North India Rings in Christmas with Midnight Mass and Carols
Churches across North India held special Midnight Mass services and vibrant carol parades to celebrate Christmas 2023. See how the faithful marked the joyous occasion.
Churches across North India held special Midnight Mass services and vibrant carol parades to celebrate Christmas 2023. See how the faithful marked the joyous occasion.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the Christmas morning service at Delhi's Cathedral Church of the Redemption, extending greetings of peace and hope. Read about his message of harmony.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended a Christmas service at the Sacred Heart Cathedral in Delhi, extending festive greetings and emphasizing unity. Read about this significant gesture.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the Christmas service in Delhi, extending greetings and emphasizing the teachings of Jesus Christ for social harmony. Read his full message.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the Christmas morning service at Delhi's Cathedral Church of the Redemption. He highlighted the message of love and peace, wishing for a society strengthened by harmony.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the Christmas service at Delhi's Cathedral Church, extending festive greetings and emphasizing unity and peace. Read about this significant gesture.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the Christmas morning service at Delhi's Cathedral Church of the Redemption. Read about the prayers, carols, and festive wishes from political leaders.
Indore's Christian community marked Christmas with midnight prayers and carols. Bishop Thomas Mathew delivered a message of hope and peace as over 1,500 attended mass at St Francis Assisi Cathedral. Read more about the celebrations.
Pune embraced Christmas Eve with vibrant crowds on MG Road, FC Road, and across city churches and restaurants. Midnight masses and festive parties marked the celebrations. Read more about the city's festive spirit.
Mumbai's churches unveil thought-provoking Nativity scenes for 2024, moving beyond tradition to address persecution, technology, and women farmers. Explore the modern messages in the holy crib.
Christmas 2024 brought joy and hope to Maharashtra as Nashik and Kolhapur celebrated with Midnight Mass, crib displays, and community gatherings. Read about the festive spirit and heartfelt messages.
Patna embraced the Christmas spirit as thousands attended Midnight Mass at beautifully decorated churches. Archbishops led prayers for peace and harmony. Read about the heartfelt celebrations.
Haryana Police deploys 250 personnel and water cannons at Hisar's historic St Thomas Church as VHP plans event on Christmas. Authorities assure security amid communal harmony concerns.
Shillong, Meghalaya, celebrated Christmas with midnight services, vibrant carol groups, and festive illuminations. Governor and CM extended greetings as the state embraced the festive spirit. Read more.
Ranchi's Christmas Eve saw crowds flock to churches for midnight mass and markets for festive shopping. The city was lit up with stars, lights, and community celebrations.
Bengaluru's Primrose Mar Thoma Church builds a 25-foot Christmas tree from recycled sarees, continuing its 17-year eco-friendly festive tradition. See how waste turns into wonder.
Pune's iconic churches like St Patrick's Cathedral and All Saints Church are set for vibrant Christmas Eve services with carols and Midnight Mass. Discover the city's festive traditions. Read more!
Madurai's churches and colleges are celebrating Christmas 2024 with vibrant events. From choir services to hospital visits, the city embraces fellowship and festive cheer. Discover the spirit of the season.
Explore how Bengaluru's historic churches, including the 1840s-era Church of the Assumption, are celebrating Christmas with carols, masses, and festive traditions. Discover the city's rich holiday spirit.
Hisar police issues notice to Bajrang Dal organisers for a planned Hanuman Chalisa recitation near a historic church on Christmas, citing lack of permission and law & order concerns. Details inside.
Delhi transformed into a winter wonderland for Christmas 2023. From vibrant markets to midnight mass, discover how the capital celebrated the festive season.
The 94-year-old Sacred Heart Cathedral in Dibrugarh, a spiritual landmark of Northeast India, prepares for its last Christmas celebrations due to structural decay. Read about its history and the community's poignant farewell.
Delhi government significantly raises the annual sacramental wine storage limit for churches from 91 to 4,000 litres ahead of Christmas. The excise rules have been amended to ease religious and industrial needs.
Madras High Court halts demolition of century-old cemetery, ruling right to life includes dignity in death. Bishop's authority not absolute over sacred burial grounds. Read the landmark order.
A nine-member choir from Lucknow's Assembly of Believers Church visited The Times of India office, singing carols and spreading festive spirit with Santa distributing sweets. Read more.
Right-wing groups barged into two Jabalpur churches, alleging forced conversions. Police detained youths as tensions rise ahead of Christmas. Get the full story.
Churches across Kolkata are abuzz with preparations for Christmas, featuring special liturgies, carol services, and charitable activities. Discover the festive spirit in the city.
Primrose Mar Thoma Church in Bengaluru unveils a stunning 25-foot Christmas tree made entirely from discarded saris. Discover their 17-year journey of eco-friendly festive decorations.
Serampore transforms into a Christmas hub, illuminating its 270-year Danish legacy. With a Rs 80 lakh investment, the festival aims to boost local economy and tourism. Discover the heritage revival!
Dibrugarh transforms into a festive wonderland as churches complete final Christmas preparations. Over 10,000 devotees expected at historic Catholic Church. Discover the city's celebration plans.