The Indian stock market recorded a sharp surge on Friday, with Sensex and Nifty rising more than 1% each to extend gains for the second consecutive session. This came as in-line earnings from IT heavyweight TCS, positive global cues and other factors boosted investor sentiment.
The Sensex jumped 828 points to close at 77,569, while the Nifty 50 advanced over 244 points to end the session at 24,206, extending gains for the second consecutive session. The rally added nearly Rs 6 lakh crore to the combined market capitalisation of all BSE-listed companies, taking it to nearly Rs 482 lakh crore.
Here are today’s top gainers on Nifty
