Indian indices ended mildly higher amid L&T's strong results, cautious Fed outlook, and upgraded IMF growth forecasts.

• Sensex gained 143.91 points to 81,481.86; Nifty closed above 24,850 despite global trade and Fed-related uncertainties.
• IMF raised India’s GDP forecast to 6.4% for FY26-FY27; inflation estimates lowered on easing food prices.
• Nifty IT, FMCG outperformed; Realty, Media lagged; India VIX fell 2.77% as volatility expectations dipped ahead of the Fed meet.