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Nifty Edges Higher; Volatility Index Jumps
2 Apr
Summary
- India VIX, a volatility gauge, increased by 2.03% to 25.52.
- Nifty 50 index gained 33.70 points, closing at 22,713.10.
- March F&O contracts are set to expire on April 28, 2026.

As of April 2, 2026, the Indian stock market experienced a mixed trading session. The Nifty 50 index closed with a marginal gain of 33.70 points, settling at 22,713.10. This indicates a slight upward movement in the broader market.
Simultaneously, the India VIX, which measures expected market volatility, saw a significant increase of 2.03%, reaching a level of 25.52. This suggests growing investor caution or anticipation of price swings in the near future.
Trading activity in the F&O segment highlighted HDFC Bank, Dixon Technologies (India), and Infosys as actively traded stocks. The upcoming expiry of March 2026 F&O contracts is scheduled for April 28, 2026, a date that may influence market behavior.