GIFT Nifty at 24,661: Futures trading about 6 points above Nifty's previous close, signaling a flat-to-marginally positive opening. Asian Markets Rally: Japan's Nikkei 225 up 1.38%, South Korea's Kospi up 1.06%, and Kosdaq surged 5.75%, providing a supportive global backdrop. US Market Strength: S&P 500 closed at a record high on Friday after a weaker-than-expected US jobs report eased rate hike fears.
