New Delhi, May 7 -- India's equity benchmarks ended in the red on Tuesday, 6 May, weighed down by escalating tensions between India and Pakistan and weak global cues ahead of the US Federal Reserve's policy decision.

The market opened on a positive note with a gap-up, but early optimism faded quickly as geopolitical concerns took hold, triggering a sharp sell-off in the first half of the session. The spike in India VIX reflected rising investor nervousness.

Unlike recent sessions that saw late-day recoveries, Tuesday's action remained subdued after the initial fall. Indices moved sideways through midday with no meaningful bounce, as selling pressure persisted across key sectors and broader market sentiment remained weak.

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