Sensex extends gains to Day 2, ends 318 pts higher; Nifty near 18,400
Indian equity indices were propelled by optimistic global markets and the decline in domestic retail inflation. The bank, automotive and IT sectors led the gains. Among the Sensex stocks, Tata Motors, ITC, Tech Mahindra, HUL, L&T and Infosys were the top gainers. Nifty Realty recorded a 4.32% rise and Nifty PSU Bank rose 1.13%.
