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Goa Christians Welcome Arrest Over Remarks Against St. Francis Xavier

Goan Christians and diverse religious communities have welcomed the arrest of YouTuber Gautam Khattar following his offensive remarks against St. Francis Xavier, the state’s patron saint. During an April 18 event, Khattar allegedly labeled the saint a “terrorist” and insulted his preserved remains, sparking widespread protests and multiple police complaints. Khattar was apprehended in Himachal […]

CCBI Programme in Goa Highlights New Approach to Priestly Formation

A week-long formation programme organised by the Conference of Catholic Bishops of India (CCBI) has called for a renewed vision in the training of priests and religious leaders. The programme was held at Shanti Sadan in Benaulim from April 20 to 25. It brought together 25 formators from dioceses and religious congregations across India for […]

Justice Kurian Joseph Elected YMCA India National President

Former Supreme Court judge Kurian Joseph has been elected as the National President of the YMCA India, beginning a new chapter of service after his judicial career. Born on November 30, 1953, in Kerala, he started his legal career at the Kerala High Court after studying at Government Law College in Ernakulam. He later became […]

CCBI Bids Farewell toArchbishop Leopoldo Girelli in New Delhi

The Conference of Catholic Bishops of India (CCBI) gave a warm farewell to Leopoldo Girelli at a special gathering in New Delhi on April 23, 2026. Archbishop Girelli served as the Apostolic Nuncio to India and Nepal from March 13, 2021, to April 23, 2026. The farewell programme was held at the Apostolic Nunciature and […]

Bishop Alex Vadakumthala Appointed Advisor to Jesus Youth International

Alex Joseph Vadakumthala has been appointed as the Ecclesiastical Advisor of Jesus Youth International, marking an important step in his service to the global Church. The bishop from Kerala has already been serving as the advisor to Jesus Youth India for the past six years. His new role at the international level is seen as […]

Media Conference in Ghaziabad Promotes Solution-Based Journalism for Nation Building

Academicians, media profe-ssionals, and spiritual leaders gathered in Ghaziabad to discuss the role of journalism in building a better nation. The Fourth Na-tional Media Conference 2026, organised by NISCORT Media College in collaboration with Brahma Kumaris, focused on promoting “solution-based journalism.” The theme of the conference was “Solution Based Media for a Prosperous Bharat.” Participants […]

CBCI Urges Dioceses to Celebrate World Social Communications Day

The Catholic Bishops’ Con-ference of India has invited dio-ceses to celebrate the 60th World Day of Social Communications on May 17, 2026. Centered on Pope Leo XIV’s theme, “Pre-serving Human Voices and Faces,” the initiative emphasizes authentic human connection over mere information sharing. The CBCI warns that while digital technology and artificial intelligence offer benefits, […]