Modi sworn in for third term amid coalition challenges

Narendra Modi takes oath as prime minister for the third term. (Photo: YouTube Screenshot/Firstpost) For an unprecedented third consecutive term, Narendra Modi was sworn as India’s Prime Minister on June 9, heading a coalition government after his Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) suffered a shock setback by failing to secure an outright parliamentary majority. In a grand … Read more

Modi claims he was 'sent by God,' not born biologically

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses U.S. Congress. (Photo: YouTube Screenshot/CBS News) In a remarkable claim that has stoked controversy, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has asserted he was not born through biological means but was instead “sent by God” with a divine purpose. The startling remarks came during an interview with News18 channel while campaigning for his … Read more

Dissent among religious leaders over VHP role in Ram Temple consecration and inauguration by PM Modi

(Photo: Unsplash) In a striking turn of events, influential religious leaders have openly criticised the Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) for its role in managing the ‘Pran Pratistha’ (consecration) of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya. Simultaneously, concerns have been raised about Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s planned inauguration of the ‘semi-constructed’ temple, with allegations of political motivations. … Read more

Christian community urges PM Modi to extend formal invitation for Pope Francis' visit to India in 2024

(Photo: Ashwin Vaswani/Unsplash) Christian groups in Mumbai have made an enthusiastic appeal to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to extend a formal invitation to Pope Francis to visit India in 2024. It would be the first papal visit in over twenty years, since Pope John Paul II toured the country back in 1999. Cardinal Oswal Gracias … Read more

While Christian leaders praise Modi, activists highlight ongoing unrest in Manipur, and nationwide attacks on Christians

Burnt Bibles from the attacks on Christians in Manipur. (Photo: Open Doors) In a joint press statement released on December 28, prominent figures and political commentators, including Apoorvanand, John Dayal, ASR Mary Scaria SCJM, AC Michael, Minakshi Singh and Shabnam Hashmi, addressed the paradoxical journey of the Christian community in India through 2023. The statement … Read more

Prime Minister Modi celebrates Christmas with Christian Community, emphasises shared values and collective progress

Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his greetings to the Christian community on Christmas. A warm and festive gathering at his residence in the national capital on Monday. (Photo: Screenshot from Prime Minister of India’s Twitter handle/@narendramodi) In a warm and festive gathering at his residence in the national capital on Monday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi … Read more

As violence continues in Manipur, PM Modi faces no-confidence motion

People in Mizoram demonstrate against the horrifying occurrences and continued assault against women in Manipur. (Photo: Screenshot of images shared on social media) A wave of violence in Manipur has left a trail of death and destruction, with the latest incidents resulting in six fatalities and numerous homes set ablaze. The ongoing unrest, which has … Read more