New Delhi, April 21 -- The world united in mourning on Monday, April 21, as news broke of the passing of Pope Francis, the 266th pontiff of the Roman Catholic Church. Known for his humility, compassion, and deep commitment to social justice, the Argentine-born pope breathed his last in the Vatican, leaving behind a spiritual legacy that transcended borders, faiths, and ideologies.

Leaders from across the world expressed their sorrow, recalling personal memories and reflecting on the profound impact of Pope Francis on the global stage.

India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid heartfelt tribute, saying, "Deeply pained by the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis... Pope Francis will always be remembered as a beacon of compassion, humility...