Indian equity benchmarks ended higher for a second straight session on Monday, lifted by banking stocks, although gains were capped by losses in metals.

Dear Trader… Firm trade continued over the Dalal Street in early today deals, with both Sensex and Nifty trading near their intraday high points, despite weak cues from other Asian markets. Sentiments remained optimistic amid a private report stating that an overwhelming majority of multinational companies (MNCs) operating in India