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Servant of God – Fr Alfred Roche, Barkur -Closing ceremony of Birth Centenary Celebrations.

The Capuchins of the Holy Trinity Province, Karnataka, organized the Closing Ceremony of the Birth Centenary of Servant of God Fr. Alfred Roche, OFM Cap. at Holy Family Church, Brahmavar, on April 3, 2025. The solemn occasion was attended by friars, clergy, religious, and faithful from different parishes, paying tribute to the life and legacy of Fr. Alfred Roche.

Birth Centenary Celebrations of Servant of God Fr. Alfred Roche, OFM Cap.: A Humble Shepherd on the Path to Sainthood…

Fr. Alfred Roche, OFM Cap., was a Capuchin priest known for his saintly life, selfless service, and deep spirituality. His pastoral mission, especially in Karnataka, left an indelible mark on the faithful. As the Church now advances his cause for canonization, the final celebration of his birth centenary on April 3, 2025, at Holy Family Church, Brahmavar, will be a significant milestone in honouri

Speak Up #2: Concerned Christians of Bangalore Engage with MP Derek O’Brien and Fr. Cedric Prakash

Bangalore, March 2, 2025 – Speak Up # 2, an initiative of concerned Christians of Bangalore, was held under the leadership of the Karnataka Regional Laity Commission of KRCBC. The event, presided over by Most Rev. Peter Machado, Archbishop of Bangalore, featured an engaging interaction with Derek O’Brien, Member of Parliament, and noted human rights activist Fr. Cedric Prakash. Clara Fernandes, Se

Pope Francis appoints Rev. Fr. John Carvalho as Bishop of Ajmer

His Holiness Pope Francis has officially appointed Rev. Fr. John Carvalho as Bishop of Ajmer, ushering in a new era of faith and leadership for the Diocese of Ajmer. The announcement was made public at 04:30 P.M. Indian Standard Time in the Immaculate Conception Cathedral, Ajmer on Saturday, 1 March 2025, marking a significant milestone in the journey of this devoted servant. Celebrating Rev. Fr.

Few words of Tribute to Late Mr. B. Seetarama Shetty

It’s almost over a week now and our beloved Principal in heavenly abode. A man devoted his life for National Group of Educational Institutions in general and National Junior College in particular for almost 6 decades, in different capacities now not midst of us physically. As we are planning to gath

"Raav Sadanch" – A Konkani Musical Masterpiece by Young Prodigy Renish Tyson Pinto, Barkur Inspires Youth to Chase Their Passions.

UDUPI, Karnataka – In an era where creativity and passion often take a backseat to academic pressures, 17-year-old Renish Tyson Pinto from Barkur has emerged as a beacon of inspiration for young dreamers. His latest Konkani love song, “Raav Sadanch” – a soulful ode to romance and connection – is not just a musical gem but a testament to the power of pursuing one’s passions fearlessly.

Bishop Rt. Rev. Dr. Gerald Isaac Lobo, Offers the Solemn Thanksgiving Jubilee Mass, in Milagres Cathedral

The Milagres Cathedral in Kallianpur became a beacon of faith, joy, and gratitude as the Thanksgiving Jubilee Mass was solemnly celebrated by the Bishop of Udupi, Rt. Rev. Dr. Gerald Isaac Lobo. The grandeur of the occasion was matched by the radiance of the bright afternoon sun and the enthusiasm of the faithful, who arrived from near and far as early as 3:00 PM.

75 Great Years & 25 Silver years as Bishop…. Rt. Rev. Dr. Gerald Isaac Lobo: A Shepherd of Faith and Service

The Diocese of Udupi rejoices as its beloved first bishop, Rt. Rev. Dr. Gerald Isaac Lobo, celebrates two significant milestones in his remarkable journey of faith and service. On this joyous occasion of his 75th Platinum Birthday, the faithful of Udupi and beyond express their gratitude for his dedicated pastoral leadership. Adding to this celebration, he also completes 25 years as a bishop, a te

Report on Christmas Celebration at Mount Rosary Church, Santhekatte, Kallianpur

The Christmas celebration at Mount Rosary Church, Santhekatte, Kallianpur, was a grand and spiritually uplifting event. The evening began with an enchanting session of carol singing from 6:30 PM to 7:00 PM, led by Jovita Fernandes and her cohesive choir team. Their melodious and harmonious rendition of carols infused the atmosphere with joy and reverence, perfectly setting the tone for the nigh

St Agnes PU College celebrated its Christmas programme “Festive Echoes”

St Agnes PU College celebrated its Christmas programme “Festive Echoes” on 23 December. The resplendent hues of the season were visible on the occasion, which was held in the auditorium and was imbued with great joy and happiness. A charming tableau where God partnered with Mary to save the world from sin by sending Jesus into this world was the focal point. The tableau showcased how, in this mill

