The benchmark indices in India traded firm, up over half a percent, in early deals today(10th May 2021), tracking similar trends in other Asian markets.
The S&P BSE Sensex rose 300 points, or 0.6 percent, at 49,530 levels and the Nifty50 index topped the 14,900-mark. Dr Reddy's rose 2 percent and was the top Sensex gainer, followed by ONGC, Titan, and Kotak Mahindra Bank (all up 1%).
The Nifty sectoral indices were painted green, led by the Nifty Metal index, up 2.9 percent.
In the broader markets, the S&P BSE MidCap and SmallCap indices ruled 0.5 percent and 0.8 percent higher, respectively.
Twenty-two firms, including Chambal Fertilizers & Chemicals, Venky's, JMC Projects, and Zydus Wellness are slated to post their quarterly numbers today.