Guru Purnima Mela 2025 Celebrates Devotion in Carpentersville
Carpenter Park in Carpentersville, Illinois, was transformed into a vibrant hub of spirituality and community as thousands gathered for the…
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The Twenty Second Vision (3 August, 2025)
set in Vale, Seychelles Prayer 4: As a Vaishnavite Hindu, Praying from Vale, Seychelles Om Namo Bhagavate Vaasudevaya Om Namo…
AICU demands release of Nuns in Chhattisgarh, condemns Rising Tide of Anti-Christian Violence in India
The 106 year old All India Catholic Union condemns the unjust arrest of two Catholic nuns, Sister Preetha Mary and…
Catholic Union demands release of Nuns in Chhattisgarh and condemns Rising Tide of Anti-Christian Violence in India
ALL INDIA CATHOLIC UNION Founded in 1919, Registered under Societies Registration Act 1850 Representing the Catholic Laity of India through…
Cardinal Zuppi Urges End to War for Peace
In a powerful event at St. Peter’s Square, 40,000 young Italians gathered for the Jubilee of Youth, where Cardinals Matteo…
Rome Prepares for Jubilee of Youth Celebrations
Rome has become a beacon of hope as it welcomes one million young pilgrims from 146 countries to celebrate their…
Donors Collective Launches ‘Adwait’ to Support Temple Environmental Initiatives
Donors Collective has launched ‘Adwait,’ an initiative rooted in Vedanta philosophy to help temples lead environmental change by reducing single-use…
Fr. Richard D’Souza Named Director of Vatican Observatory
Pope Leo XIV has appointed Fr. Richard Anthony D’Souza, S.J., as the new Director of the Vatican Observatory, following a…
Pope Leo XIV Welcomed at Catholic Influencer Festival
Pope Leo XIV was warmly welcomed by Catholic influencers at the Vatican’s festival, where he highlighted the importance of maintaining…
India Sees Increase in Attacks on Christians and Churches
An alarming increase in attacks on Christians and their worship places has overshadowed recent months in India, as far-right Hindu…
Pope Leo Meets Russian Orthodox Leader to Discuss Ukraine War
Pope Leo met with Metropolitan Anthony from the Russian Orthodox Church to discuss the war in Ukraine and Orthodox-Catholic dialogue…
Winnie Varghese Becomes First Woman Dean of St. John’s
The Rev. Winnie Varghese has become the first woman elected to lead the Cathedral Church of St. John the Divine…
Hindu Temple Preservation Efforts Highlight Community Struggles
Shri Shakti Mariammaa, a Hindu temple in Queens, New York, serving as a refuge for women and LGBTQ community members,…
Ganapathy Sachchidananda Swamiji Leads Bhagavad Gita Festival in Dallas
A grand global celebration of the Bhagavad Gita, led by Ganapathy Sachchidananda Swamiji, concluded at Allen Stadium in Frisco, Dallas,…
Richard Gere Undergoes Transformation Following Dalai Lama Influence
Richard Gere has revealed a notable physical transformation since forming a deep bond with the Dalai Lama, showcasing the impact…
Graham Staines Case Convict Converts to Christianity
In a remarkable transformation, Chengu Hansdah, a former juvenile convict involved in the 1999 murder of Australian missionary Graham Staines…
IRS Permits Churches to Endorse Candidates Without Tax Penalty
The IRS has signaled that churches can endorse political candidates without jeopardizing their tax-exempt status, challenging a long-standing interpretation of…
Pope Leo XIV Approves Eco-Friendly Mass Initiative
Pope Leo XIV has approved a new Mass emphasizing environmental stewardship, amid Europe’s ongoing heat waves and wildfires. As Europe…
Religious Devotion Surrounds Puri for Lord Jagannath’s Suna Besha Event
A wave of devotion enveloped Puri as thousands gathered to witness the Suna Besha, a grand ritual featuring the adorned…
Thousands Gather for Dalai Lama’s 90th Birthday Celebration
