India, June 15 -- Indian equity markets witnessed strong buying interest on Monday, with benchmark indices opening sharply higher amid improving global sentiment. Positive developments in the Middle East, including reports of a peace agreement involving Iran, boosted investor confidence and reduced concerns over energy supply disruptions.

The strong rally significantly boosted investor wealth, with the combined market capitalisation of BSE-listed companies rising by nearly Rs 8 lakh crore to approximately Rs 470 lakh crore, driven by broad-based buying and improving global risk appetite

Indian benchmark indices witnessed a strong gap-up opening on Monday amid improving global sentiment. The Nifty surged 1.7 percent to hit an intraday h...