Tag: India
Pope Francis confirms new head of Syro-Malabar Catholic Church
Thattil’s election comes amid an ongoing bitter dispute over a decision by Church leaders to institute a uniform liturgy
Activists, women hail Supreme Court verdict in Bilkis Bano case
The apex court termed the Gujarat government order a “fraud act” and asked the convicts to surrender in two weeks and return to jail
Christians distance from Christmas celebration with PM Modi
When these Christian representatives spoke at the reception, they were giving tacit approval to the omission and commission of this government
India gets four new Catholic bishops
The Pope accepted the resignations of Jesuit Archbishop Felix Toppo of Ranchi and Bishop Lourdunada Daniel after they crossed 75 years
Indian Prime Minister urged to follow up Christmas message
The prime minister had invited representatives of various Christian denominations for the December 25 celebration
Papal Christmas deadline over Syro-Malabar rift is met, but Indian archdiocese...
Protests and disruptions to Masses were observed around the archdiocese, but it remains to be seen whether there will be consequences
Indian Prime Minister breaks tradition, hosts Christmas celebration for Christian leaders
The Christmas meeting and the Prime Minister's words are a first step towards hope of a distinction in relationships
Indian bishops call for prayer for Manipur, conflict-stricken regions on Christmas
Ethnic violence has ravaged the northeastern Indian state of Manipur since May 3, leaving thousands homeless.
Dissenting priests in Syro-Malabar Church protest Pope Francis’ Christmas deadline
The Eucharistic liturgy of the Syro-Malabar Church, known as the Holy Qurbana, has been the subject of a long, complex dispute
U.S. religious freedom watchdog urges White House to list India as...
US State Department defines a Country of Particular Concern as one that has engaged in or tolerated severe violations of religious freedom
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