Thousands of Tibetan Buddhists flocked to Dharamshala, India, on Sunday, braving torrential monsoon rains to celebrate…
Study: 1 in 10 Adults Under 55 Leave Childhood Religion
One in ten adults under 55 worldwide have left their childhood religion, reflecting a subtle but significant global shift in…
Eucharistic Host Miracle in Vatican Recognized as Holy Event
Vatican approval has officially recognized a Eucharistic miracle in Kerala, India, where witnesses claim the Holy Face of Jesus appeared…
Dalai Lama’s Successor: A Religious Decision with Global Strategic Stakes
The selection of the Dalai Lama’s successor is not only of immense spiritual importance for Tibetan Buddhists but also a…
Pope Leo XIV Reasserts Celibacy and Demands Strong Action Against Clergy Abuse in Directive to Bishops
Pope Leo XIV made a firm declaration on Wednesday that Catholic priests must remain celibate and urged bishops to take…
Vishnu Manchu’s Mythic Epic ‘Kannappa’ Struggles to Match Ambition with Execution
Set against the mythologically rich backdrop of Sri Kalahasthi in Tirupati, Kannappa presents an adventurous tale centered around Thinaadu, portrayed…
Global Hindu Renaissance Honored in Oslo: Rajarshi Modi Awards Four Dharmic Leaders the Title of “Hindu King”
In a moment marked by spiritual symbolism and global aspiration, Rajarshi Bhupendra Modi—entrepreneur, philanthropist, and champion of Sanatana Dharma—hosted an…
Rajarshi Bhupendra Modi Honours Global Leaders in Oslo as ‘Hindu Kings’ to Champion Peace and Dharmic Values
Rajarshi Bhupendra Modi, known for his work as an entrepreneur, spiritual reformer, and peacemaker, spearheaded a landmark event in Oslo…
Christianity in India: Is that part of the colonial legacy?
An Indian Christian Day will be celebrated on June 29th in New York, which is expected to bring together Indian…
Connecticut Officially Declares Diwali a State Holiday in Landmark Move
The State of Connecticut has formally recognized Diwali, the vibrant Hindu festival of lights, as an official state holiday. This…
The Twenty First Vision (22 June, 2025)
Set in Kumbum Monastery, Qinghai, The People’s Republic of China Prayer 3: As a Gelug Tibetan Buddhist, Praying from Kumbum…
Pope Leo XIV Urges Tech Leaders to Embrace Ethics in AI Development
Pope Leo XIV has issued a strong call for artificial intelligence developers to operate within an ethical framework that upholds…
Pope Leo XIV Calls for Justice and Hope in Serving the Poor
Pope Leo XIV has called attention to the spiritual and material dimensions of poverty in his message for the ninth…
American Catholics Express Optimism Over First U.S.-Born Pope Leo XIV
Just over a month into Pope Leo XIV’s historic papacy as the first pontiff born in the United States, a…
Carlo Acutis Set to Become First Millennial Saint in September Ceremony Led by Pope Leo XIV
Carlo Acutis, a beloved Italian teenager known for his deep Catholic faith and tech-savvy spirit, will officially be canonized on…
New Jain Temple Near Washington Becomes a Beacon of Peace and Unity
After over ten years of grassroots fundraising and planning, the Jain Society of Metropolitan Washington has inaugurated a stunning $14…
Catholic Bishops’ Conference of India Joins National Multi-Faith Coordination Committee for Social and Environmental Action
The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of India (CBCI), represented by its Office for Interreligious Dialogue and its social outreach arm, Caritas…
Spiritual Gathering in Manhattan Marks a Milestone for Indian Spirituality in New York
More than a thousand spiritual enthusiasts from across the tri-state area—and even as far as Los Angeles and London—gathered on…
Pope Leo XIV’s Dual Citizenship Raises Questions About U.S. Status as He Leads the Vatican
The election of Pope Leo XIV as the Catholic Church’s first U.S.-born leader has placed him in a unique and…
