The Indian rupee gained ground in early Friday trade, appreciating 19 paise to reach 95.16 against the US dollar.
The move marks a continuation of the currency's recent recovery, following a 26-paise advance to 94.90 on Thursday.
Forex traders noted that the weaker dollar provided a tailwind for emerging market currencies, including the rupee, which had faced pressure in previous sessions.
The strengthening rupee comes as the US dollar index retreated from its recent 15-month high levels.
Forex traders noted that the weaker dollar provided a tailwind for emerging market currencies, including the rupee, which had faced pressure in previous sessions.
This session's performance aligns with pre-market expectations, where traders had forecasted the rupee to trade within the 95.12-95.16 range.
The currency is attempting to reverse a prior slide, having closed at 95.3925 on Thursday before opening higher.