Subramaniam Badrinath Leaves Out Abhishek Sharma For 1st T20I vs West Indies
Subramaniam Badrinath didn't keep Abhishek Sharma in the playing XI for the 1st T20I against West Indies.
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Jordan’s Latin patriarchal vicar calls for unified pilgrimage route across the Holy Land
Bishop Iyad Twal said he is looking to 2030 to deepen Jordan’s place on the Christian pilgrimage map.
How the Hail Mary prayer has changed over the centuries
The Catholic Church has two prayers that have become staples in the lives of Catholics around the world. These two prayers are taught to children from the earliest age and remain part of their spiritual lives until they die.…
IHG Unlocks Major Hospitality Growth in Uttar Pradesh with New voco Vrindavan as Visitor Numbers Continue to Surge
IHG Unlocks Major Hospitality Growth in Uttar Pradesh with New voco Vrindavan as Visitor Numbers Continue to Surge IHG Hotels & Resorts is expanding its premium hospitality footprint in North India with plans to introduce voco…
Why sculptors visit Kolkata’s red-light area to ask sex workers for soil from their doorsteps?
Kumartuli, an iconic neighborhood in Kolkata, showcases the unique tradition of crafting Durga idols from clay. A significant aspect of this practice involves gathering soil from the thresholds of sex workers, which holds sacred…
Vatican outlines program for ‘Amoris Laetitia’ followup meeting
From October 7 to 14, 2026, the Vatican will host 187 representatives from around the world for a meeting focused on families. The gathering marks the 10th anniversary of Amoris Laetitia, the landmark document Pope Francis…
Basel Cathedral Opens Affordable Tower Experience With Sweeping Rhine Views in Switzerland
Basel Cathedral Opens Affordable Tower Experience With Sweeping Rhine Views in Switzerland Basel Minster offers free entry, panoramic tower views, historic architecture and affordable sightseeing in Switzerland
‘I have cherished every moment, but…’: What Senator said while holding her baby in Parliament
Fatima Payman made an impactful statement in Parliament, cradling her baby while sharing the often-overlooked trials of motherhood. She shed light on the emotional and physical hurdles faced during recovery post-childbirth…
Saudi Arabia Supercharges Makkah Pilgrimage Tourism as Grand Mosque Handles 107,000 Tawaf Performers an Hour
Saudi Arabia Supercharges Makkah Pilgrimage Tourism as Grand Mosque Handles 107,000 Tawaf Performers an Hour Saudi Arabia transforms Makkah pilgrimage tourism with 107,000-per-hour Tawaf capacity, smart technology and advanced…
Dussehra 2026: Red Fort To Dwarka, The Ramlilas In Delhi You Shouldn't Miss
From Red Fort spectacle to century-old traditions and Broadway-style staging, here is where to watch Ramlila in Delhi this Dussehra, with dates, venues and the 20 October Ravan Dahan.
The Vatican opens an exhibition on preserving knowledge
Ever since the invention of the printing press in 1440, the Holy See has actively pursued the dissemination, protection and promotion of printed knowledge. While many of us probably think that protecting knowledge has mostly to…
Sacred pages of 1,000-year-old gospel reveal ancient DNA scientists never expected
The York Gospels, a 1,000-year-old manuscript, revealed ancient sheeppox virus DNA preserved in its parchment pages, stunning researchers worldwide.
Disabled child’s papal blessing in Lourdes gives family ‘strength and hope’
Pope Leo XIV blessed Olivia Hamelin, a 3-year-old with a rare genetic condition, during his visit to Lourdes, France.
Marrakech Faces Rising Heat as Its Historic Medina Enters a New Climate Era
Marrakech Faces Rising Heat as Its Historic Medina Enters a New Climate Era Marrakech transforms its historic Medina with climate cooling corridors to combat extreme heat. Check travel tips, shaded routes, and seasonal updates.
Bridal Padukas May Be Bejeweling Feet But their Spiritual Origins Are Surprisingly Different
What began has a symbol of renunciation has been breathtakingly reinvented for feet stepping into a new life. The juxtaposition between the motivations then, is worth a deep dive.
Does the Jubilee Year of St. Francis end on October 4?
While October 4 marks the pinnacle feast honoring the 800th anniversary of St. Francis’ death, the special Jubilee Year that was promulgated by Pope Leo XIV in January does not end on that date. In fact, it even goes past January…
From civil union to sacred bond: California diocese celebrates marriage convalidations
Led by San Jose Bishop Oscar Cantú and program director Jose Soto, the “Radiate Love” initiative accompanies dozens of couples home to the sacraments.
