The Pushpanjali Centre and Gujarat Region FMA Community hosted a lively Bal Mela on 30 November, bringing together about 800 enthusiastic children from Baroda, Dakor, Gandhinagar, and Pansora. With the theme “Small Steps to a Brighter Future,” the event blended learning, creativity, and fun in a bright, energetic setting.

On Sunday, 7 December, thirteen lay faithful professed their promise as Salesian Co-operators for the first time at St John Bosco Parish, Mirik. The solemn Eucharist was presided over by Fr Dr. Tomy Augustine, Rector of Salesian College Siliguri and Provincial Council member, marking a moment in the life of the parish and the wider Salesian family in North Bengal.

A strong and united front against child marriage emerged in Chhota Udepur as DISHA Don Bosco Kawant, in collaboration with DRISTI Don Bosco Kapadvanj, organized a district-level awareness program under the national ‘Child Marriage Free India’ campaign. The initiative brought together representatives from government departments, NGO networks, nursing institutions, and youth groups who pledged concrete action toward ending the long-standing social practice.

The grounds of Don Bosco Youth Services (DBYS), Matunga, came alive once again as the Maschio Cup returned for its fourth consecutive edition, drawing young athletes from Salesian institutions across the Mumbai region. Held in honour of the late Fr. Maschio Aurelius, the annual tournament showcased exceptional sportsmanship, teamwork, and the growing enthusiasm for both football and throwball among the youth.

The Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem convened a landmark public symposium on November 29, 2025, titled “From the Visible to the Invisible: Reflections from Jerusalem on Sacred Images.” The gathering, hosted at the Notre Dame of Jerusalem Centre, took place under the patronage of three prominent Church leaders: H.B. Theophilus III, Greek Orthodox Patriarch of Jerusalem; H.B. Pierbattista Pizzaballa, Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem; and His Grace Bishop Koryun Baghdasaryan, delegate of the Armenian Patriarch of Jerusalem. Their joint presence offered a powerful sign of unity in a city where both faith and history meet on sacred ground.

Don Bosco Avsar Chinchwad took a proactive step in addressing the growing crisis of youth unemployment by organizing the Mini Job Fair 2025. Invitations were sent to young job seekers, particularly college and ITI students who were struggling to find employment. The fair focused on roles in the manufacturing and housekeeping sectors, complemented by a week-long training initiative to refresh and upgrade candidates' technical skills before interviews.

Sri Lanka is reeling from one of the most catastrophic natural disasters in recent decades, as relentless rains from Cyclone Ditwah have unleashed widespread flooding and landslides across the island. The cyclone drove unprecedented rainfall into nearly every district, collapsing hillsides, submerging cities, and forcing residents to flee for safety.

The Divyadaan Salesian Institute of Philosophy has achieved a landmark, sweeping top honours at the annual short film competition hosted by St. Paul’s Institute. Its student-produced short film, One Life, One Love, claimed both the Best Short Film Award and the Best Actor Award, asserting the institute’s growing prominence in the creative arts.

The Salesian Vice Province of Sri Lanka (LKC) hosted a meaningful three-day formation program titled “Innovate & Educate: Artificial Intelligence in the Salesian Mission,” designed to inspire confreres and remind them of their vital role in shaping the future of youth ministry through digital innovation.

Music’s ability to calm the mind, sharpen focus and spark emotional expression has long been recognized by scientists and educators. For children with special needs, these benefits are even more profound. Music becomes a language—one that helps them communicate, develop social and motor skills, and connect confidently with the world around them.

The Don Bosco community in Lonavla welcomed 71 young students from Classes 7 and 8 for a two-day “Come and See” camp on November 22 and 23, offering participants a rare escape from city life. Amid the winter chill, misty hills and quiet wooded surroundings, many of the boys experienced their first retreat away from crowded neighbourhoods and busy streets.

Don Bosco Institute (DBI), Kharghuli, marked its Silver Jubilee with a solemn thanksgiving ceremony and the launch of Building Dreams – Shaping Lives, the autobiography of its founder and educationist Fr. V.M. Thomas.

The Don Bosco Knockout Football Tournament (Under–19) for Boys, Season 3, concluded on a high note at St. Xavier's Higher Secondary School, Pathaliaghat, after two weeks of spirited competition that drew an impressive 43 teams from across Tripura. The growing scale of participation underscored the tournament's rising popularity among young footballers in the state.

Don Bosco School, Alaknanda once again buzzed with youthful energy and biblical scholarship as it hosted the 15th Inter School/Parish Bible Quiz, a much-anticipated annual gathering for young Scripture enthusiasts. Nineteen spirited teams from across the National Capital Region converged on the campus, eager to test their knowledge, faith, and quick thinking in a competition that has grown into a cherished tradition.

At the sidelines of Rozgar Mela 2.0, a group of first-year students from Salesian College Siliguri drew significant attention with a live demonstration of their heart attack prediction software. This project has quickly become a symbol of youthful innovation and purpose-driven technology.