Mandya Diocese implements strict controls on mission financial appeals
Bishop Sebastian Adayanthrath enforces new regulations on mission appeals to ensure fundraising requests do not impose undue burdens on parishioners.
Dioceses
Jalandhar bishop marks first year, outlines vision for ‘synodal Church’
Bishop Jose Sebastian Thekkumcherikunnel called on the diocese to journey as one family of faith, rooted in communion and mission.
India’s Syro Malabar Church marks century of Catholic newspaper
Syro Malabar Archdiocese of Ernakulam-Angamaly urges faithful to uphold reading and dialogue as its Satyadeepam weekly marks its centenary year.
New Goa Archdiocese directory highlights Church services, institutions
The Goa Archdiocese has released its 2026-27 Directory, offering detailed information on parishes, institutions and services across Goa and Daman.
Guidelines detail expectations for clergy in Jaipur Diocese
The official website of Jaipur Diocese features comprehensive guidelines governing the life, ministry, and administrative duties of its diocesan clergy.
Guwahati pastoral plan sets 10 priorities for mission
Guwahati Archdiocese’s pastoral plan sets 10 priorities, focusing on evangelization, families, social service, health, women, youth, education, ecumenism and media.
In fast-paced world, Syro Malabar Church appeals for vocations
Archdiocese of Ernakulam-Angamaly urges youth on Vocation Day to embrace priestly and religious lives as essential “co-workers” executing divine plans.
Mandatory wire transfers, GST compliance set for grants
Cuddapah Diocese mandates strict compliance with Foreign Contribution Regulation Act rules and guidelines for all beneficiaries receiving foreign project funds.
Bangalore Church seeks inquiry into three forest shootings
Bangalore Archdiocese seeks independent judicial inquiry into three deaths after Forest Department personnel shot three men in Cauvery Wildlife Division.
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.
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.
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.
Bombay Archdiocese warns Maharashtra religion law threatens minority rights
Bombay Archdiocese warns Maharashtra’s new religion law could enable arbitrary harassment of religious minorities despite supporting action against forced conversions.
Church shifts Assam flood appeal from relief to rehabilitation
Dibrugarh Diocese seeks urgent support to rebuild homes, restore livelihoods and help Assam flood survivors recover dignity after widespread devastation.
Trichur issues revised guidelines to strengthen parish coordination
Trichur archbishop has issued revised parish guidelines to revive inactive coordination teams, strengthen pastoral coordination and implement archdiocesan priorities effectively.