Pope Leo XIV Charts Inclusive Path, Promotes Peace and Unity in First Week
In his first address following his election as Pope Leo XIV, the new pontiff delivered a concise yet far-reaching message,…
Shomik Chaudhuri’s Some Whispers From Eternity Wins Prestigious 2025 Nautilus Book Award
May 23, 2025– Author Shomik Chaudhuri’s book, Some Whispers From Eternity, has been honored with the 2025 Nautilus Book Award…
Pope Leo XIV Begins Papacy with Call for Unity, Humility, and Missionary Spirit
Pope Leo XIV delivered his first homily as pontiff on Sunday, marking the start of a new era in the…
Pope Leo XIV Urges Peace in Ukraine and Gaza in First Sunday Blessing as Pontiff
In his first Sunday noon blessing as the newly elected pope, Leo XIV called for a sincere and equitable resolution…
Robert Prevost Becomes First American Pope, Takes Name Leo XIV
In a surprising and historic decision that stunned the global Catholic community, the College of Cardinals elected Robert Francis Prevost…
American Cardinal Robert Prevost Elected as New Pope in 2025 Papal Conclave
In a historic moment for the Roman Catholic Church, American-born Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost has been elected the 267th pope,…
New Era Begins: Vatican Conclave Underway to Elect Successor to Pope Francis
The Catholic Church has officially begun its sacred and secretive process of selecting a new pope following the death of…
Buddha’s Sacred Relics Arrive in Vietnam for Historic Public Display During UN Vesak Celebrations
The sacred relics of Lord Buddha have been ceremoniously brought from India to Vietnam, marking the start of a major…
Representation Debate Rises as 2025 Conclave Begins with Uneven Cardinal Distribution
The 2025 Conclave is set to commence on Wednesday, May 7, with the inaugural vote also scheduled for the same…
4 May, 2025: Burn Marks
set in Brno, Czechia Mother sits by herself to pray every day, and today there is a thought that annoys…
Centuries of Papal Conclaves: Rituals, Records, and Historical Curiosities
The film “Conclave” may have recently introduced audiences to the grandeur and drama of the modern papal conclave, but the…
Pope Francis’ Funeral Draws Global Mourners as Church Prepares for Crucial Conclave
Over 250,000 mourners gathered at the Vatican today to pay their respects during a “simplified” funeral service for Pope Francis,…
Who Will Be the Next Pope? A Global Crossroads for the Catholic Church
The choice of the next pope holds significant implications for the Catholic Church and its 1.4 billion baptized followers worldwide….
New York City Proclaims April 24 as Sri Sathya Sai Baba Centennial Celebrations Day
In a landmark event at New York City Hall on April 22, 2025, Mayor Eric Adams officially declared April 24,…
New York City Mayor Proclaims April 24, 2025 as Sri Sathya Sai Baba Centennial Celebrations Day
In a historic and momentous ceremony held at City Hall on April 22, 2025, New York City Mayor Eric Adams…
HAHRI Condemns Terrorist Attack on Tourists in Pahalgam, Demands Global Action Against State-Sponsored Islamic Terrorism
PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Hindus Advancing Human Rights (HAHRI), an initiative of HinduPACT Date: April 22, 2025 San Ramon,…
Pope Francis’ Legacy Looms Large Over Upcoming Conclave as Cardinals Prepare to Elect New Pontiff
With the passing of Pope Francis on April 21 at the age of 88, over a billion Catholics around the…
Pope Francis Dies at 88: Catholic Church Enters New Era of Transition
Pope Francis has passed away at the age of 88, the Vatican announced, marking the end of a papacy that…
Next Pope Likely to Shift Catholic Church Back Toward the Center
The next leader of the Roman Catholic Church could come from Africa, Italy, Sri Lanka, or even the United States….
