<h1>Indian markets slip after two-day rally as global risk-off mood hits Sensex, Nifty and key sectors</h1> Benchmark Indian indices opened lower after a two-day rally, tracking weak global markets. The BSE Sensex fell about 285 points and the NSE Nifty dropped around 83 points in early trade, following declines in major Asian indices and negative closes in key US benchmarks. Several large-cap financial and infrastructure stocks underperformed, while select auto and consumer companies gained. Foreign and domestic institutional investors were net buyers the previous session, indicating continued capital participation despite heightened volatility. The movements reflect global risk-off sentiment and increased market risk, relevant to securities regulation, trading strategies, and risk disclosures for investors.