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Anthropic Warns AI Models Near Self-Replication and Autonomous Attacks

Anthropic has warned that AI models are only months away from gaining the ability to self-replicate across internet-connected devices like smart ovens and Android TV boxes. This raises significant safety concerns as such AI could autonomously run and spread without a centralized shutdown point, making it difficult to control. The warning highlights growing risks of AI-driven cyberattacks and calls for stronger safety measures.

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PoliticsPhoto: Deccan Herald

TMC Mamata faction protests in Kolkata demanding CEC resignation

The Mamata Banerjee faction of the Trinamool Congress staged a protest in Kolkata demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and cancellation of the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. The city police stopped their planned march beyond Raja Bazar citing lack of permission. The protest was led by senior leaders Kunal Ghosh and Dola Sen, not Mamata Banerjee, who returned from Delhi after I.N.D.I.A. bloc protests.

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Nakul and Gullu Clash Violently on Bigg Boss

In the latest episode of Salman Khan's Bigg Boss, contestants Nakul Dhul and Gullu, a Roadies fame, get into a heated argument that escalates into a physical fight. The conflict begins after Nakul complains about gossip in the house, while Gullu and Kazi Tauqeer claim it was just fun. Other housemates try to intervene as tensions rise.

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Urban Company Plans Fundraise Amid Rising Instant-Services Competition

Urban Company Ltd, a home services marketplace listed on stock exchanges in September 2025, is considering raising funds at a board meeting scheduled for 16 October. The Gurugram-based company disclosed this move on 13 October, citing intensifying competition in the instant-services sector as the reason for the potential fundraise.

Mint Companies··Gurugram

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Woman Attacks Mamata Banerjee During Durga Puja Event in Kolkata

A woman attempted to attack West Bengal's former CM and TMC chief Mamata Banerjee while she was inaugurating a Durga Puja pandal in Kolkata's Kalighat area. The TMC alleged that the woman tried to pull Mamata's saree and was found carrying a knife. The incident has raised security concerns during the festival.

Aaj Tak··Kolkata

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ICICI Life Defends Credit Cover Amid IRDAI Commission Cut Proposal

ICICI Life Insurance highlighted the importance of credit life insurance for Indian borrowers during its earnings call. The product pays off outstanding loans if the borrower dies during the loan term, especially benefiting low-income borrowers without asset-backed loans. This comes as IRDAI proposes capping commissions on single-premium credit life insurance at 2%, down from an average of 22% in FY25, to reduce lender commissions.

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