Today’s current affairs (April 11, 2026)

🌍 International News

Middle East crisis live: US and Iranian envoys meet Pakistani PM ahead of peace talks

The Guardian

Middle East crisis live: US and Iranian envoys meet Pakistani PM ahead of peace talks

Today

Trump warns of fresh strikes if Iran talks fail - as it happened

The Guardian

Trump warns of fresh strikes if Iran talks fail – as it happened

Today

  • US–Iran Peace Talks
    • High-level talks are happening in Pakistan to reduce tensions.
    • Issues: nuclear program, Strait of Hormuz, and Middle East conflict.
    • US warned of military action if talks fail.
  • Middle East Crisis Impact
    • Ongoing conflict affecting global oil supply and economy.
    • Lebanon facing heavy damage due to airstrikes.

🇮🇳 India News

  • India postpones global steel conference
    • Reason: Middle East crisis affecting travel & logistics.
  • India Economic Growth
    • World Bank predicts 6.6% growth (FY27)
    • Risk: oil prices & global tensions.
  • RBI Update
    • Repo rate unchanged at 5.25%
    • Inflation risk due to rising oil prices.
  • Forex Reserves
    • India has around $697 billion reserves
    • Enough for ~11 months of imports.

💰 Economy & Finance

  • Rising crude oil prices → pressure on:
    • Inflation
    • Government spending
  • Government may take austerity measures (reduce expenses).

🌡️ Environment / Climate

  • India experiencing early heatwave conditions
  • Temperatures reaching 38–42°C in some regions.

🧠 Quick One-Line Revision

  • US–Iran peace talks ongoing in Pakistan
  • India postpones steel conference
  • India growth forecast: 6.6% (World Bank)
  • RBI keeps repo rate at 5.25%
  • Forex reserves strong at $697B
  • Heatwave starts early in India

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