- The Indian markets declined tracking weak global cues and disappointing domestic manufacturing PMI numbers. The Sensex ended 150 points lower and Nifty below 6K.
- Key factors contributing to the fall included a contraction in India's manufacturing PMI to its lowest level since 2009 and declines in sales reported by automakers like Bajaj Auto and Maruti Suzuki.
- Some stocks like Infosys gained on news of founder Narayan Murthy returning to an executive role, while others like CRISIL and GlaxoSmithKline rose on plans by parent companies to increase their stakes.