As of midday on 29 April 2026, Indian stock markets are experiencing broad-based gains, driven by positive investor sentiment. The Nifty 50 index has risen by 0.88% from its opening level, currently trading at 24,308.55. The index opened at 24,096.90 and has seen a high of 24,317.10 and a low of 24,059.95 during the session.
The Sensex is also performing well, up by 0.83% from its opening level, reaching 77,890.78. It opened at 77,245.83, with a high of 77,921.60 and a low of 77,136.20. The upward movement in these indices reflects the broad-based buying across various sectors.
Among sectoral indices, the Nifty Realty index is leading the gains, up by 1.92% at 812.90. It opened at 797.55, with a high of 813.25 and a low of 796.00. The Nifty Auto index is also showing significant strength, increasing by 1.68% to 26,372.70. Meanwhile, the Nifty FMCG and Nifty IT indices have risen by 1.58% and 0.98%, respectively.
In contrast, the Nifty Media and Nifty Metal indices have faced some pressure, with the former down by 0.62% at 1,469.60 and the latter slipping by 0.28% to 13,065.95. The Nifty Pharma index remains relatively flat, showing a marginal decline of 0.01% at 23,270.45.
| Index | Open | High | Low | Current | Change % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NIFTY 50 | 24,096.90 | 24,317.10 | 24,059.95 | 24,308.55 | +0.88% |
| SENSEX | 77,245.83 | 77,921.60 | 77,136.20 | 77,890.78 | +0.83% |
| INDIA VIX | 18.05 | 18.05 | 16.75 | 16.91 | -6.32% |
| NIFTY REALTY | 797.55 | 813.25 | 796.00 | 812.90 | +1.92% |
| NIFTY AUTO | 25,936.85 | 26,484.80 | 25,935.45 | 26,372.70 | +1.68% |
| NIFTY FMCG | 51,065.30 | 51,892.15 | 51,027.75 | 51,869.95 | +1.58% |
| NIFTY IT | 29,072.15 | 29,486.80 | 29,034.30 | 29,357.40 | +0.98% |
| NIFTY PSU BANK | 8,692.55 | 8,782.85 | 8,644.55 | 8,774.55 | +0.94% |
| BANK NIFTY | 55,634.50 | 56,110.25 | 55,332.20 | 56,083.75 | +0.81% |
| NIFTY 100 | 25,060.25 | 25,254.00 | 25,010.60 | 25,244.90 | +0.74% |
| NIFTY MEDIA | 1,478.80 | 1,481.55 | 1,462.10 | 1,469.60 | -0.62% |
| NIFTY 500 | 22,875.30 | 23,014.85 | 22,825.15 | 23,007.55 | +0.58% |
| NIFTY METAL | 13,103.20 | 13,112.45 | 12,871.40 | 13,065.95 | -0.28% |
| NIFTY MIDCAP 50 | 17,139.65 | 17,209.95 | 17,070.30 | 17,185.85 | +0.27% |
| NIFTY MIDCAP 100 | 60,766.45 | 60,965.70 | 60,551.95 | 60,893.10 | +0.21% |
| NIFTY ENERGY | 41,228.30 | 41,423.35 | 40,990.05 | 41,296.65 | +0.17% |
| NIFTY PHARMA | 23,273.75 | 23,386.15 | 23,188.30 | 23,270.45 | -0.01% |
The positive momentum in the market is supported by reports of geopolitical easing, particularly concerning the Iran-US situation, which has boosted investor confidence. As the session progresses, investors will be keenly observing any further developments that could impact market dynamics.
Data as on Apr 29, 2026, 12:30 PM IST.
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