For some around Trump, war on Iran is a Christian callingReligion is playing a role in the US conflict with Iran. President Donald Trump has met with Christian pastors who offered blessings. Some ...
04 Apr, 2026, 12.32 AM IST
No meat on Good Friday? The surprising reason behind this Catholic traditionCatholics worldwide observe Good Friday as a solemn day of fasting and abstinence, remembering the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. The traditi...
03 Apr, 2026, 09.39 PM IST
'World will always remember his service to society': PM Modi pays tribute to Pope FrancisPrime Minister Narendra Modi said the world will remember Pope Francis' service. President Droupadi Murmu paid homage at the Vatican. She w...
26 Apr, 2025, 01.52 PM IST
Good Friday 2025: Date, history, significance, traditions and why it is not celebratedGood Friday, observed this year on April 18th, commemorates Jesus Christ's crucifixion and sacrifice at Calvary. This solemn day in the Chr...
17 Apr, 2025, 09.35 AM IST
Is Good Friday a public holiday? What you need to know about the day’s meaning, Lent’s end, and Easter’s approachGood Friday, observed on April 18, 2025, commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ and is a day of mourning and penance for Christians. ...
15 Apr, 2025, 01.52 AM IST
Ash Wednesday 2025: What to know about first day of Lent, where to get ashes in Central New YorkWhile not all Christians observe Ash Wednesday, those who do usually attend a service to mark the occasion. This year's Ash Wednesday takes...
05 Mar, 2025, 07.18 PM IST
Black Saturday 2024: Check date, historical roots, significance and traditionsBlack Saturday, Holy Saturday, and Easter Vigil are significant religious observances for Christians globally, marking key moments leading ...
29 Mar, 2024, 11.34 AM IST
Jesus's Journey Unraveled: What happened on Holy Thursday, Good Friday and Easter?The holy week, observed by the Christian community worldwide, spans eight days and is a significant period in the Christian calendar. It be...
29 Mar, 2024, 11.04 AM IST
Easter Sunday: What is it and how is it observed?Easter Sunday is a religious Christian holiday that is observed globally to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ and while holidays l...
09 Apr, 2023, 11.13 AM IST
Holy Saturday 2023: History, significance and all you need to know about last day of Holy weekHoly Saturday is a significant day in the Christian faith, commemorating the time when Jesus Christ was buried in the tomb. On this day, Ch...
08 Apr, 2023, 12.49 PM IST
Good Friday 2023: Understanding the meaning, history & significanceGood Friday is also known as Holy Friday, Great Friday and Black Friday.
06 Apr, 2023, 06.25 PM IST
Good Friday 2022: How the day has become a universal symbol of sacrifice & compassionThe day of sorrow, penance, and fasting has historical and cultural significance.
15 Apr, 2022, 10.01 AM IST
Graffiti or mediaeval carving? Hi-tech imaging sheds light on mysterious Holy Sepulchre wall crossesThe scholars three-dimensional imaging to map out, compare and date the crosses.
31 Mar, 2021, 03.05 PM IST
View: Can America be Hindu Holy Land?If Mormon Christians can turn America into a Holy Land, can Hindus do the same? Can America be what Savarkar called ‘punya-bhoomi’? Savarka...
28 Nov, 2020, 09.53 AM IST
Church opposes NCW plea for banning confession, gets minister's backingKannanthanam came out against the NCW recommendation after the Church in Kerala protested, calling it an "attack on the Christian faith".
27 Jul, 2018, 08.03 PM IST
Nun with headgear not allowed to write exam in ThiruvananthapuramA nun who refused to remove her headgear was on Saturday not allowed to write the All India Pre-Medical Test (AIPMT) in Thiruvananthapuram.
25 Jul, 2015, 01.43 PM IST
Protest outside Delhi Police headquarters over Tahirpur church blazeThe protesters alleged lapses in duty by police and said that a lot of time was lost and possible evidence destroyed.
02 Dec, 2014, 03.04 PM IST