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As the market opened this morning, screens were flooded with green, and optimism was in the air. On one side, a massive market rally driven by the Trump-Modi Deal, and on the other, repeated technical glitches at popular brokerage platforms like Zerodha faced the most complaints. While the Investors smiled, many traders were forced to pause.
What could have been a perfect trading day for many turned into a stressful experience for active traders.
Impact of the Trump-Modi Deal, Sensex and Nifty Surge Sharply
Following the announcement of the India-US Trade Deal between former US President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, confidence returned strongly to the markets. The agreement is being seen as a major turning point for India’s economic growth.
As soon as trading began, Sensex jumped more than 2300 points, and Nifty crossed the 25800 mark. Market experts believe that tariff reductions, stronger export prospects, and fresh foreign investment flows have injected fresh energy into Indian equities.
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Zerodha and Other Brokers Face Technical Issues Again
While the market was gaining momentum, many traders began facing serious issues in executing trades. Social media platforms were quickly flooded with complaints.
Users reported that Orders were not getting executed, Prices and charts stopped updating, and Holdings and Positions were not displaying correctly. Within minutes of the market opening, hundreds of outage reports appeared on Downdetector. Several traders expressed frustration, saying that such issues repeatedly occur on major market event days.
Technology Emerges as the Biggest Challenge in a Rising Market
When markets offer the best opportunities, platform reliability becomes critical. Amid the positive sentiment created by the Trump-Modi Deal, many traders were unable to enter or exit positions, raising concerns about potential losses.
Experts suggest that markets may continue to remain strong in the coming days, but the reliability of brokerage infrastructure has now become a serious concern.
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A Day of Celebration and Lessons for Investors
Today, clearly highlighted two realities. Policy decisions can lift markets to new highs. Weak technical systems can break investor confidence. While the stock market is setting new records, trading platforms must upgrade at the same pace to keep up with rising participation and volatility.
Disclaimer:
This article is based on publicly available information, market data, and social media responses. It is not intended as investment advice. Stock market investments are subject to risk. Readers are advised to consult a financial advisor before making any investment decisions.
Dr. Bidyut Barun Sarmah, with 22+ years of experience in print, electronic, and digital media, holds an MA and PhD in Mass Communication and Journalism. He has worked with AIR, Doordarshan, and the Publication Division under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting. A published author and researcher, Dr. Sarmah writes extensively in both Assamese and English. He was also awarded a prestigious fellowship by the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, for his study on journalistic literature—an achievement that highlights his depth of scholarship and contribution to media studies. At Nest of News, he leads the editorial team and contributes across diverse topics.