Chinese team creates ‘lifelike’ hydrogel that changes shape for smart devices

Former head of Germany's Federal Intelligence Service, August Hanning, faces serious charges of espionage and treason. Allegations suggest he had a covert arrangement with an ex-office manager to acquire sensitive information, including internal documents and briefings targeted at the German Chancellery. Reports indicate that he may have shared this intelligence with foreign agents, marking a significant espionage scandal under ongoing investigation.

Weather Tomorrow: On October 7, expect partly cloudy skies over Delhi-NCR, with temperatures hovering between 22°C and 34°C. Thunderstorms paired with lightning are anticipated in Haryana, Bihar, and Uttar Pradesh, while West Bengal faces similar weather. Conversely, Rajasthan will remain dry without any IMD warnings. In the hills, Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand might see rain or even snowfall, accompanied by thunderstorms.

Amazon Prime Day October 2026 is bringing new deals three times a day, with discounts on tech, fitness trackers, beauty, home, kitchen and more. Here’s the exact schedule for new discounts during the 48-hour sale, which runs through October 7.

The 57th meeting of the GST Council, to be chaired by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and comprising state finance ministers, will on October 8 deliberate significant changes to the GST enforcement framework, including removing the arrest powers of GST officers.

In a wave of activism, youth in France, Belgium, Ireland, and Spain are taking to the streets to address critical challenges affecting their lives. Protesters highlight issues such as the failing education system in France, the financial hurdles in Irish higher education, and the steep rental prices pushing Spaniards into dependency. These movements underscore deep-seated generational anxieties, pointing to a widespread sentiment of uncertainty that resonates throughout Europe.

Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit has been appointed as the new Chief of the Indian Air Force. He succeeds Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh after a long and distinguished career. Dixit has flown various aircraft and logged over 3,500 hours of flying. He is recognized for promoting indigenous aircraft projects, particularly the LCA Tejas. Air Marshal Dixit is expected to further advance the government's Aatmanirbharta initiative.

The World Bank on Tuesday said that India is well positioned to harness AI with the help of its large technical workforce

Abigail Carter moved to France to transform a neglected château into a retreat for artists and writers. After years of rebuilding her life as a widow, she found purpose in this venture. The purchase of Château de Borie cost her €610,000, and she navigated French legalities and renovation challenges. Her creative retreats generated around €80,000 in annual income, attracting participants from various countries.

Sergey Brin has committed $102 million against a proposed one-time tax on California billionaires. This tax could potentially cost him around $13 billion if approved. With significant opposition funding exceeding $187 million, support for the tax stands at about $32 million. Governor Gavin Newsom and other billionaires have joined Brin in the campaign against the tax.

Two combat-tested American drones could become part of Taiwan’s expanding unmanned arsenal as the island seeks to build a “drone shield” against the People’s Liberation Army. California-based defence technology company Aevex Aerospace is working with Taiwan’s Coretronic Intelligent Robotics Corporation (CIRC) to produce its Vandal and Onyx drones locally, combining lessons drawn from the war in Ukraine with the island’s electronics and manufacturing capabilities. Both aircraft have been tested...