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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How govt's E85, E100 push tests India's ethanol supply and storage limits

India is preparing the ground for E85 and E100 fuels, but moving beyond E20 will depend on whether the country can produce enough ethanol, store it safely, and distribute it efficiently at scale

Updated On: 12 May 2026 | 8:26 PM IST

Govt revises release date for annual and Q4 GDP estimates to June 7

The ministry said the change was necessitated because some "critical datasets become available only after a lag of up to two months"

Updated On: 12 May 2026 | 7:30 PM IST

AI ads face ASCI test as draft rules target deepfakes, misleading claims

The guidelines also state that AI-driven paid or sponsored product suggestions would need to be specifically labelled as "sponsored by". ASCI has sought feedback by June 13

Updated On: 12 May 2026 | 4:48 PM IST

Donald Trump calls Iran proposal 'stupid' amid West Asia conflict

Speaking to reporters in the Oval Office, Trump reiterated that Iran would not be allowed to develop a nuclear weapon

Updated On: 11 May 2026 | 9:49 PM IST

Bengal CEO Manoj Agarwal appointed chief secretary by Adhikari-led BJP govt

Agarwal came into political focus during the Assembly elections after overseeing the Election Commission-mandated Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls

Updated On: 11 May 2026 | 8:50 PM IST

Govt says no shortage of fuel day after PM Modi's austerity appeal

A government official said India had sufficient crude inventories and that refinery operations were continuing without disruption

Updated On: 11 May 2026 | 5:10 PM IST

Vijay to become next Tamil Nadu CM as VCK backs TVK, oath on Sunday

Ending days of political suspense in Tamil Nadu, the Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) on Saturday extended unconditional support to Vijay-led TVK to form the government in the state

Updated On: 09 May 2026 | 9:09 PM IST

Why Musk's $60 billion Cursor bet is really about AI's 'last mile'

SpaceX has secured an option to acquire AI coding startup Anysphere for $60 billion, placing Elon Musk in the race to control how AI-powered software is built

Updated On: 07 May 2026 | 5:53 PM IST

Cabinet clears ₹18,100-cr credit guarantee scheme for aviation, MSMEs

Cabinet clears ₹365/qtl sugarcane FRP, ₹5,659 crore cotton mission

Updated On: 05 May 2026 | 7:21 PM IST

'Lotus blooms in West Bengal': PM Modi hails BJP's win in TMC bastion

Counting trends showed the BJP racing past the majority mark in the 294-member Assembly, signalling the end of the 15-year rule of the Trinamool Congress

Updated On: 04 May 2026 | 6:30 PM IST

EC orders repoll in 285 booths in Bengal's Falta on May 21; counting May 24

The Commission's decision effectively annuls the earlier voting in the constituency, with fresh polling now scheduled later this month

Updated On: 02 May 2026 | 11:18 PM IST

Diesel export duty at ₹23/l, ATF at ₹33/l; petrol stays nil: Govt

There is no change in excise duty on petrol and diesel meant for domestic consumption

Updated On: 30 Apr 2026 | 11:26 PM IST

Adani Enterprises Q4FY26 results: Net loss of ₹167 cr on depreciation costs

The company's total income for the quarter stood at ₹33,187.11 crore, up from ₹27,601.64 crore a year ago, according to its audited financial results

Updated On: 30 Apr 2026 | 4:32 PM IST

Exit polls predict UDF return in Kerala as LDF trails in tight race

Exit polls show a setback for the Pinarayi Vijayan-led LDF, strongly favouring the UDF, while the BJP remains on the margins

Updated On: 30 Apr 2026 | 10:07 AM IST

Exit polls: DMK seen retaining power in Tamil Nadu; NDA leads in Puducherry

Exit polls showed the DMK+ retaining power in Tamil Nadu with AIADMK+ trailing, while the NDA held an edge in Puducherry

Updated On: 29 Apr 2026 | 9:13 PM IST

Rajiv Bajaj to step down as Bajaj Finance director after end of term

The Bajaj scion will cease to be a non-executive director at the conclusion of the annual general meeting scheduled for July 30, 2026, at the close of business hours

Updated On: 29 Apr 2026 | 7:27 PM IST

Bajaj Finance Q4 FY26: Net profit rises 23% Y-o-Y to ₹4,840 crore

Profit before tax came in at ₹6,484.34 crore during the quarter, while total expenses were ₹11,946.30 crore

Updated On: 29 Apr 2026 | 6:03 PM IST

Adani Power Q4 FY26 results: Net profit jumps 64% Y-o-Y to ₹4,271 crore

Profit before tax came in at ₹4,383.98 crore, while total expenses were ₹11,605.11 crore during the quarter

Updated On: 29 Apr 2026 | 5:22 PM IST

UAE to exit Opec, Opec+, reiterates commitment to stable global oil markets

In a statement on Tuesday, the UAE said the move, effective May 1, 2026, aligns with its broader economic and strategic priorities, including increased investments in domestic energy production

Updated On: 28 Apr 2026 | 6:50 PM IST

India-New Zealand trade pact cuts fruit tariffs, boosts exports and visas

The agreement, concluded in December, will see New Zealand eliminate duties on all Indian exports, while India will reduce tariffs on 95 per cent of imports from the South Pacific nation

Updated On: 27 Apr 2026 | 4:46 PM IST