Indian equity markets delivered a powerful rally on April 8, 2026, with benchmark indices posting gains of nearly 4 per cent, driven by strong global cues and easing geopolitical concerns.
The BSE Sensex surged 2,946 points to close around 77,562, while the Nifty50 jumped 874 points to hover near the 24,000 mark. The sharp rise reflected renewed investor confidence after recent volatility.
The rally was led by banking and financial stocks, with HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank seeing strong buying interest. Auto stocks such as Mahindra & Mahindra also advanced, while realty counters posted solid gains amid improved sentiment.
Among the broader market, metal and infrastructure stocks contributed to the upside, supported by easing commodity prices. Midcap and smallcap indices also moved higher, indicating widespread participation across sectors.
However, not all sectors joined the rally. IT stocks, including Infosys, came under pressure due to weak global tech cues. Defensive names such as Hindustan Unilever also lagged, as investors shifted focus toward cyclical and growth-oriented sectors.
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