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India's First Deaf-Mute Priest Ordained in Kerala
Geo George - May 2024

In a groundbreaking moment that reverberated through the ancient halls of Our Lady of Dolours Basilica in Thrissur, Kerala,…

Indian bishops urge govt to allow shooting of wild animals
Staff Reporter - February 2024

Farmers should be allowed to protect themselves, bishops say after a spate of human-wildlife conflict deaths.

Catholic bishops…

Priest who challenged Nazis my role model - Suresh Mathew
Jose Kavi - November 2023

Father Suresh Mathew, the outgoing editor of Indian Currents weekly, says the Church should not identify with regressive and…

Indian Sister's Courageous Anti-Trafficking Work Wins International Award
Geo George - November 2023

In the bustling city of Krishnangar, West Bengal, India, there exists a beacon of hope, a courageous figure whose…

Church condemns explosions during prayer meeting
Staff Reporter - October 2023

The Syro-Malabar Church has expressed shock and pain at a series of explosions during a prayer meeting of Jehovah’s…

Jerusalem Patriarch offers to be exchanged for Gaza hostages
Staff Reporter - October 2023

The Catholic Church’s top official in the Holy Land has expressed his willingness to exchange himself for the children…

Veteran journalist Jose Kavi receives prestigious ICPA Award
Thazha Thomas - September 2023

The Indian Catholic Press Association (ICPA) has honoured Jose Kavi, the Managing Editor of Matters India with the prestigious…

Kandhamal's remarkable journey from tragedy to triumph, faith overcomes persecution
Shireen Bhatia - September 2023

In the remote Kandhamal district of Odisha, a remarkable transformation has taken place over the past 15 years, turning…

How Did a Church Transform into a Space Station, Sparking India's Space Odyssey?
Geo George - September 2023

Eminent space scientists Dr. Homi Bhabha and Prof. Vikram Sarabhai were scouting for a place to establish a space…