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The Church must guard its children online‍

Church voices in India are reflecting on a growing concern over children’s use of social media, following a proposal by the Government of Karnataka to restrict access for those under 16. The proposal, announced by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, has sparked debate across society. While details are st

CBCI President Extends Eid Greetings, Calls for Unity and Compassion

Anthony Cardinal Poola, president of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of India, extended warm greetings to the Muslim community in India on the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr. In his message, he wished “dear Muslim brothers and sisters” and marked the end of the holy month of Ramadan, a time of prayer, fasting, and spiritual renewal. He highlighted […]

Supreme Court: Conversion to Christianity Ends Scheduled Caste Status

The Supreme Court of India on March 24 upheld a ruling that a person who converts to Christianity cannot be considered a member of a Scheduled Caste. The court affirmed an earlier decision of the Andhra Pradesh High Court on the issue. The judgment referred to the Constitution (Scheduled Castes) Order, 1950, which states that […]

Carmelites bring back down-to-earth priest as leader

The Carmelites of Mary Immaculate (CMI), the largest men’s congregation of the Syro-Malabar Church, has elected Father Paul Achandy as its prior general for the second time. The election was held on March 19 during the 39th General Chapter at Chavara Hills in Kochi. Father Achandy, 62, had earlier served as prior general for six […]

Maharashtra becomes latest Indian state to pass anti-conversion law

The Maharashtra Legislative Assembly on March 16 passed the Freedom of Religion Bill 2026, despite opposition from Christian groups and some political parties. The bill will become law after approval by the Legislative Council and the state governor. The move makes Maharashtra the latest state to introduce a law regulating religious conversions. The ruling Bharatiya […]

Christian teenager forced to chant Hindu slogan by mob in Indian state

Christian leaders in Chhattisgarh have expressed serious concern after a teenage Christian boy was allegedly assaulted by a mob and forced to chant “Jai Shri Ram.” A video of the incident, reportedly from Champa district, appeared on social media on March 18. It shows the boy being slapped, held by his collar, and forced to […]