Nifty 50 opened above 24,100 and Sensex gained over 250 points as IT stocks led early gains, crude near $86.

GIFT Nifty signals a positive open for Nifty 50 as traders watch 23,800-24,350 range, India VIX at 13.27.

Sensex gave up most of a 553-point intraday jump but Nifty still closed at 24,073 on weekly expiry, with banks and cement aiding gains as crude.

Nifty 50 slid towards 24,050 as crude oil rose and West Asia tensions escalated, dragging financials and autos while pharma outperformed.

Sensex and Nifty 50 rebounded above 77,600 and 24,200 as banking and pharma stocks gained, tracking softer US inflation.

Nifty 50 reclaimed 24,100 and Sensex rose over 450 points as IT, Biocon, crude prices, rupee and global cues shaped early trade.

GIFT Nifty signals a positive open for Nifty 50 as global equities rise, India VIX climbs, crude stays above $85 and traders eye key support near 23,950.

Sensex closed around 77,100 and Nifty near 24,050 as rising Brent crude, a weaker rupee and FII selling weighed on financials while IT and metal stocks.

Nifty opened lower near 24,050 as Brent crude neared $85, with Adani Enterprises.