<h1>Indian equity markets rise 0.35% for fourth straight session on foreign inflows worth Rs 12,500 crore</h1> Indian equity markets extended gains for the fourth consecutive session, with benchmark indices rising approximately 0.35-0.36 percent. The rally was driven by foreign institutional investor inflows worth over Rs 12,500 crore, strengthening rupee, and declining crude oil prices. Banking and industrial stocks led the advance while some consumer and financial stocks lagged. Market analysts attributed the positive sentiment to Middle East ceasefire developments and reduced trade tension concerns. The central bank's recent policy rate cut and recommendations for banks to lower lending rates further supported investor confidence.