MUMBAI: The Indian equity markets posted moderate gains on Tuesday, rising for the third consecutive session, supported by strong Q3 earnings data from select companies.
At the closing bell, the Sensex gained 208 points, or 0.25 per cent, to settle at 84, 065. The Nifty surged 67 points, or 0.26 per cent, to close at 25, 935.
The broader markets posted stronger gains than benchmark indices, as the Nifty Midcap 100 index added 0.49 per cent, while the NSE Smallcap 100 surged 0.38 per cent.
Shares of microcap companies were in demand, as the Nifty Microcap 250 index gained 1 per cent, outperforming the benchmark indices for the second straight day amid strong earnings results in the December 2025 quarter (Q3FY26).