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Arini Hedge Fund Losses Reach 32% Amid Position Sales

Arini Capital Management's main hedge fund losses deepened to 32% for the year by late October, including a 19.7% loss in October alone due to weak credit markets. The fund, specializing in high-yield debt, re-underwrote its five largest positions, which make up two-thirds of its net asset value, and reduced gross leverage to the lowest since early 2022. It also received $389 million in inflows last week as part of a $1.5 billion raise. The fund acknowledged underestimating CCC rated debt dislocation but remains confident in its core positions.

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Karnataka Petrol Samples Found with Up to 31.2% Illegal Ethanol Blending

Petrol samples from major fuel companies in Karnataka contained ethanol blending up to 31.2%, exceeding the mandated 20%, according to Consumer Affairs Minister Rizwan Arshad. The government collected 63 samples across seven districts. State-run oil companies disputed the findings, questioning the testing methods and use of third-party labs. Rizwan Arshad demanded corrective action from the Centre, warning this over-blending could affect 99% of vehicles.

Deccan Herald··Bengaluru

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Kris Jenner Recalls Hotel Confrontation Over Lamar Odom Scandal

Kris Jenner recalled a shocking incident involving her daughter Khloe Kardashian and Khloe's former husband Lamar Odom. On The Kardashians show, Kris revealed they tracked Lamar to a hotel after learning about his drug use and infidelity. They found around 20 people inside, and Khloe confronted those present during the tense showdown.

TOI Entertainment·

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Centre mandates rice and paddy stock declaration amid price rise

On November 7, 2026, the Centre directed all rice traders, retailers, wholesalers, processors, and millers across India to declare their stocks of rice and paddy under six categories on the Food Stock Portal every Friday. This move follows rising rice prices due to a deficient monsoon. Five southern states—Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Telangana—are allowed to impose stock limits until January 31, 2027, to prevent hoarding.

Hindu Business·

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New Study Rejects Northeast Scotland Origin of Stonehenge Altar Stone

Recent research by an international team has ruled out northeast Scotland as the source of Stonehenge's Altar Stone, which weighs about six tonnes. The study found no geological match in the Scottish locations examined, challenging earlier theories. Additionally, previous beliefs about the stone's Welsh origin have been questioned by new geological evidence, narrowing down the possible origins of this ancient stone.

TOI Science·

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Stone Plaque Marking Karnataka's Birth Missing from Bengaluru Stadium

On November 1, 1973, around 30,000 people gathered at Bengaluru's Kanteerava Stadium to witness Mysore state become Karnataka. Chief Minister Devaraj Urs unveiled a 10-foot black stone plaque marking the event, featuring Karnataka's map, name in Kannada, the date, and the Gandabherunda emblem. The plaque, a historic relic, is now missing from the stadium where the ceremony took place.

Deccan Herald··Bengaluru

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