Sensex sheds 52 points at close

The Sensex ended with losses of 52 points at 9342. The Nifty closed 18 points lower at 2825.

NTPC up 5% at Rs 111 was the major gainer. HDFC Bank and Dr.Reddy's also posted significant gains.

On the other hand, Ranbaxy and Satyam down 3% each were the major losers.