Stock market today, Sept. 23 -- Indian benchmark indices traded higher on Wednesday, 22 September, supported by a decline in crude oil prices and easing concerns over the impact of elevated energy costs on the domestic economy. However, uncertainty surrounding the Middle East conflict continued to limit the market's gains.

The decline in oil prices provided some relief to India, which relies heavily on crude imports. Brent crude remained below the $100-a-barrel mark, helped by the restoration of supplies through a key Saudi Arabian pipeline in the Red Sea region.

Market sentiment also received some support from developments around the US-Iran conflict. US President Donald Trump on Tuesday warned of further military action against Iran w...