As one drives into Old Goa, the majestic Basilica of Bom Jesus, visually and architecturally imposing, deservedly hogs all ...

MUMBAI, India – Pilgrims have flocked to see the relics of St. Francis Xavier in India. Every decade, the relics of the ...

Francis Xavier was born in Spain, died in China, but it were the Portuguese who kept his legacy alive in their Asian colonies ...

The 45-day-long exposition of the holy relics of St Francis Xavier began in Goa on Thursday. The exposition will conclude on ...

The exposition of the sacred relics of St. Francis Xavier is a time of grace and renewal, not only for those who come to ...

At least 12,000 people thronged India’s western state of Goa on Nov. 21 to participate in the ceremonies marking the start of ...

Authorities in Goa heightened security after intelligence reports indicated possible disruptions during the St. Francis ...

The once-in-ten-year event, which lasts 45 days, starts on Nov. 21 this year in the former capital of Portuguese India ...

The solemn event is repeated every ten years, attracting thousands of pilgrims who pray before the remains of the great ...

The 45-day-long exposition of the holy relics of St Francis Xavier began in Goa on Thursday. The exposition will conclude on January 5, 2025. "In conformity with the long-standing practice ...