New Delhi, July 5 -- Indian equity benchmarks extended their winning streak for a third straight session on Friday, July 3, supported by strong buying in IT and pharmaceutical stocks despite mixed global market cues.

The Sensex climbed 262 points, or 0.34%, to close at 77,763.91, while the Nifty 50 gained 95 points, or 0.39%, to settle at 24,270.85.

"The Indian equity markets traded in a range-bound yet positive manner during the week, with the Nifty 50 closing at 24,270, registering a weekly gain of nearly 1%. The index displayed resilience by sustaining decisively above the previous week's low of 23,800, despite intermittent bouts of volatility. Benchmark indices ended the week on a positive note, while the Bank Nifty remained largely...