India must protect freedom, dignity, says Indian Catholic Church head
Cardinal Anthony Poola urges India to protect freedoms, uphold dignity and defend communities amid concerns over violence and funding restrictions.
Assam Christian Forum praises review of foreign funding bill
The Assam Christian Forum expressed deep gratitude to India’s government after the FCRA Amendment Bill 2026 was referred for review.
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Sr. Theresa Aletheia, Sisters of the Little Way, insists evangelization begins with vulnerability, honesty, and moral awareness, not metrics or images.
Calcutta archbishop joins Vatican dicastery for evangelization mission
Pope Leo appoints Calcutta Archbishop Elias Frank to the Vatican evangelization dicastery, advancing India’s role in the universal Church’s mission.
Belthangady bishop offers hope on dual August celebration
Syro-Malabar bishop linked Indian Independence Day to Feast of the Assumption, urging social justice, peace, and hope for eternal life.
Archbishop warns government-imposed restrictions must not block compassion
Major Archbishop Raphael Thattil says growing restrictions must not weaken Catholic charitable work or deny essential assistance to vulnerable people.
Tamil Nadu bishops lead Black Day for Dalit Christians
Dalit Christians across Tamil Nadu rallied, demanding Scheduled Caste status and equal constitutional rights through peaceful protests and awareness programmes.
India’s Catholic leaders seek parliamentary review of funding bill
Indian Catholic leaders support accountability on foreign contributions but urge parliamentary review of the 2026 FCRA amendment bill and consultation.
Bishop praises Indian communicator elected SIGNIS vice president
Bishop Vijaya Kumar, chairman of India’s bishops’ communications office, praised Magimai Pragasam’s election, calling it a significant moment for India.
Bishop links true independence with diversity, dignity for all
Bishop Lumen Monteiro of Agartala in his Independence Day message urges Indians to embrace diversity, dignity, unity and responsible citizenship.
Church calls for mercy, end to capital punishment
The Church invites people to hear the cry, heal the wound, and revive hope for millions of incarcerated individuals worldwide.
Pope appoints Arunachal bishop to international catechesis council
Pope Leo appoints Miao Bishop George Pallipparambil to Vatican’s International Council for Catechesis, highlighting his missionary experience among indigenous communities.
Fishermen rescue delays draw strong criticism from bishops
Kerala Catholic bishops condemn rescue delays, demand trained personnel, modern equipment and fishermen’s expertise to protect coastal communities during monsoon.
Collective marketing model expands opportunities for smallholders
New Delhi (Indian Catholic News) — A smallholder-led agricultural marketing model in central India has
Kerala bishops welcome court ruling easing forest restrictions
Kerala bishops welcomed a Supreme Court ruling, saying it protects farmers’ livelihoods while safeguarding environmental conservation and community welfare together.