PM Modi attends Catholic Bishops' Christmas event, calls for unity and harmony
2 weeks, 2 days ago

PM Modi attends Catholic Bishops' Christmas event, calls for unity and harmony

India Today  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said that the significance of love, harmony, and brotherhood are central to the teachings of Lord Christ. Speaking at the Christmas celebrations hosted by the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of India, Modi expressed sorrow over violence and societal disruptions, highlighting the need for a human-centric approach to tackling global challenges. Referencing past tragedies, including the Christmas market attack in Germany and the 2019 Easter bombings in Sri Lanka, Modi underscored the necessity of collective action to combat such threats. For us, all these missions are not mere diplomatic missions but an emotional commitment to bringing back family members," PM Modi said as quoted by news agency PTI. Founded in 1944, the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of India works closely with the Catholic community across the country, fostering unity and service.

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Kerala Bishop slams PM Modi’s Christmas ‘drama’ – ‘isn’t there a phrase in Malayalam’
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Kerala Bishop slams PM Modi’s Christmas ‘drama’ – ‘isn’t there a phrase in Malayalam’

Live Mint  

A senior priest of the Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church in Kerala has sparked a controversy by taking a dig at the Bharatiya Janata Party and Prime Minister Narendra Modi through a social media post on Christmas eve. The bishop termed Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s presence at the Christmas celebrations hosted by the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of India in New Delhi …

Orthodox bishop hits out at PM Modi over Christmas event
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2 weeks, 1 day ago

Orthodox bishop hits out at PM Modi over Christmas event

Hindustan Times  

A senior bishop of the Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church in Kerala took a dig at the Bharatiya Janata Party and Prime Minister Narendra Modi through a social media post on Tuesday, ahead of Christmas, sparking a controversy. Prime Minister Narendra Modi attend the Christmas celebrations hosted by the Catholic Bishops' Conference of India, on the CBCI Centre premises in New …

Attempt to spread violence pains my heart: PM at Christmas event
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2 weeks, 2 days ago

Attempt to spread violence pains my heart: PM at Christmas event

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi: It pains my heart when there are attempts to spread violence and cause chaos in society, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said at a Christmas event on Monday while referring to the recent attack at a Christmas market in Germany that killed five people and Sri Lanka’s 2019 Easter bombings. Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a group picture with …

PM Modi celebrates Christmas with Catholic Bishops Conference of India| Photos
2 weeks, 2 days ago

PM Modi celebrates Christmas with Catholic Bishops Conference of India| Photos

Hindustan Times  

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PM Modi celebrates Christmas with Catholic Bishops Conference of India| Photos
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PM Modi celebrates Christmas with Catholic Bishops Conference of India| Photos

Hindustan Times  

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PM Modi at Christmas celebrations: It pains my heart when there are attempts to spread violence in society
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PM Modi at Christmas celebrations: It pains my heart when there are attempts to spread violence in society

Live Mint  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said that it pains his heart when there are attempts to spread violence in society. Citing the Christmas market attack in Germany and the 2019 Easter bombings in Sri Lanka, Modi said it is important to come together and fight such challenges. For us, all these missions are not mere diplomatic missions but an …

PM Modi attends Christmas celebrations hosted by Catholic Bishops Conference of India | PICS
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PM Modi attends Christmas celebrations hosted by Catholic Bishops Conference of India | PICS

India TV News  

Image Source : X 1/10 Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday attended the Christmas celebrations hosted by the Catholic Bishops' Conference of India at the CBCI Centre premises in New Delhi. Image Source : X 3/10 Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasised that the teachings of Lord Christ celebrate love, harmony, and brotherhood, and urged everyone to work together to strengthen …

Teachings of Christ celebrate love, harmony, and brotherhood: PM Modi at Christmas event
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Teachings of Christ celebrate love, harmony, and brotherhood: PM Modi at Christmas event

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: The teachings of Lord Christ celebrate love, harmony and brotherhood and it is important for all to work to make this spirit stronger, Prime Minsiter Narendra Modi said here on Monday. Citing the Christmas market attack in Germany and the 2019 Easter bombings in Sri Lanka, Modi said it is important to come together and fight such challenges. …

Indian Priest George Koovakad Elevated To Cardinal By Pope Francis, PM Modi Hails Historic Vatican Ceremony
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Indian Priest George Koovakad Elevated To Cardinal By Pope Francis, PM Modi Hails Historic Vatican Ceremony

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Thiruvananthapuram, Dec 7 : In a grand consistory held in the Vatican on Saturday, 51-year-old Indian priest George Jacob Koovakad was elevated to the rank of cardinal by Pope Francis. "It is a matter of immense pride for India that Archbishop George Koovakad will be created as a Cardinal by His Holiness Pope Francis," Prime Minister Narendra Modi posted on …

Pope Francis likely to visit India post-2025 Jubilee Year celebrations, says Union minister
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Pope Francis likely to visit India post-2025 Jubilee Year celebrations, says Union minister

