New Delhi, Oct. 23 -- Indian stock markets commenced trading on Thursday with a notable surge, fueled by optimistic investor sentiment surrounding a potential trade agreement between the US and India.

The Nifty 50 index exceeded the 26,000 threshold for the first time since September 2024, starting the day at 26,057.20, an increase of 188.60 points or 0.73 percent. Its previous 52-week peak was 26,277.35.

The BSE Sensex also experienced a significant rise, opening at 85,154.15, which reflects a gain of 727.81 points or 0.86 percent, coming close to its record high of 85,478.25 achieved on September 27, 2024.

Analysts have credited the upswing to announcements of an upcoming meeting between US President Donald Trump and Prime Minister N...