Akshita Singh

Akshita Singh

Akshita is working as a Senior Sub Editor at Business Standard and primarily contributes to the web desk. She has previously held positions in leading newsrooms such as India Today, ABP Live (Digital), and The Statesman. With a background in journalism from the University of Delhi, where she was conferred the University Medal in MA (Journalism), her approach has always been rooted in authenticity. After covering fast-paced news and social media trends, she now looks forward to exploring stories through the lens of economics, business, and finance, leaving no stone unturned.

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Jio, NSE IPOs near launch: Which shareholders stand to gain most?

Who stands to make the biggest gains when India's two most anticipated IPOs finally hit the market?

Updated On: 22 Jun 2026 | 4:13 PM IST

China opens domestic stock markets to qualified foreign firms for listing

China will support eligible foreign-invested enterprises seeking listings on domestic stock exchanges

Updated On: 22 Jun 2026 | 12:44 PM IST

Decoded: What is 'sunset clause', why India may seek one in US trade deal?

Why is India considering a sunset clause in its proposed US trade deal? Here's what the provision means and how it could help New Delhi navigate tariff uncertainty

Updated On: 22 Jun 2026 | 12:39 PM IST

Bengal has broken its shackles, says PM Modi in first visit since polls

Addressing the Paschimbanga Divas celebrations in Tarakeswar, Modi said the atmosphere in the state reflected a sense of change and renewed optimism

Updated On: 20 Jun 2026 | 5:39 PM IST

Eastern India is emerging as a gateway to progress: PM Modi in Odisha

PM Modi said eastern India is becoming a growth hub as he laid foundation stone of projects worth over Rs 47,600 crore in Odisha and highlighting the state's investment momentum

Updated On: 20 Jun 2026 | 3:51 PM IST

India-UK trade pact: What changes for autos, whisky, textiles, steel

Here are the key takeaways from the India-UK trade deal, from lower tariffs on cars and Scotch whisky to duty-free textile access, social security relief for professionals and steel export safeguards

Updated On: 18 Jun 2026 | 9:26 PM IST

Net direct tax collections rise 14.6% to ₹5.21 trn till June 17 in FY27

Gross direct tax collections increased 12.46 per cent to ₹6.1 trillion from ₹5.4 trillion recorded a year earlier

Updated On: 18 Jun 2026 | 8:40 PM IST

If India comes under attack, US will help: Trump at briefing with PM Modi

Trump also offered condolences over the deaths of three Indian sailors in recent US military strikes

Updated On: 17 Jun 2026 | 10:30 PM IST

India still has a demographic dividend. Can it create enough jobs?

India's fertility rate has fallen below replacement level, but the bigger question is whether the economy can create enough jobs and raise productivity before ageing pressures build

Updated On: 15 Jun 2026 | 9:08 AM IST

Despite Tehran's denial, Trump says US-Iran deal to be signed Sunday

In a post on Truth Social, Trump said the agreement would prevent Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon and would lead to the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz

Updated On: 13 Jun 2026 | 10:37 PM IST

Ather Energy in talks for post-IPO ₹2,500 crore fundraise: Report

The electric two-wheeler maker is expected to begin the fundraising process as early as July and could raise the funds through multiple instruments

Updated On: 13 Jun 2026 | 7:04 PM IST

Can foreign bond inflows strengthen the rupee and lower yields now?

Can foreign bond inflows strengthen the rupee and lower yields? Experts say yes, but only at the margin, with domestic and global factors playing a larger role

Updated On: 12 Jun 2026 | 8:01 AM IST

India to remain fastest growing economy at 6.6% in FY27, says World Bank

The Bank also cut its estimates for global economic growth to 2.5 per cent due to the West Asia crisis; India seen growing at 6.6 per cent in FY27 and 7.2 per cent in FY28

Updated On: 11 Jun 2026 | 9:35 PM IST

NCLT admits SBI's plea to start insolvency process against Anil Ambani

The Mumbai bench of the NCLT admitted SBI's application seeking recovery of more than Rs 1,200 crore from Ambani under provisions of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code

Updated On: 11 Jun 2026 | 6:08 PM IST

Attacks must cease, says MEA as 3 Indians die in strike off Oman coast

India summoned US Charge d'Affaires Jason Meeks and conveyed its strong objection over an attack on a commercial tanker carrying 24 Indian crew members off the coast of Oman

Updated On: 11 Jun 2026 | 4:16 PM IST

Defence ministry signs ₹449 crore deal for 20 indigenous Navy GNSS jammers

The induction of the systems will support the safe operation of Indian Navy vessels in complex operational conditions

Updated On: 10 Jun 2026 | 10:21 PM IST

India Inc hails PM Modi as he becomes the longest-serving elected PM

Prime Minister Modi achieved the milestone on Wednesday, surpassing the record of India's first prime minister, Jawaharlal Nehru

Updated On: 10 Jun 2026 | 10:20 PM IST

Govt considering extending duty relief on petrochemical imports beyond June

The exemption, announced earlier this year, covers 40 petrochemical products used for making plastics and pharmaceuticals and is currently valid through June 30

Updated On: 09 Jun 2026 | 8:49 PM IST

Delhi-NCR truck scrappage plan: Can replacing old vehicles clean air?

Experts say targeting old trucks and buses could cut transport emissions significantly, but broader action on dust, industry and other pollution sources will remain crucial

Updated On: 04 Jun 2026 | 11:17 AM IST

Oyo's parent Prism gets Sebi nod for ₹6,650-crore public listing: Report

Prism had submitted its draft IPO papers to Sebi through the confidential filing route in late December 2025

Updated On: 03 Jun 2026 | 5:22 PM IST