NTPC extended its morning rally to build up gains of 2.30 per cent by the close on Tuesday. At 3.19 pm the share was trading at Rs 135.75 against Rs 132.70 at close overnight.

Power Grid Corporation also charged up to hold gains of 2.21 per cent at Rs 131.80 against Rs 128.95 at close last evening.

ACC advanced 1.97 per cent to trade at Rs 1,425.95. The share had closed the overnight session at Rs 1,398.40.

M&M rolled up 1.96 per cent to quote at Rs 1,232.55 against Rs 1,208.85 at close yesterday.

Hindalco Industries shed part of its gains to trade at Rs 82.25. This was up 1.61 per cent on its Monday close at Rs 80.95.