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Indian stock market crashes as West Asia conflict spooks investors; Nifty crashes 2.6 per cent
Updated On: 23 March, 2026 06:00 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Sensex and Nifty plunged sharply as escalating US-Iran tensions triggered a global market sell-off. Rising crude oil prices, FII outflows, and concerns over Strait of Hormuz disruptions added pressure, while volatility surged and broader markets saw deeper losses
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Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty plummeted on Monday amid the concerning West Asia conflict.
Indian equities on Monday remained under pressure, witnessing a sharp sell-off as escalating tensions between the US and Iran weighed on global sentiment.
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