Indian stock indices started the fresh week in the green, carrying over positive momentum from the past week's closing, possibly due to fresh buying on dips.
The Sensex opened 521.65 points down, starting at 72878.13, while the Nifty opened 134.15 points down at 22138.35. Among the Nifty companies, 13 recorded advances while 37 faced declines in early trading.
As per early indications, the Gift Nifty is pointing towards a gap-down start, trading around 22,460, nearly 140 points lower than the previous close of Nifty futures.
A growing number of Indians, mostly youth, are reaping dividends from India's growing financial markets, which is also adding to the growth. Also, global investors are also making a beeline to invest in India.