Nifty 50 Snapped A 2-Day Losing Streak, Ended Over 1.5% Higher; NSE Has Partnered With IGX To Introduce Natural Gas Derivative Contracts & More
- Share.Market
- 11 min read
- 01 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.
Snapping a two-day losing streak, Nifty 50 and Sensex ended the first trading session of FY27 over 1.5% higher on Wednesday, April 1. The rally was driven by improved investor sentiment amid signs of a potential de-escalation in the US-Iran conflict, with the broader market outperforming the benchmarks. Furthermore, most sectoral indices closed in the green, with Nifty PSU Bank emerging as the top sectoral gainer.
Key Indices – Share Market
Today’s Top News from the Indian Share Market
TEJASNETTejas Networks signed an MoU with IIT Gandhinagar to advance research and skill development in emerging telecom technologies. The partnership includes establishing a telecom Center of Excellence at the institute, aligning with the “Aatmanirbhar Bharat” vision for India’s telecom sector.
MARKSANSMarksans Pharma received final USFDA approval for its Benzonatate Capsules (100 mg and 200 mg). The non-narcotic cough relief medication is therapeutically equivalent to Pfizer’s Tessalon Capsules, marking a key addition to the company’s approved product portfolio in the US market.
INDIGOIndiGo commenced daily, direct flights between Kolkata and Shanghai, strengthening its India-China connectivity. Additionally, the airline is expanding its domestic network in Gujarat, now offering over 700 weekly direct flights to support the state’s growing trade and tourism sectors.
ADANIENTAdani Enterprises announced that its UAE-based subsidiary, Adani Global FZE, has incorporated a new wholly-owned entity named Adani Metals and Minerals FZCO. The new UAE-based company will engage in trading pearls, precious stones, jewellery, and non-ferrous metals.
BELBharat Electronics reported a provisional FY26 turnover of ₹26,750 crore, registering a 16.2% growth, alongside a 33.65% jump in exports. The defence PSU also secured additional orders worth ₹6,795 crore for equipment, including mountain radars and avionics packages.
M&MMahindra & Mahindra’s overall auto sales grew 21% in March 2026, reaching 99,969 vehicles. The company closed the financial year with an all-time high volume of 6,60,276 SUVs and robust growth across its domestic utility and commercial vehicle segments.
Broader Market Performance Today
INDIA VIXTop Performing Sectors Today
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Today’s Top Gainers and Losers
Top Gainers
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FII DII Activity (₹ Cr)
| Date | FII (Net Value) | DII (Net Value) |
| 30 Mar 2026 | -11,163.06 | 14,894.72 |
| 27 Mar 2026 | -4,367.30 | 3,566.15 |
| 25 Mar 2026 | -1,805.37 | 5,429.78 |
| 24 Mar 2026 | -8,009.56 | 5,867.15 |
| 23 Mar 2026 | -10,414.23 | 12,033.97 |
| Month-to-Date | -1,18,173.11 | 1,39,394.22 |
What’s Happening Beyond Markets?
- The National Stock Exchange (NSE) has partnered with the Indian Gas Exchange to introduce natural gas derivative contracts. Based on the domestic benchmark index GIXI, these SEBI-approved derivatives will provide efficient and transparent risk management tools for market participants.
- Non-food bank credit grew by 14.3% year-on-year in the fortnight ending February 28, 2026, according to the Reserve Bank of India. This expansion was largely driven by robust momentum across the services sector, personal loans, and agriculture.
- As per a statement released by GIFT City, its IFSC banking assets have surged over sevenfold to cross $106.7 billion as of February 2026. With 37 domestic and foreign banks now operational, this highlights the rapid expansion of India’s offshore banking ecosystem.
- 99.92% of villages across India are now covered with banking outlets within a five-kilometre radius, as per the Ministry of Finance. Monitored through the Jan Dhan Darshak App, this milestone highlights the government’s continuous push to expand rural financial accessibility.
- According to finance ministry data, India’s gross GST collections surged by 8.8% year-on-year to cross ₹2 lakh crore in March 2026. Consequently, the total gross GST revenue for FY26 reached ₹22.27 lakh crore, reflecting an 8.3% annual growth driven by strong economic activity.
Back to Basics
Terms that put you one step ahead – every day
What are Pledged Shares?
Pledged shares represent stock that company founders, or promoters, use as collateral to secure loans from financial institutions. Much like securing a mortgage on a property, promoters pledge their ownership stakes to raise capital for business expansion or to meet personal financial obligations.
Investors monitor these pledging levels closely as a metric of potential risk. If the company’s stock price declines significantly, the value of the pledged collateral naturally diminishes. Under these circumstances, lenders may issue a margin call, requiring promoters to provide additional capital or collateral.
If the promoters cannot meet this demand, the lender holds the right to liquidate the pledged shares on the open market to recover their funds. This sudden influx of market supply can trigger a severe decline in the stock’s price, adversely impacting the portfolios of all shareholders.
Before You Go…
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