Independence

New Israeli Museum Honors Jewish Fighting Spirit, Victories During World War II and Israel's Independence

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LATRUN, Israel – A new museum near Jerusalem aims to honor and expand the Jewish story of World War II. The result turns that story from one of victimhood to victory. A talking time elevator plays a film that recounts the story of that era: “From the start of the war til its end, the Germans and their … Read more

Subdued Independence Day in Manipur amidst strife and solidarity

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Independence Day celebration at Kangpokpi among the Kuki-Zo people (Photo: YouTube Screenshot) Independence Day in Manipur bore a quiet tone this year, as the state faced a general strike called by militant groups and grappled with the impact of ethnic religious conflict that has claimed many lives and property over the past three months. In … Read more

United to Pray for India, a year-long prayer movement launched on Independence Day

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(Photo: UTPFI) Christians from all around India came together online to create “United to Pray for India” (UTPFI), a movement to pray for the country for a year from August 15, 2023, to August 15, 2024, on its 77th Independence Day. UTPFI is an interdenominational initiative without any organisation or Church banners but has representation … Read more

NCCI's Independence Day message: reflecting on progress, acknowledging challenges

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(Photo: Unsplash) As India celebrated its 77th Independence Day, the National Council of Churches in India (NCCI) issued a poignant statement through its General Secretary Rev. Asir Ebenezer, urging citizens to remember the courageous individuals who stood up against oppression and to reflect on the nation’s journey towards progress and unity. The NCCI is the … Read more