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Meditation can be harmful – and can even make mental health problems worse

The first recorded evidence for this, found in India, is over 1,500 years old. The Dharmatrāta Meditation Scripture, written by a community of Buddhists, describes various practices and includes reports of symptoms of depression and anxiety that can occur after meditation. It also details cognitive anomalies associated with episodes of psychosis, dissociation and depersonalisation.

21 July 2024, 09:43 IST

Meditation can be harmful – and can even make mental health problems worse

Meditation can be harmful – and can even make mental health problems worse

Meditation can be harmful – and can even make mental health problems worse

21 July 2024, 09:43 IST

In Kanyakumari, PM Modi concludes meditation; says he feels divine energy

Modi was clad in saffron while he was engaged in meditation at the Vivekananda Rock Memorial.

01 June 2024, 09:49 IST

In Kanyakumari, PM Modi concludes meditation; says he feels divine energy

In Kanyakumari, PM Modi concludes meditation; says he feels divine energy

In Kanyakumari, PM Modi concludes meditation; says he feels divine energy

01 June 2024, 09:49 IST

PM Modi embarks on Day 2 of meditation in Kanyakumari

At the Vivekananda Rock Memorial, the PM embarked on meditation on the evening of May 30, and he is scheduled to complete it on the evening of Saturday.

01 June 2024, 05:33 IST

PM Modi embarks on Day 2 of meditation in Kanyakumari

PM Modi embarks on Day 2 of meditation in Kanyakumari

PM Modi embarks on Day 2 of meditation in Kanyakumari

01 June 2024, 05:33 IST

From Stress Relief to Improved Sleep: Top benefits of meditation

Meditation is a practice where an individual uses a technique – such as mindfulness, or focusing the mind on a particular object, thought, or activity – to train attention and awareness and achieve a mentally clear, emotionally calm, and stable state. This is a must for everyday well-being. As it has a positive impact on mental and physical health. Here are some key reasons why meditation is important.

31 May 2024, 10:19 IST

From Stress Relief to Improved Sleep: Top benefits of meditation

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From Stress Relief to Improved Sleep: Top benefits of meditation

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From Stress Relief to Improved Sleep: Top benefits of meditation

31 May 2024, 10:19 IST

In Pics | PM Modi meditates at Vivekananda Rock Memorial in Kanyakumari

Prime Minister Modi is on a spiritual visit to Kanyakumari, where he is meditating at the Dhyan Mandapam. This sacred site is believed to be where the revered Hindu philosopher Swami Vivekananda experienced a divine vision of 'Bharat Mata'. Modi will continue his meditation until June 1.

31 May 2024, 09:14 IST

In Pics | PM Modi meditates at Vivekananda Rock Memorial in Kanyakumari

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In Pics | PM Modi meditates at Vivekananda Rock Memorial in Kanyakumari

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In Pics | PM Modi meditates at Vivekananda Rock Memorial in Kanyakumari

31 May 2024, 09:14 IST

PM Modi arrives in Tamil Nadu to embark on 'dhyan' at Vivekananda Rock Memorial

The PM arrived from nearby Thiruvananthapuram and he is scheduled to offer worship at the Bhagavathi Amman temple and later reach Vivekananda Rock Memorial and perform meditation for nearly two days.

30 May 2024, 12:18 IST

PM Modi arrives in Tamil Nadu to embark on 'dhyan' at Vivekananda Rock Memorial

PM Modi arrives in Tamil Nadu to embark on 'dhyan' at Vivekananda Rock Memorial

PM Modi arrives in Tamil Nadu to embark on 'dhyan' at Vivekananda Rock Memorial

30 May 2024, 12:18 IST

No bar in electoral law on PM Modi planning meditation trip ahead of last phase of Lok Sabha polls: Sources

The Congress on Wednesday alleged that Prime Minister Modi was trying to 'circumvent' the silence period restrictions with his 48-hour meditation trip in violation of the Model Code of Conduct.

29 May 2024, 16:06 IST

No bar in electoral law on PM Modi planning meditation trip ahead of last phase of Lok Sabha polls: Sources

No bar in electoral law on PM Modi planning meditation trip ahead of last phase of Lok Sabha polls: Sources

No bar in electoral law on PM Modi planning meditation trip ahead of last phase of Lok Sabha polls: Sources

29 May 2024, 16:06 IST

Congress approaches EC over Modi's rock memorial meditation

A delegation of senior Congress leaders Randeep Surjewala, Abhishek Singhvi and Syed Naseer Hussain submitted a memorandum and urged the EC to ensure that Modi should start his meditation only after the polling concludes on June 1

29 May 2024, 14:39 IST

Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Congress approaches EC over PM Modi's rock memorial meditation, says it violates 48 hour silence period

Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Congress approaches EC over PM Modi's rock memorial meditation, says it violates 48 hour silence period

Congress approaches EC over Modi's rock memorial meditation

29 May 2024, 14:39 IST

Aamir Khan in Nepal for vipassana meditation programme

The 58-year-old star reached Kathmandu on Sunday morning, an official at the Immigration Office said

07 May 2023, 16:55 IST

Aamir Khan in Nepal for vipassana meditation programme

Aamir Khan in Nepal for vipassana meditation programme

Aamir Khan in Nepal for vipassana meditation programme

07 May 2023, 16:55 IST

Vipassana and the power of nothing

Chances are we all have been told to respond, and not to react. But what is wrong with reacting? If you are feeling itchy, why can’t you just scratch and get done with it?

28 April 2023, 21:25 IST

Vipassana and the power of nothing

Vipassana and the power of nothing

Vipassana and the power of nothing

28 April 2023, 21:25 IST