Civil society urges safeguards in India’s foreign funding law
Nattai Kappom (Save the Nation) has urged safeguards in proposed FCRA changes, including protection for worship places and charitable institutions.
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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.
Diocese urges strict compliance needs for foreign funding bill
Syro-Malabar Chanda diocesan circular urges strict financial transparency, proper accounting, and faithful management following the proposed FRCA regulation law amendments.
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.
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.
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.
Indian bishops press government on rights amid mounting Christian concerns
India’s Catholic bishops urged government action on foreign funding rules, caste rights, anti-Christian violence, and Manipur state’s worsening humanitarian crisis.
Kerala bishops challenge proposed foreign contribution restrictions nationwide
Kerala Catholic bishops urged India’s government to withdraw proposed FCRA amendments, warning they threaten constitutional rights, welfare services and development.
Bishops announce prayer day in India amid foreign funding concerns
Catholic Bishops’ Conference of India sets June 28 nationwide prayer and civic engagement amid concerns over legislation affecting Church ministries.
Church legal cell expands campaign against foreign funding rules
Catholic bishops in India warned that proposed amendments to the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act could severely affect charitable and religious institutions working among poor communities, prompting nationwide consultations, media outreach and legal advocacy efforts.
Concerns grow as Church questions foreign funding reforms
Syro Malabar Church calls on Indian government to address concerns over proposed FCRA amendments, warning
Church memorandum warns funding law changes could harm civil society
CBCI urges lawmakers to protect pluralism, due process and charitable service as proposed amendments to
Catholic bishops say foreign funding law threatens NGOs, minorities
CBCI warns proposed foreign funding law changes could tighten state control, threaten NGOs and minority