Mumbai, Jan. 13 -- The domestic equity benchmark indices opened in the green on Tuesday despite global uncertainty triggered by US President Donald Trump's continued weaponisation of tariffs, including the latest threat of imposing duties on countries trading with Iran.

Positive sentiments in domestic markets were supported by recent comments from the US Ambassador indicating progress on the trade deal with India.

The Nifty 50 index opened at 25,846.65, registering a gain of 56.40 points or 0.22 per cent, while the BSE Sensex opened at 84,122.92, up by 244.75 points or 0.29 per cent.

VK Vijayakumar, Chief Investment Strategist at Geojit Investments, said geopolitical developments and President Trump's actions will continue to influence...