1 min readNew DelhiUpdated: Apr 9, 2026 09:30 AM ISTThe Sensex dropped 0.31% to 77,319.33 while Nifty 50 fell 0.37% to 23,909.05. (File Image)After a sharp rally on Wednesday, Indian stock markets opened lower on Thursday after renewed Middle East tensions dampened hopes of lasting peace following the Iran-U.S. ceasefire.The Sensex dropped 0.31% to 77,319.33 while Nifty 50 fell 0.37% to 23,909.05.At 8.05 am, GIFT Nifty futures were trading at 24,010, indicating that Nifty 50 will open near Wednesday’s close of 23,997.35. © IE Online Media Services Pvt LtdTags:Nifty 50Sensex