Indian benchmarks remained largely flat today, with strong market breadth offsetting declines in IT stocks and a weakening rupee.

- IT stocks saw declines, mirroring a global tech selloff driven by AI spending concerns.

- Crude oil futures fell below $78, supported by ongoing US-Iran peace talks.

- The Rupee weakened against the US dollar, extending its decline for the day.

- Vedanta shares dropped significantly after a large block deal saw over 100 million shares change hands.

- Midcap and smallcap stocks like Kirloskar Oil Engines, Syrma SGS Tech, and APAR Industries posted strong gains on positive company-specific news.