India, March 30 -- The Nifty 500 index has faced significant pressure over the past month, reflecting broader market concerns around slowing economic growth, high inflation, and tightening financial conditions. Investor sentiment has also been impacted by ongoing geopolitical tensions, including the Russia-Ukraine war, which has disrupted global supply chains, increased energy prices, and heightened uncertainty in international markets.

The rising tensions between Iran and Israel have escalated concerns over regional security, particularly affecting the strategic Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint through which nearly one-fifth of the world's crude oil passes. Any disruption in this narrow maritime route could sharply impact global...