Mysuru/New Delhi, April 22 -- India declares three-day State mourning

Rich tributes were paid at city Churches to Pope Francis, who passed away yesterday morning.

Praying for the repose of the soul of Pope Francis, the Diocese of Mysuru had organised a special Mass at St. Joseph's Cathedral (St. Philomena's Church) yesterday evening which was led by Archbishop Emeritus and Apostolic Administrator of Diocese of Mysore Most Rev. Dr. Bernard Moras. He was joined by more than 100 nuns, 18 priests and others. The Apostolic Administrator preached about the greatness of the Pope and how he was well connected to him through the ministry.

Msgr. Alfred John Mendonca, explained the procedures of what happens after the death of a Pope at the begin...