Kate Winslet turns 50 today. From her iconic role as Rose in Titanic to her challenging performance in The Reader, the English actress has consistently impressed audiences and critics. Here’s a look at her finest performances and award-winning roles.

Kate Winslet turns 50: From Rose in Titanic to Hanna Schmitz in The Reader, a look at her award-winning roles

The second week of October 2026 brings an exciting lineup of new movies and shows to OTT platforms such as Netflix, Prime Video, JioHotstar, and more. From Carrie to Animals, here’s the complete list.

New OTT releases this week (October 5-11, 2026): Reporting Live, Animals, Carrie- 8 new titles coming on Netflix, Prime Video, JioHotstar and more

India led US international student enrollment with 363,019 students (30.82 per cent), followed by China at 265,919 (22.58 per cent). South Korea, Canada, Vietnam, Nepal, Taiwan, Nigeria, Bangladesh, and Brazil rounded out the top 10, with Nepal showing the fastest growth at 48.7 per cent.

India or China: Which country is sending most students to US universities? Top 10 list revealed

From Virat Kohli to Rohit Sharma, here's a look at the top five batters fastest to 10,000 runs in One Day Internationals.

Meet top 5 batters fastest to 10,000 ODI runs

October 2026 is packed with exciting OTT releases. From Ben Affleck's Animals and Keerthy Suresh's Akka to Doctor X: Mafia in White, here’s a curated list of twelve major titles arriving on Netflix, Prime Video, JioHotstar, and more.

OTT releases in October 2026: Animals, Akka, Doctor X: Mafia in White- 12 big titles coming on Netflix, Prime Video, JioHotstar and more

US-Iran War: Netanyahu Says 'We Are Winning and Iran Is Being Decimated' 

Trump Says US Needs More Money to Fund Iran War; Hegseth: 'It Takes Money to Kill Bad Guys'

US-Iran War: Netanyahu Says Iran's 'Blackmail' by Closing Strait of Hormuz Won't Work

US-Iran War:  Netanyahu Says Iran's 'Blackmail' by Closing Strait of Hormuz Won't Work

An Israeli airstrike has caused significant damage in southern Lebanon, targeting key infrastructure including a bridge. Visuals from the aftermath show extensive destruction, raising concerns over escalating tensions along the Israel-Lebanon border.


Israel-Lebanon War: Israeli Strike Leaves Major Damage in Southern Lebanon 

A drone strike triggered a massive fire at Saudi Aramco’s refinery in Yanbu along the Red Sea coast, sending thick black smoke into the sky and forcing a temporary halt in operations. The facility, a key export hub, saw evacuations as emergency teams worked to control the blaze.


Drone Strike Sparks Fire at Aramco Site, Oil Flows Resume 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasised the importance of dialogue and diplomacy to ease rising tensions in West Asia, during a conversation with Oman’s leadership. He reiterated India’s strong support for Oman’s sovereignty and territorial integrity while condemning any violations.


PM Modi Stresses Diplomacy, Hormuz Security & Backs Oman Sovereignty

Nearly 200 sailors were treated for smoke-related injuries after a major fire broke out aboard a US aircraft carrier, forcing it to make an unscheduled port stop. The blaze, which reportedly began in a lower deck section, took hours to control and affected multiple areas of the ship, including sleeping quarters.


200 Sailors Treated After Blaze Forces Port Stop 

Finland has once again topped the World Happiness Report, retaining its position as the happiest country in the world. Nordic nations continue to dominate the rankings, thanks to strong welfare systems, social trust, and high living standards.

Finland: World Happiness Report Flags Social Media Impact on Youth

At the WION Pulse Summit, Iranian‑German actress Elnaaz Norouzi spoke passionately about the need for a democratic Iran. 

WION World Pulse | Elnaaz Norouzi Calls for a Democratic Iran

"We are the third largest producer of electricity through renewable energy,” said Pralhad Joshi, Minister of New and Renewable Energy, at the WION World Pulse summit in New Delhi.

WION World Pulse | India is the 3rd Largest Producer of Electricity Through Renewable Energy

Venk Krishnan highlighted the transformative power of artificial intelligence, stating that AI has impacted every dimension and sector. From business and healthcare to education and governance, he emphasized how rapidly evolving AI technologies are reshaping industries

WION World Pulse | AI Has Impacted Every Dimension, Every Sector

“People with AI skills will take away the jobs of people without AI skills,” said Abhishek Singh, CEO, IndiaAI Mission at WION World Pulse summit in New Delhi 

WION World Pulse | 'People With AI Skills Will Take Jobs of Those Without It'

“Today, you're in an era where it is geopolitics by technology, for technology, and of technology,” said Nitin Pai, Co-Founder & Director, Takshashila Institution at WION World Pulse summit in New Delhi

WION World PULSE: 'Era of Geopolitics By, For, and Technology'

WION World Pulse: 'Era of Geopolitics By, For, and Of Technology'

While speaking at the WION World Pulse summit on Wednesday (Mar 18), Milind Soman, Indian actor, supermodel and fitness enthusiast, said that human imagination is used for making excuses. He encouraged people to live a healthy lifestyle.

WION World Pulse | Milind Soman: Human imagination is used for making excuses 

Saina credited her mother for her unparalleled success at the international level. Having taken up badminton at a time in India when she had no female role models in this discipline to look up to, it was Saina’s mother who pushed her to become an Olympian 

WION World Pulse: Saina Nehwal receives WION icon award at World Pulse Summit

Israel or the US has no plans of invading Iran, says Rueven Azar, Ambassador of Israel to India, at WION World Pulse summit in New Delhi.

 WION World Pulse | H.E. Reuven Azar: Israel, US have no plans to invade Iran

WION World Pulse | Israeli envoy to India Reuven Azar: Israel, US have no plans to invade Iran

At WION World Pulse, former Sri Lankan minister, current MP and SLPP National Organiser Namal Rajapaksa said the global system is undergoing a major transformation. He noted that trade routes are being disrupted and institutions that once guided global cooperation are being tested like never before.

WION World Pulse: Namal Rajapaksa Believes countries of Indian Ocean region must work together

WION World Pulse: Namal Rajapaksa believes countries of Indian Ocean region must work together

Air Chief Marshal Rakesh Kumar Singh Bhadauria, former Chief of the Air Staff, addressed the question of narrative control with measured clarity at WION Pulse. 

WION World Pulse: Former IAF Chief RKS Bhadauria on India’s narrative formation in Op. Sindoor

At WION World Pulse, discussions focused on the shifting contours of global diplomacy and how nations are navigating an evolving world order. Experts examined changing power dynamics, emerging alignments, and the challenges shaping international relations today.

WION World Pulse: Impact of war on the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC)

Dr Prahlada Ramarao, the architect of the Akash surface-to-air missile system, said at WION’s World Pulse summit on Wednesday (Mar 18) that the next war will be fought in space. Ramarao said that it is clear that wars have moved from ground to air

WION World Pulse: future of warfare and strategic imperatives 

WION World Pulse: Future of warfare and strategic imperatives discussed

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Kate Winslet turns 50: From Rose in Titanic to Hanna Schmitz in The Reader, a look at her award-winning roles

New OTT releases this week (October 5-11, 2026): Reporting Live, Animals, Carrie- 8 new titles coming on Netflix, Prime Video, JioHotstar and more

India or China: Which country is sending most students to US universities? Top 10 list revealed

Meet top 5 batters fastest to 10,000 ODI runs

OTT releases in October 2026: Animals, Akka, Doctor X: Mafia in White- 12 big titles coming on Netflix, Prime Video, JioHotstar and more