New Delhi, Dec. 31 -- Indian equity benchmarks concluded today's trading session on a cautious and subdued note, as persistent selling pressure continued to weigh on investor sentiment. Nifty 50 ended virtually flat, edging 0.01% lower to close at 25,938.85, while Sensex slipped 20 points to settle at 84,675.08.

Market activity reflected a lack of strong directional conviction, with participants adopting a selective and defensive approach. Market breadth remained firmly negative, as only 17 stocks advanced against 33 declines within Nifty 50 universe, underscoring broad-based selling pressure across sectors.

Although selective buying interest was observed in a limited number of stocks, it proved insufficient to counterbalance the overal...