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Akshara Srivastava

Akshara Srivastava

Akshara Srivastava

Akshara Srivastava tracks the Indian consumption story at Business Standard. From fast-moving consumer goods (FMCGs) to offline retail and luxury, along with hospitality and travel, Akshara has a deep interest in uncovering the trends and nuances shaping consumer behaviour across these sectors. She also writes about the Ministry of Consumer Affairs and FSSAI.

Akshara Srivastava tracks the Indian consumption story at Business Standard. From fast-moving consumer goods (FMCGs) to offline retail and luxury, along with hospitality and travel, Akshara has a deep interest in uncovering the trends and nuances shaping consumer behaviour across these sectors. She also writes about the Ministry of Consumer Affairs and FSSAI.

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Chalet Hotels to acquire Westin Resort & Spa, Rishikesh for Rs 530 crore

The company will acquire a 100 per cent stake in Mahananda Spa and Resorts, a wholly owned subsidiary of Mankind Pharma Limited

Chalet Hotels to acquire Westin Resort & Spa, Rishikesh for Rs 530 crore
Updated On : 10 Feb 2025 | 8:23 PM IST

30% total sales from online delivery, says Ikea India CEO Pulverer

The company has already piloted same-day deliveries in the Hyderabad market, and is planning to launch it in other markets it operates in

30% total sales from online delivery, says Ikea India CEO Pulverer
Updated On : 10 Feb 2025 | 7:45 PM IST

Swiss luxury watchmaker Rado eyes double-digit growth in India this year

India became the brand's largest market in 2023 as exports to China declined due to the slowdown

Swiss luxury watchmaker Rado eyes double-digit growth in India this year
Updated On : 07 Feb 2025 | 11:35 PM IST

ITC Q3 results: Net profit drops 7.5% to Rs 4,935 crore, revenue rises 8%

Early signs of recovery in urban demand, says ITC

ITC Q3 results: Net profit drops 7.5% to Rs 4,935 crore, revenue rises 8%
Updated On : 06 Feb 2025 | 11:58 PM IST

FMCG sector grew 10.6% in December quarter, says NielsenIQ India

In the same period last year, the sector recorded a growth of 6.5 per cent. It witnessed a growth of 5.6 per cent in the September quarter this year, up from 3.5 per cent in the June quarter

FMCG sector grew 10.6% in December quarter, says NielsenIQ India
Updated On : 06 Feb 2025 | 11:46 PM IST

India presents Rs 7,500 cr premiumisation opportunity for Nestle: CMD

Hopes tax benefits in Budget 2025 will spur consumption, sales

India presents Rs 7,500 cr premiumisation opportunity for Nestle: CMD
Updated On : 04 Feb 2025 | 11:21 PM IST

PepsiCo records double-digit organic revenue growth in India in 2024

India posted a double-digit volume growth in both the convenient foods category and the beverages category

PepsiCo records double-digit organic revenue growth in India in 2024
Updated On : 04 Feb 2025 | 10:47 PM IST

Allied Blenders plans three luxury brands for larger market share

The company also announced its acquisition of a 51 per cent stake in Good Barrel distillery, which produced Rock Paper rum, thus foraying into a new category

Allied Blenders plans three luxury brands for larger market share
Updated On : 03 Feb 2025 | 10:41 PM IST

Hospitality sector gets a boost in Budget with tourism-focused measures

Experts say domestic, international, spiritual and medical tourism set to receive a significant boost

Hospitality sector gets a boost in Budget with tourism-focused measures
Updated On : 03 Feb 2025 | 1:06 AM IST

Budget 2025: Govt to develop top 50 tourist spots, streamline e-visas

The land for building key infrastructure in these destinations will be provided by states

Budget 2025: Govt to develop top 50 tourist spots, streamline e-visas
Updated On : 03 Feb 2025 | 1:00 AM IST

Budget 2025 to develop 50 tourist places, give Mudra loans to homestays

'Special focus' on destinations related to the life and teachings of Lord Buddha

Budget 2025 to develop 50 tourist places, give Mudra loans to homestays
Updated On : 01 Feb 2025 | 11:25 PM IST

Nestle India Q3FY25 results: Net profit rises 4.9% to Rs 688 crore

The company had reported a net profit of Rs 655.6 crore in the same period last year

Nestle India Q3FY25 results: Net profit rises 4.9% to Rs 688 crore
Updated On : 31 Jan 2025 | 10:40 PM IST

FMCG major Dabur to undertake price hikes in toothpaste, fruit juices

Company record net profit of Rs 522 crore, revenue rises 3.1% in Q3

FMCG major Dabur to undertake price hikes in toothpaste, fruit juices
Updated On : 30 Jan 2025 | 10:52 PM IST

De Beers plans to grow Forevermark revenue to $100 million by 2030

Forevermark, which went through an internal restructuring and shifted focus from supplying loose diamonds to companies to a jewellery label in the country

De Beers plans to grow Forevermark revenue to $100 million by 2030
Updated On : 29 Jan 2025 | 10:51 PM IST

Experiential travel a new avenue of strong growth: MMT Group CEO Magow

Magow said that growth in the travel and tourism industry is aided by a mindset shift, with people looking for new and unique experiences

Experiential travel a new avenue of strong growth: MMT Group CEO Magow
Updated On : 27 Jan 2025 | 11:57 PM IST

The Body Shop eyes Rs 1,100 crore revenue in India within 3-5 years

Local production and new price points to drive double-digit growth

The Body Shop eyes Rs 1,100 crore revenue in India within 3-5 years
Updated On : 27 Jan 2025 | 11:54 PM IST

Patanjali recalls 4 tonnes of red chilli powder over regulatory compliance

The development comes after the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) issued an order to the company to recall an entire batch of the product

Patanjali recalls 4 tonnes of red chilli powder over regulatory compliance
Updated On : 24 Jan 2025 | 10:26 PM IST

Republic Day weekend rush: Coldplay and Kumbh drive travel interest

Coldplay is set to perform two back-to-back shows at the Narendra Modi stadium in Ahmedabad over the weekend

Republic Day weekend rush: Coldplay and Kumbh drive travel interest
Updated On : 24 Jan 2025 | 9:59 PM IST

CCPA issues notices to Ola and Uber over differential pricing practices

CCPA seeks response from Apple regarding iPhone's alleged performance issues

CCPA issues notices to Ola and Uber over differential pricing practices
Updated On : 23 Jan 2025 | 11:51 PM IST

Fssai directs FMCG firm Patanjali to recall red chilli powder batch

In an exchange filing on Thursday, Patanjali stated it had received the order on January 16

Fssai directs FMCG firm Patanjali to recall red chilli powder batch
Updated On : 23 Jan 2025 | 8:16 PM IST