Israeli army says seized two suspects in south Syria
JERUSALEM: The Israeli military said on Monday it seized two people it said were approaching an army outpost in an area of southern Syria it has occupied since the overthrow of president Bashar Assad. “A short while ago, IDF…
Oaks Hotels Debuts in Japan with Two Kyoto Properties Near Temples, Nishiki Market and Transit Growth
Oaks Hotels Debuts in Japan with Two Kyoto Properties Near Temples, Nishiki Market and Transit Growth Oaks Hotels enters Japan with two Kyoto properties, offering central stays near historic temples, Nishiki Market and major…
Fatima Sana Shaikh's Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Gets A Head-Turning Custom Makeover
Fatima Sana Shaikh’s Royal Enfield Meteor 350 gets a striking custom makeover, transforming the cruiser into a distinctive bobber-style motorcycle with several design changes and unique details.
The Pope draws a line between art and AI output
On October 2, Pope Leo XIV addressed artists and curators gathered in the Apostolic Palace for a meeting on “The Art of Possibility: Weaving Together,” organized by the Vatican’s Dicastery for Culture and Education. What he said…
Pope Leo urges Vatican police to guard their hearts as they protect others
At a Mass honoring their patron, St. Michael the Archangel, the pontiff called on gendarmes to exercise authority with humility and compassion.
Heritage walk
Explore Al-Balad on a guided walking tour, taking in its coral-stone architecture, traditional Roshan balconies, historic markets and landmarks such as Bab Makkah. Learn more at webook.com .
Magic Or FOMO: What Is Driving India's Unmanageable Pilgrimage Crowds?
From Kainchi Dham to Kedarnath, a long weekend sent crowds into the mountains. But the city they were trying to escape followed them up the mountain: jams, gridlock and hours-long queues.
New comic marks St. Francis’ Jubilee Year in a bold way
Like many Catholics, I have long fostered a deep fascination with St. Francis of Assisi, the 13th-century son of a wealthy cloth merchant who forsook power, comfort, and riches to embrace poverty, chastity, and to fulfill God’s…
Pope Leo XIV to Vatican employees: AI cannot replace human work
The pontiff held a private audience on Monday with the Vatican labor associations.
Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, Turkiye activate collective defense commitments amid ongoing threats
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkiye on Monday agreed to immediately implement collective-defense commitments under the Makkah Defense Alliance, including the swift deployment of agreed forces and military capabilities to…
Uttarakhand Congress Rift Deepens? Harish Rawat Questions Party’s Organisational Activity
Internal conflicts within the Uttarakhand Congress are surfacing, notably with former Chief Minister Harish Rawat challenging the party's organisational outreach while defending his 'Dhanyawad and Jansamvad Yatra.'
Friar: Annual Rosary pilgrimage says something about Church in USA
The annual Dominican Rosary Pilgrimage, now in its fourth year, drew an estimated 3,000 people to Washington, DC, and thousands more joined via livestream. The event, held on September 26, is “a sign of the vibrance and life of…
Vatican Observatory scholar says Earth may be rarer than once believed
“The universe is certainly not full of worlds like Earth,” said Christopher Graney, a scholar at the Vatican Observatory.
Mecca Pact: Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey to Meet in Riyadh
Officials from Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkey will convene in Riyadh for a crucial meeting regarding their recently established joint defense pact amidst escalating tensions with the Houthis in Yemen.
Pope prays the rosary with children: ‘50 million Hail Marys rising to heaven’
“Let us repeat together: ‘I love you, Jesus. I love you, Mary,’” the pontiff said in his remarks before the rosary in the Vatican Gardens.
Vatican doctrine office to release document on transmission of the faith in October
The text will be titled Venite ad Me, Latin for “Come to Me.”
Vatican calls for a renewal of attention in the age of clickbait
The World Day of Social Communications will be celebrated on May 9, 2027, the Sunday before Pentecost.
10 years after Amoris Laetitia, bishops to discuss challenges of families at the Vatican
Vatican officials said the weeklong meeting is neither a synod, nor an evaluation of Amoris Laetitia.
Vatican to publish Pope Francis’ personal diary
A collection of Pope Francis’ private writings will be available on Nov. 24.
Belgian bishop renews push to ordain married men to priesthood
Bishop Johan Bonny said he discussed his proposal to ordain married men with Vatican officials. The Holy See has announced no approval or change to the Latin Church’s discipline.
Saudi Arabia condemns continued Houthi attacks, reaffirms right to defend itself
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia on Monday strongly condemned continued Iran-backed Houthi attacks targeting civilians and civilian and economic infrastructure in the Kingdom, as well as repeated attacks on Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh and other…
Professor indicted over alleged plans to attack Israeli Arabs, Palestinians
JERUSALEM: A professor at an Israeli university has been indicted for allegedly planning attacks aimed at killing hundreds of Arab Israelis and Palestinians in a bid to force them to flee into neighbouring countries, prosecutors…
Supreme Court to hear case on lawsuit that blocked Marian shrine plan in Kentucky
Two neighbors objected to the shrine and filed suit. Lawyers for the Missionaries of St. John the Baptist say federal religious liberty protections guarantee their right to construct the shrine.
15 parishioners killed in road accident on way to Kenya shrine for National Prayer Day
The Mombasa Archdiocese announced on Saturday that pilgrims from one parish had died as they traveled to Subukia National Marian Shrine.
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