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AI Regulation Tightens: Indonesia Blocks Elon Musk–Linked Grok Chatbot

January 11, 2026

Indonesia Blocks Grok AI Over Deepfake Risks, Setting Global Precedent

Indonesia has become the first country in the world to block access to Grok, an artificial intelligence chatbot associated with Elon Musk, citing serious concerns over the creation of explicit and non-consensual sexual deepfakes. The move reflects intensifying global anxiety over the misuse of generative AI tools and their implications for digital safety, human rights, and online governance.

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US Launches Operation Hawkeye Strike Against ISIS Targets Across Syria

January 11, 2026

US-Led Coalition Launches Operation Hawkeye Strike Against ISIS in Syria

The United States, in coordination with allied forces, has carried out extensive airstrikes across Syria under Operation Hawkeye Strike, intensifying counter-terrorism efforts against the Islamic State. The strikes, confirmed by US Central Command, were executed around midday local time and represent a major escalation following a deadly attack on American personnel late last year.

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Indian-Origin Mathematician Nalini Joshi Named NSW Scientist of the Year

January 11, 2026

Nalini Joshi Named New South Wales Scientist of the Year, Making History for Mathematics

Indian-origin mathematician Nalini Joshi has been honoured as New South Wales Scientist of the Year, becoming the first mathematician to receive the state’s most prestigious science award. The recognition highlights the critical role of mathematical sciences in addressing complex technological, environmental, and security challenges, while also marking a milestone for diversity and representation in Australian science.

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US Invites India and Australia to G7 Finance Talks on Critical Minerals Supply Chains

January 11, 2026

US Seeks India–Australia Participation in G7 Talks on Critical Minerals Security

The United States has invited India and Australia to join an upcoming meeting of G7 finance ministers dedicated to strengthening global critical minerals supply chains. Scheduled to be held in Washington, the discussions reflect mounting concern among advanced economies over excessive reliance on China for minerals that underpin defence systems, high-end technology, and the clean energy transition.

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Puri's Water Revolution: A Blueprint for Solving India's Public Water Crisis

January 11, 2026

Puri Sets Benchmark as India’s First City with Safe Drinking Water from Taps

Odisha’s coastal city of Puri has achieved a landmark in urban public health by becoming the first city in India where residents can consume water directly from household taps. This breakthrough sharply contrasts with conditions in most Indian cities, where unsafe municipal water compels households to depend on bottled water and domestic purifiers—often masking deeper systemic shortcomings in urban governance.

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