Technically, experts noted Nifty is approaching a crucial support zone of 21,800-22,000, where multiple indicators signal an important inflexion point.

The benchmark 10-year bond was quoted at 100.50 rupees, with the yield little changed at 6.7169% as traders watch for a weekly auction as well as domestic GDP growth data. The one-year overnight index swap rate was down 2 basis points at 6.25%, while the five-year swap rate dropped 2 bps to 6.00%.

The Sensex and Nifty fell nearly 2 per cent, driven by widespread selling as concerns about a potential global trade war and a slowing US economy unsettled investors. The market saw a total loss of Rs 8.