Sensex and Nifty rise with FMCG and IT stocks leading

On August 21, the Indian stock market saw continued positive momentum, with the Nifty 50 index marking its fifth consecutive session of gains. The index closed at 24,770.20, up by 71 points or 0.29 percent. The Sensex also ended the day on a positive note, rising by 102 points or 0.13 percent to close at 80,905.30.