MUMBAI: Indian stock markets opened on a positive note on Monday, supported by progress in trade talks between the United States and China.
Investors showed optimism after reports suggested that both countries are close to signing a deal to ease trade tensions.
The Sensex was trading at 84, 450, up by 239 points or 0.28 per cent, while the Nifty stood at 25, 874, gaining 79 points or 0.30 per cent.