Sensex, Nifty close in the red amid global market turmoil

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 5 (ANI): Stock markets experienced a sharp decline on Monday reflecting widespread global trends.

The Sensex plunged by 2,222.55 points, closing at 78,759.40, while the Nifty fell by 662.10 points, ending the day at 24,055.60. Among the Nifty companies, only five advanced while 45 declined, underscoring the market's bearish sentiment.

Top gainers in the Nifty included Hindustan Unileve