Indian stock markets are experiencing a positive session as of 11:16 AM IST, with key indices showing significant gains. The Nifty 50 index has risen by 0.80% from its opening level, currently standing at 24,289.40. The index opened at 24,096.90, reached a high of 24,298.95, and a low of 24,059.95. Throughout the morning, the Nifty 50 showed a steady upward trajectory, moving from 24,113.05 at 09:15 AM to its current level.
The Sensex also mirrors this upward trend, currently trading at 77,837.81, marking a 0.77% increase from its opening level of 77,245.83. The Sensex recorded a high of 77,879.68 and a low of 77,136.20 during the session. This positive movement is supported by broad-based buying across sectors.
Among sectoral indices, Nifty Auto is leading the charge with a substantial gain of 1.76%, reaching 26,392.65. The index opened at 25,936.85, with a high of 26,484.80 and a low of 25,935.45. This surge is indicative of strong investor sentiment in the auto sector, with major players like Maruti Suzuki and Tata Motors contributing to the gains.
The Nifty IT index is also performing well, up by 1.24% to 29,431.80. It opened at 29,072.15, with a high of 29,486.80 and a low of 29,034.30. The FMCG sector follows, with the Nifty FMCG index rising by 1.06% to 51,604.15, after opening at 51,065.30.
Other notable movements include the Nifty Realty index, which is up 1.01% to 805.60, and the Nifty 100, which has gained 0.65% to 25,224.15. Conversely, the Nifty Media and Nifty Metal indices have seen declines, with the former down 0.59% to 1,470.05 and the latter down 0.25% to 13,070.30.
Overall, the market’s positive performance is underpinned by reports of easing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, particularly concerning the Iran-US situation, which has bolstered investor confidence and risk appetite.
Data as on Apr 29, 2026, 11:16 AM IST.
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