Indian equities markets fell at opening bell Thursday with a key index ruling 0.67 percent lower than its last closing figure.

The Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) Sensitive Index (Sensex) opened at 8,905.56 points, marginally higher than its 8,902.56 point close on Wednesday. About 10 minutes into trade, it was at 8,842.89 points, 0.67 per cent or 59.67 points lower than its previous close.