Markets At Record High As Counting For Lok Sabha Polls Set To Begin

Exit polls have projected a big win for PM Modi, leading to markets soaring to record highs on Monday as investors were buoyed by expectations of sustained economic growth.

The stock futures edged higher and the rupee was steady as votes in the world's largest election were set to be counted today, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi widely expected to score a decisive mandate and a rare third term.

Exit polls have projected a big win for PM Modi, leading to markets soaring to record highs on Monday as investors were buoyed by expectations of sustained economic growth.

The voting results trends will start from 8 am.