Ceasefire Cheers Ignite Dalal Street Rally
Indian equity markets staged a powerful rally on 8 April 2026 after the US–Iran ceasefire lifted global risk sentiment and eased geopolitical concerns. Benchmark index BSE Sensex surged nearly 2,900 points, gaining around 3% by 12 PM, supported by sharp cooling in crude oil prices and renewed investor confidence, Auto sector among the top gaining sector. The rally was broad-based, with strong buying seen across key sectors as market participants turned optimistic on stability in global markets. Aviation stocks stood out, with InterGlobe Aviation (

















