Consistent buying in equities has driven markets to new record high once again on Tuesday as news of another promising coronavirus vaccine supported hopes of a quicker economic recovery. The Sensex breached 44000-levels for the first time in early trade. The BSE Sensex ended at 43,952.71, up 314.73 points or 0.72%. The Nifty closed at 12,874.20, up 93.95 points or 0.74%.