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Nifty, Sensex start week with modest gains

Indian stock markets started the fresh week on Monday with moderate gains, as both indices opened in the green; however, a sustained rally was not visible. The Nifty 50 index opened at 22,194.55, gaining 69.85 points or 0.32 per cent, while the BSE Sensex opened at 73,427.65, gaining 229.55 points or 0.31 per cent.