New Delhi, Aug. 14 -- Indian benchmark indices, the Sensex and Nifty, started Thursday's session on a mildly positive note, tracking gains in Asian markets. However, investor sentiment remained subdued ahead of upcoming Russia-U.S. discussions on the Ukraine conflict, in a week shortened by holidays.

At the opening bell, the BSE Sensex rose 91.09 points, or 0.11 per cent, to 80,631, while the NSE Nifty 50 climbed 30.40 points, or 0.12 per cent, to 24,649.75.

On the occasion of 79th Independence Day, Vinit Bolinjkar - Head of Research - Ventura, has recommended five stocks to buy with up to 75 per cent upside across sectors like Hospitality, retail/apparel, chemicals and infrastructure and engineering.

Royal Orchid Hotels (ROHL) is stra...