**Opening Bell: Indian Indices Slide on Global Cues and Earnings Volatility** Indian equity benchmarks, the Sensex and Nifty, opened lower on Monday as investor sentiment turned cautious. The negative opening was driven by two primary factors: * **Global Trade Headwinds:** Renewed concerns regarding escalating global trade tensions dampened risk appetite. * **Corporate Earnings:** Mixed financial results from major companies contributed to market uncertainty. Consequently, market participants adopted a defensive stance during the early trading session.