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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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Spice brand MTR's owner Orkla exploring IPO in 2025, says top executive

The company is looking to expand its play in the international market-with a focus on Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries

Spice brand MTR's owner Orkla exploring IPO in 2025, says top executive
Updated On : 20 Sep 2024 | 10:19 PM IST

IT major TCS retains position as India's most valuable brand: Kantar

With a brand value of $49.7 billion, TCS has seen a 16 per cent rise compared to last year, driven by investments in innovation, particularly in artificial intelligence (AI) and digital transformation

IT major TCS retains position as India's most valuable brand: Kantar
Updated On : 19 Sep 2024 | 11:59 PM IST

FMCG CEOs raise concerns over GST, ease of doing biz at World Food India

Executives discussed range of issues with ministers at World Food India event

FMCG CEOs raise concerns over GST, ease of doing biz at World Food India
Updated On : 19 Sep 2024 | 8:52 PM IST

French wine & spirits maker Pernod Ricard raises India bar on premium play

Working to get back to Delhi market soon, says India CEO

French wine & spirits maker Pernod Ricard raises India bar on premium play
Updated On : 18 Sep 2024 | 9:56 PM IST

Cost of convenience: Restaurants list higher prices in online menus

Consumers are generally paying more while ordering food from online platforms and apps compared to eating at the same restaurant from which they order online

Cost of convenience: Restaurants list higher prices in online menus
Updated On : 16 Sep 2024 | 12:37 AM IST

Helios partners with U-Boat, aims for 45% growth in India's watch market

Company will introduce 41 styles and eyes 45 per cent growth during festive season

Helios partners with U-Boat, aims for 45% growth in India's watch market
Updated On : 13 Sep 2024 | 11:51 PM IST

Samsung to lay off over 200 employees in India across various divisions

An industry source said the layoffs are part of a global restructuring exercise and not necessarily related to performance of any particular segment or market

Samsung to lay off over 200 employees in India across various divisions
Updated On : 12 Sep 2024 | 7:09 PM IST

From Parle Products to Dabur, consumer firms load up for festival blitz

Mobilise production, inventory to ride seasonal wave

From Parle Products to Dabur, consumer firms load up for festival blitz
Updated On : 08 Sep 2024 | 10:43 PM IST

Will keep introducing innovations in beverages and food: Tata Starbucks CEO

The coffee penetration in the country is around 14-15 per cent, and at a cafe level, around 25 per cent for the affluent section

Will keep introducing innovations in beverages and food: Tata Starbucks CEO
Updated On : 06 Sep 2024 | 10:33 AM IST

LT Foods strengthens RTC, organic product lines for double-digit growth

The main markets for the company's organic range are Europe and America, which account for 85% of the brand's sales

LT Foods strengthens RTC, organic product lines for double-digit growth
Updated On : 31 Aug 2024 | 12:36 PM IST

FSSAI orders removal of A1, A2 claims from milk, milk product marketing

Industry players supported the move, stating that it would lead to better transparency and accuracy in dairy product labelling

FSSAI orders removal of A1, A2 claims from milk, milk product marketing
Updated On : 22 Aug 2024 | 8:27 PM IST

Online vs offline retail: Industry divided over Piyush Goyal's comments

Raises debate over large e-commerce players eating into share of smaller offline retailers

Online vs offline retail: Industry divided over Piyush Goyal's comments
Updated On : 21 Aug 2024 | 11:17 PM IST

French retailer Decathlon to invest around Rs 900 cr in India in 5 years

Aims to take local sourcing up to 85% by 2026 from 68% currently

French retailer Decathlon to invest around Rs 900 cr in India in 5 years
Updated On : 21 Aug 2024 | 10:14 PM IST

Fssai launches project to check microplastic contamination in food

The Food and Agriculture Organization (Fao) had recently highlighted the presence of microplastics in common food items such as sugar and salt

Fssai launches project to check microplastic contamination in food
Updated On : 18 Aug 2024 | 5:37 PM IST

Thriving Indian pet care market provides big opportunity for FMCG majors

Godrej Consumer forays into sector with an investment of Rs 500 crore

Thriving Indian pet care market provides big opportunity for FMCG majors
Updated On : 16 Aug 2024 | 10:52 PM IST

Hotel bookings in 'suite' spot for Independence Day long weekend

Goa has witnessed a 166 per cent spike in bookings

Hotel bookings in 'suite' spot for Independence Day long weekend
Updated On : 13 Aug 2024 | 12:45 AM IST

Home convenience products, premiumisation trend fuel consumer goods' growth

Low penetration of major appliances presents expansion opportunity for industry

Home convenience products, premiumisation trend fuel consumer goods' growth
Updated On : 12 Aug 2024 | 7:35 PM IST

Normal monsoon to drive Dabur India's growth, says CEO Mohit Malhotra

Company to undertake price increases as consumers come back into consumption fold

Normal monsoon to drive Dabur India's growth, says CEO Mohit Malhotra
Updated On : 08 Aug 2024 | 10:57 PM IST

Revenue a second order effect over customer experience: Ixigo CEO

Online travel aggregator sets sights on doubling flight segment share and outpacing market growth

Revenue a second order effect over customer experience: Ixigo CEO
Updated On : 07 Aug 2024 | 9:26 PM IST

Global apparel major H&M to not seek discounts from Bangladeshi suppliers

Bangladesh, alongside China, is the largest production market for clothing for the group

Global apparel major H&M to not seek discounts from Bangladeshi suppliers
Updated On : 07 Aug 2024 | 9:25 PM IST