Global cues, positive macros push equities higher for 8th day in row

The 30-scrip sensitive index traded at 62,188 points around 12.25 p.m., up 423 points or 0.68 per cent.

Besides, the NSE Nifty50 traded at 18,584 points, up by 107 points or 0.58 per cent.

"The Indian markets extended its winning run on the back of aggressive buying in metal and select IT and financial shares. Today, with a solid start, the markets are likely to continue their bull run, tracking advances in global markets," said Gaurav Garg, Head of Research at CapitalVia Global Research.