NEWS
Dr. Bastin Nellissery (INK)
The Salesian Province of Panjim opened its Provincial Chapter 2027 (PC2027) on September 2, 2026, at the Provincial House, Odxel. Thirty-six elected members took part in the first of three sessions traditionally held as part of the Province's Chapter process.
DISHA Don Bosco Kawant planted 280 saplings across 19 tribal villages in July and August 2026 during a two-month campaign to promote environmental responsibility and community participation.
Don Bosco College–Kurla marked Onam with a traditional Sadhya organised by the Department of Hospitality Studies, blending Kerala’s rich cultural and culinary heritage with professional hospitality skills in an immersive learning experience.
The NSS Cell of Don Bosco College, Itanagar, in collaboration with the Department of Disaster Management, Arunachal Pradesh, held a seven-day Disaster Management Programme that concluded on August 21. The programme equipped NSS volunteers with essential knowledge and practical skills for emergency response and preparedness.
'Dance of Fortune,’ a drama written by Fr Tom Karthik, SDB, was staged by the Post-Novitiate students at Dimapur, highlighting poverty, wealth, family, choices and the unpredictable nature of fortune.
Seven new Salesian Cooperators made their Promise at the Salesian Family gathering at Byndihati Centre under Khliehriat Parish on August 30. The celebration brought together members of the local Cooperators’ community, the Provincial team from Shillong, the Daughters of Mary Help of Christians (FMA) and members of religious communities in the locality.
St. Xavier’s Higher Secondary School, Pathaliaghat, hosted an Inter-School Group Dance Competition on August 29, drawing six schools for a vibrant celebration of creativity, teamwork and artistic expression.
A two-day Salesian Quinquennium renewal programme, held from August 25 to 26, brought together young Salesian priests in their first five years of priestly ministry for spiritual renewal, fraternal communion, and deeper reflection on their missionary vocation. Centred on consecration, communion and mission, the programme sought to renew their commitment to these core values.






Publisher: Libreria Editrice Vaticana
Year of publication: 2026
Available from: 4 March 2026
Pages: 928 pp., Paperback










