Equity investors lose Rs 5.27 lakh crore as domestic markets slump

Indian stock markets experienced a significant downturn, mirroring the decline in Adani Group stocks following accusations of fraud and bribery in the US. The BSE Sensex plummeted over 422 points, wiping out ₹5.27 lakh crore of investor wealth. Adani Ports suffered the most, hitting the lower circuit limit. Other Adani Group stocks also witnessed substantial losses.