Stock Market Holiday on June 26: Indian stock markets will remain shut on Friday (June 26), 2026, in observance of Muharram. The stock markets will resume normal trading on Monday, June 29, 2026, under regular trading hours. The Indian equity markets operate from 9:15 AM to 3:30 PM, preceded by a 15-minute pre-open session that begins at 9:00 AM. The stock exchanges remain closed on weekends and on officially notified public holidays.
Stock Market Holiday on June 26: Are equity, derivatives & SLB segments shut tomorrow? Check here
Trading activity across the equity, equity derivatives, and Securities Lending and Borrowing (SLB) segments will remain suspended on both the BSE and the National Stock Exchange (NSE) for the day (June 26).
Stock market holiday calendar 2026
16 stock market holidays have been scheduled for 2026, according to data available on the exchanges. out of which nine have already passed. After the Bakri Id holiday, trading will remain suspended on seven more occasions over the remaining nine months of the year.
Later, after the Muharram holiday on June 26, the next scheduled market closure falls on Monday, September 14, 2026, on account of Ganesh Chaturthi.
There are no trading holidays in July and August. After Muharram, the next stock market holiday will be on September 14, on the occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi.
- October 2 (Friday) – Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti
- November 10 (Monday) – Diwali Balipratipada
- November 24 (Monday) – Guru Nanak Dev Jayanti
- December 25 (Friday) – Christmas
Stock market closed on June 26: Briefing about Muharram 2026
Muharram is the first month of the Islamic (Hijri) calendar and is considered one of the four sacred months in Islam. The word “Muharram” means “forbidden” or “sacred,” referring to the prohibition of warfare and the emphasis on righteousness during this month.
Why is Muharram important?
It marks the beginning of the Islamic New Year (Hijri New Year).
It is one of the four sacred months mentioned in the Quran.
The 10th day of Muharram, known as Ashura, holds special significance for Muslims.
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