Sensex skyrockets: Unpacking today's market surge
The stock market had a strong Thursday—Sensex shot up 749.32 points to 82,111.19, and Nifty gained 235.70 points to stand at 25,028.95.
This rally came right after the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) made it easier and cheaper for banks to lend money for big infrastructure projects.
RBI's move to boost infrastructure investment
With the RBI lowering how much money banks need to set aside for lending to under-construction projects (down to just 1%), it frees up funds that can be used elsewhere.
That means more investment in things like roads, housing, and power—which could mean more jobs and growth down the line.
Who were the biggest gainers?
Companies that finance infrastructure—like Power Finance Corporation, REC, and IRFC—were among Thursday's top gainers.
Big names like Reliance Industries and State Bank of India also saw their stocks rise.
While large-cap stocks celebrated, smaller companies faced some pressure due to global uncertainties.
What else did the RBI say?
The RBI also gave projects more time before being labeled as delayed, making life a bit easier for lenders.
All these steps are aimed at getting more money flowing into key sectors and keeping India's economic momentum going.