51.   The index had entered a consolidation phase after recording significant gains in recent weeks, he said.

52.   The market-mover Reliance Industries, Arvind Mills, Hindustan Lever, Hindalco, ITC Ltd., Telco and Tisco recorded gains, a dealer said.

53.   The market will see a strong correction in the first quarter of next year after recording significant gains in the last weeks of the year, said Tang.