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Nifty Slips to 23,800 as Sensex Crashes Nearly 2,000 Points: Trump’s Iran Warning and 5 Other Factors Behind the Fall

  The Indian stock market witnessed a sharp sell-off today, with the BSE Sensex crashing nearly 1,900 points and the NSE Nifty tumbling below the crucial 23,800 level. Investors watched in disbelief as gains from recent weeks evaporated in a matter of hours. Broader markets and most sectoral indices closed deep in the red, wiping out significant investor wealth. This isn't just another routine correction. Geopolitical jitters, particularly US President Donald Trump's strong remarks on Iran, triggered fresh fears of escalation in the Middle East, sending shockwaves across Dalal Street and global markets alike. Why Did the Stock Market Crash Today? A Quick Overview The benchmark indices opened weak and remained under pressure throughout the session. Heavy selling in banking, IT, auto, and energy stocks dragged the markets lower. The Sensex touched intraday lows not seen in recent weeks, while Nifty struggled to hold above key support levels. Midcap and smallcap indices also s...

Nifty Slips to 23,800 as Sensex Crashes Nearly 2,000 Points: Trump’s Iran Warning and 5 Other Factors Behind the Fall