Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty are likely to see a higher start on September 12, tracking GIFT Nifty, which was hovering around 25,186.50.

In yet another range-bound session on September 11, the Indian equity markets ended higher with Nifty finishing above 25,000 for the first time since August 21.

The Nifty50 index extended its winning run on its 7th straight session, closing at 25,005.50, up 32.40 points or 0.13 percent, while BSE Sensex also extended its rally on its fourth day, closing at 81,548.73, up 123.58 points or 0.15 percent.

Broader indices underperformed the main indices, with BSE Midcap and smallcap indices finishing on a flat note.