Indian equity markets pushed higher on Wednesday, with the benchmark Nifty 50 index climbing past the 24,200 level for the first time in the session.
The broad-based rally was anchored by strong performance in the automotive and healthcare sectors, which led the advance as investor sentiment remained constructive.
73% for the day. The broader Sensex index mirrored the strength, rising 566.
The Nifty 50 closed at 24,198.15, gaining 176.50 points or 0.73% for the day.
The broader Sensex index mirrored the strength, rising 566.59 points or 0.74% to trade at 77,557.81.
The gains extended a positive trend that had begun earlier in the week, following a Monday open that saw the Nifty 50 rise 0.44% amid shifting geopolitical risk perceptions.
Stable energy prices provided a tailwind for the equity rally.