Indian financial markets are observing a holiday on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, with both the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) suspending regular trading activities. The closure is in observance of Diwali Balipratipada, an important festival.
Trading Resumes November 11
Regular equity trading sessions will recommence on Wednesday, November 11, operating under normal market timings from 9:15 AM to 3:30 PM. This suspension affects all standard equity market transactions, and traders are advised to adjust their strategies accordingly, especially concerning pending orders or positions linked to upcoming corporate announcements.
Implications for Traders and Upcoming Holidays
The holiday impacts trade execution and settlement schedules, requiring market participants to consult applicable exchange and clearing corporation calendars. Following Diwali Balipratipada, the next and final scheduled trading holiday for 2026 will be on December 25 for Christmas.
On the preceding Monday, the Sensex closed 107 points higher at 81,106, while the Nifty gained 58 points to reach 25,044. The total market capitalization of BSE-listed firms stood at Rs 506.41 lakh crore. Broader markets experienced mixed results, with the Nifty Midcap 150 extending its gains by 0.3%, led by strong performances from IREDA and GSK Pharma. In contrast, the Nifty Smallcap 250 saw a slight dip of 0.1%, with RR Kabel and TD Power Systems among the notable decliners.