Indian stock markets ended marginally higher after a volatile but range-bound trading session, reflecting mixed cues across the broader market. Traders largely stayed cautious, with benchmark indices moving in a tight band through the day.
Market watchers said the Nifty is facing resistance near the 24,400 level, making that zone important for near-term direction. With the index struggling to move decisively above that area, stock-specific action remained the main driver of interest.
Among the key stocks in news, Maruti Suzuki, ITC, Vedanta, Swiggy and Reliance Industries drew attention on the back of separate company-related developments. Tata Steel was also among the names being closely tracked during the session as investors looked for fresh triggers.
Earnings are another major focus for the market, with Sun Pharma and Bajaj Finserv scheduled to announce their first-quarter results today. Their updates are expected to influence sentiment in their respective sectors as investors assess profit trends, demand conditions and management commentary.
