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Sensex and Nifty surged to all-time highs amidst expectations of a BJP-led NDA victory in the Lok Sabha Elections 2024. Exit polls suggest a third consecutive term for Prime Minister Narendra Modi, bolstering investor confidence.

Mumbai has surpassed Beijing and has become the new billionaire capital of Asia. According to the Hurun Global Rich List 2024, Mumbai has witnessed a surge in billionaires and had 92 new billionaires compared to 91 in Beijing. 

The domestic currency closed at a record low of 73.58, down by 24 paise or 0.33 per cent on Thursday, marking its third straight session of losses.

After a good run at the Indian box office, the Fox Star Studios is now planning to release the Ranbir Kapoor-starrer "Sanju" in other Asian markets, including China.