By Anurag Kumar

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Diwali 2025, Muhurat Trading: Muhurat Trading is one of Dalal Street’s most cherished traditions, a symbolic one-hour trading session held every year on Diwali, marking the beginning of the new Hindu Samvat year. Conducted by both the NSE and BSE, this special trading window signifies prosperity, optimism, and the auspicious start of a fresh financial journey. A Blend of Faith and Finance Rooted in age-old customs, Muhurat Trading is believed to bring good fortune and wealth to investors. During this period, many traders perform Lakshmi Puja, seeking the blessings of the Goddess of Wealth for success in the year ahead. The session uniquely blends spiritual devotion with financial optimism, turning trading floors festive with lights, sweets, and celebrations. Diwali 2025: Muhurat Trading Schedule Announced The National Stock Exchange (NSE) has officially announced the timing for this year’s Muhurat Trading session. Date: October 21, 2025 (Diwali)Main Trading Window: 1:45 pm – 2:45 pm Although the stock markets will remain closed for regular trading on Diwali, this special one-hour session will stay open for investors. Trade modifications can be made until 2:55 pm, and all transactions executed during this time will be settled like normal trades, as per NSE guidelines. Full Muhurat Trading 2025 Schedule (NSE) Block Deal Session 1:15 pm – 1:30 pmPre-Open Session 1:30 pm – 1:45 pm (random closure between 1:37 pm and 1:38 pm)Normal Market Session 1:45 pm – 2:45 pmSpecial Pre-Open Session (for IPO & relisted securities) 1:30 pm – 2:15 pm (random closure between 2:05 pm and 2:15 pm)Normal Market Open for Stocks in Special Pre-Open Session 2:30 pm – 2:45 pmCall Auction Illiquid Session 1:50 pm – 2:35 pm (random closure between 2:34 pm and 2:35 pm)Closing Session 2:55 pm – 3:05 pmTrade Modification Cut-off 1:45 pm – 3:15 pm The exchange has clarified that all trades during the Muhurat session will adhere to standard settlement rules and obligations. Festive Optimism on Dalal Street Historically, both the Sensex and Nifty have often closed in the green during Muhurat Trading sessions, buoyed by the festive mood and renewed faith in India’s economic growth story. For many in the investing community, this hour is not just about trading, it’s about new beginnings, good fortune, and confidence in the year ahead. Get Latest News live on Times Now along with Breaking News and Top Headlines from Business, Companies and around the world.