Indian equity markets closed higher with the Sensex rising over 600 points and the Nifty crossing 24,000, supported by the India-New Zealand FTA and easing global tensions. Broader markets outperformed, while pharma, IT and realty stocks led gains
Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty ended slightly lower after retreating from intra-day highs due to selling in banking and auto stocks. Investors remained cautious ahead of US-Iran talks, while broader markets outperformed and the rupee strengthened