Sensex up over 65 points in early trade

October 16, 2012 09:39

The BSE benchmark Sensex today rose over 65 points in early trade on sustained buying by funds and retailers amid a firm trend in Asian regions.

The 30-share barometer, which had gained 38.37 points in the previous session, rose further by 65.66 points, or 0.35 per cent, to 18,779.21, led by oil and gas, realty and power sectors stocks.

Similarly, the wide-based National Stock Exchange index Nifty moved up by 17.50 points, or 0.31 per cent, to 5,704.75.

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