The Sensex recorded a decline of 100.68 points, opening at 72,171.26, while the Nifty experienced a drop of 39.60 points, starting at 21,702.30. This downward trend set the tone for the day's trading activity, prompting investors to closely monitor market movements.
The NSE Nifty 50 managed to rise 10.50 points (0.21 per cent) to settle at 21,741.90, while the BSE Sensex recorded a marginal gain of 31.68 points (0.04 per cent) to reach 72,271.94.
Kameshwar Chaupal, a member of the Ram Janmbhoomi Teertha Kshetra on Monday refuted the competition regarding the selection of idols of Ram Lalla, to be installed in the grand Ram Temple in Uttar Pradesh's Ayodhya.
Indian stock indices started off the New Year marginally in the red, extending losses from the previous session, primarily attributable to profit booking after a stellar cumulative performance in 2023. High valuations, as analysts pointed out, too, are a concern.
Particularly in December, they made a beeline to invest in Indian stock markets, with a cumulative accumulation of Rs 66,135 crore. To put it into context, the entire year saw an inflow of about Rs 171,107 crore, and notably, over one-third of it came in December.
Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt. General K.T. Parnaik (Retd.) urges armed forces to reinforce the sense of security amongst the local population and be involved in the developmental process.
Indian stock indices settled 2023 last active trading session marginally in the red, largely due to profit booking and subdued global cues. Sensex and Nifty settled 0.2 per cent lower each on Friday.
The day commenced with a dazzling surge, with Sensex surging by an impressive 275.62 points, unveiling itself at an extraordinary 72,323.34. In tandem, Nifty painted a picture of optimism, marking a spirited rise of 75.25 points and kicking off the trading day at an electrifying 21,737.70.
The Sensex soared past the remarkable milestone of 72,000, while Nifty outperformed by surpassing 21,600. These impressive gains translated to a substantial rise of 18.62 per cent for the Nifty50 and a commendable 17.4 per cent increase for the Sensex over the course of the year.
Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Wednesday slammed the Congress after Sam Pitroda raised questions about the Ram Mandir, saying Ram Mandir Pran Pratishtha is "creating a sense of loss, gloom and dread in the Indian National Congress."
EAM Jaishankar said India and Russia have benefited enormously from the relationship that the two nations share and added that the developments in various sectors, including trade, investment and military-technical cooperation showcase a good sense of importance that New Delhi attaches to