New Delhi, Nov. 23 -- The combined market capitalisation of seven out of the ten most valuable Indian companies recorded a substantial rise last week, collectively adding Rs.1,28,281.52 crore to their valuation.

This upswing aligned with the broader positive sentiment in the equity markets, where the BSE benchmark index advanced by 669.14 points, or 0.79 percent, over the week. Among the top performers were Reliance Industries and Bharti Airtel, which stood out as the biggest contributors to the climb in market value.

Reliance Industries saw the sharpest increase, with its market valuation soaring by Rs.36,673 crore to reach Rs.20,92,052.61 crore, regaining its position as the country's most valuable company. Bharti Airtel followed clos...