Stock Market Close: Sensex Falls 849 Pts, Nifty At 24,712

Indian markets tumbled after news of a fresh 25% US tariff on Indian goods, effective August 27. Sensex fell 849 points to 80,786, Nifty dropped 256 to 24,712. Broader indices and sectors like Realty, Pharma, and Metal also declined. FMCG was the only gainer. India VIX rose 3.7%, signaling growing investor anxiety.