Pharmaceuticals Holding Firm: Nifty Pharma was the sole sectoral gainer on Monday, up 0.75%, with Wockhardt and Zydus Life leading the pack as investors sought defensive plays.
Domestic Institutional Support: DIIs extended their buying streak to a remarkable 20 consecutive sessions, net purchasing ₹566.76 crore worth of equities on Monday, providing a critical floor under the market.