Sensex Today | Nifty 50 | Stock Market Live Updates: Sensex plunges over 700 points, Nifty below 24K; IT index slumps 6% (opens original article in a new tab)

Indian markets show positive momentum with Sensex and Nifty rising, while Asian shares hit record highs amid easing geopolitical tensions and lower oil prices. Sebi proposes margin trading rule changes, and GIFT Nifty signals a muted start.

• Analysts expect Indian equities to maintain positive momentum due to US-Iran MoU and easing crude oil prices
• GIFT Nifty signals a muted start with a 0.11% increase to 24,015
• Asian stocks hit record highs amid optimism over Strait of Hormuz reopening and lower oil prices
• Sebi proposes changes to margin trading rules to strengthen risk management