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BSE, NSE Diwali Trading Schedule: Markets Closed Oct 22, Muhurat Trading Hours Explained
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BSE, NSE Diwali Trading Schedule: Markets Closed Oct 22, Muhurat Trading Hours Explained

The 2025 Diwali season brings with it a brief but highly symbolic trading session for investors across India. Both the NSE and the BSE will observe 14 official holidays this year, excluding weekends.  However, the spotlight remains on Diwali, when markets will open for the Muhurat Trading session on October 21, followed by a full holiday on October 22 for Balipratipada. What Is Muhurat Trading? Muhurat Trading is an hour-long session held to mark the beginning of the Hindu New Year and is widely regarded as an auspicious time for investors.  In 2025, the session will take place on Tuesday, October 21, from 1:45 PM to 2:45 PM, with a pre-open window starting at 1:30 PM. This session covers NSE, BSE, and other market segments. During Muhurat Trading, participants place token buy and sell orders, reflecting hopes for prosperity and financial growth in the coming year. Historically, the session is characterised by light trading volumes but often closes on a positive note, with Sensex and Nifty typically seeing modest gains. The event is ceremonial, attracting participation from individual investors, families, and institutional traders alike. Are Markets Open On October 22? Following the Muhurat Trading session, the stock market will remain closed on Wednesday, 22 October, in observance of Balipratipada, also known as Bali Pratipada or Govardhan Puja. This results in a two-day trading pause during the Diwali week, with normal market operations resuming on Thursday,  October 23. Investors are advised to plan trades in advance during this period due to the short trading window. Liquidity is generally low during Muhurat Trading, and spreads may widen, making it unsuitable for large speculative trades. Additionally, volatility may increase both before and after the Diwali break, so careful monitoring is recommended. The holidays affect all segments of India’s equity market, including equity derivatives and securities lending (SLB). The commodity derivatives segment on the NSE will also remain closed on October 21. Tips for Investors During Diwali Week 2025 Plan trades ahead of the Diwali break to avoid last-minute disruptions. Limit trade size during the Muhurat session due to low liquidity. Keep an eye on market announcements for any last-minute changes to the holiday schedule. Monitor market movements before and after Diwali, as fluctuations can impact short-term strategies. Upcoming Stock Market Holidays In October Date Day Holiday   October 18, 2025   Saturday     Weekend Holiday   October 19,  2025   Sunday   Weekend Holiday   October 21,  2025   Tuesday   Diwali * Laxmi Pujan October 22,  2025   Wednesday   Diwali Balipratipada October 25,  2025   Saturday   Weekend Holiday October 26,  2025   Sunday     Weekend Holiday    

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'Rammed vehicle into wall': Suicide attack on Pakistan security forces' camp; viral video shows huge blast
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'Rammed vehicle into wall': Suicide attack on Pakistan security forces' camp; viral video shows huge blast

A deadly suicide attack struck a Pakistan military camp in North Waziristan on Friday, killing seven soldiers. Terrorists attempted to storm the facility, with one detonating an explosives-laden vehicle. This incident follows intense clashes between Pakistan and Afghanistan. A fragile ceasefire is now in place, brokered by the Afghan Taliban regime.

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UAE Eid Al Etihad 2025: How you can stretch the two-day holiday into a week-long (or longer) getaway
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UAE Eid Al Etihad 2025: How you can stretch the two-day holiday into a week-long (or longer) getaway

Residents can transform the upcoming Eid Al Etihad holiday on December 2-3, 2025, into a nine-day break. By strategically using annual leave on December 1, 4, and 5, and factoring in the preceding and succeeding weekends, a substantial vacation is achievable. Early planning and employer confirmation regarding Commemoration Day are key to maximizing this extended festive period.

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Silver hits record Rs 1,70,415 on MCX: Nearly 20% gain recorded in October- What could it mean amid festive season rush?
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Silver hits record Rs 1,70,415 on MCX: Nearly 20% gain recorded in October- What could it mean amid festive season rush?

Silver prices surged to a record high on MCX, with the December 2025 futures contract reaching Rs 1,70,415 per kg. This marks a significant 19.8% gain for October, driven by strong festive demand and growing industrial interest. Analysts attribute the uptrend to solid fundamentals, including US rate cut expectations and restocking in solar and electronics sectors.

