<h1>Rupee falls 26 paise to 85.66 against dollar amid foreign investor outflows and equity market weakness</h1> The rupee declined 26 paise to 85.66 against the US dollar in early trading due to foreign institutional investor outflows and weak domestic equity markets. The US increased pressure on trading partners regarding new deals before a deadline, warning of higher tariffs. However, a weaker dollar, lower crude oil prices, and increased forex reserves limited further losses. The domestic currency opened at 85.53 before sliding to 85.66. Market analysts expect the rupee to trade within 85.30-85.80 range, while equity markets also declined with foreign investors selling equities worth significant amounts.