Results from Tag: 'indian catholic church'
Indian Priest Who Joined Hindu Nationalist Party Relieved of Duties by Bishop
‘His action violated the canon law, which prohibits priests from joining political parties without permission,’ Bishop John Nellikunnel said.
India’s Christian Rights Network Not Hopeful After Meeting With Minorities Commission
Dayal told CNA Sunday that it is not clear that the government is serious about pursuing cases of violence against Christians.
Indian Prime Minister Modi Finally Comments on Manipur Violence, Church Says It Is ‘Too Late’
While he finally condemned the continuing bloodshed, more than two months after Christians were targeted by deadly ethnic strife, critics say his muted response refutes claims his Hindu nationalist party will protect Christians’ security.
Pope Francis Accepts Resignation of Indian Bishop Cleared of Rape Charge in Civil Trial
The bishop was charged in April 2019 with rape, unnatural sex, wrongful confinement, and criminal intimidation.
Amid Continuing Conflict in Manipur, Catholics Strive to Extend Relief to Victims
With the state crippled by the bloody ethnic conflict since May 3, extended curfews and internet shutdowns have paralyzed normal day-to-day life.
Christians Targeted in Bloody Ethnic Conflict in India’s Manipur State
An estimated 160 people have died since the violence erupted in the northeastern Indian state on May 3.
Indian Christians Skeptical After Hindu Prime Minister’s Easter Visit to Catholic Cathedral
While not critical of Modi’s visit, they question the sincerity of his outreach to the nation’s persecuted Christian minority.
Catholic Church Leaders in India Welcome Government Opposition to Same-Sex Civil Marriage
Responding to petitions filed by homosexual activists with India’s Supreme Court, the federal government told the court ‘the legal recognition of marriage is for heterosexual relationships’ only.
