Bahrain, May 23, 2025 – In a vibrant showcase of talent, poise, and multicultural elegance, Feryl Rodrigues, a 16-year-old student of Sacred Heart School, Bahrain, was crowned May Queen 1st Runner-Up at the prestigious annual pageant hosted by the Indian Club, Bahrain. The highly anticipated event, held on Friday, May 23 at 8:30 p.m. in the club’s open-air premises, brought together 14 contestant

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Today, the world mourns the passing of a remarkable soul—a Pope who redefined the meaning of papacy through humility, compassion, and courageous leadership. His Holiness Pope Francis, the first Latin American Pope and the first Jesuit ever elected to the Chair of St. Peter, has left a lasting legacy etched in the hearts of millions. Born Jorge Mario Bergoglio on December 17, 1936, in Buenos Aires

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The Capuchins of the Holy Trinity Province, Karnataka, organized the Closing Ceremony of the Birth Centenary of Servant of God Fr. Alfred Roche, OFM Cap. at Holy Family Church, Brahmavar, on April 3, 2025. The solemn occasion was attended by friars, clergy, religious, and faithful from different parishes, paying tribute to the life and legacy of Fr. Alfred Roche.

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UDUPI, Karnataka – In an era where creativity and passion often take a backseat to academic pressures, 17-year-old Renish Tyson Pinto from Barkur has emerged as a beacon of inspiration for young dreamers. His latest Konkani love song, “Raav Sadanch” – a soulful ode to romance and connection – is not just a musical gem but a testament to the power of pursuing one’s passions fearlessly.

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The Milagres Cathedral in Kallianpur became a beacon of faith, joy, and gratitude as the Thanksgiving Jubilee Mass was solemnly celebrated by the Bishop of Udupi, Rt. Rev. Dr. Gerald Isaac Lobo. The grandeur of the occasion was matched by the radiance of the bright afternoon sun and the enthusiasm of the faithful, who arrived from near and far as early as 3:00 PM.

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Udupi : The Udupi Diocesan Eucharistic Procession, a cherished annual event marking the Feast of Christ the King, was celebrated with grandeur and devotion on Sunday, November 24, 2024. The event began at Milagres Cathedral, Kallianpur, and culminated at Mount Rosary Church, Santhekatte. It drew l

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In early 70’s there was a genuine need or demand for youth platforms in the then undivided Diocese of Mangalore. As a result of this requirement the CYM (Catholic Youth Movement) took its birth in almost all parishes one by one, say Sept 1976 Barkur, 4th October, 1980 Milagres Kallianpur, Sastan, Mount Rosary, 30th Sept. 1980, Kemmannu, Thottam and Brahmmavar around same years and in a few parishe

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The parish level inaugural Little Flower Cup 2024 Badminton Doubles Tournament organized by Team Kemmanites, with the encouragement of Parish Priest Rev. Fr. Philip Neri was successfully held on Sunday, 13th October 2024 at Little Flower Hall, St. Theresa’s Church, Kemmannu. Parish Priest Rev. Fr. Philip Neri and Parish Council Vice President Mr. Thomas D Souza inaugurated the tournament. Parish

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Udupi, September 29: Foundation stone was laid for the SVP sponsored new house to the needy family at Kemmannu. Fr. Reginald Pinto, spiritual Director of SVP and Director of Sampada, celebrated the Sunday mass at the church at the occasion of the feast of Patron Saint Fredrick Ozanam and later blessed the Foundation laying ceremony at Padukudru Family of late Ronald Lobo has been selected and t

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During the time the mass entertainment was in scarcity, about half century back, full night Yakshagana, weekly Santhe, in winter Buffalo race called Kambala, in summer annual Rathotsava etc were the occasions people used to gather in large number. We had a Kannada lesson in Class VI, Kambala and illustrious Chooda Poojary was the teacher instilled passionate likes for this sport, at that teenage.

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The celebration of the Birth of Mary, known as the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary or fondly known as Monti Phest, holds significant cultural, religious, and social importance in South Canara, Karnataka. This region, with its rich tapestry of traditions and diverse communities, observes this feast with great reverence and enthusiasm. The celebration not only reflects the deep-rooted Christian

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Rising star Ishney Fernandes has just unveiled a touching cover of the beloved Konkani hymn "Ophir Bhangaran Nesun" on her YouTube channel. This sacred hymn, which is a heartfelt tribute to the Assumption of Mary, beautifully celebrates the momentous event of Mary’s assumption into heaven, embodying the deep faith and reverence it inspires among the faithful. In this melodious rendition, Ishney

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Kemmannu, July 28, 2024: On World Day for Grandparents and Elders, the ICYM youths led by its president McLean Fernandes and Animator Melwyn Fernandes visited the Parish Elders, took their blessing and conveyed the good wishes of the Day. World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly is a fairly recent event that was designated and declared by Pope Francis in 2021. In his declaration of the day, the

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Udupi : Milagres Cathedral, Kallianpur of Udupi Diocese gave a warm welcome to its new parish priest, new Rector and Dean of Kallianpur deanery Rt. Msgr. Ferdinand Gonsalves on Saturday, July 13, 2024. At 3.30pm Rt. Msgr Ferdinand Gonsalves arrived along with the priests from Mother of Sorrows Church, Udupi, Very Rev Fr. Charles Menezes, Parish Priest and Rev Fr. Vijay D’Souza, Asst parish priest.

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Today, is a day of unusually heavy pour since morning, as the nature too joined its hands in mourning of one of its most celebrated son, Fr Valerian, who was abruptly called to his original and final destination by Him on Wednesday, 3rd July, 2024. Since then, gloomy and sad five days passed by and each one of his parishioner, student, relative eagerly wanted to have a glimpse of their beloved pas

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What a towering personality, handsome looks, and that immaculate smile – his very exterior appearance had that magnetic attraction – whether he was in the Holy Altar of God, may be in the classroom, pulpit, any public stage, Principal’s cabin or in his parish office - the dignity and decorum, neatne

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Demise of Very Rev Fr Valerian Mendonca, Correspondent, Milagres Institutions - Condolence Meeting held on June 04, 2024 at 9.45 am. A condolence meeting has been held at the College on the sad and sudden demise of Very Rev Fr Valerian Mendonca, Correspondent of Milagres Institutions. Speaking to the audience Rev Fr Vincent Crasta, the secretary of Catholic Education Society said the church has l

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Dornahalli, 13th June 2024 – The annual feast of St. Anthony was celebrated with great devotion and grandeur at St. Anthony’s Basilica, Dornahalli (Diosese of mysore) marking a significant day for the faithful. The origins of this holy basilica trace back to around 1800 A.D. when a farmer discovered a miraculous statue of St. Anthony while ploughing his Raagi field. Despite initial skepticism a

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As part of the pastoral visit to St. Theresa’s Church, Kemmannu, Udupi Bishop Most Rev. Dr Gerald Lobo, visited many elders of the Parish, prayed over and blessed them. Parish Priest V. Rev. Fr. Philip Neri Aranha, Vice - President Mr. Thomas D’zouza, Ward Gurkar’s of the respective ward were pres

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Good Friday, also known as Holy Friday rather God’s Friday, is a crucial day in the Christian faith that commemorates the Crucifixion of Jesus, on a hill called Golgotha, outside the walls of Jerusalem, the supreme sacrifice Jesus made for the atonement of our sins and salvation of humanity. The w

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