Hindustan Times  

Union minister George Kurian said on Saturday that Pope Francis' visit to India is likely to take place after 2025, designated as the "Jubilee Year" by the Catholic Church. Pope Francis Kurian mentioned that India already extended an official invitation to the Pope, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi personally inviting him. Pope's visit to India George Jacob Koovakad, 51, from …

Central team to witness historic ordination of Kerala priest at Vatican tomorrow
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Central team to witness historic ordination of Kerala priest at Vatican tomorrow

India Today  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved a high-level delegation to visit Vatican City on Saturday to attend the elevation of Monsignor George Jacob Koovakad, a priest from Kerala, to the rank of cardinal. The seven-member delegation is led by Union Minister of State for Minority Affairs George Kurian and comprises former Union Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar, Congress MP Kodikunnil Suresh, Rajya …

PM Modi sends delegation to Vatican to witness Kerala priest's ordination as cardinal
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PM Modi sends delegation to Vatican to witness Kerala priest's ordination as cardinal

Op India  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is sending a high-level Indian delegation to witness the ordination of Monsignor George Jacob Koovakad as a cardinal by the Pope at a function to be held in the Vatican City on Saturday, said former Union Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar. This delegation being sent by PM @narendramodi will convey the good wishes of PM, the christian community …

Kerala Congress apologises to Christians for mocking the Pope, comparing Modi to Jesus
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Kerala Congress apologises to Christians for mocking the Pope, comparing Modi to Jesus

Op India  

Amidst a backlash over an X post equating Prime Minister Narendra Modi to ‘God’ and mocking the Pope, the Kerala unit of Congress has ‘apologised’ on the 16th of June. Congress is a movement that unites all religions and faiths and leads the people forward in a friendly atmosphere.” The Congress party added that none of its workers would think …

Church condemns Kerala Minister’s remarks on priests who attended PM Modi’s Christmas programme
1 year ago

Church condemns Kerala Minister’s remarks on priests who attended PM Modi’s Christmas programme

The Hindu  

The Kerala Catholic Bishops’ Council has reacted strongly against remarks made by Kerala’s Fisheries and Cultural Affairs Minister Saji Cherian and former Minister K.T. He said both Mr. Cherian and Mr. Jaleel appeared to be using “the same dictionary” when it came to remarks against the Christmas celebrations and those who attended the celebrations. The KCBC took umbrage at Mr. …

PM Modi shares glimpse of school students celebrating Christmas during PMO tour | WATCH VIDEO
1 year ago

PM Modi shares glimpse of school students celebrating Christmas during PMO tour | WATCH VIDEO

India TV News  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi today shared a video of school students sharing their delight while taking a tour of his residence on the occasion of Christmas. The group of students is also heard singing Christmas and New Year wishes during the interaction the prime minister had with the members of the Christian community. PM address to Christian community on Christmas: …

Evening brief: PM Modi on Jesus Christ; Kapil Sibal’s defence on VP Dhankhar’s mimicry, all latest news
1 year ago

Evening brief: PM Modi on Jesus Christ; Kapil Sibal’s defence on VP Dhankhar’s mimicry, all latest news

Hindustan Times  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi hosted a Christmas event at his Delhi residence, extending greetings to the Christian community. Dig deeper Prime Minister Narendra Modi with Christian community members during Christmas celebrations at 7, Lok Kalyan Marg, in New Delhi, Monday, Dec. 25, 2023. Dig deeper Latest News Congress chief Kharge accuses BJP of weaponising suspension of MPs to undermine democracy …

PM Modi underlines his 'old and close bond' with Christian community on Christmas, recalls meeting Pope
1 year ago

PM Modi underlines his 'old and close bond' with Christian community on Christmas, recalls meeting Pope

India TV News  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday addressed the members of the Christian community on Christmas and extended greetings on the occasion. PM recalls meeting with Pope PM Modi said that he shares an “old and close” bond with the Christian community, and recalled his meeting with Holy Pope in October 2021 in the Vatican City. Today, the benefits of the …

PM Modi pledges protection for Christians in meeting with Kerala's bishops
1 year, 8 months ago

PM Modi pledges protection for Christians in meeting with Kerala's bishops

India Today  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday met with Kerala's top bishops where he ensured protection for the Christian community. As per the BJP leadership in Kerala, the prime minister's meeting was held with senior priests including Joseph Kalathiparambil, the Archbishop of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Verapoly, Archbishop of Knanaya Church Mathew Moolakkatt, Archbishop of the Knanaya Jacobite Archdiocese Kuriakose …

Leaders of various Muslim organisations praise Modi's government for the welfare of Minorities
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Leaders of various Muslim organisations praise Modi's government for the welfare of Minorities

India TV News  

All India Minority Conclave: Muslim community rejected malicious propaganda against Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a conclave. NID Foundation on Wednesday organised a conclave named 'All India Minority Conclave - Role of Minorities in Amrit Kaal' where several leaders of different Muslim organisations praised PM Modi and the Saffron government for the initiative taken for the welfare of minorities. 'Leaders …

