Sensex Jumps 186 Points as Asian Markets Rebound on Monday

Indian equity benchmarks opened in the green on Monday, with the <b>Sensex</b> jumping 186 points and the Nifty rising 30 points. This positive start follows a cautious close during the special Diwali Muhurat trading session held on Sunday. During the 70-minute Muhurat window, the Nifty 500 closed at 23,456.95, while the India VIX spiked over 12% to 17.47. Global cues remained mixed, with Brent crude easing to $97.67 and Asian markets showing a strong rebound, including a 3.3% surge in the Nikkei 225. Analysts suggest that defensive sectors like pharma and insurance may outperform as volatility remains elevated. Investors are now watching if the Sensex can sustain its gains above key resistance levels to restore broader upside momentum for the week.