Sensex slips over 250 pts, Nifty slides below 25,000; auto and realty stocks drag

Indian equities extended their losing streak for the fifth consecutive session on Thursday, as continuous foreign fund withdrawals and U.S. visa restrictions weighed on investor sentiment. Broader market mood remained mixed — metals, energy, oil & gas, healthcare, and mid- to small-cap stocks posted gains, while autos, IT, realty, banks, FMCG, and financial services underperformed. Overall, sectoral trends reflected selective resilience amid sustained pressure on frontline indices. Investment in securities market are subject to market risks. Read all the related documents carefully before investing.