Indian equities extend slide as crude and bond yields rattle outlook; Infosys, HDFC Bank, Bajaj Auto and Maruti among key movers
Indian shares fell sharply on Thursday as persistent strength in crude oil and multi-year highs in bond yields deepened investor anxiety over the 2026–27 growth and fiscal outlook. The Nifty declined 0.88% and the Sensex lost 0.79%, while broader markets weakened and volatility spiked, underscoring a risk-off tone across the market.
