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The benchmark Sensex declined by nearly 412 points on Thursday, ending at 80,334.81, as selling pressure in banking, FMCG, and auto stocks intensified following escalating India-Pakistan tensions. The Sensex dropped 411.97 points, or 0.51%, with 23 of its 30 components closing in the red. The index had initially gained ground but lost momentum in the afternoon after selling emerged in select sectors, including FMCG and auto. The NSE Nifty also fell 140.60 points, or 0.58%, to close at 24,273.80.

The market downturn coincided with heightened cross-border tensions after the Indian Armed Forces thwarted Pakistani drone and missile attacks targeting several military locations across India. In retaliation, India struck Pakistani air defense systems. The global equity markets remained stable despite these tensions, supported by expectations of a US-UK trade deal and early signs of trade talks with China.