Nifty 50 and Sensex Ended In The Green; IGX Recorded Its Highest-Ever Annual Trading Volume In FY26
- Share.Market
- 10 min read
- 07 Apr 2026
Here’s a quick wrap-up where we break down the performance of key indices, top corporate movers, and the major economic headlines of the day.
Benchmark indices Nifty 50 and Sensex closed in the green today. On the sectoral front, most indices ended higher, while Nifty PSU Bank and Nifty Consumer Durables were the only losers. PSU banking stocks remained under pressure due to investor caution ahead of the Reserve Bank of India’s monetary policy rate announcement. Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) have net sold equities worth ₹26,429.45 crore so far in April.
Key Indices – Share Market
Today’s Top News from the Indian Share Market
APLLTDAlembic Pharmaceuticals received final USFDA approval for its Dapagliflozin Tablets, a generic equivalent to AstraZeneca’s Farxiga used for type 2 diabetes. As an early applicant, Alembic secures 180 days of shared generic exclusivity in a $10.4 billion market.
SWANDEFSwan Defence secured a contract from Energy ONE Limited to build four 92,500 DWT dual-fuel ammonia bulk carriers. Marking India’s first ammonia-fuelled commercial vessel order, this milestone significantly advances the country’s green shipbuilding capabilities and lower-emission shipping ambitions.
AMAGIAmagi launched Newspulse, an Agentic AI platform designed to autonomously convert live newscasts and VODs into multi-format, publish-ready digital content. Operating within policy-driven editorial guardrails, the platform dynamically reframes videos and sequences stories, replacing fragmented workflows for modern newsrooms.
TATASTEELTata Steel reported its highest-ever annual crude steel production in India at 23.48 million tons for FY2026, an 8% YoY increase. The company also achieved record-breaking domestic deliveries of 22.53 million tons, driven by strong downstream and vertical performance.
LODHALodha Developers announced its best-ever quarterly pre-sales of ₹58.9 billion in Q4FY26, a 23% YoY increase, driving full-year pre-sales to ₹205.3 billion. Backed by strong collections of ₹52.3 billion, the company successfully reduced its net debt by ₹8 billion during the quarter.
Broader Market Performance Today
INDIA VIXTop Performing Sectors Today
Top Gainers
| Company | Today’s Chg | LTP |
|---|---|---|
 Nifty ITNIFTY IT | +2.50%+766.80 | 31403.35 |
 Nifty RealtyNIFTY REALTY | +1.67%+11.50 | 698.60 |
 Nifty MetalNIFTY METAL | +1.55%+179.15 | 11762.65 |
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Today’s Top Gainers and Losers
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FII DII Activity (₹ Cr)
| Date | FII (Net Value) | DII (Net Value) |
| 06 Apr 2026 | -8,167.17 | 8,088.70 |
| 02 Apr 2026 | -9,931.13 | 7,208.41 |
| 01 Apr 2026 | -8,331.15 | 7,171.80 |
| Month-to-Date | -26,429.45 | 22,468.91 |
What’s Happening Beyond Markets?
- According to an RBI circular, the central bank has retained percentage limits for foreign portfolio investor investments in government and corporate bonds for FY27. However, the overall debt investment cap has been increased to ₹16.32 lakh crore for the second half.
- As per a CareEdge report, digital payments now account for 93% of India’s payment value and 99.8% of transaction volume. With UPI dominating the retail payments architecture, traditional instruments like debit cards are steadily declining for day-to-day transactions.
- Indian Gas Exchange recorded its highest-ever annual trading volume in FY26. Traded volume surged 28% year-on-year to reach 76.8 million MMBtu, with Gadimoga emerging as the most active delivery point for executed trades.
- The cost of a home-cooked non-vegetarian thali dropped 1% year-on-year in March 2026, according to a Crisil Intelligence report. Meanwhile, vegetarian meal prices remained stable as cheaper onions, potatoes, and pulses offset the rising costs of tomatoes and fuel.
Back to Basics
Terms that put you one step ahead – every day
What is Low Inflation?
Low inflation occurs when the general prices of goods and services in an economy rise at a slow, steady, and manageable rate over time. Think of it like a gentle breeze pushing a sailboat. It provides just enough forward momentum to keep the economy moving without turning into a destructive storm that capsizes your household budget.
Central banks typically aim for this low, predictable rate to encourage healthy economic growth. It subtly motivates people to spend and businesses to invest, knowing that cash loses a tiny bit of value if left completely idle. For everyday consumers, this means the purchasing power of your hard-earned money remains relatively stable. You can confidently plan for the future, knowing your daily cost of living won’t suddenly skyrocket overnight.
Corporate Actions
Companies with the ex date and record date on 09 April 2026
| Company | Corporate Action |
| Automobile Products of India Ltd. | Right Issue of Equity Shares |
Before You Go…
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