From Japan to New York: Thousands mark Yoga day

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PTILast Updated: Jun 22, 2026, 07:17:00 PM IST

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Across the globe, from Tokyo's ancient temples to New York's bustling Times Square, yoga enthusiasts united on Sunday to observe the International Day of Yoga. This widespread celebration highlighted the enduring global appeal of this ancient Indian practice as a means to achieve health, inner peace, and overall well-being. Numerous Indian missions worldwide also hosted vibrant yoga events, underscoring the practice's international significance.

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Beijing | New York: From Tokyo's historic temples to the iconic Times Square in New York, yoga enthusiasts across the world came together on Sunday to celebrate the International Day of Yoga, reaffirming ancient Indian practice's growing appeal as a pathway to health, balance and well-being. Indian missions in countries like Slovenia, Romania, Indonesia, Oman, UAE, Nigeria, Denmark, Kenya, Scotland, Ireland, Sri Lanka and Kazakhstan also organised yoga sessions and events to mark the occasion.

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