<h1>Rupee Drops 26 Paise to 86.57/USD Amid Global Risk Concerns and Strong Dollar Demand; RBI Measures in Focus.</h1> The rupee fell by 26 paise to close at 86.57 against the US dollar, affected by global risk concerns due to tariff threats from the US President. The rupee faced pressure from continuous foreign fund outflows and strong demand for the dollar, particularly from oil importers. Analysts noted that rising US treasury yields and foreign institutional investor outflows contributed to the decline, although falling crude oil prices provided some relief. The Reserve Bank of India's liquidity measures and upcoming Federal Open Market Committee meeting are key factors being monitored. The US dollar index increased, while domestic equity markets saw gains.