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Indian Prodigy Atiqa Mir Joins Kart Republic Racing Team

Indian racing prodigy Atiqa Mir, aged 11, has joined Kart Republic, a team owned by Italian veteran Dino Chiesa, known for launching multiple Formula 1 champions including Lewis Hamilton. Mir switched mid-season after impressing in European karting series. Kart Republic has supported drivers like Lando Norris and George Russell. Atiqa will compete in the OKJ category, aiming to develop her skills over the next two years.

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Mirae Asset Life Cycle Fund 2056 Plans Retirement with Gradual Shift to Debt

Mirae Asset Life Cycle Fund 2056 offers a 30-year glide path strategy that gradually shifts investments from high equity exposure (70–90%) in early years to lower equity (10–25%) by 2056. The fund transitions through five stages, reallocating assets towards debt, arbitrage, and gold to balance long-term growth with retirement corpus protection.

ET Markets·

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Iran Warns Pakistan Over Saudi Defense Pact Amid Tensions

Following the defense agreement between Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkey, Iran sharply criticized the pact. Iran warned against interference in Yemen's affairs, signaling heightened tensions in the region. The warning reflects Iran's disapproval of Saudi Arabia's growing military cooperation with Pakistan and Turkey, emphasizing non-intervention in Yemen's conflict.

Amar Ujala·

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Lenskart Shares Drop 5% Amid Alpha Wave Ventures Block Deal

Lenskart Solutions shares fell over 5% on October 12, opening at ₹650 on NSE compared to the previous close of ₹677.85. Around 2.93 crore shares (1.67% equity) were traded in block deals worth ₹1,895 crore. Alpha Wave Ventures is reportedly selling up to 1.6% stake valued at ₹1,691 crore at a floor price of ₹640 per share, a 5.2% discount to Friday's close.

Mint Markets·

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PoliticsPhoto: Hindustan Times

BJD, Congress Accuse Odisha BJP Government of Manipulating Student Polls

The Biju Janata Dal (BJD) and Congress have accused Odisha's BJP government, led by Mohan Majhi, of manipulating the October 15 student union elections amid allegations of political interference, nomination rejections, and violence. The elections, held after eight years, involved 6,649 students across 347 colleges and 13 universities. The polls resumed after delays caused by Cyclone Titli, campus violence, and the Covid-19 pandemic.

Hindustan Times··Odisha

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Tyler Perry Donates $750K to Help Atlanta Seniors Pay Property Taxes

Tyler Perry donated $750,000 to help over 300 low-income seniors in Atlanta pay overdue property taxes and stay in their homes. The donation also supports a pilot program assisting 100 more seniors facing property tax increases. Mayor Dickens highlighted the importance of preserving homes for longtime residents amid Atlanta's growth.

TOI World··Atlanta

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