Rupee falls 11 paise to 96.36 against US dollar amid US-Iran tensions, rising crude

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The Indian rupee declined against the US dollar amid rising crude oil prices and escalating US-Iran geopolitical tensions. Indian stock markets faced early losses, though foreign institutional investors remained net buyers, and the Reserve Bank of India implemented support measures.

The Indian rupee opened lower on Wednesday, facing pressure from rising crude oil prices. Geopolitical tensions and demand for safe-haven assets also weighed on the domestic currency. The Reserve Bank of India's measures are helping to cushion the rupee's decline. Meanwhile, Indian stock markets experienced a downturn in early trade. Foreign institutional investors remained net buyers of equities on Tuesday.