National Council of Churches condemns ambush in Manipur
By Matters India Reporter Dimapur, May 15, 2026: The National Council of Churches in India (NCCI) has expressed “deep shock,
Imphal martyrs remembered: Shepherds who defended their flock
By C.M. Paul Imphal, May 14 2026: Twenty‑five years ago, the Salesian Novitiate at Ngarian, Imphal, became the stage of
Faith-driven course inspires ecological action in Goa
By Matters India Reporter Chicalim, May 12, 2026: Participants of the Green Guardians Certificate Course in Goa shared heartfelt commitments
Pope Leo XIV names new bishop for Warangal
By Matters India Reporters Warangal, May 9, 2026: Pope Leo XIV has appointed Father Vijaya Paul Reddy Duggimpudi, 61, as
National Council of Churches condemns ambush in Manipur
By Matters India Reporter Dimapur, May 15, 2026: The National
Salesians thank civil society for safe release of two brothers
By Matters India Reporter Dimapur, May 14, 2026: The Salesian
Catholic priest’s book explores grace, trust, leadership
By Matters India Reporter Guwahati, May 14, 2026: Journey of
Salesians thank civil society for safe release of two brothers
By Matters India Reporter Dimapur, May 14, 2026: The Salesian Province of Dimapur has expressed profound gratitude following the safe release of Brother Pamei Aching Albert SDB and Brother Poji Kiivisie Peter SDB, who were held captive since the night of May 13. In an official communication from the Don
Chicago hosts first gathering of Malayalam-speaking religious sisters
By Matters India Reporter Chicago, April 19, 2026: The first-ever gathering of Malayalam-speaking religious sisters serving in the United States and Canada opened at the Sacred Heart Knanaya Catholic Church in Bensenville, Chicago, according to Apnades. The April 18 event,
UN official condemns Trump, defends pope’s peace mission
By C. M. Paul New Delhi, April 16, 2026: Dominic
Heads of churches in Holy Land urge hope amid war
By Matters India Reporter Jerusalem, April 2, 2026: Christian leaders
Micro-minority status: Misplaced priorities and lost opportunities
By Jacob Peenikaparambil Indore, Feb 28, 2026: The New Indian Express reported on February 24 that federal on Minister for Minority Affairs Kiren Rijiju had promised to consider favorably a request from the Major Archbishop of the Syro-Malabar Church, Mar
Interrogating Vande Bharat trains’ culture
By George Mutholil Rome, Jan 30, 2026: Who doesn’t enjoy a ride on the Vande Bharat trains in India? It is on par with some of the world’s best train services in terms of convenience, cleanliness, and service. I enjoyed
Catholic priest’s Sanskrit film wins major international recognition
By Matters India Reporter Darwin, May 12, 2016: Father John Puthuva, the first Catholic priest to direct a Sanskrit film, has won international acclaim with his debut feature “Ekaki.” The film was named Best Indian Feature Film at the Travancore International Film Awards, adding to several honours including the Film
Exhibition of paintings by Capuchin priests concludes
Thrissur: Stigmata, An exhibition of paintings by Fr. Joby Maryson Capuchin and an exhibition of pen sketches by Fr. R.V. Capuchin was held at Kerala Lalithakala Acadami in Thrissur from 30 April to 5 May 2018. Fr Joby Marson Capuchin, an ardent admirer of mural paintings, show-cased about 12 sets
Dangal gets ranked as number one film in China
Ever since, Aamir Khan’s 2016 smash hit Dangal has beaten all box office records to become the highest grossing Hindi film worldwide, crossing the Rs 2,000 crore (20000 million) mark, a limit even Bahubali 2: The Conclusion had failed to surpass, the film has continued to be in news for its