Amsterdam's Vondelkerk Church Destroyed in New Year's Day Fire
A historic Amsterdam church, Vondelkerk, was gutted by fire on New Year's Day 2026 as the Netherlands faced record violence against emergency services. Read the full report.
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Bengaluru's New Year 2026 Celebrations Under Police Watch
Bengaluru welcomed 2026 with vibrant celebrations on MG Road and Brigade Road. Large crowds gathered under strict police security for crowd management. Read more about the city's festive night.
Bengaluru cops eat on pavements before NYE crowd control
Hundreds of police in Bengaluru's MG Road area had a quick meal on footpaths before New Year's Eve duty. A cafe's small gesture offered rare comfort. Read about the security preparations.
Bengaluru's Vibrant New Year 2026 Celebrations Draw Crowds
Bengaluru welcomed 2026 with massive celebrations across MG Road, Church Street, and Indiranagar. Streets were packed as revellers enjoyed the vibrant nightlife. Read more about the city's energetic New Year's Eve.
CSI Criticises Centre's Silence on Targeted Attacks on Christians
The Church of South India leadership accuses the central government of supporting perpetrators through its silence on targeted attacks against the Christian community. Read more.
Superstition leads to daughter's death, mother sentenced
A Shenzhen mother's belief in spirits led to her daughter's death during a ritual. Court gives suspended sentence. Another case reveals fatal exorcism linked to banned church.
Church protests Last Supper art at Kochi Biennale
The Syro-Malabar Church strongly objects to a controversial artwork depicting the Last Supper at a Kochi exhibition, calling it a mockery of faith. Police complaint filed.
Bengaluru's Central Areas Under Tight Security for New Year
Bengaluru Police has deployed extensive security measures, including frisking gates and item restrictions, at key locations like Church Street for New Year's Eve celebrations. Stay informed and plan your night out accordingly.
Gurgaon church construction site vandalised, DVR stolen
A church construction site in Gurgaon's Teekli village was vandalised days after a mahapanchayat opposed it. CCTV cameras were damaged, and equipment was snatched. Police are investigating.
Kolkata Temples, Churches, Gurdwaras Gear Up for 2026
Kolkata's places of worship are being decorated and prepped for devotees welcoming 2026 with prayers. Read about the special arrangements at churches, temples, dargahs, and gurdwaras.
Kerala priest arrested in Canada for sexual assault
Father James Cherickal, a Syro-Malabar priest from Kerala, arrested in Canada on charges of sexual assault and sexual interference involving a minor. The Archdiocese of Toronto has removed him from ministry.
S Korea's ex-first lady faces 15-year jail term for bribery
South Korea's former first lady Kim Keon Hee accused of accepting $263,000 in bribes & illegally meddling in state affairs. Prosecutors seek 15-year prison term. Verdict on Jan 28.
Midnight Mass in Kolkata Church Marks Christmas Eve 2025
Kolkata celebrated Christmas Eve 2025 with a traditional midnight mass at a city church, capturing the city's festive spirit. Read more about the celebrations and the city's holiday vibe.
Gurugram Mahapanchayat warns against new church construction
Hindu outfits hold mahapanchayat in Gurugram against church construction, citing demographic imbalance and conversion fears. This follows nationwide Christmas disruption reports.
LDS Apostle Jeffrey R. Holland Passes Away at 85
Senior LDS Apostle Jeffrey R. Holland, former BYU President, dies at 85. Explore his life, global influence, and battle with kidney disease. Read his inspiring journey.
PM Modi joins Christmas prayers at Delhi cathedral
Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the Christmas morning service at Delhi's Cathedral Church of the Redemption, highlighting the festival's message of peace and compassion. See photos and details.
PM Modi attends Christmas morning service at Delhi church
Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the Christmas morning service at Delhi's Cathedral Church of the Redemption. The service featured prayers and carols, with a special prayer offered for the PM. Read more about this gesture of unity.
Hisar Christmas Tension: Bajrang Dal Event Near Church
A tense Christmas in Hisar as Bajrang Dal's Hindu Shakti Sangam near a 160-year-old church led to low attendance, heavy police deployment, and business losses. Details inside.
Fire at Khandwa Church Father House, No Injuries Reported
A fire broke out at Father House in Khandwa's Saint Mary's Church. Quick action by police and locals prevented injuries. Initial probe points to a short circuit. Read the full report.
Indore's Christian community welcomes Christmas with vibrant celebrations
Indore's Christmas 2024 saw joyful multicultural celebrations across historic churches like the White Church. Morning masses, festive decorations, and community spirit defined the day. Read more about the heartwarming festivities.
Hyderabad's Christmas Celebrations Draw Devotees Across Faiths
Hyderabad's Christmas celebrations saw a surge in multi-faith participation. Churches across the city echoed with carols and prayers, embodying a spirit of communal harmony and shared joy. Read more.
Kolkata Christmas Sermons Highlight Unity in Diversity
Christmas sermons across Kolkata churches emphasized Christ's message of empathy and inclusion, urging believers to move beyond intolerance. Church leaders reflected on India's secular fabric.
Trichy's Grand Christmas Celebrations: Peace, Prayers & Pilgrimage
Trichy's major churches, including St Mary's Cathedral & Velankanni Basilica, witnessed massive congregations for Christmas. Midnight masses, illuminated cribs, and messages of harmony marked the celebrations. Read more.
Coimbatore's Christmas night masses draw faithful, Ooty sees tourists
Christians in Coimbatore celebrated Christmas with midnight masses and church services. Meanwhile, tourist spots like Semmozhi Poonga and Ooty attracted thousands, despite some frost-related disappointments.
Mizoram Governor Celebrates Christmas at Aizawl's Central BCM Church
Mizoram Governor Gen. Vijay Kumar Singh attended the Christmas service at Aizawl's Central BCM Church, emphasizing love in action and peace. Read about the celebrations and public events at Lok Bhavan.
Bajrang Dal protests at Bareilly church over Christmas skits
Bajrang Dal members staged protests outside a Bareilly church, alleging Christmas event skits defamed Hindu society. Police are investigating the claims. Read the full story.
Christmas Celebrations Across Odisha: Faith, Festivity & Peace
Churches across Odisha, including Bhubaneswar, Kandhamal, and Gajapati, celebrated Christmas with midnight mass, carol singing, and prayers for global peace. Celebrations proceeded smoothly under heightened security in sensitive districts.
Bajrang Dal Sit-In at Bareilly Church Over Christmas Skits
Bajrang Dal members staged a sit-in at a Bareilly church, alleging Christmas skits defamed Hindu society. Police are investigating. Read the full details and reactions.
Patna's Christmas: Thousands Throng Churches, City Alive with Joy
Patna soaked in Christmas spirit as thousands attended mass at adorned churches. City witnessed community prayers, charity, and festive crowds at malls and streets. Read more about the celebrations.
Gehlot: Attacks on Christians contradict PM's harmony message
Former Rajasthan CM Ashok Gehlot condemns attacks on Christians, visits Delhi church, and calls for upholding constitutional values of equality and fraternity. Read more.
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