Indian stock markets will be closed on Wednesday, October 22, for Diwali Balipratipada. This follows a symbolic Muhurat trading session that marked the start of Samvat 2082. Normal trading will resume on Thursday, October 23. Market experts anticipate a profit-led revival for equities in the new Samvat year. Corporate profit recovery is key to market performance.
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