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  Pope Francis funeral: World leaders gather at St Peter Square in Vatican, PM Modi pays tribute

  World | April 26, 2025 14:00 IST

  Pope Francis was the first non-European Pope in nearly 1,300 years. He died on Monday after suffering a stroke at the age of 88. President Droupadi Murmu is representing India at Pope' funeral in Vatican.

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  Karnataka to observe state mourning on April 26 to mark Pope Francis funeral

  Karnataka | April 25, 2025 19:56 IST

  Pope Francis, 88, died on Easter Monday at the Domus Santa Marta hotel where he lived at the Vatican. The Vatican said that Francis suffered a stroke that led to a coma and heart failure.

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  Israeli Foreign Ministry deletes condolences post on Pope Francis: Here's expected reason

  World | April 23, 2025 18:37 IST

  It is to be noted that Pope Francis remained critical of Israel's war in Gaza. However, he had also called on Hamas to release the hostages and condemned the rise in antisemitism.

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  Who will be the next Pope? Here's a list of frontrunner Cardinals to replace Francis as next Pontiff

  World | April 22, 2025 17:56 IST

  Following the death of Pope Francis on Easter Monday (April 21), the Vatican will enter a nine-day mourning period known as the Novendiale. During this time, preparations will be underway to elect the next Pope.

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  Meet four Indian cardinals set to attend conclave that picks new Pope

  World | April 22, 2025 12:18 IST

  Following the death of Pope Francis, a conclave will be organised to elect the next Pontiff. The conclave will also see the presence of four Indian cardinals, who will participate in the selection process of the next Pope.

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  Pope Francis slipped into coma, died of heart failure: Vatican doctor

  World | April 22, 2025 7:27 IST

  Pope Francis passed away early Monday following a stroke and heart failure, as stated in a death certificate released by Vatican physician Andrea Arcangeli. The document indicated that he slipped into a coma prior to his death.

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  Pope Francis dies: India to observe three-day state mourning as mark of respect

  India | April 21, 2025 23:55 IST

  Pope Francis dies: Pope Francis died on Monday at the age of 88 on Easter Monday. He had celebrated Easter a day ago and given his customary Easter address in the Vatican Square.

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  Why did Pope Francis want to be buried at St Mary Major Basilica and not in St Peter's Basilica?

  World | April 21, 2025 19:21 IST

  Pope Francis had earlier said that he wants to be buried not in St Peter's Basilica or its grottoes, where most popes are buried, but in the St Mary Major Basilica across town. This reflects his veneration of an icon of the Virgin Mary that is located there.

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  Pope Francis passes away: World leaders mourn demise of 266th catholic church leader

  World | April 21, 2025 15:49 IST

  Pope Francis passes away: Pope Francis, the first Latin American pontiff who charmed the world with his humble style and concern for the poor, passed away on Monday.

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  Pope Francis met PM Modi twice: A look at historic meetings and their significance | Watch

  India | April 21, 2025 14:43 IST

  The first-ever meeting between PM Modi and Pope Francis took place during the former's visit to Italy for the G20 Summit in October 2021. The second meeting occurred on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Italy's Apulia in 2024.

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  Pope Francis dies at Vatican's Casa Santa Marta residence on Easter Monday after prolonged illness

  World | April 21, 2025 14:42 IST

  Pope Francis dies: The Pope breathed his last at the age of 88 after a prolonged illness. Known for his progressive views and deep compassion, the Pope had been a transformative figure for the Church and the world.

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