Stock markets to hold Muhurat trading session on Diwali

IANS  |  Mumbai 

Key Indian equity markets will hold a special "Muhurat" trading session to mark the start of the Hindu New Year on Thursday.

The annual one-hour session will be held between 6.30 p.m. and 7.30 p.m. It is held every year on account of Laxmi Pujan.

The session is considered to be auspicious for trading. It is believed that the "Muhurat" trading on this day brings wealth and prosperity throughout the year.

The session will mark the start of the Hindu New Year -- Samvat 2074.

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First Published: Wed, October 18 2017. 17:52 IST