The Indian rupee is expected to open slightly weaker as risk‑off sentiment and continuous foreign equity outflows weigh on its outlook. The one‑month forward rate suggests an open around ₹88.60‑88.66 per U.S. dollar, near its previous close. Dealers note that the Reserve Bank of India has recently intervened to defend about ₹88.80, but broad‑based Asian currency weakness and a firmer dollar keep the rupee vulnerable. Import‑dollar demand adds pressure, and traders will closely watch central‑bank activity for clues on intervention tempo and currency direction.