Nifty 50, Sensex Ended Over 1% Higher; RBI Issued New Guidelines To Speed Up Cross-Border Inward Payments & More
- Share.Market
- 10 min read
- 10 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.
Tracking global cues, Nifty 50 and Sensex ended over 1% higher on Friday, April 10, closing the week’s last trading session on a positive note. The rally was led by gains in the auto and realty sectors, as investors kept a close watch on the upcoming US-Iran peace talks in Pakistan. Most sectoral indices ended in the green, leaving Nifty IT as the only loser for the day.
Key Indices – Share Market
Today’s Top News from the Indian Share Market
THERMAXThermax has completed the acquisition of a 35.83% stake in Exactspace Technologies Private Limited. With this transaction finalised on April 9, 2026, Thermax’s total shareholding has increased to 51%, officially making Exactspace a subsidiary of the company.
NYKAAGlobal beauty brand Charlotte Tilbury has opened its first-ever flagship boutique in India at Nexus Select Citywalk, New Delhi. The store is being operated end-to-end by Nykaa, marking a significant milestone in India’s booming premium beauty market.
GODREJPROPGodrej Properties reported its highest-ever booking value of ₹34,171 crore in FY2026, marking a 16% growth. The company also achieved record collections of ₹19,965 crore and an operating cash flow of ₹7,830 crore, retaining its position as India’s largest residential developer by booking value.
BSEThe BSE has received approval from SEBI to launch derivative contracts on the “BSE Focused IT Index.” This sector index measures the performance of 14 companies within the Information Technology sector, with exact launch details to be notified via separate exchange circulars.
TATASTEELTata Steel has completed the acquisition of the remaining 0.01% stake in Tata Steel Colors Private Limited for ₹0.03 crore. Following this transaction on April 9, 2026, Tata Steel Colors has officially become an indirect wholly-owned subsidiary of the company.
Broader Market Performance Today
INDIA VIXTop Performing Sectors Today
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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) |
| 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 |
| 06 Apr 2026 | -8,167.17 | 8,088.70 |
| 02 Apr 2026 | -9,931.13 | 7,208.41 |
| Month-to-Date | -39,644.72 | 35,572.48 |
What’s Happening Beyond Markets?
- As per the Reserve Bank of India, new guidelines have been issued to speed up cross-border inward payments. To achieve this, the central bank has officially directed all banks to streamline their internal processes for these transactions.
- RBI has officially announced an underwriting auction for Government Securities. This newly announced financial auction is set to be conducted for a total amount of Rs 34,000 crore.
- According to the World Gold Council, gold prices experienced a steep 12% fall in the month of March. This significant price decline officially marks the worst monthly drop recorded for the precious metal since the year 2013.
- Over 1.16 lakh raids were conducted, resulting in the suspension of 53 LPG distributors for various violations, according to the government.
- According to S&P, global economic growth is projected to slow down to 3.2% in 2026. This slowdown comes amid the largest energy shock on record, which is directly attributed to the ongoing crisis in West Asia.
Back to Basics
Terms that put you one step ahead – every day
What is a T+1 Settlement Cycle?
A T+1 settlement cycle means that stock trades are finalised exactly one business day after the transaction date (T). Think of it like online shopping with next-day delivery. You click “buy” today (the trade), but the actual delivery of the item to your doorstep happens tomorrow (the settlement).
In the stock market, when you buy or sell shares, the exchange of cash for stock ownership isn’t instant. “T” is the day you execute the trade, and “+1” means the official transfer of money and securities is completed by the very next trading day. For everyday investors, a T+1 cycle means quicker access to your cash after selling a stock and reduced risk of a trade falling through. It makes the entire market faster, more efficient, and more secure for your investments.
Before You Go…
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