In terms of weekly performance, the Sensex and Nifty ended higher, marking their longest winning streak since July. The Sensex rose 0.5 per cent over the week, while the Nifty gained 0.37 per cent. Market capitalisation for BSE-listed companies rose by Rs 1.3 trillion, reaching Rs 459.4 trillion.

On a weekly basis, Nifty and Sensex gained up to 0.5 per cent signalling a move out of the consolidation zone.

The BSE Senex plunged 943.10 points, or 1.16 per cent, to 80,346.86. The Nifty declined 284.75 points, or 1.16 per cent, to 24,263.95. All except Bharti Airtel declined from the Sensex pack.