President Droupadi Murmu on Friday departed for Vatican City to attend the State Funeral of Pope Francis. Accompanying her on this visit are Union Minister for Parliamentary Affairs and Minority Affairs, Kiren Rijiju; Minister of State for Minority Affairs and Fisheries, Animal Husbandry
Rijiju said that the delegation also includes Union Minister of State for Minority Affairs and Fisheries George Kurian and Goa's Deputy Speaker Joshua Peter De Souza.
The American Film Institute (AFI) has announced that Francis Ford Coppola will be honoured with the 50th AFI Life Achievement Award, recognising his significant contributions to the film industry.
Former Archbishop of Bombay, Cardinal Oswald Gracias, on Monday condoled the demise of Pope Francis, whom he recalled as a person continuously engaged in promoting peace, compassion, and for the poor.
"I fondly recall my meetings with him and was greatly inspired by his commitment to inclusive and all-round development. His affection for the people of India will always be cherished. May his soul find eternal peace in God's embrace," the Prime Minister said.
Among the 135 cardinals currently eligible to vote in the papal conclave, four are from India. These include Cardinal Filipe Neri Ferrao, Cardinal Baselios Cleemis, Cardinal Anthony Poola, and Cardinal George Jacob Koovakad.
The Supreme Court criticised the Allahabad High Court for its remark that the rape victim herself invited trouble and cautioned judges against making inappropriate observations.
New Delhi [India], April 9: On March 30, 2025, Lincoln American University (LAU) proudly hosted the convocation ceremony for the graduating class of 2025 at Hotel Marriott, Georgetown, Guyana. The event was graced by the Honorable Prime Minister of the Co-operative Republic of Guyana, Brigad
Kerala Health Minister Veena George condemned the deliberate avoidance of medical care for women after a woman in labour was denied hospital assistance, resulting in a tragic delivery. She emphasised the state's healthcare progress and initiated legal action on the matter.
Claiming that the Waqf (Amendment) Bill is in the interest of the poor people from the Muslim community, Union Minister George Kurian has slammed the Congress and other Opposition parties for opposing the Bill for "political reasons."