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Indian church prepares data for victims of Orissa violence

Father Singh said although the process should start at the diocesan level, "we want this to become a national Christian affair that would help people reaffirm their faith."
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Murder of Christian activist in Orissa creates climate of fear

THE murder of Christian activist Rabindra Parichha in Kandhamal district of Orissa in India has been interpreted as "a strategic move by extremists to create a climate of fear among Christians" in the run-up to Christmas.

Orissa village priest struck with an arrow, tribal lynched

A Christian priest identified as Jiban Masi Munda (70) was killed with an arrow allegedly darted by a tribal in a village in Orissa’s Sundargarh district.
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IET missionary kidnapped, let off in Orissa

“ON April 1, 2011, early in the morning, Mahendra K Parabhoi, a missionary associated with the Indian Evangelical Team (IET) was starting his journey to Bhawanipatna division, to go to the village of Shemgura.
Togadia, Aseemanand

Probe Togadia, Aseemanand role in Orissa violence: AICC

“WE demand that the National Investigation Agency probe Sangh terror suspects Indresh, Aseemanand, Col. Purohit, Dr. Praveen Togadia and others in Kandhamal violence of 2007-2008,” said the memo.
A scene from Orissa riots

Police threaten Orissa pastor’s wife to withdraw complaint

POLICE in Pokala of Kandhamal district told Nimata Pradhan, the wife of Saul Pradhan, a Pentecostal pastor killed on January 11, to stop asking questions about her husband’s murder.
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Relatives suspect cover-up in Orissa pastor’s death

THE body of of Saul Pradhan, a 45-year-old independent pastor whose house was burned by Hindu fundamentalists two years ago, was found near a pond in Kandhamal’s Raikia Block on Jan. 11.

Congrats, Mr. Modi. But, now will you please start working for the nation?

No government on earth has ever been perfect. No government yet to come till this side of eternity will be perfect either. Nor do they always follow God's laws and plans. The Narendra Modi government will be no exception.

Kandhamal Violence: Lack of convictions disturbing, says SC Chief Justice

“This judgment is the talking point here,” Junos Nayak, a retired policeman hurt during the Kandhamal violence, told World Watch Monitor. “Everyone is eager to know if the judgment will bring any benefit to them”.
Christians at a relief camp in Orissa

Catholic Bishops body pledges support to Kandhamal Christians

The Kandhamal violence of August 2008 that lasted nearly four months claimed more than 90 lives and wounded hundreds of people. More than 50,000 people were rendered homeless.
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