New Delhi, June 27 -- The Indian stock market weathered twists and turns in June but staged a strong comeback, bringing the frontline indices just steps away from reaching new record highs.

The Nifty 50, after hitting a one-month low of 24,473 on June 13, the day Israel attacked Iran's nuclear sites, has since added 1,076 points, or 4.4%, reaching 25,549, the highest level of 2025. It is now just 2.7% away from its September peak of 26,277.

Its peer, the Sensex, has also gained 3,505 points from the June 13 lows, climbing to a 2025 high of 83,755. The index is now just 2.6% away from breaking its September peak of 85,978.

Despite a lack of progress on the India-US trade deal, escalating tensions in the Middle East, and sharp volatility...