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

New Study: 4 Weeks of Yoga Eases Fibromyalgia Pain and Improves Brain Function

A new randomized controlled trial has delivered encouraging results for the millions of people living with fibromyalgia: just four weeks of supervised yoga practice significantly reduced pain, improved quality of life, and even produced measurable changes in brain function. The study, published as a preprint on medRxiv in February 2026, examined 120 fibromyalgia patients alongside … Read more

India Creates Its First Ayurveda and Yoga University as Rajasthan Passes Historic Bill

India has taken a landmark step toward preserving and advancing its ancient healing traditions. On March 9, 2026, the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly passed the Rajasthan Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy University Bill, establishing the country’s first dedicated state university for traditional medicine education in the city of Ajmer. The bill, passed by voice vote, creates an … Read more