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Indian equity markets closed lower with benchmark indices under pressure. The Sensex declined 367 points to end at 85,041.45, while the Nifty 50 slipped 100 points to 26,042.30. Midcap and smallcap stocks saw mixed trends, as broader markets largely remained weak amid cautious investor sentiment and selective buying.
Shares of Swiggy and Zomato’s parent, Eternal, fell about 2% after delivery partners called a nationwide strike. Today, Swiggy dropped to Rs 391.40, while Zomato slid to a five-month low of Rs 279.70. Investors fear disruptions during Christmas and New Year’s Eve could hurt operations and festive demand across platforms nationwide.
The Indian rupee slipped 23 paise to 89.94 against the US dollar amid foreign fund outflows and rising crude oil prices. Forex traders cited weak domestic equities, high dollar demand from importers, and trade deal uncertainties as additional pressures. Markets had remained closed on Thursday for Christmas, but the negative trend resumed in today’s session.
The Sensex and Nifty opened at fresh record levels in early trade on Friday, December 26, 2025. The Sensex started trading today at 85281.55, down at 127.15 points or 0.15%, and the Nifty was at 26099.20, down at 42.90 points or 0.16%. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee was trading today at 89.78 against the dollar.
Indian stock markets are closed today, December 25, 2025, for Christmas. Trading on the NSE and BSE, including equity, derivatives, and SLB segments, will remain suspended. Currency and commodity markets are also shut. Several major global markets, including the US, UK, and Europe, are closed. Trading will resume on Friday, December 26, 2025.
The rupee, after showing early gains, closed 16 paise lower at 89.79 against the US dollar. Ongoing foreign capital outflows and robust demand from bullion importers put pressure on the currency. Despite the central bank’s measures, including USD/INR swaps and open market operations (OMO), market sentiment remained weak due to rising crude oil prices.
Gig and platform workers across India will stage a two-day strike on December 25 and 31, protesting falling pay, unsafe conditions, and lack of social security. Unions say delivery workers face long hours, arbitrary ID blocking, and algorithmic control. The strike targets peak-demand days to press for fair wages, safety, dignity, and stronger labour protections.
Indian equity benchmarks ended marginally lower on Wednesday amid muted trading ahead of the Christmas holiday. Losses in oil and gas, pharmaceutical, and IT stocks weighed on markets. The BSE Sensex slipped 116.14 points, or 0.14%, to close at 85,408.70, while the Nifty50 declined 35.05 points, or 0.13%, to end at 26,142.10.
The Sensex and Nifty opened at fresh record levels in early trade on Wednesday, December 24, 2025. The Sensex started trading today at 85396.65, down at 128.19 points or 0.15%, and the Nifty was at 26152.25, down at 24.90 points or 0.10%. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee was trading today at 89.61 against the dollar.
Investors should keep an eye on key stocks as markets open on Dec 24. Reliance Industries may see movement due to energy and telecom updates, while TCS and Infosys could react to IT sector trends. HDFC Bank’s performance might reflect banking sector sentiment, and Larsen & Toubro could be influenced by infrastructure developments and govt […]
Indian markets ended mixed on Tuesday as losses in IT stocks offset gains in metals, FMCG, and financial services. The BSE Sensex fell 0.05% to 85,524.84, snapping a two-day winning streak, while the NSE Nifty 50 rose slightly by 0.02% to 26,177.15. Market sentiment was also affected by weekly Nifty derivatives expiry.
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Starting January 1, 2026, domestic and commercial LPG cylinders are expected to undergo price revisions across India. The change comes as part of broader adjustments in fuel pricing, affecting households and businesses alike. Consumers are advised to stay updated, while distributors are preparing for the nationwide implementation of new LPG cylinder costs.
Recent GST slab changes by the central govt have significantly affected Telangana’s revenue, with officials estimating a loss of nearly ₹1,000 crore in sales tax for November alone. Experts warn that such a steep decline in a single month could severely impact the state’s financial stability and pose challenges for future budget planning and other […]
The Sensex and Nifty opened at fresh record levels in early trade on Tuesday, December 23, 2025. The Sensex started trading today at 85690.10, up at 122.62 points or 0.14%, and the Nifty was at 26175.40, up at 3.00 points or 0.01%. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee was trading today at 89.62 against the dollar.