The trends on Gift Nifty also indicate a positive start for the Indian benchmark index. The Gift Nifty was trading around 23,028 level, a premium of nearly 50 points from the Nifty futures’ previous close.

The BSE Sensex gained 186.10 points or 0.25 per cent to 6,087.51. Nifty stood at 23,015.45, up 58.20 points or 0.25 per cent. The sentiment in the broader market improved with three stocks rising on fall in every single stock.

Stock Market LIVE Updates | The extended trading week, caused by the Budget, began on a negative note, with the benchmark Nifty opening much lower and forming a gap down on the charts.