Indian equities benchmarks end on a positive note on Thursday, Following a widely expected rate hike by the Fed (US Federal Reserve) and consistent foreign support.

Dear Trader… Markets edged higher on the weekly expiry day and gained nearly a percent.  After the flat start, the Nifty future index gradually inched higher and settled closer to the day’s high at 18,294.65 levels.  Meanwhile, a mixed trend was witnessed on the sectoral front wherein financials and metal