Nirmala Carvalho

In an exclusive interview with AsiaNews, the Superior General of the Missionaries of Charity remembers how central the Eucharist was in the mission of the Blessed Mother. From its adoration, she drew "light and energy to recognise, love and serve Jesus amongst the poor". "May It lead to an explosion of charity," says the message of the Missionaries of Charity.

Christians and Muslims can build a better society together, says Mgr Vincent Concessao, Archbishop of New Delhi.

Archbishop of Madurai, Mgr Fernando: the marginalization of Dalit Christians and Muslims is a matter of social justice and freedom of worship.

The Archbishop of Shillong spoke at the 62nd annual meeting of the Catholic Health Association of India. The President of the Pontifical Council for the Pastoral Assistance to Health Care Workers, Cardinal Barragán, inaugurated the event.

Church leaders in Jharkhand and human rights activists point the finger at Hindu extremists, who are likely responsible for the murder. They and local power barons want to subjugate local Tribals to exploit the wealth of their lands.

Anti-Christian hate causes "serious damage to India's secular structure" and to cultural and economic development

Mgr Nellickal, vicar-general of Tejpur diocese was found dead with deep cuts to his head. Mgr John Thomas shares memories of him. Great solidarity is expressed also by non-Catholics in the area.

Crowds take part in the celebrations to honour the Blessed on the eight anniversary of her death. Many people from other religions volunteer for the 'Special Meal' for the poor. "Mother Teresa is still alive," says Sister Nirmala. "Her legacy: everyone needs love and to feel loved".

With PM Manmohan Singh and Sonia Gandhi in attendance, the Archbishop of New Delhi forcefully pleads the case of Christian Dalits, emphasising the values of the Gospels and warning against extremism in Gujarat.

Fundamentalists launch a campaign in six regions of the country. People become suspicious when the money comes from Christians, but no one winks when money goes to Hindus and Muslims. We won't stop our mission, says the Archbishop of Cuttack-Bubaneshwar.

The Delhi archbishop criticises the decision and blames discriminatory laws

In an interview with AsiaNews, the president of the Catholic Bishops 'Conference of India talks of his experience in Cologne, of the appointment of Benedict XVI and about the Indian Church.