Mumbai, Sept. 2 -- The Indian stock market opened on a positive note on Tuesday, supported by strong economic indicators that have boosted investor sentiment, though tariff challenges continue to weigh on the outlook.

The benchmark Nifty 50 index opened at 24,665.15, gaining 40.15 points or 0.16 per cent, while the BSE Sensex started the day at 80,559.31, up by 194.82 points or 0.24 per cent.

The market mood has improved from last week as a series of robust economic data points have strengthened confidence in India's growth story.

Ajay Bagga, Banking and Market Expert, told ANI, "A good macro backdrop and a strong PMI number for August sets a positive tone for Indian markets. US tariffs and continued FPI outflows are expected to be off...