NSE and BSE closed today for Diwali-Balipratipada holiday (10 Nov)

MCX evening session trading schedule

The Multi Commodity Exchange is closed for the morning trading session on November 10, 2026, for the Diwali-Balipratipada holiday.

The exchange will resume trading for the evening session on November 10, 2026. Moneycontrol reported the evening session hours as 5 pm to 11:30 pm, while Upstox stated the session runs from 5 pm to 11:55 pm.

Market performance prior to the holiday

In the trading session prior to the holiday, the Nifty index rose 0.23 percent to 25,044.65, while the Sensex climbed 0.13 percent to 81,106.65. These closing levels on Monday were the highest recorded since February 27, 2026.

Investors held a Muhurat Trading session on November 8, 2026, followed by a regular trading session on November 9, 2026. On November 9 at 11:45 am, the NIFTY50 traded at 24,990 points, compared to a previous close of 24,986.40 points. At that same time, the BSE SENSEX traded at 81,045 points, up from its previous close of 80,999.40 points.

On November 10, the Nifty reached a daily high of ₹25,084.05 and a daily low of ₹24,838.75. The index recorded a gain of 14.30 points, or 0.06 percent, reaching 25,044.65 compared to its previous close of ₹25,030.35.

GIFT Nifty rose by nearly 0.6 percent, indicating a potential positive opening for domestic equity markets upon their return. Decreasing crude oil prices also was a factor that improved investor sentiment.

Upcoming stock market holidays

Indian stock markets will remain closed on Tuesday, November 24, 2026, for the Guru Nanak Jayanti holiday. On this day, the Multi Commodity Exchange will be closed for the morning session but will resume trading for the evening session.

Equity markets are also scheduled to close on Friday, December 25, 2026, for the Christmas holiday. The Multi Commodity Exchange will remain closed for the entire day on December 25, 2026.

Historical context of the Bombay Stock Exchange

The Bombay Stock Exchange, headquartered in Mumbai, was founded in 1875. It is the oldest stock exchange in Asia.

The exchange is the world's fastest with a trading speed of 6 microseconds. In 1956, the exchange became the first in India to receive permanent recognition from the government under the Securities Contracts (Regulation) Act, 1956.

The SENSEX is the index widely used to represent the Bombay Stock Exchange.

Investor safety and trading precautions

Upstox advises investors to protect their Demat and trading accounts by keeping login credentials, passwords, and one-time passwords confidential. Brokers also recommend that investors update their mobile numbers and email addresses.

Investors should avoid trading in leveraged products or derivatives like Options without proper knowledge, as this can lead to losses. Upstox cautions traders to avoid acting on unsolicited tips provided through social media platforms including WhatsApp, Telegram, Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook.

Upstox states that it does not provide stock tips. The firm has not authorized any individuals or entities to trade on behalf of others.