- The key Indian stock indices, the Sensex and Nifty, closed higher by 0.23% and 0.10% respectively, led by gains in Bharti Airtel after it raised call charges. However, market sentiment remained cautious ahead of upcoming company results and an interest rate decision by the central bank next week. - Among sectoral indices, the Bank Nifty rose 0.48% while the IT and Midcap indices fell 0.21% and 0.88% respectively. - Technical indicators suggest the markets may consolidate in the near term with support at 6000 and resistance at 6100 for the Nifty.