The Nifty ended today with a 0.15% drop at 24,399, while the Sensex dropped by 0.02% at 80,065; two dozen constituents of the Nifty 50 closed in the negative territory.

The Sensex closed the day with a loss of 931 points, or 1.15 percent, at 80,220.72, while the Nifty 50 settled at 24,472.10, down 309 points or 1.25 percent.

The Grey Market Premium (GMP) for Hyundai Motors indicates a downward trend ahead of its listing next Tuesday, potentially leading to a flat debut.

The TCS results signalled a possible decline in IT companies' revenue and profits.

Tata Group stocks have shown significant growth this year, registering a 15.4% surge in collective market capitalisation since June.

RBI's announcement initially boosted stock markets but the gains were pared back later in the day

Exit poll results, persistent foreign outflows, and monetary policy concerns continue to pose significant risks.

Momentum indicators point to a continued downtrend, with the Nifty trading below its short-term moving averages.

The Sensex ended 808.65 points or 0.98 percent lower at 81,688.45 while the broader Nifty fell 200.25 points or 0.8 percent to 25,049.85.

In the first hour of trading on Friday, the Sensex fell to a low of 82,051.86 and climbed to a high of 82,649.15.