The Goa Church wants casinos and massage parlours to be dropped from the tourism masterplan being drafted by a consortium of consultants for the state government. Addressing a press conference in ...

The directive to hold special prayers came from the archbishop of Goa and Daman, Felipe Neri Cardinal Ferrao. "This has been interpreted as a message to vote for Congress," said one observer. CM ...

As the state’s demographics shift, its churches are adapting and making space for migrants and the language they understand, with Masses and catechism classes being provided in it Every Sunday morning ...

Goa, known for its sun-kissed beaches and vibrant nightlife, also has a deeply spiritual and peaceful side, especially during the Holy Week. Good Friday, which marks the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, ...

New Delhi: Goa often creates image of serene beaches when we think of it. However, its magnificent churches are worth visiting that reflect its rich Portuguese legacy through impressive Baroque, ...

The former Portuguese colony and now Indian state of Goa’s historical churches are turning into tourist sites rather than places of devotion, with visitors vying to pose for selfies rather than ...

MUMBAI, India – A spat between the ruling party and the Catholic Church in the Indian state of Goa is getting ugly, with the two sides trading insults this week – including allegations of Nazi-like ...

GOA, India — Goa, a former Portuguese colony that now ranks as having one of the most famous beaches in India, is continuing to promote Christianity in Asia as part of its colonial legacy, retired ...

Churches in Goa held special prayers during the 'Holy Hour' on Friday and Sunday (May 3 and May 5), urging Catholics to “vote responsibly” in the upcoming elections. The prayers, recommended by Felipe ...

Goa Church will issue guidelines to Christians to help them decide “the right candidate” to vote for in the next year’s Assembly elections. Goa Church will issue guidelines to Christians to help them ...