Sensex, Nifty Dip Amid Volatility; Mid, Smallcaps Shine

• Indian markets closed lower on January 14, with Sensex down 244.98 points (0.29%) at 83,382.71 and Nifty down 66.70 points (0.26%) at 25,665.60.
• Weakness in auto, IT, and realty sectors offset gains in metal, PSU banking, and oil & gas stocks.
• Broader indices, BSE Midcap and Smallcap, outperformed the main indices, ending in the green.
• The market will be closed on January 15 due to municipal corporation elections in Maharashtra.
• Over 150 stocks hit a 52-week low, including ITC, Godrej Properties, and Dixon Technologies.

Why It Matters: Indian markets saw a volatile session with Sensex and Nifty closing lower, while mid and smallcaps gained.