Sensex jumps 1,200 points in three days ahead of Iran war ceasefire expiry. key factors

Indian markets extended gains for a third straight session, supported by easing oil prices and optimism around US-Iran talks. Sensex and Nifty rose sharply, adding over Rs 8 lakh crore in market capitalisation. Broader markets and realty stocks led gains, while declining volatility signalled improving investor sentiment.