Bishop Joseph D\'Souza

India's children should be able to pursue their dreams
India's children should be able to pursue their dreams

When Shanmugam Anitha hanged herself in her home early this September, she had already accomplished the impossible. She was a remarkable student, whose academic excellence distinguished her above millions — perhaps even tens of millions — of students across India. But it was her story of overcoming incredible adversity that impacted me the most.

70 years after independence, the Indian Church faces opportunity
70 years after independence, the Indian Church faces opportunity

Today, August 15, India celebrates 70 years of independence. It is a proud moment for the world's largest democracy. Though still a young democracy, the world should celebrate how far India has come.

If India\'s Prime Minister Modi wants economic reform, he must first address the Dalit plight
If India's Prime Minister Modi wants economic reform, he must first address the Dalit plight

Dr. Joseph D'Souza, president of the All India Christian Council, on why India's Prime Minister must instigate social reform.