Indian equity benchmarks recorded their worst session in two weeks on Monday, dragged by private-sector lenders and consumer stocks, while a slew of strong earnings from state-controlled banks helped limit more losses.

Dear Trader… Indian equity benchmarks ended lower for the third consecutive day on Monday, amid selling in Finance, Capital Goods, Banking and FMCG stocks. Key gauges had a weak start and selling was accentuated throughout the session, as traders remained cautious with a private report that in view of inflationary