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Sensex Tanks 1,048 Points as West Asia Conflict Spooks Investors; India VIX Jumps 25%

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Indian stock markets witnessed heavy selling pressure on Friday as intensifying conflict in West Asia triggered panic across global equities. The benchmark BSE Sensex plunged 1,048 points, while the Nifty 50 also recorded steep losses.

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Volatility Gauge Spikes

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The India VIX, often referred to as the market’s fear index, surged 25%, indicating rising uncertainty and expectations of sharp price swings in the near term.

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Sectors Under Pressure

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Banking, IT, auto and metal stocks led the decline, with heavyweights witnessing broad-based selling. Rising crude oil prices and concerns over inflation weighed on sentiment, given India’s dependence on energy imports.

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Global Cues Add to Worries

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Asian and European markets also traded lower amid fears of prolonged geopolitical instability. A spike in oil prices and safe-haven buying in gold further dampened risk appetite.

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What Lies Ahead?

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Market experts caution that volatility may persist until clarity emerges on geopolitical developments. Investors are advised to remain cautious, avoid panic selling, and focus on fundamentally strong stocks for long-term portfolios.

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Analysts note that sustained escalation could impact inflation, currency stability and foreign investor flows, making global developments a key trigger for domestic markets in the coming days.