Mumbai, Sept. 1 -- Indian stock markets opened with gains on Monday as strong first quarter GDP numbers boosted investor confidence.

The Nifty 50 index opened at 24,490.70, higher by 63.65 points or 0.26 per cent, while the BSE Sensex began the day at 80,051.81, up by 242.16 points or 0.30 per cent.

Market experts noted that the positive GDP data and a recent U.S. court ruling declaring Trump's tariffs unconstitutional supported investor sentiment. However, concerns continue to weigh on the market.

Banking and market expert Ajay Bagga told ANI, "September seasonality is not positive, but Indian markets may show some September surprise. Huge FPI outflows, underwhelming corporate earnings, fragile sentiment on the back of punitive Trump ...