India, Aug. 3 -- Stock Market Today Live Updates: Indian benchmark indices opened strongly today, with the Nifty 50 surging 0.69% to 24,552.95 and the BSE Sensex gaining 0.72% to 78,658.01. The rally was fueled by easing Middle East tensions and a sharp drop in crude oil prices, with 14 of the 16 major sectoral indices registering gains at the opening bell.

India Stock Market Performance (August 3, 2026): NSE Nifty, BSE Sensex Opened Higher

India's benchmark stock market indices opened sharply higher on Monday, performing better than other major Asian markets. Investor confidence improved after crude oil prices fell sharply, while continued buying by foreign institutional investors (FIIs) and stronger domestic economic conditions suppor...