Mumbai, July 14 -- The Indian equity markets extended losses in Tuesday's trading session, with the Sensex falling over 560 points and Nifty settling at around 24,000 level. Investor sentiment weakened after escalating tensions in the Persian Gulf, sparked by intensified US-Iran attacks, pushed crude oil prices to a one-month high and led to widespread selling across sectors.

Sensex closed lower at 77,054.94, down 561.46 points or 0.72 per cent, likewise, Nifty ended in the red at 24,052.05, down 158.95 points or 0.66 per cent. Sensex hit an intraday low of 77,001.48 against the previous close of 77,616.40, while Nifty slid to 24,023.70 level during the day.

Sectorally, Nifty Realty, PSU Banks, Auto, Financial Services led major losses,...