<h1>Rupee Gains 17 Paise to 86.95 Against USD Amid Lower Dollar Index and Eased Crude Oil Prices</h1> The rupee appreciated by 17 paise to settle at 86.95 against the US dollar, driven by a decline in the US currency index and easing crude oil prices. Despite this, volatile domestic equity markets and foreign capital outflows due to global tariff uncertainties impacted the currency. The rupee had previously ended lower after a three-day rally. The dollar index dropped by 0.36%, and Brent crude remained low despite a 2% rise. Analysts suggest that government bonds, central bank measures, and lower oil prices have supported the rupee, with expectations of further influence from upcoming economic data.