Sensex up 72pts, Reliance gains 1.5%

The Sensex, which touched a high of 9,176 in early deals, is now up 72 points at 9,158.

Satyam has advanced over 2% (Rs 14) to Rs 709.

Reliance Energy has gained 1.7% (Rs 10) to Rs 588. Tata Power is up 1.7% (Rs 7) at Rs 426.

Reliance has added 1.5% (Rs 12) to Rs 845. SBI is up Rs 11 at Rs 880.

Cement scrips are also trading with gains.