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Mumbai, April 15, 2025 — The Indian stock market extended its winning streak for a second straight session on Tuesday, with benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty 50 surging over 2% each, fueled by easing global trade tensions and positive domestic cues.

The BSE Sensex jumped 1,578 points (2.10%) to close at 76,734.89, while the Nifty 50 soared 500 points (2.19%) to settle at 23,328.55. The broader market outperformed benchmarks, with the BSE Midcap and Smallcap indices rising 3.02% and 3.21%, respectively.

Investors rejoiced as the overall market capitalization on the BSE rose by ₹10 lakh crore, pushing total valuation to nearly ₹412 lakh crore. The rally was supported by optimism over a pause in U.S. tariffs and signs of improved Indo-U.S. trade relations.

The India VIX, a measure of market volatility, plunged nearly 20% to around 16, reflecting investor confidence. Only one Nifty 50 stock, ITC, ended in the red, while top gainers included IndusInd Bank (up 6.67%), Shriram Finance (up 5.17%), and Tata Motors (up 4.61%).

All sectoral indices closed higher, with Nifty Realty leading the charge, gaining 5.64%. Meanwhile, Nifty Auto, Metal, Media, and Financial Services also posted strong gains.

Nearly 100 stocks hit 52-week highs, including Bharti Airtel and IndiGo, while 49 stocks touched new lows. Additionally, 10 stocks rallied over 20%, while 6 stocks fell more than 10%, reflecting a dynamic trading session.

Experts attribute the market momentum to easing inflation, rate cut hopes, and optimism ahead of the corporate earnings season.