Paris Hosts the 4th International Yoga Darśana Conference This May — Why It Matters

The 4th International Yoga Darśana Yoga Sādhana Conference will take place May 27 to 29, 2026, at the École des hautes études en sciences sociales (EHESS) in Paris. The conference brings together scholars, researchers, and practitioners to explore yoga as a philosophical system — not just a physical practice — and this year’s edition arrives … Read more

New Review: What Actually Works When Teaching Mindfulness to Teenagers

A new scoping review published in ScienceDirect has synthesized the current research on mindfulness-based interventions for adolescent mental health — and the findings are both encouraging and cautionary. The review confirms that mindfulness programs can meaningfully improve anxiety, depression, and emotional regulation in teenagers, but it also reveals that the quality and design of these … Read more

Yoga for Spring Allergies: Poses and Breathwork to Ease Seasonal Symptoms

Spring is here, and for millions of people, that means one thing: allergies. Pollen counts are climbing, sinuses are swelling, and the constant cycle of sneezing, congestion, and fatigue is back. If you practice yoga, you may already suspect that certain poses and breathwork techniques help you feel better during allergy season — and a … Read more

India’s 2026 Yoga Mahotsav Launches 100-Day Countdown to International Day of Yoga

India’s annual Yoga Mahotsav returned on March 13, 2026, held at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi and organized by the Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga. The event formally launched the 100-day countdown to the 12th International Day of Yoga on June 21, and it signals something bigger than a date on the calendar — … Read more

Inside the 2026 International Yoga Festival in Rishikesh: 1,500 Practitioners, One Sacred Tradition

The International Yoga Festival returned to Rishikesh from March 16 to 22, 2026, drawing more than 1,500 registered participants to the birthplace of yoga for a week of immersive practice, cultural exchange, and spiritual exploration along the banks of the Ganges. Now in its 24th year, the festival has become one of the most significant … Read more