By Nirmala Carvalho Mumbai, Feb 19, 2026: The head of the Catholic Church in Chhattisgarh has raised concern over the Supreme Court dismissal of a plea challenging restrictions imposed on Christian missionaries and pastors seeking to enter certain tribal villages in the central Indian state. On February 16, the SupremeContinue 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
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 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
By C.M. Paul Kolkata, Jan. 20, 2026: The centenary celebrations of the Kolkata Salesian province will conclude on February 8 with the installation of Father Sunil Kerketta as its 18th provincial. The installation ceremony at Nitika Don Bosco will be presided over by Salesian Rector Major Father Fabio Attard. “ThisContinue Reading
By George Kommattam Kozhikode, Jan 17, 2026: When Sister Jomol Kreupasanam stood before the altar on November 21, 2025, to consecrate her life to God, it ended her years of study, work and search. “I wanted to respond only when I was certain this was truly God’s call,” said theContinue Reading
By Lissy Maruthanakuzhy New Delhi, Jan 9, 2026: A 37-year-old man from Kerala is on an all-India cycle tour with a special mission: to build India’s first enclave for the disabled. Raneesh Thattaruparambil, a mobile shop owner, and his schoolteacher friend began the journey on January 10, 2021, collecting justContinue Reading
By A Santhanam Madurai, Dec 28, 2025: The National Lawyers Forum of Religious and Priests (NLFRP) has strongly condemned the alarming escalation of anti-Christian and anti-constitutional activities across India during December 2025, particularly targeting Christmas celebrations. “These incidents are neither isolated nor spontaneous. They reflect a disturbing and systematic patternContinue Reading
Matters India Reporter Jhabua, Dec 27, 2025: A rally organised by the Bajrang Dal, involving more than 500 participants, passed through predominantly Christian localities in Thandla town on Christmas Day, raising concerns of intimidation among the community. The procession moved past a Catholic residential colony and the local church despiteContinue Reading
