The Nifty slipped below 24,000, closing at 23,913 amid monthly F&O expiry and profit booking. Analysts suggest a gradual up-move could continue if crude oil prices remain soft, but geopolitical risks from US-Iran tensions are likely to keep investors cautious.

Indian benchmark indices closed higher on Friday, buoyed by private banking stocks and a strengthening rupee. Analysts suggest a crucial resistance at 23,800-23,900; failure to…

Gift Nifty at 24,050 signals a gap down opening of about 70 points for Nifty at open.