The Indian rupee weakened by 27 paise to 90.95 against the US dollar during early trading on Friday, pressured by a stronger American currency and rising crude oil prices amid heightened geopolitical tensions.
Forex traders noted that heavy selling in domestic equity markets also added to the downward pressure on the local unit.
In the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 90.94 and slipped to 90.95 against the greenback in initial deals, marking a decline of 27 paise from its previous close.