Christian institutions shine in India’s top social work colleges list
These colleges have been recognised for their investment in experienced faculty, strong academic infrastructure, NGO partnerships, and practical fieldwork opportunities.
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In the forests of West Bengal, a mother’s selfless teaching brings education to tribal children
Since 2020, Mrs Murmu has offered free education to every child in the village. With no formal salary or school infrastructure, she teaches with dedication while also caring for her children and managing household tasks.
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SC seeks UP government's response on religious conversion law
The Supreme Court on Wednesday, July 16, sought the Uttar Pradesh government’s response to a petition challenging provisions of the state’s 2024 amended law on unlawful religious conversion.
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Kerala Catholic Daily slams BJP’s ‘double standards’ on Christians
A prominent Catholic newspaper in Kerala has condemned the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party’s treatment of Christians across India, accusing the party of contradictory policies as it seeks to win over the southern state’s influential Christian community.
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A life silenced: young woman’s murder exposes patriarchy’s grip
A 25-year-old national-level tennis player was shot and killed by her father in a shocking incident that has reignited debate around honour killings and gender-based violence in India.
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Indian nurse on death row in Yemen; court takes up final appeal
Nimisha Priya, an Indian nurse from Kerala, is facing execution in Yemen on 16 July after being convicted of killing a Yemeni man in 2018.
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Two Catholic nuns arrested after girls flee orphanage and allege abuse
Two Catholic nuns from the Sisters of the Cross of Chavanod congregation have been arrested following the escape of nine underage girls from a Church-run orphanage in Maharashtra.
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Christians in South Asia face growing land grabs and property loss
Christians across South Asia are increasingly being stripped of their homes, land, and burial rights, as hostility toward followers of Christ continues to rise in India, Nepal, and Pakistan.
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Thousands of Christians protest against MLA’s threats to clergy
Thousands of Christians from across Maharashtra gathered at Mumbai’s Azad Maidan on Friday to protest against BJP MLA Gopichand Padalkar’s inflammatory remarks targeting Christian priests and pastors.
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Maharashtra government announces anti-conversion law plans
Maharashtra’s revenue minister announced on July 9 that the state government will introduce legislation to prevent religious conversions, while ordering investigations into unauthorised churches in tribal areas.
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Global study reveals sharp decline in Christian affiliation, especially among youth
A major global study has revealed a concerning trend for the Christian Church worldwide: fewer people are remaining in the faith they were raised in, especially in wealthier countries.
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Minority minister Rijiju sparks row over minority benefit claims
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju has triggered a political controversy after claiming that India is the only country where minorities receive more benefits and protections than the majority community.
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Thousands of Christians protest against MLA’s threats to clergy
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Two Catholic nuns arrested after girls flee orphanage and allege abuse
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SC seeks UP government's response on religious conversion law
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Abortions in Ireland reach record high in 2024, rising 63% since legalisation
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Christians in South Asia face growing land grabs and property loss