Recoup day’s losses of 1,208 points on bargain hunt, end 1% higher; Key indices stage strong comeback on heavy buying in telecomstocks and encouraging domestic inflation data

BSE Sensex and Nifty50 bounced back more than 2 percent from the day's low amid ease in retail inflation and three-month high industrial growth at 3.5 percent in October. At close, the Sensex was up 843.16 points or 1.04 percent at 82,133.12, and the Nifty was up 219.60 points or 0.89 percent at 24,768.30.

Indian stock markets opened flat as consolidation continues; however, with the expiry date today, the markets may face some volatility.

The S P BSE Sensex gained 843.16 points to close at 82,133.12, while the NSE Nifty50 added 219.60 points to end at 24,768.30.