Pope Francis Dies at 88: A Revolutionary Papacy That Transformed the Church
Pope Francis, the transformative leader of the Catholic Church known for his efforts to modernize its mission and message, has…
The World Bids Farewell to Pope Francis, A Tireless Advocate for Peace, Equality, and the Environment
The All India Catholic Union (AICU) has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Pope Francis, remembering him as a…
Pope Francis, Global Spiritual Leader and Champion of the Poor, Dies at 88
Pope Francis, the first Jesuit and first Latin American pontiff in the nearly 2,000-year history of the Catholic Church, passed…
Pope Francis Visits Rome’s Regina Coeli Prison, Offering Presence and Prayer in Holy Week Tradition
On the afternoon of April 17, Pope Francis made a deeply personal visit to Regina Coeli, the historic prison situated…
Vatican Issues New Decree on Mass Intentions to Address Pastoral Needs
In a significant move to address contemporary pastoral challenges, the Vatican’s Dicastery for the Clergy has released a new decree…
Guru Nanak Prize 2024 Will be Awarded to Global Champions of Interfaith Unity
Oxford Scholar and World’s Largest Grassroots Faith Network Chosen to Receive Hofstra University’s Prestigious Award for Promoting Peace Through Dialogue…
Pope Francis Makes First Public Appearance After Hospitalization, Appears in Better Health
Pope Francis surprised the public with an unexpected appearance on Sunday, marking his first time being seen in public since…
Why Traditional Religion May Be Fading into Cultural Obsolescence
Traditional religion in the United States might be heading the way of vintage items displayed on the walls of a…
Chicago’s Muslim Community Unites for a Grand Eid-ul-Fitr Celebration
Chicago, IL: In spite of Chicago’s unpredictable and challenging weather, the spirit of Eid-ul-Fitr remained unshaken as a diverse gathering of…
Global Religious Switching Trends: Christianity and Buddhism See Significant Losses as More People Become Unaffiliated
A significant portion of adults worldwide—up to a fifth or more in some countries—have left the religious traditions in which…
USCIRF Report Highlights Global Religious Freedom Violations, Urges TrumpAdministration Action
The U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) has released its annual report, identifying the world’s worst violators of religious…
Akash Bashir: A Decade Since His Ultimate Sacrifice to Protect His Faith
Akash Bashir, a 20-year-old volunteer security guard, gave his life exactly ten years ago, on Sunday, March 15, 2015, when…
Pope Francis Extends Catholic Church Reform Process Amid Health Challenges
Pope Francis has given his approval for a new three-year reform process within the Catholic Church, demonstrating his commitment to…
Asia’s Oldest Laity Organisation Extends Prayers for Pope Francis Amid Growing Concerns in India
The All India Catholic Union (AICU), Asia’s oldest laity organisation, which has been in existence for 106 years, has offered…
Dalai Lama Declares Successor Will Be Born Outside China, Challenging Beijing’s Authority
The Dalai Lama, in his newly released book Voice for the Voiceless, has revealed that his successor will be born…
Vatican Grapples with Uncertainty as Pope Francis Remains Hospitalized
The Apostolic Palace in the Vatican serves as the headquarters of the Holy See’s Secretariat of State, the core of…
Inside the Vatican’s Power Struggles: The Papal Election and Its Historical Echoes
As a historian and editor of a three-volume history of the papacy, watching the newly released film Conclave was practically…
Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 Concludes with Record-Breaking Devotee Participation
The Maha Kumbh Mela 2025, recognized as one of the largest religious congregations globally, concluded on Wednesday after a 45-day-long…
Maha Kumbh 2025: A Historic Confluence of Faith, Culture, and Economic Growth
Prayagraj made history as Maha Kumbh 2025 concluded with an unprecedented scale of participation. The religious gathering attracted over 66…
Major Cardinal Successions Reshape the Roman Curia and Global Catholic Leadership
The retirement of Cardinal Oswald Gracias as the Archbishop of Bombay on January 25, along with the conclusion of Cardinal…
Pope Francis’ Historic Papacy: Embracing the Marginalized and Facing Controversy
Pope Francis, who remains in critical condition due to pneumonia in both lungs, was elected to the papacy on March…
Swami Vivekananda’s Enduring Impact on America: A Celebration of His 1900 Visit
