NSE to conduct special trading session on May 18: All you need to know

The National Stock Exchange (NSE) announced that it will be conducting a special live trading session with intra-day switch over from Primary site to Disaster Recovery site. This session will take place on May 18 in equity and equity derivative segments. The aim of the section is to check preparedness of the segments during a major disruption or failure at the primary site, it said. The session will also have intra-day switch over from Primary Site (PR) to Disaster Recovery (DR) site.
NSE said that the session will be conducted in two phases: first will be a 45-minute session starting at 9:15 am and the second will commence at 11:45 am and end at 12:40 pm.
During the special session, all securities will have a maximum price band of 5 per cent. This will include those on which derivative products are available.
The securities which are already in the 2 per cent or lower price band will continue to be available in the respective bands, NSE said.

Brijesh Pathak is a seasoned journalist and editor at Daily News, bringing over a decade of experience in the media industry. Known for his sharp editorial insights and commitment to ethical journalism, Brijesh has covered diverse beats, including politics, business, and social issues. His leadership at Daily News has been instrumental in delivering impactful stories that inform and inspire readers. Passionate about storytelling, he combines traditional journalism values with modern approaches to keep audiences engaged in today’s fast-paced news environment.