Indian stock markets on Tuesday witnessed a sharp decline on the first trading day of the new financial year. The fall came as investors reacted to global market concerns, especially the upcoming US reciprocal tariffs on April 2.

Dear Trader… The markets began the new financial year on a weak note, declining nearly 1.5% due to unfavorable global cues. Uncertainty surrounding the U.S. reciprocal tariff rates ahead of the April 2 deadline and its potential impact on global trade led to a negative opening, which worsened as the