Indian indices rose 0.4% as metals and auto stocks rallied, despite global trade concerns and select earnings disappointments.

• Metals jumped 1.7% on a weaker U.S. dollar, making commodities cheaper for global investors.
• Auto sector climbed 1.5% on strong TVS, Hero MotoCorp sales, and robust Q1 results.
• JSW Energy up 4% on Q1 profit; Dilip Buildcon gains 3% on metro project win; Federal Bank drops 5% on weak earnings.