From Joe Root to Hashim Amla, here's a look at the top five players fastest to 4000 ODI runs. This list also includes Babar Azam, Viv Richards and Shai Hope

Meet top 5 players fastest to 4000 ODI runs

Vinod Khanna carved a special place in Bollywood with his powerful performances and charming screen presence. On his 80th birth anniversary, take a look at his long-standing journey, from villainous roles to leading man.

Vinod Khanna 80th birth anniversary: His journey from negative roles to Bollywood’s leading star

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

The Parliament approved a Bill to levy a higher excise duty on tobacco and related products once the GST compensation cess ends, with the Rajya Sabha returning the legislation to the Lok Sabha.


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Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) on Tuesday (December 30, 2025) marked a breakthrough in India's civil aviation ecosystem as the Dhruv New Generation (NG) helicopter successfully undertook its maiden flight at HAL's Helicopter Division in Bengaluru, signalling the PSU's formal entry into the civil helicopter market.


HAL’s Dhruv NG Makes Inaugural Flight; Marks Firm Entry into Civil Aviation Sector 

China’s Eastern Theater Command PLA executed day two of "Justice Mission 2025" exercises around Taiwan, deploying destroyers, frigates, fighters, bombers, amphibious ships, UAVs, and long-range rockets for sea-air coordination, precision strikes, blockade simulations, anti-air/submarine ops, and port seizure drills north, south, and east of the island. Officers confirmed full combat readiness, high-precision hits on maritime targets, and unbreakable resolve to defend sovereignty amid heightened cross-strait tensions.

China’s PLA Conducts Day 2 Live-Fire Drills Around Taiwan Island

A major archaeological discovery in Jammu and Kashmir’s Baramulla district is shedding new light on the region’s ancient past. Excavations at Jehanpora village have revealed a 2,000-year-old Buddhist site featuring stupas and monastic structures from the Kushan period. Sparked by rare photographs found in a French museum, the find underscores Kashmir’s historic role as a key Buddhist centre along ancient trade and pilgrimage routes. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has described the discovery as a proud moment, calling it a window into Kashmir’s forgotten heritage.


Kashmir’s Lost Buddhist Chapter: 2,000-Year-Old Site Unearthed in J&K 

Netanyahu Says Trump Backed Gaza Strikes, Warns on Iran Missiles


Thailand Releases 18 Cambodian Soldiers After Renewed Border Ceasefire

China has launched large-scale military exercises around Taiwan, mobilising its army, navy, air force and rocket units in a dramatic escalation of pressure on the self-ruled island.
Beijing says the drills, dubbed Justice Mission 2025, are aimed at testing combat readiness, including potential blockades of key ports and critical areas.
Taipei has condemned the exercises as military intimidation, saying it remains on full alert and will take concrete steps to defend democracy and freedom. The show of force comes after fresh U.S. arms sales to Taiwan, drawing warnings from China against what it calls “external interference.”

China Encircles Taiwan in Massive War Games, Mobilises Army, Navy & Rocket Forces

Four people died and nine were injured when a BEST bus reversed into pedestrians on crowded Station Road near Bhandup West railway station around 10:05 p.m., sparking panic as emergency teams from Mumbai Fire Brigade, police, BEST staff, and ambulances rushed victims to Rajawadi and MT Aggarwal hospitals. The driver has been detained amid investigations into possible negligence or technical failure in the busy area, with reports confirming three women and one man among the dead.​

 4 Dead, 9 Injured In Mumbai Station Chaos

Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari revealed that he was advised to take shelter in a bunker during the four-day military confrontation with India in May, highlighting India’s ability to strike deep inside Pakistan. Speaking at a rally commemorating Benazir Bhutto, Zardari said he refused the advice, declaring that leaders do not hide in bunkers.

Operation Sindoor: Zardari Says He Was Asked to Hide in Bunker During India-Pakistan Tensions

Delhi wakes up to yet another difficult winter morning, as dense fog combined with toxic smog blanketed the national capital and its surrounding regions.


Poisonous Delhi 'Unlivable': When Will This Nightmare End?

Russia said Ukraine attacked the presidential residence in the Novgorod region overnight with 91 long-range drones, which were all destroyed by Russian air defences. Lavrov said that targets had already been selected for retaliatory strikes by Russia's armed forces. "Such reckless actions will not go unanswered," he said, adding that the attack amounted to "state terrorism." US President Donald Trump had a "positive" call with Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin on Monday, the White House said, a day after Trump met Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky in Florida.
The statement came shortly after Moscow accused Kyiv of firing drones at Putin's residence and announced that it would "revise" its negotiating position on ending the Ukraine war.

Russia Claims Ukraine Targeted Putin’s Residence With Drones, Zelensky Slams ‘Lies’

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Nigeria Tops Africa’s Crude Export to U.S. With 33.23m Barrels in 2025

NDLEA Uncovers UK-Bound Cocaine Hidden in Starch at Lagos Airport

China has launched large-scale military exercises around Taiwan, signaling heightened tensions in the region. Beijing has announced major war games, showcasing its military capabilities and readiness

China-Taiwan Tensions: PLA Eastern Theater Command Conducts Joint Drills Around Taiwan

INSV Kaundinya: The Engine-Less Ship Set To Sail From India To Oman

A fire on the Ernakulam Express has halted multiple trains, causing major delays on the Visakhapatnam–Vijayawada route. Trains were held at key stations including Anakapalli, Visakhapatnam, and Tuni as authorities worked to control the situation and restore normal operations. Stay updated with the latest rail traffic news

Ernakulam Express Fire Halts Trains, Causes Delays on Visakhapatnam Route

US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky have indicated progress in peace negotiations aimed at ending the war in Ukraine. However, the status of the Donbas region remains unresolved. Stay updated on the latest diplomatic developments and international reactions.

Trump and Zelensky Signal Progress in Ukraine Peace Talks, Donbas Still Unresolved

Kim Jong-Un Attends North Korea Constitution Anniversary Ceremony

Russia-Ukraine War: Putin Says Russia Will Pursue War Goals by Force

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Meet top 5 players fastest to 4000 ODI runs

Vinod Khanna 80th birth anniversary: His journey from negative roles to Bollywood’s leading star

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