Special Diwali stock market trading hours announced for major exchanges

Stock exchanges are set to hold a special live trading session for Diwali, giving investors specific timings for the holiday event.

Timings

The block deal session starts at 1:50 pm and runs until 2:05 pm. The main trading session takes place from 2:20 pm to 3:15 pm, following various pre-open activities. The closing auction session happens between 3:20 pm and 3:30 pm, with a post-market closing session wrapping up the day from 3:50 pm to 4:00 pm.

Context

Muhurat trading is a brief, symbolic trading window held on Diwali to mark the start of the traditional Hindu financial year. Investors often place small trades during this time for good fortune, with major exchanges like the NSE and BSE hosting the special event annually.