FILE - India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi holds up his hands in a "namaste," a traditional Indian greeting, as he arrives for an official visit to Britain, in London, Nov. 12, 2015.

The Indian way of greeting Namaste is now becoming the preferred way to greet. Even Bollywood star Salman Kahn said let it be either “namaste” or “salaam” till corona is cured worldwide.

“Namaste” is a Sanskrit word that is often used to end a yoga class. It is a respectful Indian greeting that translates literally as “I bow to you.” ...

Coronavirus: Indian greeting namaste goes global Close In an effort to stop the spread of the coronavirus, more people, including global leaders, are using the Indian greeting of namaste.

India's cultural diversity is evident in the unique greetings used across various states. While 'Namaste' is widely recognized, local variations like 'Namaskaram' in Andhra Pradesh and 'Nomoskar ...

COVID-19 pandemic is causing changes in how we greet each other. The traditional Indian way of greeting with folded hands (Namaste) is now being preferred over handshake. Namaste has more to it ...

India, March 7 -- Indian ... The Namaste at the Oscars 2025 has reinforced the idea of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam: ... This symbolic gesture was not merely a greeting but a powerful moment of ...

The Namaste was not just a greeting; it was an invitation for the world to recognise Indian cinema’s true potential. The time to capitalise on this moment is now.