Sensex, Nifty, Stock Price Highlights: Indian equity markets closed higher on Wednesday, with the Nifty 50 gaining 117.80 points, or 0.50%, to close at 23,446.80, while the BSE Sensex rose 299.17 points, or 0.40%, to close at 74,828.25, as signs of stronger domestic growth momentum and softer crude prices supported investor sentiment.