Carlo Acutis, who died of leukaemia in 2006 aged 15, used computer skills to spread Catholic faith during his short life. He was beatified in 2020 after one miracle was attributed to him.
Francis has confirmed the Catholic Church's opposition to LGBT marriages, but has repeatedly said same-sex couples have a right to be protected by civil union laws.
Ukraine summoned Vatican ambassador to express 'disappointment' with Pope Francis’ comments that Ukraine should have 'the courage of the white flag' to negotiate end to conflict.
Jens Stoltenberg expressed disagreement with the Pope Francis' comments on the 'courage of the white flag' and said that Ukraine's surrender would be dangerous for all.
It was believed to be the first time Pope Francis has used terms such as 'white flag' or 'defeated' while discussing the Ukraine war, previously, he has spoken about the need for negotiations.
Organiser posts letter on X, in which Congress leader said 'if I had not been unwell, I would've been there to witness this sacred ceremony', referring to canonisation of Mother Teresa.
Expressing concern that the war between Israel and Hamas in the Gaza Strip could spread in the wider Middle East, he called for a 'ceasefire on every front, including Lebanon'.
Local residents and Palestinian media say Israel stepped up air and ground shelling against al-Bureij in central Gaza. Clergy have cancelled celebrations in Bethlehem.
While bond yields tend to fall amid low inflation & interest rate cuts, market experts say they’ve been rising due to concerns over tax collections, fiscal deficit & potential impact of US tariffs.
It is one of the most advanced long-range air defence and anti-missile radars. It has been acquired under an about USD 145-million deal signed in 2020.
In its toughest time in decades because of floods, Punjab would’ve expected PM Modi to visit. If he has the time for a Bihar tour, why not a short visit to next-door Punjab?
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