Below are some examples of how Good Friday is observed in different countries. In parts of India, particularly in states with significant Christian populations such as Goa and Kerala, Good Friday ...

While Modi has occasionally spoken out against religious violence, his party's Hindu nationalist agenda has emboldened extremist groups that perceive Christianity as a foreign threat to India's ...

Prayers are observed and the processions are carried out in different parts of India. Thousands of devotees have been flocking their respective churches to take part in the Good Friday prayer service.

A young boy holds a crucifix during a procession to mark Good Friday in Jammu, India, on April 7, 2023. Christians all over the world attend mock crucifixions and passion plays that mark the day ...

A Christian reenacts the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, whilst he participates in a religious procession on Good Friday in Chennai, India on April 18, 2025. Easter falls on the first Sunday after ...

Good Friday Holiday, Stock Market Holiday: Good Friday is a solemn day marking the crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ. It is a gazetted holiday in several Indian states. Easter 2025 is just ...

New Delhi [India], April 18 (ANI): Christians across the country marked Good Friday on Friday with solemn prayers and spiritual reflection, commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus Christ and his ...

It is regarded as one of the most important religious events in India. However, despite being known as Good Friday, it is not a joyful day. Therefore, it is recommended to refrain from wishing ...

Good Friday 2025 wishes: As the Christian world observes Good Friday 2025 the solemnity of this sacred day invites reflection, reverence, and remembrance of Jesus Christ’s crucifixion and his ...

Observed as a day of mourning, Good Friday serves as a reminder of sacrifice and reflection. In India, it is a public holiday; banks, schools, the stock market, and other public offices will ...

Dry Days: Liquor shops are set to remain shut in the national capital of Delhi on April 16, 2025, on Account of the Good Friday holiday, according to the official Delhi government notice.

The earth shook, the rocks split and the tombs broke open." In the Christian tradition, we now refer to this event as "Good Friday." What, exactly, about that Friday seems good? Christians believe ...