruit injuries.)

Take a CPR class. June 1 to 7 marks National CPR and AED Awareness Week. Recent research shows that lifesaving AEDs (or automated external defibrillators) are rarely used in cases of cardiac arrest occurring outside of a hospital setting, even though experts say they are pretty simple to use. And just last week a survey from the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center found that only about half of Americans feel they could perform CPR in an emergency. If youre not one of them, take time to sign up for a course through the American Red Cross (or brush up on your training with these tips).

Time to see the doc, dude. Fellas, its Mens Health Month an important reminder to follow through on any delayed checkups (like getting to the bottom of that pesky twinge in your knee youve been brushing off as no big deal) or kick-start any wellness goals you might have. Sign up for a gym membership trial. Improve your mood by making plans with that buddy you havent seen in forever. Make like Guy Fieri and work out with a weighted vest. The skys the limit!

Donate blood. June 14 is World Blood Donor Day. If youre able, roll up your sleeve and do your part. Bonus: Its good for your health.

Roll with it, baby. June 18 is International Sushi Day. If you plan to celebrate with a bento box order for lunch, read up on the health benefits (and not-as-healthy aspects) associated with the Japanese dish. In short: Go easy on the rice, fried dishes (shrimp tempura, we're looking at you) and sauces (especially if they're mayo-based or high in sodium); choose low-mercury fish like salmon and crab; and add a side of protein-packed edamame.

Consider an international sunscreen. There's a lot of buzz surrounding international sunscreens, which are subject to different guidelines and have SPF filters not yet approved in the U.S. Here's what dermatologists told us about their appeal and whether it's worth swapping out your usual sunscreen stash.

Embrace the summer solstice. For those of us in the northern hemisphere, the summer solstice as in, the official start of summer and the longest day of the year falls on Thursday, June 20. Some experts associate the solstice with improved moods, though its unclear whether thats because of the extra sunshine it brings or the effect on circadian rhythms and sleep cycles. Either way, the sky has another trick up its sleeve that week that might also lift your spirits. On Friday, June 21, there will be a strawberry moon so named by Native American tribes because it coincides with the peak of summer harvesting season and is not a reference to its color shortly after sunset.

Strike a pose. The dog days of summer are calling for some downward dog. June 21 is the International Day of Yoga, a United Nations-recognized observance that encourages people the world over to try the practice. Research shows that yoga offers a number of mental and physical benefits (including increased flexibility and strength), so roll out your mat and get started with some simple poses.

Boost your brain health. June is Alzheimers & Brain Awareness Month, so look for opportunities to keep your mind sharp. As Yahoo Life recently reported, that could include starting your day with Wordle or some other type of brain teaser, picking up a new skill that challenges you or just focusing on healthy habits like sleep, diet and hydration.

Find a pool. In a perfect world, youd have an Olympic-size pool in the backyard to keep you cool. In reality, youre sticking your ankles in a plastic kiddie pool you picked up at Walmart. But a refreshing splash is more attainable than you think. If your communitys public pool doesnt appeal to you, look into buying a day pass at a local hotel or resort, where you can enjoy poolside perks without being a registered guest. Services like Swimply also serve as an Airbnb of sorts for privately owned pools, with rates charged by the hour. Its definitely something to consider when temperatures climb and the risk of heat illness gets very real. Just make sure youre following water safety rules, especially if kids are around.

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The first State-level yoga conference conduced by Department of Kannada and Culture and Karnataka Yoga Teachers Federation was held in the city on Saturday underlining the benefits of yoga to the world at large.

The conference was inaugurated by Minister for Health and Family Welfare Dinesh Gundu Rao who said that yoga promotes mental peace in individuals leading to peace in society and the world.

He said the conference was being held to highlight the benefits of yoga and pointed out that Swami Vivekananda introduced it to the west and with it a slice of Indian culture. Apart from physical well-being it also promotes concentration of mind achieved through meditation, he added.

The Minister said yoga would be revived in educational institutions and the recently held Yogothsava reached about six lakh people in the State including ASHA and Anganwadi workers. Yoga kendras have been established across the State to promote the discipline in view of its health benefits, he added. Apart from physical and mental well being it also promotes spiritual growth resulting in peace and amity in society, the minister said.

Harish Gowda, MLA, Yoga convention committee president S.P. Yoganna and others were present.

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In India's capital city New Delhi, hundreds of people gathered at the ceremonial Kartavya Path boulevard to celebrate International Yoga Day.

In India's capital city New Delhi, hundreds of people gathered at the ceremonial Kartavya Path boulevard to celebrate International Yoga Day.

This year marks the tenth anniversary of the event.

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Jason Samels vision for a Long Island Yoga Festival started during the pandemic when he was feeling anything but Zen.

I went through a really tough breakdown, like a lot of people, he says of that time of isolation. I fell into a really very difficult depression.

What helped him, he says, was visiting Harry Tappen Beach in Glenwood Landing. I just started rising my arms up in the sky, sort of catching a prayer above my head, and then bringing them to my heart while I was breathing in and out, he says. It wasnt exactly yoga, but it was something like that. It brought this overwhelming feeling of happiness and connectivity between me and nature and the things around me.

Jason Samel, owner of Buddha Jams Yoga studio in Glen Cove, sits in the lounge area of the studio on May 26. Credit: Linda Rosier

That led Samel, 46, of Old Brookville, to become a yoga instructor in 2021, to open Buddha Jams Yoga studio in Glen Cove in 2022, and now, to launch an inaugural Long Island Yoga Festival, which he hopes to make an annual event that merges a music festival atmosphere with the mindfulness of a yoga retreat. He envisions, he says, a really cool funky, fun, festive atmosphere.

