Mumbai, Feb. 25 -- The Rupee on Tuesday heavily down 49 paise to close at 87.19 on brisk demand for US Dollar related to derivatives expiry, dealers at the Forex Market said.

The local unit slid 17 paise at 86.88 in the opening session, later it further dropped and crossed the 87 level to finish at 87.19, sinking 49 paise as compared to its last close.

The Rupee recorded intra-highs and lows at 86.84 and 87.21 respectively, the dealer added.

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