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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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Forevermark opens 1st flagship store in Delhi, plans 100 outlets by 2030

Forevermark targets metros and tier II cities with affordable luxury focus

Forevermark opens 1st flagship store in Delhi, plans 100 outlets by 2030
Updated On : 24 Sep 2025 | 8:10 PM IST

9kt to free coins: Gold retailers craft offers to keep festival shine

With gold climbing past ₹1 lakh, jewellers balance budgets and tradition through discounts and exchanges

9kt to free coins: Gold retailers craft offers to keep festival shine
Updated On : 23 Sep 2025 | 11:21 PM IST

Coca Cola bottler SLMG eyes high single-digit growth despite tepid quarters

SLMG Beverages expects high single-digit growth in 2025 despite weak quarters, eyes Rs 9,000 crore revenue in FY26 and Rs 20,000 crore by FY32 amid expansion plans

Coca Cola bottler SLMG eyes high single-digit growth despite tepid quarters
Updated On : 22 Sep 2025 | 11:31 PM IST

JP Nadda meets Amar Colony retailers as new GST rate cuts take effect

JP Nadda visited Amar Colony market as new GST rates came into effect, urging retailers to pass on benefits to consumers and promote Swadeshi products this festive season

JP Nadda meets Amar Colony retailers as new GST rate cuts take effect
Updated On : 22 Sep 2025 | 7:45 PM IST

Race against time: Travel bookings to US spike after Trump's visa diktat

The US move to hike H-1B visa fees to $100,000 triggered a surge in last-minute bookings to the States, though officials later clarified the rule applies only to new applicants

Race against time: Travel bookings to US spike after Trump's visa diktat
Updated On : 21 Sep 2025 | 11:03 PM IST

Govt eases GST price label rules, scraps mandatory advertisements

Businesses can skip re-stickering and use old stock until March 2026

Govt eases GST price label rules, scraps mandatory advertisements
Updated On : 18 Sep 2025 | 11:30 PM IST

IHCL wants to become 'superstar' of India's hospitality sector, eyes growth

The Tata group's hospitality arm recorded its 13th consecutive quarter of record performance in June this year, with a 19% increase in consolidated net profit (to ₹296 crore) and a 32%ump in revenue

IHCL wants to become 'superstar' of India's hospitality sector, eyes growth
Updated On : 18 Sep 2025 | 10:13 PM IST

FMCG companies can drive growth by leveraging brand equity: Report

Worldpanel by Numerator says FMCG firms must leverage brand equity to expand into high-growth categories and win new consumers

FMCG companies can drive growth by leveraging brand equity: Report
Updated On : 18 Sep 2025 | 11:29 PM IST

Ethnic wear brand Taneira expects 'really good' sales in festival season

Titan Company brand expects bridal lehengas and more wedding dates this year to help its growth plans

Ethnic wear brand Taneira expects 'really good' sales in festival season
Updated On : 18 Sep 2025 | 12:13 AM IST

Prices of premium TV sets to go down 8%: Sony India MD Sunil Nayyar

Festival season demand to grow by 10% and TV prices come down by 7.8%

Prices of premium TV sets to go down 8%: Sony India MD Sunil Nayyar
Updated On : 17 Sep 2025 | 11:47 PM IST

FMCG majors cut prices as firms pass on GST benefit to consumers

Mother Dairy, Hindustan Unilever and others announced price cuts across dairy, foods, ice creams, soaps and shampoos, as GST benefits are passed on to consumers from September 22

FMCG majors cut prices as firms pass on GST benefit to consumers
Updated On : 16 Sep 2025 | 10:55 PM IST

FMCG retailers bag big discounts ahead of GST rate shift on September 22

FMCG majors offer 4-20% discount on a range of products, these discounts are valid until September 21

FMCG retailers bag big discounts ahead of GST rate shift on September 22
Updated On : 15 Sep 2025 | 11:32 PM IST

Orkla India gets Sebi nod for IPO; parent of MTR Foods, Eastern Spices

Orkla India, the parent of MTR Foods and Eastern Spices, has received SEBI approval for its IPO involving the sale of 2.28 crore equity shares by promoter and shareholders

Orkla India gets Sebi nod for IPO; parent of MTR Foods, Eastern Spices
Updated On : 15 Sep 2025 | 9:03 PM IST

Swiss timepiece brands on the clock to meet India's luxury appetite

With rising wealth and young buyers, India emerges as a top growth market for Swiss luxury watch brands

Swiss timepiece brands on the clock to meet India's luxury appetite
Updated On : 14 Sep 2025 | 10:51 PM IST

Contractors, hoteliers push for GST fixes, clarity on input tax credit

Urge CBIC to implement a special GST payment mechanism

Contractors, hoteliers push for GST fixes, clarity on input tax credit
Updated On : 11 Sep 2025 | 11:36 PM IST

Delhi restaurants gear up for packed houses for India-Pakistan clash

Restaurants in Delhi report strong buzz for the India-Pakistan Asia Cup clash, with special offers and screenings expected to drive turnout despite muted promotions

Delhi restaurants gear up for packed houses for India-Pakistan clash
Updated On : 11 Sep 2025 | 9:32 PM IST

H&M marks 10 years in India with launch of new beauty product line

H&M is launching its beauty line in India on October 2 with 200 products across make-up, fragrances, and beauty tools as it marks 10 years of operations in India

H&M marks 10 years in India with launch of new beauty product line
Updated On : 11 Sep 2025 | 1:24 PM IST

Consumer industry executives ask government to monitor price changes

Industry bodies highlight issues in GST implementation, seek further clarity

Consumer industry executives ask government to monitor price changes
Updated On : 11 Sep 2025 | 10:04 AM IST

Steve Waugh-backed Australia Essence launches nine luxury brands in India

Australia Essence debuts nine Australian luxury brands in India spanning wellness, lifestyle, food and beverages, betting on the rise of aspirational premium consumers

Steve Waugh-backed Australia Essence launches nine luxury brands in India
Updated On : 10 Sep 2025 | 11:50 PM IST

Any tweak in US student visa policy may dent biz: Yatra CEO Shringi

Corporate travel spike and pro-travel govt policies likely to come as a boost

Any tweak in US student visa policy may dent biz: Yatra CEO Shringi
Updated On : 10 Sep 2025 | 11:41 PM IST