New Delhi, July 2 -- The Indian stock market benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty 50, are expected to open on a positive note on Wednesday, 2 July, following cues in global markets.

Asian markets traded mostly lower, while the US stock market traded flat overnight.

On Wednesday, the Indian stock market witnessed strong buying momentum, followed by mixed global cues and easing crude oil prices.

The benchmark Sensex advanced 444 points, or 0.58%, to end the session at 76,922.64, while the Nifty 50 climbed 140 points, or 0.59%, to settle at 24,005.85.

"Markets started the month on a positive note, gaining nearly half a percent amid mixed cues. After a firm opening, the Nifty gradually edged higher during the first half of the session but ...