Mumbai, India — January 27, 2026
Indian equity markets opened on a positive note on Tuesday, with benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty trading in the green during early hours. Investor sentiment remained cautious as markets witnessed volatility shortly after opening.
In early trade, the 30-share BSE Sensex rose 137.11 points, or 0.17 percent, to 81,674.81, while the NSE Nifty climbed 61.30 points, or 0.24 percent, to 25,109.95, briefly moving past the key 25,100 level.
Markets Turn Volatile During Session
Despite the positive opening, the markets saw selling pressure during intraday trade. The Sensex later slipped 417.68 points to 81,120.02, while the Nifty dropped 111.10 points to 24,937.55, reflecting cautious investor sentiment amid mixed global cues.
Rupee Recovers Against US Dollar
In the currency market, the Indian rupee strengthened by 10 paise against the US dollar in early trade. The rupee recovered from its record low levels, trading at 91.80 per dollar, supported by early gains in domestic equities.
Market Outlook
Market participants remain watchful amid ongoing global uncertainties and domestic economic signals. Analysts expect continued volatility through the session, with investors tracking global markets, currency movement, and sector-specific cues.
