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Christians face arbitrary arrests, grave religious freedom violations in India
According to a recent report from the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF), Christians in India are facing increasingly... Read more
Indian Christians see Hindu nationalist party’s failure to win majority as vote against Modi
“The big story of this election is that arrogant Prime Minister Modi has been cut to size by the people’s... Read more
Indian Church to observe ‘day of prayer and fasting’ amid growing religious polarization
The Catholic Church in India has called for observing March 22 as a “day of prayer and fasting for peace... Read more
India’s Modi hosts Christian leaders for Christmas amid rising persecution
“Christmas is an occasion to remember Jesus Christ’s life’s message and values,” Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, addressing Christian leaders. Read more
Indian priest jailed under ‘anti-conversion’ laws is released
Father Babu Francis was detained by the police on Oct. 1 after he sought information on the arrest and detention... Read more
Indian priest who joined Hindu nationalist party relieved of duties by bishop
The priest’s action took place at a time of rising persecution of Christians in India. Read more
India’s Christian rights network not hopeful after meeting with minorities commission
“While the positive is that there is some conversation, I do not set hopes very high,” said John Dayal, an... Read more
Pope Francis to meet leaders of the US, India and South Korea in the next 24 hours
All three leaders are in Rome this week for the G20 summit. Read more
