"investors"

Group chairman Rashesh Shah claimed its $890 million is the largest fund raise this year by any entity in India amid the severe economic impact of the pandemic, and will be deployed into projects

The moves came after data showed US retail sales rose more than expected last month.

The 30-share BSE index plummeted 1,066.33 points or 2.61 per cent to end at 39,728.41

The S&P 500 rose 1.6% to 3,534.22, with Big Tech stocks, including Apple and Microsoft, powering much of the gains.

"Going ahead, market is expected to remain positive but with sector/stock specific action. Investors would now track earnings season and watch out for management commentaries."