New Delhi, Jan. 22 -- Domestic equity benchmarks opened higher on Thursday as investor confidence improved after US President Donald Trump rolled back tariff threats against European nations, citing a framework agreement on the Greenland issue.

Positive global cues, along with optimism around a potential India-US trade deal, supported early market gains.

The Nifty 50 index opened at 25,344.15, registering a gain of 186.65 points or 0.74 per cent. The BSE Sensex opened at 82,459.66, up by 550.03 points or 0.67 per cent.

Market experts said easing global trade tensions provided a key trigger for the rally.

Ajay Bagga, Banking and Market Expert, told ANI that India benefited from the global relief, but there was more driving sentiment. ...