Trading and banking activity has paused today on account of Good Friday, with Indian stock exchanges, commodity bourses and most bank branches remaining closed on Friday, April 3. The break comes shortly after the March 31 holiday for Mahavir Jayanti, resulting in a holiday-shortened trading week.
Stock exchanges and commodity markets shut
Equity, derivatives and currency trading across major exchanges are not taking place today. Both the BSE Sensex and the National Stock Exchange of India remain closed across segments. Commodity trading has also been suspended, with the Multi Commodity Exchange of India (MCX) and the National Commodity & Derivatives Exchange Limited shutting both morning and evening sessions.
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Trading activity will resume on Monday when markets reopen after the Good Friday holiday.
Bank branches closed, digital services active
Bank branches in most states are also closed, in line with the Reserve Bank of India's holiday calendar. This means in-person services such as cheque submissions, account updates and other counter transactions will not be available. However, essential digital banking services continue without disruption.
ATMs remain operational for cash withdrawals, while UPI, net banking and mobile banking apps are functioning normally. Customers can still complete fund transfers, bill payments and other online transactions, though branch-related requests may see delays.
Most states are observing the Good Friday holiday, though a few regional exceptions may apply. Customers are advised to check with their local branches for state-specific schedules. Delhi and NCR are among regions following the closure.
Markets are set for another holiday later this month. On April 14, exchanges will remain closed for Dr BR Ambedkar Jayanti. In total, exchanges have 16 weekday trading holidays scheduled for 2026, with additional breaks expected during the festive period later in the year.
Markets remain 'volatile' this week
Trading sentiment ahead of the holiday remained uncertain. Markets have been "volatile" this week. Rising crude prices, foreign institutional investor selling and inflation risks weighed on investor sentiment.
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At Thursday's close, BSE Sensex climbed 185.23 points to settle at 73,319.55, while Nifty ended at 22,713.10, up 33.70 points.
