India, Dec. 21 -- The Government of India has issued a release:

The Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga (MDNIY), under the Ministry of Ayush, celebrated World Meditation Day today by organizing specialized meditation sessions that brought together eminent scholars, Yoga practitioners, and enthusiasts. The event underscored the convergence of ancient Yogic wisdom and modern medical science in addressing the growing global burden of stress.

Addressing the gathering, Prof. (Dr.) Kashinath Samagandi, Director, MDNIY, highlighted the clinical relevance of meditation in today's competitive world. He noted that nearly 60-70 per cent of stress is occupational in nature and stressed the need to align body and mind through techniques prescribe...