Stock market today, Sept. 26 -- Indian stock indices declined during a widespread sell-off on Friday, primarily driven by pharmaceutical shares following US President Donald Trump's announcement of a 100% tariff on branded and patented medications, while IT stocks dropped after Accenture's revenue forecast pointed to weak demand.

As of 11:28 IST, the Nifty 50 and the BSE Sensex both fell by 0.50%, reaching 24,758 . 20 and 80,752.81 points, respectively, and are set for their sixth consecutive day of losses.

On Thursday, Trump initiated a new wave of stringent tariffs on a wide array of imported products, including branded and patented medications as well as heavy-duty trucks, which will take effect on October 1.

The US represents sligh...