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Singapore Community Centre Decorated With Over 300 Sarees, Geared Up For Diwali Celebrations
Lifestyle

Singapore Community Centre Decorated With Over 300 Sarees, Geared Up For Diwali Celebrations

Singapore: Singaporeans have begun celebrating Diwali with colour, community spirit, and cultural pride, as Indian-origin residents, government officials, and multicultural groups joined hands to kick off the festival of lights across the city-state. The Little India precinct, a traditional hub of Indian shops and eateries, has transformed into a festive zone with dazzling decorations, lights, and cultural events, reflecting Singapore's multi-ethnic celebration style, similar to Christmas, Chinese New Year, and Eid. Diwali, which falls on October 20 this year, is a public holiday in Singapore, with Hindu and Sikh temples across the country set to host prayers, community meals, and cultural festivities. Leading the festivities, Minister in the Prime Minister's Office Indranee Rajah called on residents to participate in a unique initiative that saw the collection of over 300 sarees in diverse fabrics from across the island for decorative displays at a community centre. Residents as well as organisations such as the Indian Women’s Association Singapore and the Bengali Association Singapore took part in the initiative. “I just floated the idea of decorating the Community Centre, and the IAEC (Indian Activities Executive Committee) really took it and ran with it. They came up with the design and different ways of draping the sarees, and the result is amazing. It was a real community effort to deck out the CC,” Rajah was quoted as saying by local weekly newspaper Tabla! “These sarees represent more than fabric. They’re threads of our cultural heritage being woven into a celebration that brings our entire community together,” said Rajah, who also serves as Second Minister for Finance and National Development. She emphasised the importance of sustainability in festival celebrations, encouraging residents to reuse and repurpose items. Community spirit was on full display, said Saravanan Govindasamy, chairman of the Pasir Ris Elias Community Centre IAEC, as residents from various ethnic backgrounds, including Chinese and Malays, helped with decorations. "The support we received from minority communities was tremendous when we put out a call for sarees. It was truly a fabric of unity,” Govindasamy said. Volunteers spent days experimenting with draping techniques to achieve the right look. “There was a lot of trial and error, and we eventually decided to decorate the sarees just as we would drape them on ourselves. Some of the men even stepped forward without hesitation to learn how to pleat the sarees,” said Rangaswamy Sajitha, a Pasir Ris resident. After the display ends on November 16, the donated sarees will be distributed to old-age homes, domestic workers’ associations, and even sent abroad to India and Malaysia, the report said. “We hope in this way, everybody gets a chance to celebrate. Everybody gets a chance to take part,” Rajah said. The Diwali celebrations coincided with the Pasir Ris West-Mid Autumn Getai Show 2025, a Chinese festival held nearby, creating a vibrant intersection of cultures and reinforcing Singapore’s model of cross-cultural coexistence.  (This report has been published as part of the auto-generated syndicate wire feed. Apart from the headline, no editing has been done in the copy by ABP Live.)

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'China Welcomes And Supports The Effort', Chinese Foreign Ministry On Pak-Afghan Ceasefire
World

'China Welcomes And Supports The Effort', Chinese Foreign Ministry On Pak-Afghan Ceasefire

Beijing: China on Thursday welcomed the 48-hour ceasefire between Pakistan and Afghanistan after heavy fighting and called on both the countries to reach a comprehensive and lasting truce to resolve their differences. “We noted that Pakistan and Afghanistan decided to implement a temporary ceasefire and will seek a solution through constructive dialogue, which serves the common interests of the two sides and helps keep the region peaceful and stable. China welcomes and supports the effort,” Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian told a media briefing her. China supports the two countries in staying "cool-headed and exercising restraint", realising a full and lasting ceasefire, properly handling differences through dialogue and consultation, he said. The two countries should return to the track of political settlement, maintaining peace and stability in both countries and the wider region, he said, adding that China will play a constructive role for the improvement of their relations. China maintains close ties with Pakistan and Afghanistan through a tripartite mechanism, conducting periodic meetings to iron out differences over Islamabad’s repeated allegations against Kabul of hosting Pakistan’s militant groups, Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan and Baloch Liberation Army. The Afghan Taliban firmly reject the allegations of harbouring Pakistani militants and blames Pakistan army’s aggressive actions, including airstrikes on Kabul, for the escalation of the conflict.  (This report has been published as part of the auto-generated syndicate wire feed. Apart from the headline, no editing has been done in the copy by ABP Live.)

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Global Oil Prices Fall As Trump-Putin Summit Sparks Supply And Demand Speculation
Business

Global Oil Prices Fall As Trump-Putin Summit Sparks Supply And Demand Speculation

