Mumbai, April 29 -- The domestic stock markets opened on a positive note on Wednesday even as uncertainty in West Asia and disruptions in the global energy sector continued to weigh on sentiment.

The Nifty 50 index opened at 24,096.90, gaining 101.20 points or 0.42 per cent, while the BSE Sensex opened at 77,245.83, up 358.92 points or 0.47 per cent.

Market experts said that despite ongoing geopolitical tensions, Indian markets are showing resilience, supported by expectations of stability and positive momentum from the previous month.

Ajay Bagga, Banking and market expert, told ANI that the situation in the Gulf remains uncertain, with mixed signals emerging on the US-Iran developments.

He said, "The Gulf situation remains muddled. T...