Stock market today, April 17 -- The key domestic stock indices started Friday, April 17 session flat as a disappointing first-quarter outlook from IT firm Wipro dampened overall optimism regarding a potential peace agreement to resolve the Iran conflict.

As of 9:15 IST, the Nifty 50 decreased by 0.13% to 24,165.90, while the Sensex reflected a slight decline of 0.02% to 77,976.13.

Out of the 16 main sectors, seven experienced declines at the opening. In contrast, both the broader small-cap and mid-cap indices gained 0.3% and 0.2%, respectively.

Asian markets dropped by 1% as concerns over fuel supply and skepticism about the effectiveness of the upcoming U.S.-Iran peace discussions in alleviating disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz imp...