Students Gina Solomon and Jeff Pliskin follow Buddha Jams Yoga instructor Jason Samel through yoga poses on May 26 in Glen Cove. Credit: Linda Rosier

The three-day event kicks off at 4:30 p.m. June 21 which is the International Day of Yoga with a free yoga session open to the public on Harry Tappen Beach during which participants will perform 108 sun salutations, a meditative tradition often performed on solstices.There will also be a drum circle.

The next two days will include spots for up to 70 people to buy day or festival-long yoga session passes and about 150 people to attend concerts on Friday and Saturday and Sunday evenings.

Aside from the Tappan Beach event, the festival will be held indoors and on the grounds of Samels Buddha Jams studio.

Jason Samel, owner of Buddha Jams Yoga studio in Glen Cove, and student Lorraine Popowitz, during a class on May 26. Credit: Linda Rosier

Yogis from studios across Long Island and Manhattan will lead sessions, Samel says. They are scheduled to include, for instance, Colleen Saidman Yee, owner of the Yoga Shanti studio in Sag Harbor, and Rodney Yee; Alan Finger and Sara Platt-Finger, co-founders of ISHTA Yoga in Manhattan; Matt Giordano, also known as TheYogiMatt, originally from Sea Cliff; and Gail Grossman, founder of the now-shuttered Om Sweet Om studio in Port Washington.

There will also be meditation workshops, drum circles and more for participants, who must purchase tickets in advance online. Craft vendors will be selling clothing jewelry, yoga gear and more.

Entertainment includes Nina Rao on Friday evening performing kirtan and traditional chants, DJ Taz Rashid leading a Saturday night dance party and Milard Roper on Sunday evening leading another kirtan session.

Scott Barbey, Lorraine Popowitz, and Gina Solomon, participants in a yoga class called Rock N Slow Flow Yoga with Jason, at Buddha Jams Yoga studio in Glen Cove on May 26. Credit: Linda Rosier

It gives people the opportunity to explore different styles of yoga, says Platt-Finger, who will lead a session with her husband from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on June 22. In a music festival, you get to take in different types of music and enjoy the artistry. Its the same with yoga. You get to experience different styles of yoga. She says it also allows people to gather with like-minded people and feel a sense of community.

Platt-Finger, who grew up in Glen Head, says shes happy to come full circle by offering her style of yoga and meditation and some of these transformative practices that have changed my life. She says yoga helps her feel more centered in myself and in my body.

Samel, who lives with his wife, veterinarian Sheila Delijani, and their two children, Micah, 12, and Gabriel, 8, says he was an unlikely yoga advocate whose previous forays into yoga included being dragged to sessions by Delijani.

I was a fat guy who was breathing really heavyand couldnt touch his toes and couldnt stand being there, he says. Now, he says, yoga helped him lose weightandhelped improve his marriage. He even wrote a song about yoga called Heads Bow Down that he plans to release in conjunction with the festival. I want people to get as excited about yoga as I am, he says.

WHEN | WHERE June 21-23 at Buddha Jams Yoga in Glen Cove, 192 Glen St., Glen Cove

COST Friday afternoon kickoff free at Harry Tappen Beach on Shore Road in Glenwood Landing; Saturday or Sunday pass $199 each; weekend pass $299. Evening musical events Friday and Saturday $35 each (musical events included with weekend passes).

MORE INFO 516-548-7168, longislandyogafestival.com, tickets must be purchased in advance.

Beth Whitehouse writes about families, parenting and great things to do with the kids on Long Island. Shes been a Newsday editor and shared a 1997 Newsday staff Pulitzer Prize for coverage of the crash of TWA Flight 800.

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People attend a yoga class in celebration of the summer solstice at the 22nd annual all-day outdoor yoga event in Times Square in New York on Thursday. Photo by John Angelillo/UPI People attend a yoga class in celebration of the summer solstice at the 22nd annual all-day outdoor yoga event in Times Square in New York on Thursday. Photo by John Angelillo/UPI People attend a yoga class in celebration of the summer solstice at an 22nd annual all-day outdoor yoga event in Times Square in New York City on Thursday, June 20, 2024. Photo by John Angelillo/UPI People attend a yoga class in celebration of the summer solstice at the 22nd annual all-day outdoor yoga event in Times Square in New York on Thursday. Photo by John Angelillo/UPI People attend a yoga class in celebration of the summer solstice at the 22nd annual all-day outdoor yoga event in Times Square in New York on Thursday. Photo by John Angelillo/UPI

June 20 (UPI) -- Hundreds of people converged on Times Square in New York on Thursday to celebrate the summer solstice with an entire day of outdoor yoga classes.

The event, dubbed Solstice in Times Square: Mind Over Madness Yoga, commenced at 7:30 a.m. with a class taught by yogi Richa Dhekne and presented by Consulate General of India.

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Classes are being held throughout the day at the intersection of Broadway and 7th Avenue, between 43rd & 48th Streets, with the last one scheduled to end at 8:30 p.m.

The yearly tradition began with three yogis who gathered to welcome the solstice with yoga in Times Square at sunrise on June 21, 2003, and they went on to make it into an annual event.

"Summer Solstice Yoga in Times Square with its inspiring yoga teachers, has become an iconic setting to reaffirm your yoga practice under the Broadway lights and the invigorating sun," Douglass Stewart, co-founder of Solstice in Times Square, said in a news release.

The yoga classes are being livestreamed at http://www.TSQ.org/Solstice and on the official Times Square Facebook page.

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New Delhi, June 21 -- The Indian Defence Forces celebrated International Yoga Day with great enthusiasm. Several videos of Indian soldiers practicing yoga in uniform were shared online. Army jawans were spotted performing yoga in Pir Panjal, Leh, and Sikkim. This year's International Yoga Day theme is 'Yoga for Self & Society'.

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