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Friedrich Nietzsche was a misunderstood and influential philosopher whose ideas challenged conventional morality. He proposed concepts like the "Overman" and "God is dead" which reshaped European thought. Nietzsche's writings explored human suffering and the "will to power" driving individuals. His later life was marked by mental illness and death in 1900. The philosopher's insights into relationships, emphasizing friendship over passion, remain profoundly relevant today.

The language adopted in the policy should be clear and unambiguous, and every policy, if it is meant to cover any extra-territorial jurisdiction, must be clearly mentioned, said the Supreme Court Bench

Suvendu Adhikari says the former Chief Minister had always claimed to be the prime witness in the July 21, 1993 firing, but she was not questioned by the commission to give her statement

The trustees are likely to discuss the reconstitution of various committees and deliberate on the final report of the Special Investigation Team probing the donation theft, if it becomes available by then

The flats with built up area of 528 sft will be built in multi-storey towers. While Telangana government would provide subsidy of ₹5 lakh, tentative contribution of beneficiary is ₹6 lakh. A flat will be spread over 400 sft.

English football icon Kevin Keegan has passed away at seventy-five years old. He was a two-time Ballon d'Or winner and a Liverpool European Cup champion. Keegan also enjoyed a successful managerial career with Newcastle United and England. His influence extended beyond football into popular culture during the 1970s. He leaves behind a significant legacy as a player and manager.

One of the many common threads connecting those who faced police lathis was that they had voted for the BJP in the past or came from families that had traditionally supported the BJP, making their disappointment more acute

Each group claims to be the ‘original’ flagbearer of Martyrs’ Day; all three meetings have been arranged within a 3 km radius; senior leaders have been trying to pull in crowds

Minister of State for Petroleum and Natural Gas Suresh Gopi said the shift to E20 fuel has been "phased, calibrated and evidence-based," noting that the ethanol blending rate was gradually raised from 1.53 per cent in 2013-14 to 20 per cent in 2025-26 following "scientific evaluation and stakeholder consultations at every stage."

The Reserve Bank of India's special swap facility attracted $20.72 billion by July 17. Most of this money arrived through Foreign Currency Non-Resident deposits. Overseas Foreign Currency Borrowings and External Commercial Borrowings also contributed to inflows. This facility was launched to strengthen India's balance of payments and encourage capital. Banks anticipate a significant rise in FCNR(B) deposits before the September deadline.

Spain defeated Argentina in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final after extra time. Lionel Messi experienced a rare off day, failing to create any chances for teammates. Spain's defensive strategy successfully contained the legendary Argentine forward throughout the match. Ferran Torres scored the decisive goal, securing Spain's second World Cup title. This victory extended Spain's impressive unbeaten international run to thirty-eight games.

Coca-Cola's Indian bottling unit IPO plans are advancing. JPMorgan and Citi have been appointed to manage the proposed 2027 listing. The company is also exploring the sale of a portion of its stake. This move aligns with Coca-Cola's global asset-light strategy. Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages is a leading player in India's soft drinks market.