Nifty 50, Sensex Ended Over 1.50% Higher; India’s Wholesale Inflation Rose To 3.88% In March 2026 & More
- Share.Market
- 11 min read
- 15 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.
Nifty 50 and Sensex surged over 1.50% higher today, supported by a broad-based rally where all sectoral indices closed in the green, led by Nifty Consumer Durables. Investor sentiment rebounded after US President Donald Trump announced that talks to end the Iran war could resume within two days, following the recent collapse in negotiations and the subsequent US blockade of Iranian ports.
Key Indices – Share Market
Today’s Top News from the Indian Share Market
RAILTELRailTel secured three orders. The company received two Letters of Acceptance from Rail Vikas Nigam Limited worth ₹309.27 crore and ₹255.27 crore. Additionally, it bagged a ₹43.96 crore work order from the UP Police Recruitment and Promotion Board.
PARASParas Defence signed an agreement with US-based Northstar to supply and support air-to-air refuelling systems and accessories for the Indian Armed Forces. Northstar brings extensive capabilities in developing and manufacturing these specialised aerial refuelling products for various airborne platforms.
TIMETECHNOTime Technoplast signed an MoU to acquire a 76% stake in Maharashtra-based PE pipe manufacturer Systoverse Private Limited. This strategic acquisition expands TTL’s footprint, unlocks operational synergies, and brings financial benefits like state subsidies and a concessional 15% corporate tax rate.
WIPROWipro announced that it has signed a definitive agreement, through its subsidiaries, to acquire select customer contracts of Alpha Net Consulting LLC and its subsidiaries.
CLEANMAXCleanMax partnered with textile major Sangam India Limited to supply 30 MWp solar and 20 MW wind power, alongside a 2 MWh battery energy storage system. This hybrid project will help decarbonise five of Sangam’s manufacturing facilities across Rajasthan.
GAILGAIL approved a ₹3,800 crore investment to set up 700 MW of solar power projects in Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra. Augmented with advanced battery storage systems, these projects will fulfil the captive energy needs of its petrochemical plants while driving its Net Zero goals.
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) |
| 13 Apr 2026 | -1,983.18 | 2,432.30 |
| 10 Apr 2026 | 672.09 | 410.05 |
| 09 Apr 2026 | -1,711.19 | 955.90 |
| 08 Apr 2026 | -2,811.97 | 4,168.17 |
| 07 Apr 2026 | -8,692.11 | 7,979.50 |
| Month-to-Date | -40,955.81 | 38,414.83 |
What’s Happening Beyond Markets?
- India’s wholesale inflation rose to 3.88% in March 2026. The Ministry of Commerce & Industry attributed this rise to climbing costs in crude petroleum, natural gas, basic metals, and manufacturing, even as food and electricity prices saw marginal declines.
- India’s gold loan portfolio has surged 3.8 times since March 2022, now holding an 11.1% share of retail credit, according to a TransUnion CIBIL report. Driven by higher ticket sizes and broader lender participation, it is officially the country’s second-largest retail credit product.
- IMF has upgraded India’s FY27 GDP growth forecast to 6.5%. The positive outlook is fueled by a strong 2025 carryover and reduced US tariffs on Indian goods, which outweigh the adverse economic impacts of the ongoing Middle East conflict.
- According to HSBC Global Investment Research, India’s automobile sector faces near-term headwinds like commodity cost inflation and slower domestic demand. Despite stock prices correcting 10-30% over six months, the report warns of continued volatility and potential earnings cuts, leaving limited valuation headroom.
- The Union Budget 2026-27 has allocated a record ₹2.78 lakh crore to Indian Railways. This historic outlay aims to accelerate high-speed rail development, planning seven new inter-city corridors alongside crucial digital and safety upgrades across the network.
- According to Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal, India’s exports grew by 4.22% to $860.09 billion in FY26. However, imports climbed at a faster pace of 6.47% to around $970 billion, subsequently widening the overall trade deficit to $119.30 billion for the fiscal year.
Back to Basics
Terms that put you one step ahead – every day
What is a T+0 Settlement Cycle?
A T+0 settlement cycle means that when you buy or sell a stock, the official transfer of shares and money happens on that exact same day. Think of it like buying groceries at a local store. You hand over your cash, and you instantly walk out with your items. In the stock market, “T” stands for the trade date. Adding “0” means the exchange clears the transaction by the end of that very day, rather than making you wait.
For investors, this means immediate access to their cash after selling shares. It frees up your capital quicker, reduces risk, and gives you immediate flexibility. Note: T+0 is not mandatory for all stocks; it is currently an optional version for a limited list of securities.
Corporate Actions
Companies with the ex date and record date on 17 April 2026
| Company | Corporate Action |
| Aurobindo Pharma Ltd. | Buy Back of Shares |
| Muthoot Finance Ltd. | Interim Dividend, ₹30.00 |
Before You Go…
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We’ll be back to cut through the noise, so you can focus on investing intelligently.
