Trading at Indian equities markets was sluggish today with a key index ruling just below its last closing figure after opening higher in the morning.

The sensitive index (Sensex) of the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) opened the day at 12,092.97 points higher than its previous close. About 15 minutes into trade, it was ruling at 12,100.79 points, 16.15 points or 0.13 percent lower than its previous close.