Mumbai, June 2 -- Indian stock markets kicked off the fresh week on a negative note, weighed down by global concerns despite strong domestic GDP figures.

The benchmark indices slipped in early trade on Monday, with investor sentiment dampened by renewed tariff threats from U.S. President Donald Trump.

The Nifty 50 index opened at 24,669.70, registering a decline of 81.00 points or 0.33 per cent. Similarly, the BSE Sensex also opened lower at 81,214.42, down by 236.59 points or 0.29 per cent. The indices decline further in early trade.

The pressure came amid Trump's announcement to revise tariffs on steel and aluminium, reigniting fears of a trade war and economic strain.

Market experts noted that while India's macroeconomic fundamenta...