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Day: January 11, 2026

Modi calls Somnath Swabhiman Parv a living symbol of India’s eternal faith

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Somnath: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday described the Somnath Swabhiman Parv as a “living reflection of the eternal faith, spiritual practice and unbreakable resolve of crores of Indians,” saying that participating in the grand commemoration at the sacred Somnath Temple was one of the most unforgettable moments of his life.

In a series of posts on X, the Prime Minister said the festival embodies India’s civilisational continuity and collective spirit. “Somnath Swabhiman Parv is a vibrant reflection of the eternal faith, devotion and unbreakable resolve of crores of Indians. Becoming a participant in this great festival at the sacred Shri Somnath Temple is an unforgettable and priceless moment of my life,” he wrote.

Sharing glimpses from the celebrations, Modi said Somnath “stands as a beacon of eternal divinity” whose sacred presence continues to guide people across generations. He posted highlights from the previous day’s programmes, including the collective Omkar mantra chanting and the grand drone show, noting how ancient faith and modern technology came together to create a powerful cultural spectacle.

The Somnath Swabhiman Parv, being held from January 8 to 11, marks 1,000 years since the first attack on the Somnath Temple in 1026 and commemorates the resilience of a shrine that has endured repeated destruction over centuries. The festival honours the sacrifices of countless citizens who defended the temple and celebrates Somnath as a symbol of faith, revival and national pride.

During his visit, the Prime Minister participated in Omkar chanting at the temple, witnessed the drone show in the temple premises and chaired a meeting of the Shree Somnath Temple Trust, where infrastructure upgrades and measures to enhance the pilgrimage experience were reviewed. The temple town has been festooned for the occasion, with cultural and spiritual events drawing devotees and visitors from across the country.

Modi’s engagements at Somnath form part of a broader Gujarat tour, with the Prime Minister scheduled to proceed to Rajkot for the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference, where he will inaugurate a trade show, open the regional conclave and announce new industrial projects.

US launches major strikes on ISIS targets across Syria

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Washington: US Central Command (CENTCOM) forces, supported by partner troops, carried out extensive strikes on ISIS sites across Syria on Sunday. The action began at around 12:30 p.m. Eastern Time.

The strikes form part of Operation Hawkeye Strike, announced on December 19, 2025, and ordered by President Trump following the December 13 attack in Palmyra. That ISIS ambush killed two American soldiers and a US civilian interpreter during joint operations involving US and Syrian personnel.

CENTCOM officials said Sunday’s missions hit ISIS elements spread across Syria. The operation aims to halt further attacks, protect U.S. and partner forces on the ground, and eliminate threats linked to the Islamic State.

The US has stated it will continue pursuing ISIS fighters responsible for assaults against American troops and allied units, and intends to maintain pressure until the threat is neutralised.

CENTCOM said in a post on X: “Our message remains strong: if you harm our warfighters, we will find you and kill you anywhere in the world, no matter how hard you try to evade justice.”

Nalini Joshi named 2025 NSW Scientist Of The Year

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Sydney: Indian-origin mathematician Professor Nalini Joshi has been announced as the 2025 NSW Scientist of the Year at the NSW Premier’s Prizes for Science, held at Government House in Sydney. Her recognition marks the first time a mathematician has received the State’s most prestigious scientific honour.

Philip Green, the High Commissioner of Australia to India, announced the news on his X account.

Two other researchers from the University of Sydney were also acknowledged during the ceremony. Professor Anita Ho-Baillie, who holds the John Hooke Chair of Nanoscience, was presented with the NSW Premier’s Prize for Excellence in Mathematics, Earth Sciences, Chemistry, or Physics. Professor Paul Keall from the Faculty of Medicine and Health was named the recipient of the NSW Premier’s Prize for Leadership in Innovation in NSW.

Professor Joshi is an internationally regarded mathematician whose work has reshaped the study of integrable systems. She was the first woman appointed as a Professor of Mathematics at the University of Sydney and now serves as the Chair of Applied Mathematics. Her current research applies mathematical methods to the fast-developing area of quantum cryptography. While emerging quantum computers promise possibilities in medicine, new materials, and complex computational challenges, she warns that these advances also pose a threat to existing cybersecurity systems.

She has stressed publicly that governments, industries, and communities are not yet equipped for the scale of technological change. In her words, “Twenty years ago we didn’t have smartphones. Now we rely on them for almost every part of our lives, from paying for coffee to checking our bank balances. In 20 years, we will be walking around with quantum-enabled devices filled with quantum money. But our industry base has very little knowledge of how to protect us in that future, and Australia has less than a dozen citizens with the expertise needed to help them.”

Professor Joshi’s career includes several landmark achievements. She holds the Payne-Scott Chair of Mathematics and was the first Australian to serve as Vice-President of the International Mathematical Union, a role she held from 2019 to 2022. She is an elected honorary member of the London Mathematical Society, was a Distinguished Visiting Fellow at the Isaac Newton Institute for Mathematical Sciences in 2021 and is a Fellow of the Australian Academy of Science. She became an Officer of the Order of Australia in 2016 for her contribution to mathematics. She completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Sydney, where she received the University Medal, before earning her doctorate at Princeton University.

Sindhu exits Malaysia Open after semifinal loss to Zhiyi

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Kuala Lumpur: Ace Indian shuttler PV Sindhu bowed out of the Malaysia Open on Saturday, losing to China’s Wang Zhiyi.

Sindhu, 30, fell in straight games, with Wang securing a 21-16, 21-15 victory in their semifinal clash. The Indian star, appearing in her first semifinal of the season, showed promising form early on but was unable to counter the Chinese player’s control and pace throughout the contest.

Sindhu began her campaign with a straight-game win over Sung Shuo-yun, taking the opener 21-12, 22-20, before sweeping past Japan’s Tomoka Miyazaki 21-8, 21-13 in the Round of 16.

In the quarterfinal, Akane Yamaguchi retired mid-match due to injury, allowing the Hyderabad shuttler to advance to the last four.