Same aggressor targets more pastors in West Bengal
By Matters India Reporter KOLKATA, August 1, 2026: A disturbing pattern of intimidation has emerged in South 24 Parganas, where
Threats on pastor, Christians in Bengal branded ‘anti-nationals’
Matters India Reporter Sandeshkhali, July 31, 2026: A disturbing incident of intimidation and threats against a Christian pastor has shaken
Delhi Archdiocese honors pioneer of interfaith dialogue
By Matters India Reporter New Delhi, July 30, 2026: Religious leaders, clergy, academics and community representatives gathered in New Delhi
Basilica rectors gather in Pondicherry for annual meet
By Matters India Reporter PONDICHERRY, July 30, 2026: Rectors of Latin Church basilicas from across India have gathered in Pondicherry
Same aggressor targets more pastors in West Bengal
By Matters India Reporter KOLKATA, August 1, 2026: A disturbing
Record holder for blood donation in India
By George Kommattam Kanhangad, August 1, 2026: Good Samaritan Sister
Training for ministries to combat substance abuse
By Thomas Scaria Mangaluru, August 1, 2026: After serving leprosy
Brutal assault on students condemned by Catholic press
By Matters India Reporter New Delhi, 25, 2026: The Indian Catholic Press Association (ICPA) has issued a strong condemnation of what it called a “brutal assault on students” during a recent protest at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi, demanding accountability and justice for those affected. “The reported use of excessive
Monsoon disasters spur call for aid across India
By Matters India Reporter Bangkok, July 31, 2026: The Christian Conference of Asia voiced deep concern over the devastation caused by floods and landslides across India, urging churches and humanitarian partners to assist communities grappling with loss, displacement and widespread damage. In a statement released July 28, the regional ecumenical
Asian churches urge action against online trafficking
By Matters India Reporter Bangkok, July 30, 2026: The Christian Conference of Asia called for urgent action against human trafficking linked to cyber scam operations, warning that thousands of people are being exploited through schemes that lure victims with false job opportunities and promises of a better future. In a
Synodality must inspire action, keep Christ at center
By Matters India Reporter Jakarta, July 28, 2026: Synodality must draw the Church closer to Jesus Christ and lead to concrete action rather than remain confined to documents, structures, or pastoral programs, Cardinal Filipe Neri Ferrão said at the closing Mass of the 12th Plenary Assembly of the Federation of
Record holder for blood donation in India
By George Kommattam Kanhangad, August 1, 2026: Good Samaritan Sister Jaya Anto Mangalath holds the national record for the most blood donations by a woman in India. The Talent Record Book recognized her in March 2024 when she gave blood for the 117th time. Mangalath was born in Alappuzha, Kerala
Indian priest’s book on Pope Leo XIV released
By Matters India Reporter Vatican City, March 6, 2026: A book on Pope Leo XIV written in English by Father John Puthuva, an Indian priest who works in Australia, was released in the Vatican. The ceremony was held at the Augustinian Institute in the Vatican. Monsignor Renzo Pegararo, the president
Authoring worlds beyond his years at 12
By Lissy Maruthamkuzhy KOTTAYAM, July 6, 2026: While many 12-year-olds spend their free time playing games or scrolling through social media, Yohan Joseph Biju is busy building fictional worlds, crafting adventures and planning the next installments of a growing novel series. The young author from Kerala has already published three
Kerala riders on tri-nation accessibility awareness ride
C. M. Paul Siliguri, Feb 19, 2026: A team of differently abled riders from Kerala is on a 12,000-km journey across India, Nepal, and Bhutan to create awareness of accessibility. The mission features two wheelchair users with mobility impairments, accompanied by three escorts. Their vehicles—a retrofitted TVS Scooty and a
Towards an All-India prayer movement for justice and peace
By Jose Kuttianimattathil Rome, July 24, 2026: “What can I do?” Many of us ask this question when confronted with injustice, the erosion of human rights, and the growing disregard for truth that we witness every day. Too often, however, the question is not born of a desire to act
Poetic journey of faith, healing, belonging
By George Kommattam Kozhikode, August 1, 2026: In a world filled with conflict, loneliness, and uncertainty, poetry that makes us stop and reflect has a special value. Abhilash Fraizer’s Father: A Collection of Poems is one such work. It is a thoughtful journey through faith, human struggles, hope, and our
Saint or strategist? Venice film Mother recasts Teresa of Calcutta
By C.M. Paul* Kolkata, December 12, 2025 — For decades, Mother Teresa of Calcutta has been canonized in public memory as the “Saint of the Gutters”—a figure of pure compassion beyond reproach. Teona Strugar Mitevska’s new film Mother, which premiered at the Venice International Film Festival opening the Orizzonti section,
