July 2025

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June 20   On June 20, 2025, IIIT Bangalore joined the global celebration of the 11th International Day of Yoga by organizing ‘Yoga Sangam 2025’ at its Sports Arena. This event aligned with the nationwide initiative led by the Ministry of Ayush. The theme for this year, Yoga for One Earth, One Health, emphasized the interconnectedness of individual well-being and planetary health. The event commenced with a traditional lamp-lighting ceremony, symbolizing the dispelling of darkness and the ushering in of knowledge and wellness. The Registrar and the Sports Officer along with the students of IIIT Bangalore jointly performed this ritual, marking the formal beginning of the day’s activities.The yoga session was led by Ms. Goutami Sinha, a certified yoga instructor renowned for her expertise in holistic wellness practices.
  • Breathing Exercises (Pranayama): Techniques to enhance respiratory health and mental clarity.
  • Asanas: A series of postures aimed at improving flexibility, strength, and balance.
  • Meditation: Guided practices to foster mindfulness and inner peace.
Participants included students, faculty, and staff, all of whom engaged enthusiastically, reflecting the institute’s commitment to promoting a healthy lifestyle.
 June 27

As part of ongoing efforts to enhance the institute’s sports infrastructure, the badminton courts have been upgraded with high-quality synthetic mats. This significant improvement aims to provide players with a better playing experience, improved safety, and a professional-standard surface. The newly refurbished courts were officially inaugurated by Cmde. SR Sridhar, Registrar, IIIT-B along with Dr. Neha Arora, Sports Officer, in the presence of faculty, members staff and students.

About IIIT-B

The International Institute of Information Technology Bangalore is a technical and research university in Bangalore, India. The Institute is a registered not-for-profit society funded jointly by the Government of Karnataka and the IT industry under a public-private partnership model.

For more details: Visit www.iiitb.ac.in

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