<h1>Rupee falls to 88.02 against US dollar amid trade tensions, lower oil prices and renewed foreign fund inflows.</h1> The rupee fell to 88.02 against the US dollar, pressured by trade tensions and global uncertainties; renewed foreign fund inflows and lower crude prices limited the decline. Domestic equities rose and FIIs bought, while foreign exchange reserves decreased. Concurrently, India stated it is broad-basing and diversifying energy sourcing after scrutiny over ongoing purchases of Russian petroleum, characterising energy procurement as a measure to safeguard consumer interests amid volatile markets.