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Indian veteran journalist will receive the 'Sargapeedam 2023' award

The Elias Club and Chavara Thinkers Forum, two organizations named after Catholic Saint Kuriakose Elias Chavara, have jointly awarded Jose Kalathil, a senior journalist.
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Effective Catechesis is aimed at Catechetical Ministry Course for Diocesan Directors

Cardinal Filipe Neri said, "As catechists, God calls us, forms us, and sends us for a particular apostolate."
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Celebrating 50 Years: Golden Jubilee of Tamil Nadu Catholic Youth Movement in India

A Milestone of Faith: Reflecting on 50 Years of Youth Empowerment and Leadership.
Feature Story

St. Thomas Cathedral Basilica: Built Over the Tomb of the First Evangelist in India

This magnificent church was built over the tomb of Thomas the Apostle, who died in Chennai and whose body was buried in Mylapore.
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Indian Canossian Nun honored with Sisters' Anti-Trafficking Award

As a social worker, Sr. Grasy has helped survivors and participated in rescue operations with the International Justice Mission and Justice and Care.
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Indian youth elected international secretary general of IYCS

The International Young Catholic Students (IYCS) elected Roshan Melwyn Lobo as its Secretary General.
Church in Asia

India: Cardinal Ferrão unveils Pastoral Letter, urges missionary command to 'Go and Proclaim'

"Go, Proclaim the Good News'
Church in Asia

In Memoriam: Archbishop Thumma Bala (1944–2024)

Archbishop Thumma Bala's leadership was characterized by compassion, wisdom, and a deep understanding of pastoral care.
Church in Asia

India: Migrant Commission Launches Project Inclusion on Empowering informal Migrant Workers

The initiative aims to ensure all migrant workers have equal access to fundamental rights and services.
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Six Carmelites brothers make solemn profession in India

Br.Pranay Pereira, Br Alwin D'Souza, Br Elston Monteiro, Br Stin Georg, Br Loy Crasta, and Hilary Rodrigues
Church in Asia

Despite ethnic conflict, Manipur's Catholic Church celebrates 40 years of faith and perseverance

Faith Unyielding: The 40-Year Legacy of the Catholic Church in Manipur Amidst Ethnic Strife
Church in Asia

Remembering Bishop Joseph Gomes: A Life of Service and Faith in Krishnagar

Bishop Joseph Suren Gomes died at 80.
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Surviving the Violence: Father Stephen Touthang’s Ordeal in Manipur

He described himself as "standing amid death, God's hand and protection were invisible and had taken me home safely."
Asian News

India: Archdiocese of Hyderabad celebrates 58th World Communication Day

Theme of the event: "Artificial Intelligence and the Wisdom of the Heart: Toward a Fully Human Communication.
Asian News

India: Father Antony Valumkal appointed new Auxiliary bishop of Verapoly Archdiocese

Pope Francis has named Fr. Antony Valumkal, aged 55, as the auxiliary bishop of the Archdiocese of Verapoly.
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Jubilee 2025: A week-long study of Vatican II documents in West Bengal

The Bengal Regional Bishops' Council (BRBC) delved into the Four Constitutions of the Second Vatican Council for a week.
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India: Fr Wilfred Gregory Moras, New Coadjutor Bishop of Jhansi

Pope Francis named 55-year-old Lucknow priest Father Wilfred Gregory Moras Coadjutor Bishop for the Diocese of Jhansi in Uttar Pradesh.
Church in Asia

India: Formators pledge to nurture vocations in the early stages of formation

'Vocation comes from God and highlights the role of the Holy Spirit as the primary formator in the journey toward priesthood and religious life,' said Fr. Eugene D. Silva, CSsR.
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Indian bishops appoint Sr. Jenifer as coordinator of the health apostolate

The CCBI named Sr. Jenifer Prafulla D'Souza Health Apostolate coordinator.
Asian News

India: New Carmelite priest ordained in Karwar Diocese

'God sends a priest to proclaim the Gospel' Bishop Dumingo Dias.

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