Stock markets open in red, Sensex tanks 234 points, Nifty declines 60 points to 25,085 in early trade

The equity benchmark indices opened in red for the second consecutive day amid week global cues on Friday. In the opening bell, the 30-share BSE Sensex declined 233.98 points to 81,967.18. Meanwhile, the Nifty was also down by 60 points to 25,085.10 points.