Markets Closed Today? Here’s the NSE & BSE Holiday List

As of today, March 26, 2026 (Thursday), the stock market remains closed on account of Ram Navami. This auspicious occasion, celebrating the birth of Lord Rama, is observed across India and is part of the official trading holiday calendar.

Holidays Observed So Far in 2026 –

·  Municipal Corporation Election – Maharashtra (January 15)

·  Republic Day (January 26)

·  Holi (March 3)

Upcoming Trading Holidays

Looking ahead, several important holidays remain in the 2026. he next holiday is Mahavir Jayanti on March 31, followed closely by Good Friday on April 3 and Ambedkar Jayanti on April 14. As we move further into the year, Maharashtra Day on May 1 and Eid al-Adha on May 28 will be observed.

In the later part of the year, markets will remain closed on occasions such as Muharram on June 26 and Ganesh Chaturthi on September 14. The festive season continues with Gandhi Jayanti on October 2 and Dussehra on October 20. Toward the end of the year, holidays include Diwali (Balipratipada) on November 10, Guru Nanak Gurpurab on November 24, and Christmas on December 25.

Holidays Falling on Weekends

Some holidays in 2026 fall on weekends and therefore do not impact regular trading schedules. These include Maha Shivaratri on February 15 (Sunday) and Eid al-Fitr on March 21 (Saturday). Additionally, Independence Day falls on August 15 (Saturday), and Diwali falls on November 8 (Sunday).

Since these holidays coincide with non-trading days, they do not result in any additional market closures, but they remain significant cultural and national observances.

Muhurat Trading Session (NSE)

Even though November 8, 2026 (Diwali Laxmi Pujan) is a trading holiday, the National Stock Exchange of India will conduct its special Muhurat Trading session. This symbolic trading window, held every year during Diwali, marks the beginning of a new financial year for many traders.

The exact timings of the Muhurat Trading session will be announced by the exchange through an official circular closer to the date. Traditionally, this session takes place in the evening for about an hour.

Market commentary: Week So Far (Up to Thursday)

Markets have been volatile in the last three trading sessions.

On Monday, March 23, markets witnessed a severe sell-off, with benchmark indices falling around 2.5 per cent. The Nifty 50 dropped 601.85 points to close at 22,512.65, while the BSE Sensex plunged 1,836.57 points to end at 72,696.39. The sharp decline came amid rising tensions in the Middle East after Donald Trump issued a deadline to Iran regarding the Strait of Hormuz, raising fears of escalation. Elevated crude oil prices and concerns over global growth led to a broad risk-off sentiment, wiping out massive market capitalisation.

However, sentiment began to shift after market hours on Monday, as indications emerged of a potential pause and progress toward negotiations between the U.S. and Iran.

On Tuesday, March 24, markets rebounded strongly. The Nifty 50 surged 399.75 points (1.78 per cent) to close at 22,912.40, while the Sensex gained 1,372.07 points (1.89 per cent) to end at 74,068.46. The recovery was driven by optimism after the U.S. delayed its planned strike on Iran’s power grid, although Iran’s denial of negotiations kept some caution in the market.

The positive momentum continued on Wednesday, March 25. Markets opened with a strong gap-up and extended gains during the session, supported by easing crude oil prices and hopes of diplomatic progress. The Nifty 50 rose by 394.05 points (1.72 per cent) to settle at 23,306.45, while the Sensex climbed 1,205.01 points (1.63 per cent) to close at 75,273.46. Although some profit booking was seen in the second half, indices managed to hold on to significant gains.

Global Markets Today

Global markets are showing a mixed trend on Thursday, 26 March 2026, with regional indices reflecting a combination of cautious profit booking and optimism driven by easing geopolitical tensions.

In the U.S., the S&P 500 continued its upward trajectory, trading at 6,591.90, up 35.53 points or 0.54 per cent, reflecting investor confidence amid hopes of stabilising global energy markets. European markets have been stronger, with the FTSE gaining 141.68 points (1.40 per cent) to 10,106.84 and the DAX rising 320.17 points (1.39 per cent) to 22,957.08, as traders reacted positively to economic data and potential diplomatic progress in the Middle East.

Asian markets, however, are trading under pressure. The Nikkei 225 slipped 345.62 points (-0.64 per cent) to 53,404.00, while the Hang Seng declined 355.95 points (-1.42 per cent) to 24,980.00. South Korea’s KOSPI saw the largest fall among these in the region, down 141.06 points (-2.50 per cent) to 5,501.15.

In commodities, Brent Crude climbed 1.92 points (1.88 per cent) to 104.14 per barrel, as oil markets responded to optimism over potential diplomatic solutions reducing Middle East tensions. Gold, a traditional safe-haven, eased slightly, with the Gold down 8.09 points (-0.18 per cent) to 4,520.86, suggesting investors are gradually moving back into equities.

Disclaimer: The article is for informational purposes only and not investment advice.