Ottawa: Canada has introduced a significant change to its tourist visa policy, discontinuing 10-year multiple-entry visas, a move that may impact frequent travelers to the country. The new guidelines grant immigration officers increased discretion in issuing visas, allowing them to assess each application individually and decide on the appropriate type and duration based on travel Read More…
In an unprecedented decision, Donald Trump has appointed Susie Wiles as his White House Chief of Staff, making her the first woman in U.S. history to hold this influential position. Known for her strategic prowess, Wiles has been instrumental in Trump’s political successes, guiding his campaigns with precision and helping secure his victories. Wiles, daughter Read More…
By our religious Correspondent Kochi: The head of the Syro-Malabar church (SMC) Major Archbishop Mar Raphael Thattil has been appointed by Pope Francis to a ten-member special Vatican committee on Eastern rite Churches. “It is a major recognition to the Syro-Malabar Church”, head-quartered here, the official spokesperson for the SMC , Fr Antony Vadakkekara said. Read More…
By our foreign religious correspondent Jakarta: In a rare act of humility and lowliness, Bishop Paskalis Bruno Syukur of Bogor (Indonesia) declined the honor of being elevated to cardinal in the en suing Consistory (Solemn meeting of Roman Catholic Cardinals convoked and presided over by the pope) on December 07, 2024. This was perhaps the Read More…
By our Foreign religious correspondent Vatican City: The provisional agreement for appointment of bishops in between the Vatican and China has been extended further for its validity of four years from October 22, the Vatican sources said. “In the light of the consensus arrived for an effective application of the Provisional Agreement regarding the Appointment Read More…
In his triumphant return, Donald Trump addressed supporters with bold plans for his upcoming term, having secured victories in pivotal swing states like North Carolina, Georgia, and Pennsylvania. Declaring himself the “45th and 47th President,” Trump outlined his ambitions for an American revival, with a focus on economic strength, energy independence, and national security. He Read More…
By our Foreign Correspondent Vatican City: Pope Francis cut the salaries of the cardinals working at the Vatican again , effective from November 01, 2024. According to the Italian ANSA News agency, the prefect of the Secretariat for the Economy, informed the cardinals of the Holy Father’s decision in a letter on October 18, almost Read More…
Today, November 5, millions of Americans head to the polls in a fiercely competitive 2024 U.S. presidential election, with Democratic nominee Kamala Harris facing off against Republican Donald Trump. Key battleground states like Pennsylvania and Arizona are expected to play pivotal roles in determining the next president, adding intensity to a tight race. Both candidates Read More…
By Our Religious Correspondent London : Christians’ suffering increased due to violence ,discrimination and other human rights abuses around the world according to CAN reported released here on October 22. Catholic charity Aid to the Church in Need (CAN) launched “ Persecuted and Forgotten? A Report on Christians oppressed for their Faith 2022-24 “ at Read More…
By Our Foreign Correspondent Washington: The Republican Party’s candidate for US Presidential election on Nov 05 played with the Hindutwa trump card for votes of Indian Americans. Diwali, the festival of lights, in India has logged lime light for the US Presidential election as the New York state had declared an official holiday for Diwali Read More…