President Droupadi Murmu to attend state funeral of Pope Francis in Vatican City
Friday, 25 April 2025 () She is accompanied by Union Minister for Parliamentary Affairs and Minority Affairs, Kiren Rijiju; Minister of State for Minority Affairs and Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, George Kurian; and Deputy Speaker of Goa Legislative Assembly, Joshua De Souza, her office has announced.
Pope Francis, known for his deep compassion and advocacy for the marginalized, was remembered as a “pope among the people” by Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re. His dedication to refugees, the poor, and the call for peace resonated deeply, particularly during times of global conflict. Francis’...
Pope Francis lies in state at his residence, the Vatican City's Casa Santa Marta, following his death at the age of 88. The pontiff died on Monday 21 April, with his funeral set to be held later in the..
Pope Francis's body arrives in the Vatican's St Peter's Basilic, where it will lie in state until Saturday's funeral. The late pontiff's coffin rests before the Altar of the Confession underneath..
Donald Trump faced sharp criticism after committing a major blunder at Pope Francis’ funeral, wearing a blue suit that many called “inappropriate” for the solemn occasion. As the world bid..
World leaders and dignitaries have converged on St. Peter's Square to honor Pope Francis, who passed away at 88 from heart failure. The funeral ceremony,... IndiaTimes
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