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WorldPhoto: TOI WorldThe US State Department downgraded Hong Kong to Tier 3 in its 2026 Trafficking in Persons Report, citing concerns over human trafficking efforts. Hong Kong rejected the decision as "entirely unfounded," accusing the US of applying double standards. Previously, Hong Kong was on the Tier 2 Watch List for two years before this downgrade.
TOI World··Hong Kong
BusinessPhoto: Mint CompaniesElon Musk has expanded his vision for SpaceX, stating it could eventually be worth "orders of magnitude more" than the entire global economy. Previously, in July 2026, he suggested SpaceX might be worth more than the rest of Earth combined. Musk clarified that while he sees a path to such valuation, he is not confident it will definitely happen. His evolving statements highlight his ambitious outlook for SpaceX's future value.
Mint Companies·
SportsPhoto: HT SportsMyles Garrett, a key offseason signing for the Los Angeles Rams, has played only one game this season due to a knee injury requiring surgery. Rams head coach Sean McVay said Garrett is unlikely to practice next week and probably won't return immediately after becoming eligible in Week 6. Garrett will miss his fourth straight game against the Buffalo Bills.
HT Sports··Los Angeles
PoliticsPhoto: Aaj TakIndia has rejected the United Nations Human Rights Office's concerns about alleged mass detentions during CJP protests in Delhi. The Indian government described the UN's remarks as interference in its internal affairs, citing its constitutional framework and judiciary to defend its actions.
Aaj Tak··Delhi
TechnologyPhoto: Deccan HeraldThe Karnataka State Eligibility Test (K-SET) for assistant professor posts is conducted today at 326 centres across 11 districts in Karnataka. Organized by the Karnataka Examinations Authority, the exam sees 1.29 lakh candidates competing in 37 subjects. Strict measures include dress code enforcement, face-identification frisking, CCTV surveillance, and deployment of police and Home Guards to prevent malpractice. The 3-hour test includes a 100-mark general knowledge paper and a 200-mark subject paper with separate OMR sheets.
Deccan Herald··Bengaluru
PoliticsPhoto: NDTV MoviesActor Imran Khan and his girlfriend Lekha Washington were among over 400 protesters detained in Mumbai during demonstrations supporting the Cockroach Janata Party's protest against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Detentions occurred at August Kranti Maidan and other city locations as police sought to prevent unauthorized gatherings. Imran Khan stated he was there as a citizen to observe restrictions on freedom of movement and suppression of voices.
NDTV Movies··Mumbai
TOI World··Hong Kong
Photo: TOI WorldThe US State Department downgraded Hong Kong to Tier 3 in its 2026 Trafficking in Persons Report, citing concerns over human trafficking efforts. Hong Kong rejected the decision as "entirely unfounded," accusing the US of applying double standards. Previously, Hong Kong was on the Tier 2 Watch List for two years before this downgrade.
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