On September 6, 2011, Indian markets, led by gains in the oil & gas, banking, IT, and auto sectors, saw the BSE Sensex rise by 149 points to close at 16,863. Global markets were mixed, with U.S. stocks declining for a third consecutive day amid concerns over Europe's debt crisis. Significant corporate updates included the signing of a joint venture for a coal-fired power plant in Sri Lanka, alongside various investment announcements across sectors such as pharmaceuticals and automotive.