Buy or sell stocks, Jan. 15 -- The Indian stock markets is shut today (Thursday, January 15), due to the municipal corporation elections occurring in Maharashtra.

Trading activities have been halted across both primary exchanges, the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), in observance of polling day.

Market participants should note that trading in the equity sector will recommence on Friday following the one-day break. This holiday has been recognized for all sectors on the NSE and BSE during that day.

Meanwhile, the commodity market will function on a limited basis. Commodity trading has been suspended during the morning session and is expected to start again after 5 PM, enabling participants to engage in ...