Indian benchmark indices closed lower on Friday, marking the fifth consecutive session of declines for the Sensex and Nifty 50.
The sustained sell-off was primarily driven by weakness in the automotive and metals sectors, which dragged broader market sentiment lower.
The Sensex also extended its losses, sliding more than 520 points in the previous session as selling pressure broadened across cyclical names.
The Nifty 50 has slipped below the critical 24,000 support level, a technical threshold that has drawn increased attention from traders monitoring the depth of the correction.
The Sensex also extended its losses, sliding more than 520 points in the previous session as selling pressure broadened across cyclical names.
Information technology stocks also contributed to the downward momentum, joining metals and autos in a broad-based retreat.
The persistent weakness suggests that investor caution remains elevated, with profit-taking and risk-off positioning likely fueling the extended downturn.