Indian priest elevated as cardinal by Pope Francis; PM Modi hails it 'a matter of great pride'

Credit: IndiaTimes- Published on December 8, 2024

Pope Francis elevated Indian priest George Jacob Koovakad to Cardinal, marking a historic first for India. Prime Minister Modi celebrated the appointment, praising Koovakad's service to humanity. The 51-year-old priest from Kerala joined 20 other new cardinals in a ceremony at St. Peter's Basilica, bringing the total number of...

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Narendra Modi

Prime Minister of India since 2014

Russia invites PM Modi to May 9 victory day parade in Moscow

Russia has formally invited Prime Minister Narendra Modi to attend the Victory Day celebrations in Moscow on May 9, commemorating the 80th anniversary of the..

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'Second independence battle, late night Parliament session, Maharashtra election fraud': M Kharge's big attack on BJP

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge launched a strong attack on the BJP-led government, alleging electoral fraud in Maharashtra and questioning the credibility..

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Waqf Act amended to neutralise changes made by Congress for 'appeasement': PM Modi

PM Modi defended the Waqf Act amendments, stating they rectify UPA's appeasement policies that favored fundamentalists and land grabbers, contributing to India's..

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PM Modi, Dubai Crown Prince focus on boosting strategic ties

PM Modi and Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan convened to bolster the India-UAE Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, emphasizing trade, investment, defense, and..

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Mudra scheme 'eye-opener' for any govt, with little help big goals can be achieved, says PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded the Mudra Yojana on its 10th anniversary, highlighting its success in disbursing over Rs 33 lakh crore in collateral-free..

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Pope Francis

Head of the Catholic Church since 2013

Pope Francis 'Defies Doctors' to Bless Crowds at Vatican | First Appearance Since near-death Battle 03:12

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Pope Francis Discharged from Hospital After 5 Weeks | Seen with Oxygen Support While Leaving Gemelli 03:15

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Pope Francis Returns: First Public Appearance in 5 Weeks After Life-Threatening Illness 03:01

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Pope Francis leaves hospital after five weeks of treatment for pneumonia 01:00

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Pope Francis returns to Vatican after 38 days in hospital 02:50

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St. Peter's Basilica

Church in Vatican City

The Vatican unveils new Minecraft game for kids to virtually explore St. Peter’s Basilica 01:32

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Pope Francis’s Health Deteriorates | Pilgrims Pray For Pope's As He Marks One Week In Hospital 03:40

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Pope Francis' Death: What Happens When POPE Dies? Preparations For Possible Funeral Begin 03:30

Credit: Oneindia - Published on February 20, 2025

Kerala

State in southwestern India

Won't be hearing cases that need verdicts to be reserved: CJI Khanna

Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna, nearing his retirement on May 13, indicated he would refrain from taking up cases requiring reserved judgments. He..

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'Politicising religious spaces': Congress slams RSS song at temple in Kerala

A musical performance featuring the RSS 'gana geetham' at a temple managed by the Travancore Devaswom Board has sparked controversy. The Congress demanded..

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Karats out of politburo, former Kerala minister Baby named CPM general secretary

Mariam Alexander Baby has been appointed as CPM's new general secretary during the 24th congress in Madurai. Baby, 71, is the second person from Kerala to hold..

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'There are certain problems': New CPM boss flags Cong's tirade against Kerala CM Vijayan

A rift within the INDIA bloc emerged as newly elected CPM general secretary MA Baby criticized Congress for attacking Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan. Baby urged..

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