Stock Market LIVE Updates, Sensex Today: Sensex Drops 130 Points Lower, Asian Markets Rebound

India's rupee surged 23 paise to reach 93.75 against the US dollar in early trade on 9 November 2026, marking a seven-month high. Simultaneously, devastating fires and burn injuries were reported in various parts of Madhya Pradesh during Diwali celebrations. A total of six family members were killed and at least 35 people suffered severe burns from firecracker incidents.

Emergency wards were overwhelmed with casualties, with most receiving treatment for minor to moderate burns, while some cases required specialized care. Meanwhile, Delhi's air quality deteriorated into the 'severe' category following Diwali due to toxic smog from firecracker emissions and stagnant winds. The situation sparked outrage, with US lawmakers condemning a disruption of a high-profile Diwali event by right-wing activists in the United States.

In India, a major apartment fire in Ghaziabad claimed no lives but heightened concerns over fireworks safety. Additionally, the Congress party expelled a local leader in Madhya Pradesh amid allegations of involvement in a liquor smuggling network, as the BJP intensified its political attack. Lastly, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang admitted to an affair with a person suspected of being a Chinese spy, causing shockwaves across technology and financial markets due to concerns over corporate governance and national security.