Stock market today: The NSE Nifty advanced by 159 points or 0.63 per cent, finishing at 25,219.90. The BSE Sensex rose by 539.83 points or 0.66 per cent, closing at 82,726.64. During trading hours, it reached a peak of 82,786.43, showing an increase of 599.62 points or 0.72 per cent.