Oil prices inched lower in early trade on Friday, setting the stage for a weekly loss, as markets weighed the impact of an unexpected diplomatic meeting between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin.  The two leaders are expected to meet in Hungary within the next fortnight to discuss possible measures to end the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, reported Reuters. Around 6 AM, Brent crude futures slipped 8 cents, or 0.13 per cent, to $60.98 a barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude fell 9 cents, or 0.16 per cent, to $57.37.  Both benchmarks were on track for weekly declines of around 3 per cent, pressured by renewed concerns of oversupply and weaker demand projections. Summit Talks Add Volatility to Oil Markets The announcement of the Trump-Putin summit has added a fresh layer of uncertainty to oil trading sentiment. Analysts say that while the potential for peace talks could ease geopolitical tensions, it could also reduce the risk premium on crude, leading to softer prices. “Concerns of tighter supplies were eased after it was announced that Trump would be meeting with Putin to discuss ending the war in Ukraine,” said Daniel Hynes, an analyst at ANZ. “Markets are now pricing in a potential resolution scenario, which could alter global trade flows.” The diplomatic development coincides with mounting pressure on India and China from Washington to scale down their imports of Russian crude. Meanwhile, Kyiv continues to lobby for additional US military aid, including long-range Tomahawk missiles, even as speculation builds around possible negotiations. Inventory Build-Up and Record US Output Weigh on Sentiment Further adding to downward pressure, data from the US Energy Information Administration (EIA) showed that domestic crude inventories rose by 3.5 million barrels last week to 423.8 million barrels, significantly higher than the 288,000-barrel increase forecast in a Reuters poll. The larger-than-expected build was attributed to reduced refining activity as several plants entered seasonal maintenance. In addition, US crude production climbed to 13.636 million barrels per day, its highest level on record, amplifying concerns about global oversupply. The figures underscored the International Energy Agency’s recent outlook that anticipates a growing supply surplus by 2026, driven by resilient US output and slowing demand in major economies. Oil Heads for Weekly Losses Despite Geopolitical Tensions Despite geopolitical risk factors that typically buoy crude prices, both Brent and WTI benchmarks are now hovering near their lowest levels since early May. On Thursday, Brent settled 1.37 per cent lower, while WTI declined 1.39 per cent. Traders remain cautious as they await further clarity from the Trump-Putin talks. The market’s direction in the coming days is likely to hinge on how these diplomatic discussions unfold and whether they bring any concrete progress toward ending the Ukraine conflict.

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Diwali Recipes 2025: Prepare Gulab Jamun Cheesecake For A Delightful Celebration
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Diwali Recipes 2025: Prepare Gulab Jamun Cheesecake For A Delightful Celebration

(By Sunil Helave) The Gulab Jamun Cheesecake is an indulgent harmony of two beloved worlds, the classic Western cheesecake and the quintessential Indian sweet, gulab jamun. This dessert reimagines traditional festive flavors in a contemporary avatar, offering a perfect balance of creamy, syrupy, and buttery notes. Each bite unveils a delightful play of textures: a crisp, buttery biscuit base that anchors the dessert, a velvety cream cheese layer that melts effortlessly on the palate, and soft, syrup-soaked gulab jamuns adorning the top. Every component complements the other in both taste and feel, resulting in an experience that is rich, layered, and deeply satisfying. Created especially for festive occasions like Diwali, this dessert celebrates nostalgia with a modern flair. The gentle sweetness of the cheesecake pairs beautifully with the aromatic richness of gulab jamun, while subtle notes of rose, cardamom, and saffron weave through the layers, evoking the warmth and comfort of traditional mithai. Each slice tells a story of contrast and connection: familiar Indian flavors expressed through refined, global techniques, creating something that feels both classic and new. Visually, the Gulab Jamun Cheesecake is an undeniable showstopper. The golden jamuns glisten atop a pale, velvety base, making it the perfect centerpiece for any festive spread. A drizzle of glossy rose syrup enhances its beauty and adds a fragrant, floral note that ties the entire dessert together, making it as captivating to look at as it is to taste. Beyond its visual elegance, this dessert is also practical for festive entertaining. When prepared in advance and chilled overnight, the flavors mature beautifully, the syrup seeps through the cheesecake, enriching every bite with depth and balance. Whether it’s served at an intimate family gathering or a grand festive dinner, the Gulab Jamun Cheesecake bridges tradition and innovation, a celebration of indulgence, artistry, and the timeless joy of sharing familiar flavors in a refreshingly modern form. Sunil Helave is chef Commis II at Deltin Royale, Goa

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MrBeast poses with SRK, Salman, Aamir; Fans speculate collab
Entertainment

MrBeast poses with SRK, Salman, Aamir; Fans speculate collab

Internet sensation MrBeast, also known as Jimmy Donaldson, has ignited a frenzy with a picture alongside Bollywood titans Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, and Aamir Khan in Saudi Arabia. His cryptic caption, "Hey India, should we all do something together?", has fans buzzing with speculation about a massive upcoming collaboration, potentially uniting global and Indian entertainment.

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Shane Lowry takes lead, Rory McIlroy and rising stars shine
Sports

Shane Lowry takes lead, Rory McIlroy and rising stars shine

Shane Lowry seized the lead at the Delhi Golf Club with a stellar 8-under round, showcasing his Ryder Cup form. Rory McIlroy navigated a challenging course for a 3-under 69, while Ben Griffin impressed with a 4-under performance. Local hopes Rahil Gangjee and Dhruv Sheoran also delivered strong opening rounds, with Gangjee sinking a remarkable eagle.

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