The Indian equity benchmarks closed the week on a weak note, mirroring the global risk-off mood. The Sensex ended the day at 80,426.46, down 733 points or 0.90%, while the Nifty settled at 24,654.70, lower by 236 points or 0.95%. The Nifty Bank index also ended the session with losses of 1.08%.

Broader markets were no exception. The BSE Midcap index dropped 1.96%, and the BSE Smallcap index fell 2.05%, underperforming the frontline indices. Meanwhile, volatility rose sharply as the India VIX jumped 5.95%, signaling growing nervousness among investors.

Let’s take a look at the key highlights of today’s trading session –

Top gainers

Amid the overall market weakness, a few heavyweights managed to buck the trend. L&T gained around 3%, while Tata Motors , ITC , and Reliance al

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