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By. BV. Phani Kumar

Trending Highlights: Feb 4-5, 2026                                                           

Global (20)

1. US Dollar Hits 4-Year Low
US dollar index fell 1.4% to 95.77, lowest since Feb 2022, amid Trump tariff threats and Fed rate concerns. President Trump dismissed decline as “great,” fueling investor sell-offs. Markets watch Fed meeting for policy clues.​

2. Trump Pushes Election Nationalization
President Trump doubled down on claims to “nationalize” US presidential elections, sparking controversy over federal control. Critics warn of democratic erosion; supporters cite uniformity needs.​

3. US Iran Tensions Escalate
US shot down Iranian drone in Arabian Sea; Trump warns of strikes “far worse” than 2025 on nuclear sites if no nuclear deal. Deployed carriers/destroyers; Iran threatens retaliation.​

4. Venezuela Post-US Intervention
After Jan 3 US Operation Absolute Resolve captured Maduro/Flores for NY trial, opposition leader Machado pushes reforms. El Helicoide prison shutdown announced for cultural center amid human rights probes.​

5. Trump Iran Sanctions Round
US Treasury sanctioned Iran’s shadow fleet, illicit finance, and officials like Ali Larijani for protest crackdowns. 25% tariff on Iran-trading nations; Trump urges nuclear talks.​

6. Russia Ukraine Ceasefire Breach
Zelenskyy accuses Russia of ceasefire violations pre-peace talks; Trump moratorium on Russian strikes on Ukraine energy ended Feb 1. Fresh strikes reported.

7. Gaza US Administration Body
US established National Committee for Gaza Administration and Peace Board to oversee post-conflict stability.​

8. Global Terror Forecast 2026
RSIS predicts 60-70% attacks in Africa/Asia/Middle East; West faces periodic strikes from unintegrated diaspora extremism, post-Bondi Beach attack.​

9. Western NYE Security Cuts
Major cities scaled back 2025-26 NYE events due to terror fears after Sydney attack; Global South remains primary theater.​

10. US India Trade Deal Announced
Trump cuts tariffs on Indian imports to 18% after Modi agrees to halt Russian oil buys; details scarce, boosts bilateral ties.

11. Trump Russia Oil Pressure
Trump claims Modi knew of dissatisfaction over India-Russia oil; no formal Russian notice received.

12. Zelenskyy Peace Talks Prep
Ukraine leader notes repeated Russian ceasefire breaches ahead of negotiations.​

13. Teen Heroic Swim Rescue
Australian teen swam long-distance to save family, trending as feel-good global story.​

14. World Cancer Day Milestone
“The Bell” Fund marks 10th year on Feb 4, highlighting cancer awareness efforts.​

15. US Gaza Peace Push
Trump admin forms board for Gaza peace amid ongoing pressures.​

16. Iran Drone Incident
US military downs Iranian drone near Arabian Sea, heightens regional alerts.​

17. Trump Fed Rate Advocacy
President pushes Fed for cuts despite dollar woes; analysts doubt approval.​

18. Venezuela Opposition Reforms
Post-Maduro capture, new leaders announce prison reforms amid chants for freedom.​

19. Global Markets React Dollar
Dollar slide impacts trade; investors eye Trump policies.​

20. Trump Nuclear Ultimatum
“Time running out” for Iran nuclear deal or face strikes, per Truth Social.​

India (30, Telugu States Focus)

21. SC Orders ED SIT on Reliance Fraud
Supreme Court directs ED to form SIT, CBI probe ₹40,000cr Reliance bank fraud collusion. CJI notes IBC misuse; Anil Ambani assured no travel without nod. Hearing on EAS Sarma petition.​

22. India-US Trade Deal Relief
Tariffs cut to 18% on Indian goods; PM Modi hails at NDA meet as boosting Made in India. Sensex/Nifty rise; Russia oil halt unconfirmed.

23. PM Modi on India’s Global Role
Modi says world sees India as stable partner amid uncertainty; highlights diplomacy.​

24. Telangana HC Heritage Metro Probe
Telangana HC seeks affidavit on Metro Phase-II heritage violations near structures.​

25. Eagle Force NDPS Arrests TS
Telangana Eagle Force nabs 75 NDPS fugitives statewide; 3,228 total identified.

26. BRS Family Politics Attack
Bandi Sanjay accuses BRS of family politics, neck-deep issues in Telangana.​

27. Uppal Trader Suicide
Ravichandra ends life after online trading losses in Hyderabad’s South Swaroop Nagar.​

28. Telugu Varsity Staff Review
Telangana HC panel reviews staff regularisation contempt case.​

29. Hyderabad DCA Drug Crackdown
DCA acts against violations; PAIL appeal on commercial court order.​

30. TS Speaker Constitutional Warning
Sanjay Kumar warns Speaker against tarnishing chair image.​

31. India Terror Alert Temples
Delhi high alert for Jaish/Lashkar plots on Republic Day/’26-26′; targets Ayodhya/Jammu temples.​

32. Kashmir Snow Disrupts
Heavy snowfall halts flights, slows traffic in Kashmir Valley; avalanche warnings.​

33. Manipur Trainees Clash
7 injured in Assam police academy fight between Manipur groups.​

34. Maharashtra Cabin Shift
Deputy CM Sunetra Pawar gets Ajit Pawar’s secretariat cabin.​

35. Jharkhand Politics Updates
ED on Arvind Kejriwal, Jharkhand developments trending.​

36. Rare Minerals Extraction Boost
Centre enhances corridors with 4 states including Telugu regions.​

37. PV Sindhu Withdraws
Sindhu pulls from Badminton Asia Team Championships 2026.​

38. Hyderabad Cricket Win
Akash Bhandari century powers Hyderabad vs SBI.​

39. ICC T20 Trophy Tour
T20 World Cup 2026 trophy at Chandigarh University.​

40. ED Probes Kejriwal
Enforcement Directorate actions in Delhi politics.​

41. Russian Oil India Scrutiny
No formal notice to Russia on India oil plans post-US deal.​

42. Telangana Power Distribution Case
SC hears Superintending Engineer vs Ch Bhaskara Chary.​

43. Hyderabad Senior Hockey
V M Kavya leads Hyderabad team.​

44. Balochistan Terror Ops Spillover
67 terrorists killed; regional alerts impact India borders.​

45. Modi Trade Deals Legacy
9 FTAs/ deals under Modi, says Rijiju.​

46. Dhurandhar 2 Teaser Buzz
Ranveer Singh film promo release trends nationally.​

47. SC Multiple Orders Feb 4
Cases like Uma Devi vs Anand Kumar, Vinay Aggarwal vs Haryana heard.​

48. Andhra ETV News Focus
Political updates, Idisangathi corridors in Telugu states.​

49. TSIT Budget Stability
Focus on global stakes in India’s continuity.​

50. Narco-Terrorism SC Puzzle
Court grapples with terror definition in cases.​

Editorials (5)

1. US-India Deal Ambiguity
Relief over tariff cuts mixed with uncertainty on Russian oil halt scope; needs parliamentary debate. Strategic shift risks India-Russia ties.

2. Trump Dollar Dismissal
President’s “great” remark ignores 4-year low risks; Fed independence key amid tariffs.​

3. Venezuela Intervention Ethics
US capture of Maduro raises sovereignty questions but aids opposition reforms.​

4. Global Terror Diaspora Risks
Unintegrated communities fuel Western attacks; integration urgent post-Sydney.​

5. SC Reliance Probe Urgency
Court’s SIT order exposes bank fraud delays; ensures fair probe on massive scam.​