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By. B V. Phani Kumar

Trending Highlights: Feb 3-4, 2026

Global (20)

• US Dollar Hits Four-Year Low: The dollar sank further against major currencies on Feb 3 amid ongoing decline, with traders citing policy uncertainties; President Trump dismissed concerns, calling its value “great.” Analysts predict a February rebound of 2% based on strong US data.
• Venezuela Post-US Intervention Reforms: Following January’s US capture of Maduro, opposition leader María Corina Machado pushed reforms including prison shutdowns like El Helicoide; families celebrated outside as it converts to cultural center amid US pressure.​
• Trump Targets USAID Overhaul: President Trump vowed to remove “radical left lunatics” from USAID ($42.8B agency) on Feb 3, signaling broader aid agency reviews in his administration’s early moves.​
• LA Protests Block Freeway vs Deportations: Thousands shut down US 101 in LA for 5+ hours on Feb 3 against Trump’s mass deportation plans; no arrests despite massive disruption, highlighting internal political tensions.​
• Trump DEI Purge in Education Dept: Trump ordered DEI staff suspensions/dismissals, pledging to dismantle the “radical”-infiltrated Education Department; critics warn of disruptions to loans and aid.​
• Iran Resumes Nuclear Talks with US: Iran ordered nuclear deal resumption on Feb 3 as Trump expresses hope; coincides with Pentagon-US-Israel talks on Iran threats.​
• Gulf Warns US on Iran Missiles: Allies alerted Washington of “serious threat” from Iranian missiles to bases on Feb 3, urging reinforced defenses.
• China Executes Myanmar Scam Operatives: Beijing executed 4 more from scam groups on Feb 3, escalating anti-fraud crackdown.

• Dalai Lama Grammy Sparks China Fury: Dalai Lama won Best Audio Book at Grammys 2026; China slams as “political interference.”
• Russia Drone Kills 12 Ukrainian Miners: Strike on bus in Ukraine on Feb 3 claims 12 lives amid ongoing conflict.​
• Bangladesh Ex-PM Hasina Jailed 10 Years: Post-ouster shift sees Sheikh Hasina sentenced on Feb 3.​
• Japan’s Takaichi Poised for Win: Polls signal realignment favoring Sanae Takaichi on Feb 3.​
• Balochistan Fidayeen Fighter Video: Footage shows woman before death amid escalating conflict.​
• Epstein Files Rock UK Labour: Ambassador Mandelson resigns over alleged $75K payments; new accuser details Prince Andrew night.​
• US H-1B Registration Opens March 4: FY27 window announced amid skilled worker demand.
• Indian-Origin Scientist Wins Crafoord: Veerabhadran Ramanathan honored for climate work.​
• Global Terror Forecast 2026: 95% attacks in Global South (Sudan, Mali etc.); isolated Western hits expected, migrant radicalization risk high.​
• PM Modi US Visit Feb 12: First bilateral post-Trump inauguration for talks.​
• French RN Le Pen Appeal Hearing: Far-right leader’s case on Feb 3.​
• World Governments Summit: Key sessions in Dubai on Feb 3.​

India (30, Telugu States Focus)

• India-US Trade Deal Boosts Markets: Announced Feb 3 evening, eases tariffs; Nifty up 1.06% to 25,088 amid relief rally. Sensex eyes strong open.​
• SC Upholds Land Compensation Equity: Ruled excessive awards to some don’t invalidate others on Feb 3.​
• SC Sets Aside Demolition Order: Overturns Calcutta HC on Santiniketan building; protects under Article 300A.​
• SC Rejects Blanket Arrest Grounds Order: No immediate written grounds mandate; remand details suffice per Article 22.​
• SC Reconstitutes Selection Panel: Orders DoPT to reform committee excluding biased officer in grave injustice case.​
• SC on Arbitration Time Extension: Bombay HC erred; applications go to appointing court.​
• Budget 2026 Infrastructure Push: Targets 4.3% fiscal deficit, ₹12.2L cr capex for growth.​
• Kolkata 5.9 Earthquake Jolts: Tremors felt widely on Feb 3; no major damage reported.​
• Karnataka BJP Dhurna: MLAs demand excise minister resignation in assembly.​
• Telangana Phone Tapping Probe: KCR case heats up alongside Budget impacts.​
• AP Assembly Sessions Feb: Likely 2nd/3rd week; YSRCP attendance hoped.​
• Hyderabad High-Speed Rail Corridors: Budget proposes Pune-Hyd, Hyd-BLR, Hyd-Chennai lines.​
• Godavari Express Best Maintained: 52-year train wins 2025 award for Hyd-Visakh.​
• Telugu States Politics Surge: BRS leads municipal polls; TDP-JanaSena alliances shift.
• Jharkhand Workers Stranded UAE: Passports withheld, wages denied; families seek aid.​
• Northeast Underground Rail Plan: 40km corridor for security/logistics.​
• Anti-Conversion Laws Challenged: Massive suits in 12 states on religious freedom.​
• Industrial Code Rules by Feb End: Centre commits to labor law transition.​
• Munawwar Rana Daughter Talaq Case: Lucknow police register after triple talaq.​
• Telangana Congress vs BRS Debates: Welfare schemes, enquiries dominate.​

Telugu States (10 More)

• Numaish Massive Shopping Rush: Hyderabad expo draws crowds Feb 3.​
• AP YCP-TDP Debates Intensify: Leadership moves shape landscape.
• Telangana Welfare Reforms: INC govt pushes amid opposition protests.​
• Hyderabad Viral Weather Updates: Daily monitoring amid political news.​

Editorials (5)

• Budget 2026: Growth vs Jobs: Infrastructure drives capex but fails labor absorption; agriculture distress rises.​
• India-US Deal Reshapes Trade: Eases tariffs, boosts exports; long-term stability key.​
• SC on Property Rights: Drastic demolitions violate Article 300A; equity in compensation vital.​
• Dollar Decline Signals Shift: Trump’s brush-off ignores risks; rebound possible but volatile.
• Venezuela Reforms Post-Maduro: US pressure yields prison changes; human rights test ahead.​