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India to observe state mourning on April 26 for Pope Francis's funeral
Updated : 10 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Union Ministry of Home Affairs on Thursday made the declaration through a statement, and further announced that the National flag will be flown at half-mast on the day throughout India on all buildings where it is flown regularly and there will be no official entertainment.
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Vatican announces funeral for Pope Francis on Saturday
Updated : 10 months, 3 weeks ago IST
"The tomb should be in the ground; simple, without particular ornamentation, bearing only the inscription: Franciscus," Pope Francis said in his spiritual testament, dated June 29, 2022 that was published after his demise.
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Know about front-runners who may succeed Pope Francis
Updated : 10 months, 3 weeks ago IST
As speculation intensifies over who will succeed Pope Francis, predicting the outcome of the papal conclave remains challenging, as the cardinals' positions can shift with each vote.
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The Priest Who Preached Like a Prophet: Remembering Pope Francis and the F
Updated : 10 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Who am I to judge? Five words. Spoken softly. But they shook the Church. They cracked open a window long sealed shut.
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US President Donald Trump, First Lady Melania to attend Pope Francis' fune
Updated : 10 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The pope died of a stroke followed by heart failure on Monday at his residence in the Vatican's Casa Santa Marta. His death was also affected by other ailments, including a "previous episode of acute respiratory failure," arterial hypertension and type II diabetes, Vatican's press office
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India declares 3-day State Mourning on passing away of Pope Francis
Updated : 10 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Pope Francis (88) passed away at his residence, Casa Santa Marta, in the Vatican on Monday morning. The Home Ministry stated: "Three-Day State Mourning as a mark of respect on the passing away of His Holiness Pope Francis, Supreme Pontiff of the Holy See."
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World leaders, Catholics mourn Pope Francis, who dies at 88
Updated : 10 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Pope Francis, the first Latin American pontiff in history, who won hearts worldwide with his humility, deep compassion for the poor, and strong advocacy for climate action, passed away on Monday at the age of 88.
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Jaishankar condoles Pope Francis' demise, remembers his compassionate lead
Updated : 10 months, 3 weeks ago IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar expressed sadness over the passing of Pope Francis, saying, "Saddened at the passing of Pope Francis."
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"Deep believer and traditionalist': Sri Sri Ravi Shankar pays tribute to P
Updated : 10 months, 3 weeks ago IST
In a post on X, Sri Sri Ravi Shankar paid tribute to Pope Francis, describing him as a pro-reform spiritual leader and a passionate advocate of interfaith dialogue. He also highlighted Pope's social and environmental concerns.
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"My heart goes out...": JD Vance condoles Pope Francis’ demise
Updated : 10 months, 3 weeks ago IST
US Vice President JD Vance, who was the last foreign leader to meet Pope Francis at the Vatican on Sunday, expressed his condolences on the Pope's passing, saying "my heart goes out..."
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Political fraternity express grief over passing of Pope Francis, labels hi
Updated : 10 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Leaders across the political spectrum have expressed deep sorrow and extended condolences over the passing of Pope Francis, who died on Monday at the age of 88 at his residence in the Vatican's Casa Santa Marta after prolonged illness.
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Multiple political leaders condole demise of Pope Francis; remember him as
Updated : 10 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Apart from Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Minister Kiren Rijiju, Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, and multiple others also condoled the demise of the Pope.
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