Today Current Affairs 11 October 2026 – Compiled from official public sources. Daily important news useful for preparation of UPSC, SSC, UPSSC, Defence and Police competitive exams.
Economy
India Mobile Congress 2026 Concludes, Emphasises Affordable and Inclusive Digital Connectivity
On 10 October 2026, The summit highlighted the need for stronger collaboration among governments, industry and international organisations to mobilise investment, strengthen policy frameworks and expand affordable, reliable, resilient and inclusive digital connectivity.
- The four-day India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2026, Asia’s largest technology event, concluded on 10 October 2026.
- The event began on the 7th of this month.
RBI Raises Daily CRR Maintenance Requirement for Banks to 99% from October 16
On 10 October 2026, The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) said that banks will need to maintain 99 per cent of the required cash reserve ratio (CRR) daily starting from October 16, up from 90 per cent at present.
Government Schemes
Pradhan Mantri Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana completes one year today
Pradhan Mantri Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana has completed one year 11 October 2026. The scheme was launched on this day last year to strengthen agriculture in 100 Aspirational Agricultural Districts across the country.
International
Flydubai co-pilot planned suicide attack on Tel Aviv airport, reveals UAE investigation
On 9 October 2026, The UAE’s investigations into the flydubai flight FZ1073 incident have revealed a premeditated terrorist plot by the aircraft’s Omani co-pilot.
- The Attorney-General said that the 29-year-old suspect was carrying out a plan to seize control of the aircraft and use it to launch a suicide attack on the passenger terminal at Ben Gurion Airport in Tel Aviv.
- He began carrying it out during his third flight to Tel Aviv on 30 September.
- He was also inspired by the 9/11 attacks and as per his confession, his decision to pursue a career in aviation was linked to the idea of carrying out a similar attack.
National
CJP Protest Demanding Removal of Chief Election Commissioner
On 10–11 October 2026, the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) organised nationwide protests in Delhi and Mumbai, demanding the removal of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar over alleged irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls.
From Beacons to Landmarks: How India Is Transforming Its Lighthouses
India’s lighthouses, traditionally associated with maritime navigation and coastal safety, are taking on a wider role as the country develops them into tourism destinations, heritage centres and public spaces.
- According to the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, 75 lighthouses have been developed as tourism destinations.
- The number of visitors to lighthouse sites has increased from around four lakh in 2014 to 18.63 lakh in 2024–25, reflecting growing public interest in these historic structures.
- The complex is set to include a 77-metre-high Lighthouse Museum, with an estimated project cost of ₹266.11 crore.
Northern Railway says all trains will run as per schedule today
Northern Railway has announced that all train services will operate as per their normal schedule 11 October 2026.
Railways had decided to cancel Mail and Express trains scheduled to arrive at New Delhi and Hazrat Nizamuddin railway stations between 4 am and 2 pm yesterday.