For most Americans at the turn of the 20th century, their first encounter with Swami Vivekananda was his speech at…
Indian Cardinals Among Electors in Future Papal Conclave as Pope Francis Remains Hospitalized
As Pope Francis continues to receive medical care at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital, discussions surrounding the future leadership of the Catholic…
Pope Francis in Critical Condition Amid Severe Respiratory Crisis
Pope Francis was in critical condition on Saturday after experiencing a prolonged asthmatic respiratory crisis that required high-flow oxygen support,…
Pope Francis Battles Infection as Speculation Grows Over His Successor
Pope Francis remains hospitalized as he fights off a respiratory infection, raising concerns about his health and leading many to…
The Nineteenth Vision (20th February, 2025)
Prayer 1: As a Roman Catholic, Praying from Cebu City, Visayas, the Philippines Oh heavenly Father, dear heavenly Father, I…
How the Catholic Church Chooses a New Pope
As Pope Francis recovers from bronchitis in the hospital, speculation has grown about what would happen if he were to…
Pope Francis Undergoing Treatment for Respiratory Infection, Remains Hospitalized
Pope Francis is currently receiving treatment for a “complex clinical situation” and will stay in the hospital as long as…
Examining the Role of Christian Evangelism in India’s Social Transformation and Comparative Analysis of Religions
The question of whether Christian evangelism is contributing positively to India’s social fabric has sparked considerable debate. Proponents argue that…
Trump Announces White House Faith Office and Task Force to Combat Anti-Christian Bias
U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Thursday the creation of a White House faith office and appointed Attorney General Pam…
UK Population Report: Increase in LGB Identification Among Young People Suggests Social Influence
The United Kingdom’s Office of National Statistics (ONS) has released its Annual Report on population, which includes data on sexual…
Pope Francis Meets Shaolin Monks at the Vatican Following Global Meditation Forum
On the morning of February 1, Pope Francis welcomed a delegation of monks from the Shaolin Temple at the Vatican….
Catholic Institutions Extend Generosity During Kumbh Mela, Offering Free Meals to Hindu Devotees
In the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, a Catholic-run hospital and a college have extended an act of generosity…
Bishop of Liverpool Announces Retirement Amid Misconduct Allegations
The Bishop of Liverpool, the Right Reverend Dr John Perumbalath, has announced his retirement shortly after facing allegations of misconduct…
Pope Francis Calls for a Unified Easter Date in 2025, Emphasizing Christian Unity
During the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity, Pope Francis reaffirmed the Catholic Church’s openness to adopting a common date…
Indian Cardinal George Jacob Koovakad Appointed Prefect for Interreligious Dialogue by Vatican
On January 24, the Vatican announced the appointment of Cardinal George Jacob Koovakad as the prefect of the Dicastery for…
Christianity’s Decline in America: Analyzing Pew’s Projections for 2070
In 1741, Jonathan Edwards, a young preacher, described the spiritual condition of American Christians as precarious, likening them to individuals…
Pope Opens 2025 Holy Year Focused on Hope and Trust as Rome Prepares for Millions
The 2025 Holy Year, centered on the themes of hope and trust, officially began on Christmas Eve with Pope Francis…
Rare Ten Commandments Stone Tablet to Be Auctioned in New York
On December 18, 2024, Sotheby’s in New York will showcase a rare piece of human history: a stone tablet inscribed…
The Rich Tradition of Neapolitan Nativity Scenes
The Via San Gregorio Armeno in Naples, Italy, is an unassuming street, barely five feet wide, yet during Advent, it…
India: Religious leader lauds late Delhi archbishop’s contribution to interreligious dialogue
In a tribute to the late Archbishop Angelo Innocent Fernandes, the former Archbishop of Delhi, the Culture of Peace Alliance…
Millions to Converge at Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 for a Sacred Pilgrimage
Hindus hold rivers in deep reverence, with none considered more sacred than the Ganges. For the faithful, immersing themselves in…
Reconstructing History through Archaeomagnetic Research: A New Approach to Understanding Ancient Military Campaigns
Understanding ancient history often requires more than just reading old texts or studying ruins. By combining archaeomagnetic research with traditional…