Beyond All Frenzy, the Pope-Modi Meeting Does Little for BJP and Vatican
3 years, 2 months ago

Beyond All Frenzy, the Pope-Modi Meeting Does Little for BJP and Vatican

The Quint  

The two Cardinals in Kerala are jubilant, the remainder of the Catholics underwhelmed, the denominational and independent churches phlegmatic, a section of the Muslims apprehensive, and civil society a little annoyed. The hug that Indian Prime minister Narendra Modi gave Pope Francis in the Vatican this October while inviting the Roman pontiff for a long delayed visit to India has …

PM Modi meets Pope Francis, invites Pontiff to visit India
3 years, 2 months ago

PM Modi meets Pope Francis, invites Pontiff to visit India

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: At a historic “very warm and very personal” meeting and “private audience” granted by the Pope on Saturday at the Vatican, Prime Minister Narendra Modi invited Pope Francis to visit India and the invitation was “accepted with pleasure”, New Delhi said, in a statement, adding that the Covid-19 pandemic and climate change figured in the discussions. PM Modi …

PM Modi meets Pope Francis, discuss ways to make ‘planet better’
3 years, 2 months ago

PM Modi meets Pope Francis, discuss ways to make ‘planet better’

Hindustan Times  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Pope Francis discussed a wide range of global issues, including the Covid-19 crisis, fighting climate change and alleviating poverty, during their maiden meeting at the Vatican City on Saturday. Modi was the first Indian prime minister to meet Pope Francis since he became head of the Catholic Church in 2013. It was also the first …

'Modi ji, Me Nagpur. Kem Cho': 6,500 km Away from India, PM Finds Marathi, Gujarati Connection in Italy
3 years, 2 months ago

'Modi ji, Me Nagpur. Kem Cho': 6,500 km Away from India, PM Finds Marathi, Gujarati Connection in Italy

News 18  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi had a great interaction with members of the Indian diaspora in Italy where he was heard speaking with the community in Marathi and Gujarati. Swamini Hamsananda Giri, the President of Sanatan Dharma Sangha, termed her meeting with Prime Minister Modi as moving.” It was not the first instance where PM Modi was seen interacting with the …

‘Very Warm Meeting’: PM Modi On Visiting Pope Francis At Vatican, Invites Him To Come To India
3 years, 2 months ago

‘Very Warm Meeting’: PM Modi On Visiting Pope Francis At Vatican, Invites Him To Come To India

ABP News  

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday met Pope Francis in the Vatican City where they discussed “a wide range of issues”. @Pontifex pic.twitter.com/QP0If1uJAC — Narendra Modi October 30, 2021 Pope Francis received Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a private audience at the Apostolic Palace in the Vatican on Saturday, a release by the Ministry of External Affairs informed. …

'Invited Him to India, Discussed Covid': What PM Modi Said in First Meet with Pope Francis
3 years, 2 months ago

'Invited Him to India, Discussed Covid': What PM Modi Said in First Meet with Pope Francis

News 18  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday met Pope Francis, the head of the Catholic Church at the Vatican, in a first-ever one-to-one meeting. PM Modi is the first Indian Prime Minister Francis has met since becoming Pope in 2013. @Pontifex pic.twitter.com/QP0If1uJAC— Narendra Modi October 30, 2021 #WATCH Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Vatican City to meet Pope FrancisHe is …

Pope Francis meets PM Modi for the first time, accepts invitation to visit India soon
3 years, 2 months ago

Pope Francis meets PM Modi for the first time, accepts invitation to visit India soon

India Today  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Pope Francis on Saturday as part of his Rome visit for the G-20 Summit. 'The Greatest Gift' Meanwhile, Foreign Secretary Harsh Vardhan Shringla has informed that Pope Francis called Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s invitation “the greatest gift”. I am looking forward to visiting India": FS Harsh Vardhan Shringla pic.twitter.com/AuKb4er129 — ANI October 30, 2021 National …

PM Modi to call on Pope Francis for first time
3 years, 2 months ago

PM Modi to call on Pope Francis for first time

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will call on Pope Francis at Vatican City during his visit to Italy to attend the 16th G-20 summit in Rome starting Friday, in what foreign secretary Harsh Vardhan Shringla said would be an “important” meeting. Mr Shringla, briefing reporters here Thursday, said the PM would leave New Delhi late Thursday night and will …

Narendra Modi to call on Pope Francis at Vatican on 30 October, says Church
3 years, 2 months ago

Narendra Modi to call on Pope Francis at Vatican on 30 October, says Church

Firstpost  

The prime minister will be travelling to Rome and Glasgow from 29 October to 2 November to attend the 16th G-20 Summit and the World Leaders’ Summit of COP-26 Kochi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will meet Pope Francis on 30 October during his European visit commencing later this week, a Catholic Bishops’ body in Kerala said on Wednesday. In a …

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