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The Rise of Influencers Double-Edged Sword in the Digital Age

New Delhi, March 24 -- It is an era of influencers. They shape the way we think, what we buy, and even how we see the world. Influencers rule every sector, whether in fashion, fitness, politics, or fi... Read More


Criticism, the Soul of Democracy A Fact-check under PM Modi's Regime

New Delhi, March 24 -- In an interview with American podcaster Lex Fridman, Prime Minister Narendra Modi proclaimed, "Criticism is the soul of democracy." He added, "If democracy truly runs in your ve... Read More


Xavier's Legacy

New Delhi, March 24 -- I was his collaborator in three of his successful initiatives and a few of his unsuccessful ventures. But to me, Capuchin friar Fr Xavier Vadekekkara was, first, a friend who kn... Read More


He Trod a Less-Travelled Path

New Delhi, March 24 -- Fr Xavier Vadakkekara is no more. A personality who inspired scores and mentored many is gone. He lived a life unlike many others. In death, too, he took a different path by don... Read More


Fr Xavier Vadakkekara (72) A Life of Humility, Passion and Faith

New Delhi, March 24 -- I was a student of St Thomas College, Kozhencherry, in the early seventies when the private colleges in Kerala went on a strike. The organisation under whose auspices the strike... Read More


In Memoriam: Fr Xavier Vadakkekara A Visionary Leader in Catholic Media

New Delhi, March 24 -- The passing of Rev Fr Xavier Vadakkekara, a trailblazing Capuchin priest, journalist, and media leader, has left a void in the Catholic media landscape in India. As the former e... Read More


Champions Trophy for India!

NEW DELHI, March 17 -- Ah, what a win that was! The streets were alive with cheers, people were dancing on balconies, and social media erupted with messages like, "We did it!" Of course, by "we," most... Read More


The Apostle of the Sunderbans The Life and Mission of Fr Ante Gabri?, Servant of God

NEW DELHI, March 17 -- On February 28, 2025, Bishop Shyamal Bose of Baruipur released a book of great historical and missionary significance for the Church of Bengal, particularly the Baruipur Diocese... Read More


Hindu Festivals and Sectarian Nationalist Politics

NEW DELHI, March 17 -- The RSS Combine's Hindu Rashtra agenda has been built upon narratives through multiple mechanisms. The festivals have been the occasion for promoting its agenda. Highlighting ce... Read More


Pope Francis: What Does his Pontificate Tell the World?

NEW DELHI, March 17 -- Does a Pontificate necessarily invoke philosophical accountability and reflection? When it comes to the Second Vatican Council and Pope John Twenty Third to Pope Francis, it ind... Read More