Market wrap: Top gainers and losers on NSE Nifty50 and BSE Sensex today

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Indian stock markets rose nearly 1%, driven by gains in IT stocks and easing crude oil prices. Positive India-Japan strategic agreements also bolstered investor confidence amidst some blue-chip weaknesses.

Indian stock markets surged on Thursday, with Sensex and Nifty climbing nearly 1%. A significant rally in IT stocks, coupled with easing crude oil prices and positive India-Japan strategic agreements, boosted investor confidence. Despite some blue-chip weakness, the market extended its upward trend, driven by technology shares and optimism surrounding new economic and defence pacts.