Sectorally, Realty surged 2.5% and Media gained 1.7%, while Auto, FMCG, IT, and Pharma slipped 0.5% each. Adani Ports, Axis Bank, HDFC Bank, BEL, and Asian Paints led the gainers, while Tech Mahindra, Cipla, Bajaj Auto, and M&M declined. Over 180 stocks hit fresh 52-week highs, reflecting strong momentum in select pockets. Technical charts suggest resistance near 24,000, with support around 23,850–23,730, keeping near-term bias cautious.
