📉 Stock Market Live Updates: Sensex Cracks 1,800 Points; Auto & PSU Banks Lead the Slide

At 12:10 PM on 9 March 2026, the BSE Sensex plunged nearly 1,800 points, reflecting broad-based selling across the market. All major sectoral indices are trading in the red, with auto and PSU bank stocks emerging as the biggest laggards. The auto sector has slipped over 4.5%, dragging market sentiment lower. Key heavyweights Mahindra & Mahindra (

) and are both down around 5% in intraday trade. Adding to the pressure, Brent Crude prices have surged ~ $120 per barrel, the highest since 2022 following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Rising energy costs and global uncertainty are intensifying volatility in domestic equities today. 📌 Disclaimer: This content is for information only and not investment advice. Investments in securities market are subject to market risks. Read all the related documents carefully before investing. Please consult a SEBI-registered advisor before making any investment decisions.