Goooglenews

By. BV Phani Kumar

Trending Highlights: Feb 2-3, 2026

20 Global Highlights

• Trump Urges End to US Shutdown: President Trump called on House to vote quickly to resolve partial government shutdown affecting defense and homeland security departments, now in fourth day.
• US Dollar Sharp Decline: Dollar saw biggest single-day drop since April amid Trump’s “liberation day” policies and Fed rate cut expectations, raising economy concerns as a “double-edged sword.”
• Trump Tariffs on Mexico, Canada, China: New 25% tariffs imposed on key partners, prompting countermeasures; fulfills campaign promise but tests trade strategy aggressively.
• RFK Jr. HHS Nomination Battle: Sen. Cassidy’s vote critical for Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s confirmation as Health Secretary; opposition could block amid primary challenges.​
• McConnell Criticizes Trump Pardons: Senate leader called Jan 6 pardons a “mistake,” rejecting “day of love” label as insurrection; highlights GOP internal rift.​
• Rubio Warns Panama on China Canal: Secretary Rubio told Panama US may act if China controls canal, protecting treaty rights amid tensions.​
• Trump Fed Chair Announcement: President to name Federal Reserve chair pick soon, threatening changes amid criticisms of past policy.​
• US Labels Muslim Brotherhood Terrorist: State Dept blacklists branches in Egypt, Lebanon, Jordan as terrorist groups, escalating anti-extremism efforts.​
• Global Terror Forecast 2026: 60-70% attacks in Africa/Asia/Middle East; West faces periodic hits from unintegrated communities, post-NY Eve cancellations.​
• Trump Ukraine-Russia Talks: Administration schedules meetings with Ukraine, Russia parties to address conflicts.​
• Dollar Bear Market Fears: Post-2025 decline, analysts warn further fall from Trump’s dovish Fed pressure and asset selling wave.​
• EU Tariff Threats from Trump: 10% tariffs warned on 8 European nations over Greenland unless deal reached by Feb 1.​
• Fentanyl Tariffs on China Raised: US hiked to 20% on Chinese goods via emergency powers, targeting trafficking.​
• Cuba Oil Tariff Process: Executive order sets tariffs on countries selling oil to Cuba.​
• Western Cities Security Cuts: NY Eve events scaled back due to safety fears after Sydney attack.​
• US-India Trade Deal Impact: Tariffs cut to 18% on Indian goods, boosting diversification amid US protectionism.​
• Trump Pardon Backlash Grows: Over 1,000 Jan 6 rioters freed, deepening party divisions.​
• Fed Leadership Shift Looms: Trump eyes changes criticizing Powell, skewing to dovish rates.​
• Panama Canal Tensions Rise: US signals intervention against Chinese influence.​
• Global Trade Map Tilts: India’s deals with US/UK/EU counter China investments.​

30 India & Telugu States Highlights

• SC Declares Menstrual Hygiene Right: Supreme Court landmark ruling recognizes it as fundamental, boosting women’s health access.​
• SC Stays UGC 2026 Regulations: Interim order halts new equity rules for vagueness/misuse risks; 2012 rules continue via Article 142.​
• Bihar GDP Surges to Rs 9.9L Cr: Outpaces India with manufacturing boom, capital shift in Economic Survey.​
• India-US Trade Deal Cuts Tariffs: From 25% to 18%, aiding exports; talks resume with Canada/Israel.
• Union Budget Hikes Defense: Post-Operation Sindoor, sharp spend rise for security/indigenous arms.​
• Sensex Plunges 1,500 Points: Markets crash on Budget fiscal worries, Nifty down 500.​
• TMC Protests Police Mobilization: Trinamool MPs rally in Lok Sabha over Bengal guest house forces.​
• Bengal STF Seizes 296kg Ganja: Worth Rs 80L, two arrested in anti-drug op.​
• Rahul Doklam Statement Chaos: Lok Sabha adjourned amid uproar on China incursion claims.​
• Mamata Meets EC on Forces: TMC delegation to Delhi EC over guest house security.​
• Bihar Budget Session Starts: Focus on law-order improvements.​
• Telangana CM Revanth Reddy US Tour Ends: Returns after meetings, boosting investments.​
• Tirumala Laddu Issue Explains: Minister Nadendla to clarify prasadam controversy at grassroots.​
• JEE Main Applications Extended: Till Feb 25 by NTA; exams April 2-9.​
• TS Municipal/GHMC Elections Feb: Nominations filed, scrutiny from Feb 3; 19k+ papers last day.​
• AP Politics Alliances Shift: YSRCP, TDP, JSP debates intensify on governance/welfare.​
• TS Congress vs BRS Clashes: Ruling govt faces opposition on reforms/enquiries.​
• Rare Earth Corridors vs China: Budget push to cut imports, strategic trade boost.​
• Banking Reforms: PFC/REC Restructure: Sea change for financial sector.​
• Budget Ignores Unemployment: Unions slam lack of social security focus.​
• Livestock/Fisheries Schemes Funded: Rs boost for rural economy.​
• Rs 20k Cr Carbon Capture: New scheme for climate tech.​
• Buddhist Circuits Tourism Push: Hiking trails for growth.​
• Fiscal Rule Impacts Growth: Editorial notes spending curbs.​
• BITS Pilani Goa Suicide: Another student death, ‘contagion’ probe; 6 in 15 months.​
• India Sets Digital Payments Agenda: UPI/CBDCs lead at BRICS.​
• EAM at US Critical Minerals Meet: Key diplomacy.​
• YSR Congress Vangaveeti Critique: Alleged political stifling by ex-CM Rajasekhara Reddy.​
• Delhi Apollo Hospital Issue: Govt to SC on refusing poor treatment.​
• Pakistan Boycotts India T20 Match: Amid tensions.​

5 Editorials

• New Fiscal Rule Analysis: Balances growth/spending but risks deficits; key for Budget 2026-27 in strong economy.
• India-US Trade Reaffirms Alliance: Counters China; hazy ties clarified via deals.​
• Banking Sea Change Needed: Restructuring PFC/REC vital for reforms.​
• Unemployment Overlooked: Unions decry Budget’s social security gaps.​
• CCUS Funding Strategic: Rs 20k Cr push aligns climate goals with tech.​