Stock Market Holiday on March 26; Sensex, Nifty settle higher in previous session

A view of the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) in Mumbai, India, March 2, 2026.
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FRANCIS MASCARENHAS

Equity markets remained closed on Thursday, March 26, on account of Ram Navami, with trading across equity, currency and debt segments set to resume on Friday, March 27.

Markets ended the previous session on a strong note, marking a second consecutive day of gains. The Nifty climbed 1.72 per cent to close at 23,306.45, while the Sensex advanced 1.63 per cent to settle at 75,273.45 on Wednesday. The rally was largely driven by easing global concerns, as expectations of a potential ceasefire in West Asia led to a decline in crude oil prices. Lower oil prices are seen as supportive for India’s growth outlook, given its position as the world’s third-largest crude importer.

In the currency market, the rupee weakened slightly, falling 0.1 per cent against the US dollar to close at 93.97. The currency faced pressure from increased dollar demand tied to maturing non-deliverable forwards and foreign portfolio outflows. However, losses were limited as the central bank stepped in to support the rupee.

Investors will closely track global cues and oil price movements when markets reopen on Friday.

Market holidays ahead

Published on March 26, 2026