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Indian equity markets witnessed a steep decline as benchmark indices BSE Sensex and NSE Nifty 50 plunged amid escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Investor sentiment weakened due to surging crude oil prices, persistent foreign capital outflows, and depreciation in the rupee. The downturn reflects broader global market instability, with risk aversion dominating trading behavior. Analysts indicate that continued uncertainty in international markets, coupled with macroeconomic pressures, could sustain volatility in the near term.

India’s benchmark equity indices ended modestly higher after a volatile trading session, with the Sensex and Nifty gaining around 0.5 per cent. Early optimism drove sharp intra-day rallies, but gains were pared as concerns over rising fuel-driven inflation tempered investor sentiment.

India’s equity markets witnessed a sharp downturn as investor wealth eroded by Rs. 12.87 lakh crore in a single trading session, reflecting heightened global uncertainty and rising energy prices. The benchmark BSE Sensex plunged over 3 percent, marking its steepest decline in nearly two years. The sell-off was triggered by escalating geopolitical tensions in West Asia, which drove crude oil prices sharply higher, intensifying inflationary concerns.

India’s benchmark equity indices rebounded strongly on Monday after three consecutive sessions of sharp declines, driven by renewed investor interest in blue-chip banking stocks. The BSE Sensex climbed 938.93 points, or 1.26 percent, to close at 75,502.85, while the NSE Nifty rose 257.70 points, or 1.11 percent, ending the day at 23,408.80. Market participants engaged in value-buying after the recent correction, particularly in large-cap companies.