New Delhi, April 26 -- Snapping a four-day winning streak, Indian stock indices closed sharply lower on Thursday, primarily due to risk aversion by investors amid weak global cues.

Sensex settled at 73,730.16 points, down 609.28 points or 0.82 per cent, while Nifty settled at 22,419.95 points, down 150.40 points or 0.67 per cent. Among the sectoral indices, Nifty bank, Nifty private bank, and Nifty financial services declined the most.

This Wednesday, Indian stock indices marked the fourth straight session of gains, largely due strong domestic economic indicators. Also, improved investor sentiment with the relative easing in tensions in the Middle East and declining oil prices supported the Indian stocks.

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