Indian Stock Markets Close Friday for Muharram; 16 Holidays Scheduled
The National Stock Exchange (NSE) and Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) will remain closed on Friday, June 26, 2026, to observe Muharram, the Islamic New Year. The closure is one of 16 scheduled market holidays for 2026, with MCX experiencing partial closure and NCDEX shutting entirely.
Indian equity markets will observe a holiday on Friday, June 26, 2026, to mark Muharram, according to the announcement. Both the NSE and BSE will remain shut for the day, while the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) will experience a partial closure. The National Commodity and Derivatives Exchange (NCDEX) will be fully closed. Muharram, which holds significant religious importance as the Islamic New Year, is one of several festivals observed in India's financial calendar. The closure will create an extended weekend for market participants and investors across the country.
Source: Markets-Economic Times
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