New Delhi, Oct. 17 -- The Indian stock market benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty 50, are likely to open on a tepid note on Friday, tracking weak global market cues.

The trends on Gift Nifty also indicate a negative start for the Indian benchmark index. The Gift Nifty was trading around 25,613 level, a discount of nearly 43 points from the Nifty futures' previous close.

On Thursday, the Indian stock market witnessed a stellar rally, extending gains for the second consecutive session, with the benchmark Nifty 50 closing above 25,500 level.

The Sensex jumped 862.23 points, or 1.04%, to close at 83,467.66, while the Nifty 50 settled 261.75 points, or 1.03%, higher at 25,585.30.

Here's what to expect from Sensex, Nifty 50, and Bank Nifty ...