The markets closed in the positive terrain on the triple witching day on high turnover. It was trading flat for major part of the day but gained some strength in the last leg. In terms of cues Asia ended strong and Europe was trading with good gains.

Cement stocks were the star performers in today's trading session. Power, banking and telecom stocks ended higher. However select auto, metal, and heavyweight ONGC ended weak. Nifty June series ended flat. Broader markets were trading strong and held out their gains.

New listing Meghmani Organics ended up 39% at Rs 26.40 versus issue price of Rs 19.

Sensex was up 73.51 points or 0.51% at 14504.57, and the Nifty up 18.05 points or 0.42% at 4282.

About 1406 shares have advanced, 1125 shares declined, and 73 shares are unchanged.