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Topic: Pope Francis

Pope Francis’ Instagram account ‘likes’ Brazilian model’s photo, Vatican launches probe

The Vatican has sought an explanation from Instagram on the incident, confirming that the 'like' did not come from the Holy See.

Lesbian & gay couples are children of God, says Pope Francis in support of same-sex marriage

Pope Francis' support for civil union laws is a departure from the position of his predecessors, and will revive the debate on sexual morals within the Catholic Church.

Pleasures of loving sex & food are divine, church was tough on them, says Pope Francis

In a book of interviews, Pope Francis said that the Church condemned vulgar or brute pleasure but has always accepted simple, human and moral pleasure.

Mecca to Vatican — COVID-19 proves when human beings are in peril, gods flee first

Everything is on hold in Mecca. The Pope isn't communicating with god. Brahmin priests in temples are putting masks on idols. Religion has deserted coronavirus-fearing people.

Pope Francis expels Kerala church priest convicted of raping 16-year-old

Syro-Malabar Church priest Robin Vadakkumchery is currently serving a 20-year jail term for raping and impregnating the girl in Mananthavady diocese.

Kartarpur corridor is religious diplomacy at work, a promising new trend around the world

Pope Francis' historic visit to the UAE and Abu Dhabi's Crown Prince building an Abrahamic Family House show the increasing acceptance of religious diplomacy.

Sister Mariam Thresia, the Kerala nun declared a saint, led an austere life from early age

Sister Thresia was born on 26 April 1876 in Puthenchira, a small village in Thrissur. She founded the Congregation of the Sisters of the Holy Family in 1914.

The Pope’s condolences, Kejriwal’s relief, Gambhir’s brickbats, & Sanjay Jha’s love of dogs and cats

The most politically correct and incorrect tweets of the day from across the political spectrum.

Where will the Queen go if Brexit turns ugly — and other updates from London

Pope Francis arrives in the UAE to promote a dialogue for peace and tolerance between the two faiths. 

Pope Francis temporarily relieves Bishop Franco Mulakka of his pastoral responsibilities

The announcement came while the senior catholic priest is being questioned by a Special Investigation Team over rape charges by a nun.

On Camera

Coup, conspiracy & the foreign hand—What Indian TV news channels saw in Nepal this week

‘Gen Z v/s Govt’ TV news coverage went for two days—not sure about the source of the telecast from Kathmandu since no credit was given.

What’s behind bond yields’ logic-defying spike? The market’s concern over the future

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.

Navy gets first Tata-made Spanish 3D surveillance radar for its warships, 19 more to come

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.

Punjab is fast becoming the new Northeast. And there’s a message in it for Modi

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?