India, May 12 -- Indian stock markets witnessed a sharp rally on Monday morning as the Sensex jumped 1,793.73 points to 81,248.20, while the Nifty surged 553.25 points to 24,561.25. The stock markets opened for the first time since the India-Pakistan ceasefire understanding.

According to experts, despite the hostile environment caused by the recent conflict, Indian markets demonstrated remarkable resilience, ANI reported.

With the situation at the borders stabilising, investors returned to equities, driving a strong rally supported by robust inflows.

"Indian futures are pointing to a sharp 2 per cent up-move, as all the losses due to the India-Pak kinetic conflict are made up on the back of the cessation of active hostilities in the re...