Articles by Anto Akkara
Thousands mourn Indian Cardinal Telesphore Toppo at funeral Mass
Oct 11, 2023 / 15:00 pmCardinal Telesphore Placidus Toppo, Asia’s first tribal cardinal who died on Oct. 4, was remembered for his humility, simplicity, and care for the poor.
Indian priest who joined Hindu nationalist party relieved of duties by bishop
Oct 4, 2023 / 13:45 pmThe priest’s action took place at a time of rising persecution of Christians in India.
India’s Christian rights network not hopeful after meeting with minorities commission
Sep 26, 2023 / 17:30 pm“While the positive is that there is some conversation, I do not set hopes very high,” said John Dayal, an outspoken Catholic activist.
India’s Modi government invites Christian rights watchdog to discuss concerns
Sep 15, 2023 / 15:40 pmThe head of the Christian human rights group had written to the prime minister’s office about three major grievances.
Mother Teresa is ‘teacher of love’ says Kolkata archbishop on anniversary of saint’s death
Sep 6, 2023 / 09:57 amThe feast of St. Teresa of Kolkata was celebrated by Catholics and non-Catholics alike with Mass, prayers, tributes, and visits to her tomb throughout the day.
On Indian Independence Day, bishops reiterate Christians’ patriotism
Aug 16, 2023 / 13:30 pmThe Catholic Bishops’ Conference of India also called for “resolving internal challenges with empathy, understanding, and unity.”
Hindu nationalists demand arrest of Catholic priest in India for saying king was not a god
Aug 9, 2023 / 12:35 pmHindu groups had staged demonstrations in front of the police station calling for criminal charges to be brought against Father Bolmax Pereira.