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‘CSI will not turn a blind eye to pogroms in Manipur’

CSI has undertaken a public human rights advocacy campaign to highlight the causes and effects of the violence in Manipur. In short, CSI has not and will not turn a blind eye to the pogroms in Manipur and especially the plight of our targeted brothers and sisters in Christ, said Christian Solidarity International's president John Eibner in an interview with The Christian Messenger.

I am unwilling to cut Israel into two: Netanyahu on overhaul...

When there is a chance to prevent civil war through dialogue, I – as Prime Minister – will take a time-out for dialogue, Bibi said.

Invite Pope Francis to India, Christian groups tell Modi

Cardinal Oswal Gracias was among a select group of faith leaders, business bigwigs, and community figures invited to the PM's residence for the Christmas Day celebration.

Pat Robertson’s daughter-in-law Lisa dies at 69

Lisa at times appeared on “The 700 Club,” which was co-hosted by her father-in-law, most notably offering insights into Advent. She wrote the book, “The Path of Life: Walking in the Loving Presence of God,” and was active in her church, Galilee Episcopal Church in Virginia Beach.

‘Mandisa loved God, found comfort in the Bible’

Despite her personal hardships, she maintained a message of hope and resilience, attributing her strength to her relationship with God.

Two pastors arrested in UP under conversion law

Pastor Arun Kumar and Pastor Ram Tahal gathered to pray on New Year’s Eve along with about 100 believers on December 31 in Ram Charan Ka Purwa in Ajrauli, Khandasa.

Burkina Faso church attack leaves 15 Christians dead

Burkina Faso is ranked No. 20 on Open Doors' World Watch List of countries where it's most dangerous to be a Christian.

Christian woman brutally murdered in Varanasi

A Christian woman was brutally attacked and murdered at the St. Mary's Cathedral Church compound situated in the Cantonment area in Varanasi on January 1.

No justice in sight for Pak Christians in Jaranwala violence

Bishop Rehmat said: “More than 300 people were arrested [following the atrocity] but it is unlikely that they will face justice. Slowly, they have started releasing them. Nobody has been charged.”

Oppenheimer sweeps Oscar awards

Christopher Nolan’s blockbuster biopic Oppenheimer has triumphed at this year’s Oscars, taking home seven awards including Best Picture, Best Director and Best Actor for Cillian Murphy.
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