Key Highlights:
- Indian stock markets (NSE & BSE) will be closed on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, for Maha Shivratri.
- Nifty50 and Sensex ended the previous trading session in the red.
- Upcoming market holidays include Holi (March 14) and Id-Ul-Fitr (March 31).
Indian Stock Market Closed on Maha Shivratri 2025
Investors and traders should note that the Indian stock markets—NSE (National Stock Exchange) and BSE (Bombay Stock Exchange)—will remain closed on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, in observance of Maha Shivratri. This festival, dedicated to Lord Shiva, is a major Hindu celebration that falls in the month of Phalguna.
Stock Market Performance: Previous Trading Session Highlights
On Monday, February 24, 2025, the Indian equity markets ended in the red, with both benchmark indices witnessing a significant decline:
- Sensex fell by 856.65 points (1.14%), closing at 74,454.41.
- Nifty50 dropped 242.55 points (1.06%), settling at 22,553.35.
Sector-wise performance:
- Top losers: Wipro, HCL Tech, TCS, and Infosys led the decline.
- Top gainers: Mahindra & Mahindra, Dr Reddy’s Labs, and Nestle India saw gains.
- Sectoral impact: The Nifty IT index was the biggest loser, down 2.71%, followed by the Nifty Pharma index, which fell 2.17%. However, Nifty Auto and FMCG sectors managed to stay in the green.
Upcoming Stock Market Holidays in 2025
As per the NSE 2025 holiday calendar, Indian stock markets will observe 14 holidays throughout the year. The next set of holidays include:
- Holi – March 14, 2025 (Friday)
- Id-Ul-Fitr – March 31, 2025 (Monday)
- Shri Mahavir Jayanti – April 10, 2025 (Thursday)
- Dr Baba Saheb Ambedkar Jayanti – April 14, 2025 (Monday)
- Good Friday – April 18, 2025 (Friday)
- Maharashtra Day – May 1, 2025 (Thursday)
In the latter half of the year, key holidays include:
- Independence Day – August 15 (Friday)
- Ganesh Chaturthi – August 27 (Wednesday)
- Dussehra & Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti – October 2 (Thursday)
- Diwali Laxmi Pujan – October 21 (Tuesday)
- Diwali-Balipratipada – October 22 (Wednesday)
- Prakash Gurpurb Sri Guru Nanak Dev – November 5 (Wednesday)
- Christmas – December 25 (Thursday)
Market Timings & Trading Schedule
Regular stock market hours in India are 9:15 AM to 3:30 PM (Monday to Friday), with a pre-market session from 9:00 AM to 9:15 AM. The market remains closed on weekends.
What Investors Should Watch For?
- Global market trends: With Indian markets closed, international cues will impact trading sentiment.
- Economic data releases: Keep an eye on GDP growth, inflation reports, and corporate earnings.
- FII & DII activity: Foreign and domestic institutional investments will influence market direction post-holiday.
Conclusion
With the stock markets closed on Maha Shivratri 2025, traders should plan their investments accordingly. As the next trading session resumes, market participants should be prepared for potential volatility influenced by global trends and domestic economic indicators.
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