India, Aug. 21 -- India Stock Market Today (August 21, 2026): Indian benchmark indices are trading marginally higher in a volatile session on Friday, August 21, 2026, after both the Nifty and Sensex ended their multi-day losing streaks in the previous session. As of late morning, the NIFTY 50 stood at 24,255.45, up 0.10%, while the BSE SENSEX was at 77,616.87, also gaining 0.10%. The market remains cautious, with the 24,250-24,360 zone emerging as an important near-term resistance area for the Nifty. A sustained move above this week's high of 24,360 could improve investor sentiment. On the downside, the index continues to find support around 24,000, while Thursday's session also saw it hold above its 100-day moving average (100-DMA). Mean...