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Equity indices surrendered early gains to shut in the red for the third session, weighed by selling in banking and finance sectors
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Domestic financial markets, including stock exchanges and the forex market, will remain closed on Thursday for Mahavir Jayanti and Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar Jayanti.
On Wednesday, equity indices surrendered early gains to shut in the red for the third session, weighed by selling in banking and finance sectors in the midst of inflationary tensions and persistent foreign fund outflows.
Rupee was weak and dull global cues likewise held purchasing sentiment under control, said the traders.
The 30-share BSE Sensex opened on a firm balance however failed to hold on the momentum, completing 237.44 points or 0.41 per cent lower at 58,338.93.
Similarily, the more extensive NSE Nifty plunged 54.65 points or 0.31 per cent to close at 17,475.65.