The domestic equity benchmark indices extended their gains, ending higher for the second straight day on Friday led by strong buying in IT stocks. The easing crude oil prices and an appreciating rupee also boosted the investor sentiment.

Market indices recover from losses in early trade 

The 30-share BSE Sensex advanced 413.66 points, or 0.56 per cent, to settle at 74,729.27.  The 50-share NSE Nifty rose 148.80 points, or 0.65 per cent, to end at 23,146.15.