New Delhi, Jan. 13 -- Indian stock indices settled marginally lower on Tuesday, due to persistent subdued market sentiments and profit booking by investors.

The Sensex declined 250.48 points (0.30 per cent) to close at 83,627.69, while the Nifty slipped 57.95 points (0.22 per cent) to 25,732.30.

Market action reflects the interplay between earnings-related reactions and global uncertainty, Ajit Mishra - SVP, Research, Religare Broking Ltd.

"Early optimism was supported by encouraging IT earnings and signs of progress in India-U.S. trade discussions, which lifted sentiment in the first half. However, the lack of follow-through and fresh selling in heavyweights across sectors capped the upside. Ongoing geopolitical and global trade conce...