New Delhi, Oct. 24 -- The Indian benchmark indices registered modest gains on Thursday, extending their winning streak to a sixth consecutive session, although significant profit-booking trimmed an early rally. Nifty 50 closed 22.80 points (0.09%) higher at 25,891.40, and Sensex advanced 130.06 points (0.15%) to 84,556.40.

The market's early surge, which saw Nifty momentarily breach 26,100, was largely fuelled by optimism around a potential India-US trade deal and sustained buying from foreign institutional investors (FIIs).

The IT index was the standout performer (up ~2.2%), led by gains in giants such as Infosys following its buyback announcement. The rally's narrow focus warrants caution as investors look ahead to more Q2 earnings. ...