By Lissy Maruthanakuzhy Bandra, Feb 10, 2026: A sound and light permanent exhibition helps pray the five mysteries at Mount Mary Basilica in Mumbai’s Bandra, pilgrims say. The 50-minute “Pranam Maria” (Hail Mary) presents the scenes of the Rosary’s 20 decades, said Pauline Sister Vimala Savarimuthu after a visit toContinue Reading
By Thomas Scaria Kolkata, Feb 9, 2026: The three-year-long centenary celebrations of Salesian of the Kolkata province has ended in a grand finale stressing renewed efforts to empower the youth. More than 2,000 people, including heads of 12 Salesian provinces in India and Sri Lanka, major superiors of religious congregationsContinue Reading
By Matters India Reporter Bengaluru, Feb 7, 2026: History was made February 7 when the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of India elected Cardinal Antony Poola, archbishop of Hyderabad, as its president for a two-year term. The 64-year-old cardinal is the first Dalit prelate to head India’s nearly 20 million Catholics. EarlierContinue Reading
C. M.Paul Siliguri, Feb. 6, 2026: Rector Major of Salesians Fr. Fabio Attard on a visit to Siliguri released “Centennial Reflections: 100 Years of Salesians in Kolkata,” February 6, 2026. The book published by Salesian College Research and Publication Centre, Sonada has a 247-pages and is edited by Fr. Dr.Continue Reading
By C.M. Paul Kolkata, February 4 2026: The Salesian Rector Major, Fater Fabio Attard, begins his maiden visit to India as Superior General, a 13‑day journey from 5 to 17 February 2026. His itinerary spans three Salesian Provinces—Kolkata, New Delhi, and Chennai—each offering a unique context for encounter, animation, andContinue Reading
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 a trip in the Executive Class with revolving chairs thatContinue Reading
C.M. Paul Siliguri, January 31, 2026: A new academic title, An Introduction to Buddhism, was formally released during the inaugural ceremony of Sangam – Ethnic Day 2026 at Salesian College (Autonomous), Siliguri, 31 January. The book was launched by Principal Fr (Dr) Babu Joseph in the presence of its author,Continue Reading
By George Kommattam Chevayur, Jan 31, 2026: A parish in the diocese of Thamarassery has honored St. Devasahayam Pillai by staging a drama on the life of India’s first martyr saint. The Nithya Sahaya Matha Church (Church of Our Lady of Perpetual Help) in Kozhikode’s Chevayoor staged “Kattadimalayile Raktha Pushpam”Continue Reading
By George Kommattam Kozhikode, Jan 29, 2026: The head of the Catholic religious in Kerala has welcomed the state government decision to extend social security benefits to eligible women living in religious institutions. “As a nun, I welcome the Kerala cabinet decision to remove barriers that denied eligible unmarried womenContinue Reading
By George Kommattam Chalakudy, Jan 29, 2026: For Sister Soniya K. Chacko, digital platforms have become an unexpected and powerful mission field. Born in a farming family in the southwestern Indian state of Kerala and drawn to writing and creative expression as a teen, Sister Soniya, as she is popularlyContinue Reading