LUMINAGE AT ST AGNES SCHOOL(CBSE): A LEGACY HONOURED, A PRESENT CELEBRATED, A FUTURE ILLUMINATED

St Agnes School illuminated a glorious milestone with the grand celebration of its Diamond Jubilee, Luminage, held on December 18, 2024, at the St Agnes Special School Ground. The festivities of the day began with a solemn Thanksgiving Mass at St Sebastian Church, Bendore, Mangaluru, at 8:30 a.m., s

Jeppu, St Anthony’s Charity Institute Spreads the Christmas Spirit with Joyful Celebration

Jeppu, Mangalore, December 22, 2024: The vibrant atmosphere at St Anthony’s Charity Institute was a testament to the Christmas spirit as residents, priests, and well-wishers gathered to celebrate the birth of Christ on December 22, 2024. The event was graced by several distinguished dignitaries, including Most Rev. Dr Peter Paul Saldanha, Bishop of Mangalore, who presided over the celebration. Chi

Christmas Celebration by Catholic Sabha – Mount Rosary Church, Santhekatte Kallianpur

The Catholic Sabha of Mount Rosary Church, Santhekatte Kallianpur, celebrated Christmas with great joy and enthusiasm during its monthly meeting held on Sunday, 22nd December 2024. The celebrations commenced with the 8:00 AM Holy Mass, after which the members gathered in the adjacent Mini Hall for the meeting and festivities. The meeting began with a warm and cordial welcome by the President, Mr.

St Joseph’s Seminary Celebrates Seminary Day 2024 with Cultural Extravaganza and Gratitude

Mangalore, December 5, 2024: St Joseph’s Seminary celebrated its Seminary Day 2024 on December 5th, with a dazzling array of cultural programmes and heartfelt expressions of gratitude. The event was graced by esteemed guests, Most Rev. Dr Duming Dias, the Bishop of the Diocese of Karwar as the chief guest, and Most Rev. Dr Peter Paul Saldanha, the Bishop of Mangalore Diocese and the chairman of

The first poster of the highly anticipated Konkani movie ’Father’ has been released.

Mangalore: Dec 16, Presented by Comedy Company Creations, the first poster of the much awaited Konkani movie ’Father’ directed by Nellu Permanur was unveiled by renowned businessman CA Olvin Rodrigues at the ’Kudla Carnival’ program held on 15th October at the St. Agnes Special School grounds, Mangalore. People are expecting a lot from the movie ’Father’, produced by the team behind ’Kombyat’, the

Spreading Christmas Joy: A Heartwarming Celebration for the Physically and Visually Challenged Across Karnataka

Bengaluru: On December 15th, Dhyana Jyothi Trust, in collaboration with Helping Hand Trust, hosted a heartwarming Christmas celebration for physically and visually challenged families across Karnataka. The event, held at the Holy Ghost Church Parish Hall in Frazer Town, Bangalore, began at 11 a.m. and brought together a diverse group of individuals to celebrate love, unity, and the blessings of th

Blood Donor - Mahesh Poojari, Hoode felicitated with Rajyostava Award.

Udupi District honored 48 people from various section for their achievements during Karnataka Rajyostava celebrations last month at the Ajjarkard ground by District-in-charge minister Mrs. Laxmi Hebbalkar. Mahesh Kumar, Hoode - Kemmannu is one among those 48 got the felicitation.Mahesh started donating blood at the age of 17 and for the last 23 years, 77 times he has donated the blood and 28 times

Karwar Diocese Education Society Embraces AI for Transformative Teaching

KARWAR, DECEMBER 15, 2024: The Karwar Diocese Education Society (KDES) hosted a groundbreaking workshop on Artificial Intelligence (AI) to equip educators with the skills and knowledge needed to revolutionise classroom teaching. The workshop, held on Sunday, December 15, 2024, at St Joseph PU College, Karwar, brought together principals, institutional heads, technical staff, and teachers from KDES

Washington DC Mangalorean Association celebrates ’Christmas Party & Masquerade Ball’ on December 7, 2024

Mangalorean Catholic Association of Washington DC/Maryland/Virginia Celebrates “MCA Christmas Party & Masquerade Ball 2024” on Saturday, December 7, 2024. The Mangalorean Catholic Association of Washington DC/Virginia and Maryland celebrated their Christmas event on Saturday, 7th December 2024 to a packed crowd at the Mid County Community Recreation Center, Maryland. Approximately 150 plus atte

SVV National High School’s 20th Annual Day celebrations held on 14th December, 2024.

The Annual Day Celebrations of SVVN English Medium High School, Heradi - Barkur, the grand finale was held on Saturday, 14th December 2024, was a grand spectacle filled with cultural vibrancy and heartfelt moments. Cultural, folklore and traditional Extravaganza: The second day’s events commenced with a colourful cultural feast from 3.45 PM to 5:00 PM, a rich composition of 8 different events, w