Category: News

Don Bosco Primary School Stands in Solidarity – A Peace Rally for Manipur

Arunachal Pradesh, News

Borduria, 21 July 2023: In a heart-warming display of solidarity, Don Bosco Primary School in Borduria, Tirap District, Arunachal Pradesh, took a significant step towards supporting the violence-affected victims of Manipur. The school’s management, along with its 184 students and 20 members from the Mothers/Women Friday Prayer Group, organized a peaceful rally to advocate for peace in the neighbouring state. The peace rally commenced from the BORDURIA village playground and made its way to the Catholic Church, where it concluded with a solemn Divine Mercy Chaplet led by the school’s Principal, Rector, and Parish-priest Fr. CJ Mathew. Despite their young

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5th Junior Boys National Boxing Championship 2023 Commences in Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh

Arunachal Pradesh, Colleges, Itanagar DBC, News, Sports

Itanagar, 9 July 2023: The grand opening ceremony of the 5th Junior Boys National Boxing Championship 2023 commenced today at Don Bosco College Jollang in Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh. The event was graced by the presence of esteemed guests, including Shri Pema Khandu, the Hon’ble Chief Minister; Shri Mama Natung, the Hon’ble Minister of Sports & Youth Affairs; Shri Taba Tedir, the Hon’ble Minister of Education; Shri Hemanta Kumar Kalita, Secretary General of the Boxing Federation of India, along with other dignitaries, participants, coaches, and invitees.The Championship, organized by the Boxing Federation of India, is on in Don Bosco College, Itanagar

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Rector Major of Salesians of Don Bosco Declared Cardinal by Pope Francis during the Angelus

Church, Congregation, Don Bosco, News

Rome 09 July 2023: In a significant announcement during the Angelus on 09 July 2023, Pope Francis declared Rev Fr Angel Fernandez Artime, the Rector Major of the Salesians of Don Bosco (SDB), as a Cardinal. The declaration came as a recognition of Fr Angel Fernandez Artime’s dedicated service to the Church and his leadership within the Salesian Order. Fr Angel Fernandez Artime, born on 21 August 1960, is a Roman Catholic Priest hailing from the Salesians of Don Bosco. He was elected as the Rector Major of the Salesians on 24 May 2014, becoming the 10th successor of Don

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St. Teresa’s Parish Golaghat Hosts Successful Seminar on ‘Know Your Church’ for Youth

Assam, Church, Golaghat DBC, Houses, News, Province News, Youth

Golaghat 9 July 2023: St. Teresa’s Parish in Golaghat recently hosted a two-day seminar titled “Know Your Church” on July 7th and 8th, 2023. The event aimed to educate and inform the youth of the parish about various aspects of their church, including its history, mission, structure, and activities. A total of 340 young individuals from 34 Catholic communities within the parish participated in the seminar, which featured sessions conducted by Fr. Blasius Tete SDB. The seminar commenced on the evening of 7 July 2023 with a confession session for all the youth, followed by a Rosary service and a

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Fr. Ferdinand Dkhar Appointed as the New Bishop of Jowai

Diocese, News

Shillong, 8 July 2023 – The Diocese of Jowai in Meghalaya, Northeast India, is set to welcome its new Bishop as His Holiness Pope Francis appoints Fr. Ferdinand Dkhar (59) as the Bishop of Jowai on Saturday, 8 July 2023. Fr. Ferdinand Dkhar, born on 26 February 1962 in Longkaluh within the Diocese of Jowai, has an impressive background in theological studies. He attended the minor seminary in Upper Shillong, Meghalaya, followed by studies in Philosophy at Christ King College and Theology at Oriens Theological College in the Archdiocese of Shillong. Fr. Ferdinand Dkhar was ordained a priest on 23

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Newly Appointed Bishop-Elect Rev Fr Benny Varghese Receives Heartwarming Visit from CRI Unit of Dimapur

CRI, Nagaland, News

Dimapur 2 July 2023: The Conference of Religious, India (CRI) Unit of Dimapur paid a joyous visit to the recently appointed Bishop-Elect, Rev Fr Benny Varghese, on July 2, 2023. Led by Fr Benny James SDB, the president of CRI, and accompanied by Sr Mercy Philip MSMHC, the treasurer of CRI, Fr Jenson CM, the previous President of CRI, and Sr Sicily, superior of DC convent, the team gathered to offer their congratulations and well wishes to the esteemed bishop-elect. Upon arrival, the CRI Unit members presented Rev Fr Benny Varghese with a traditional attire, a beautifully arranged bouquet of

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Jubilation as Rev. Fr. Benny Varghese Edathattel Appointed as the Second Bishop of Itanagar

Arunachal Pradesh, Church, Diocese, Nagaland, News

Itanagar, 30 June 30, 2023 – The announcement of Rev. Fr. Benny Varghese Edathattel’s appointment as the second Bishop of Itanagar by His Holiness, Pope Francis, has sparked jubilation in Itanagar, Kohima, and other places. The news was made known in Rome on 29 June, 2023, at 15:30 hours Indian time on the feast day Sts Peter and Paul. Fr. Benny Varghese’s appointment follows the resignation of Bishop John Thomas Kattrukudiyil upon reaching the age of 75. The Catholic community in Itanagar and Kohima eagerly awaits the leadership of their new shepherd. Fr. Benny Varghese was born on 22 April

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Fr Jose Palely SDB Appointed as Vice Chancellor of Assam Don Bosco University: A New Chapter in Leadership

Colleges, News, Province News

Dimapur, 29 June 2023: Fr Jose Palely SDB has been appointed as the Vice-Chancellor (VC) of Assam Don Bosco University (ADBU), and we extend our heartfelt congratulations to him on this significant achievement. Fr Palely, a native of Kerala, was born on 8 August 1961. He made his first profession in the Salesian Congregation on 24 May 1981 at Sunnyside, Shillong, and was ordained on 28 December 1989. He belongs to the Salesian Province of Dimapur and has served in various capacities within the province. Fr Palely’s dedication and commitment have been evident throughout his diverse assignments. He has made

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DIMAPUR PROVINCE COLLEGES EMBRACE WORLD ENVIRONMENT DAY WITH INNOVATIVE CELEBRATIONS

News

Dimapur: 5 June 2023: Colleges under the Salesian Province in Dimapur Province joined the global celebration of World Environment Day, organizing various activities to promote environmental awareness and sustainability. Despite being on holiday, the colleges came up with innovative ways to mark the occasion, fostering a sense of responsibility towards the environment among students. Kohima Don Bosco College demonstrated its commitment to environmental conservation by organizing insightful seminars. The college aimed to educate students about pressing environmental issues, such as climate change, pollution, and sustainable practices. The seminars provided a platform for students to engage in discussions and brainstorm potential

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