India’s Stock Markets Crash 13% as Middle East Tensions Rise

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India’s Stock Markets Crash 13% as Middle East Tensions Rise
India’s main stock indexes, the Sensex and Nifty, have fallen sharply in 2026. The Sensex is down over 13% and the Nifty has lost more than 10%, hitting retail investors hard. Monday’s trading added further losses, deepening the pain for everyday traders. The decline comes amid rising tensions in the Middle East, which have unsettled global markets. In a separate development, the southern state of Kerala faces the risk of landslides as monsoon rains continue. *This is a developing story. Follow for live updates.*