On April 20, 2026, the Indian stock market continued its upward trajectory, with the Nifty 50 index gaining 156 points to close at 24,353. The BSE Sensex rose by 504 points, closing at 78,493, while the Bank Nifty index increased by 479 points, finishing at 56,565. Most sectors performed well, particularly FMCG, energy, and metals, while IT and pharma lagged behind. The Gift Nifty index opened at 24,500 and showed volatility, trading at 24,460 by 6:50 AM. Vaishali Parekh from Prabhudas Lilladher noted that the Nifty is at a critical resistance level between 24,300 and 24,400, which it must breach for further bullish momentum. She also highlighted support levels at 24,100 and 23,200. For today, she recommended buying Jio Financial Services at ₹243.85 with a target of ₹255, NALCO at ₹438.75 with a target of ₹460, and KFin Technologies at ₹976 with a target of ₹1025. Investors are advised to consult certified experts before making investment decisions.