Stock Market Close: Sensex Falls 372 Pts, Nifty At 23,946

Indian equity markets closed sharply lower on Monday, with the Sensex falling 372 points settling at 76,728.37 and the Nifty50 ending at 23,946 amid renewed US-Iran tensions. Auto, IT, and PSU Bank stocks dragged indices lower. Pharma, Metal, and Healthcare sectors outperformed, while Auto, Chemical, and Oil & Gas stocks remained under pressure.