“Nifty has to hold above 18,250 zones for an up move towards 18,444, then 18600 zones, whereas supports are placed at 18,188 and 18,000 zones,” said Chandan Taparia of Motilal Oswal. Analysts said the positive chart pattern, like higher tops and bottoms continued on the daily chart, and Nifty is currently in line with the formation of a new higher bottom formation.