India, July 20 -- Indian stock markets witnessed a sharp sell-off today as investors turned cautious amid weak global cues, rising crude oil prices, and escalating geopolitical tensions. The Nifty 50 declined 0.78 percent from the previous close of 24,334 levels, while the Bank Nifty fell 1.45 percent from the previous close of 58,521 levels.

The decline was led by heavy selling in banking stocks after Q1 earnings disappointed investors, while concerns over inflation, foreign fund outflows, and global market weakness further impacted sentiment. Here are the key reasons behind today's market fall.

Factors that might be fueling the sell-off today Bank stocks plunge after Q1 earnings The market decline was led by a sharp sell-off in heavyw...