Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty tumbled over 2 per cent on Friday as investors resorted to profit-booking following a two-day rally, amid weak global cues.

Ongoing tensions between the US and Iran continued to weigh on market sentiment, fuelling concerns over any near-term de-escalation.

The downturn was further aggravated by rising crude oil prices, a weakening rupee against the US dollar, and sustained foreign fund outflows.

The 30-share BSE Sensex tumbled 1,690 points to close at 73,583, while the 50-share NSE Nifty tanked 486 points to settle at 22,819.

From the Sensex pack Reliance Industries, InterGlobe Aviation Limited, Bajaj Finance, State Bank of India, Eternal Limited and HDFC Bank were the top losers, whereas Tata Consultancy Services, Bharti Airtel and Power Grid Corporation were the only gainers.Stock markets dive over 2 pc amid geopolitical uncertainties, rising crude prices

Published on March 27, 2026