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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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Offline, ecom, qcom platforms witness surge in N95 masks, purifier sales

Toxic air levels across northern India are pushing consumers to stock up on N95 masks, home and car air purifiers, driving a major surge in sales across e-commerce, quick commerce, and offline stores

Offline, ecom, qcom platforms witness surge in N95 masks, purifier sales
Updated On : 26 Nov 2025 | 4:56 PM IST

Chhattisgarh gets ₹6,826 cr investment proposals in industry, tourism

CM Vishnu Deo Sai meets investors, exchanges Letter of Intent

Chhattisgarh gets ₹6,826 cr investment proposals in industry, tourism
Updated On : 25 Nov 2025 | 10:23 PM IST

Apparel retailers set sights on double-digit growth as harsh winters set in

Value retailers, too, are hopeful of a strong winter season

Apparel retailers set sights on double-digit growth as harsh winters set in
Updated On : 25 Nov 2025 | 9:20 PM IST

Too early to gauge impact of consumption push, says Starbucks India

Tata Starbucks says macro softness still weighs on sales, even as the chain expands its footprint and reassesses its 1,000-store target amid real estate and market constraints

Too early to gauge impact of consumption push, says Starbucks India
Updated On : 21 Nov 2025 | 11:53 PM IST
Value retailers see single-digit growth on Black Friday, Singles Day sales
Updated On : 20 Nov 2025 | 10:28 PM IST

Budget 2026: Tourism & hospitality sector reiterate demand for infra status

Simplified visa process, increased marketing spend to boost FTAs

Budget 2026: Tourism & hospitality sector reiterate demand for infra status
Updated On : 20 Nov 2025 | 8:21 PM IST

HDFC Bank tops India's most valued brands for 2025, overtaking TCS

Zomato emerges fastest-rising brand for second year in a row

HDFC Bank tops India's most valued brands for 2025, overtaking TCS
Updated On : 19 Nov 2025 | 8:17 PM IST

Budget 2026: FHRAI seeks tax perks to drive hotel expansion beyond metros

Pre-Budget representations made to finance ministry, tourism ministry

Budget 2026: FHRAI seeks tax perks to drive hotel expansion beyond metros
Updated On : 18 Nov 2025 | 11:50 PM IST

GST transition sparks short-term FMCG demand dip in Sep quarter: Report

FMCG volumes eased to 5.4% in Q2 as GST transition caused a brief slowdown, though rural markets continued to outpace urban areas and overall sector growth stayed strong at 12.9%

GST transition sparks short-term FMCG demand dip in Sep quarter: Report
Updated On : 17 Nov 2025 | 9:12 PM IST

Biyani sisters' Foodstories sees triple-digit growth in 1st year of launch

Since the first store at Ambience Mall in New Delhi's Vasant Kunj, the chain has expanded to Bengaluru's Lavelle Road and Hyderabad's Banjara Hills

Biyani sisters' Foodstories sees triple-digit growth in 1st year of launch
Updated On : 16 Nov 2025 | 5:59 PM IST

IHCL to acquire 51% stake in wellness brand Atmantan for ₹240 crore

The transaction will entail a primary investment of Rs 205 crore and a secondary share purchase of Rs 35 crore

IHCL to acquire 51% stake in wellness brand Atmantan for ₹240 crore
Updated On : 14 Nov 2025 | 11:01 PM IST

Quick commerce feeds revenue appetite of packaged food companies

Taste for convenience serves up 50-100% growth for AWL Agri, Tata Consumer, Parle

Quick commerce feeds revenue appetite of packaged food companies
Updated On : 13 Nov 2025 | 11:24 PM IST

Jubilant FoodWorks' Q2 net profit jumps 1.9 times on strong Domino's growth

Jubilant FoodWorks delivered a standout Q2FY26 with profit up 190%, powered by Domino's expansion to 500 cities, strong delivery-led growth, and double-digit gains at Popeyes

Jubilant FoodWorks' Q2 net profit jumps 1.9 times on strong Domino's growth
Updated On : 13 Nov 2025 | 8:53 PM IST

Delhi markets slowly returning to normalcy after Red Fort blast

Bazaars reopen under watchful eyes as national capital balances fear, caution, and hope for revival this wedding season

Delhi markets slowly returning to normalcy after Red Fort blast
Updated On : 13 Nov 2025 | 10:08 AM IST

Blast in Delhi may hit tourism briefly as US, UK issue advisories

US, UK issue travel advisories as peak season kicks off

Blast in Delhi may hit tourism briefly as US, UK issue advisories
Updated On : 12 Nov 2025 | 11:48 PM IST

Business goes on in Delhi markets even as air quality hits severe levels

Even as Delhi's air quality remains in the severe category, traders say sales are steady and shoppers are adapting, with malls reporting strong footfalls despite marginal high-street dips

Business goes on in Delhi markets even as air quality hits severe levels
Updated On : 12 Nov 2025 | 1:55 AM IST

Online travel aggregator Ixigo integrates AI into core strategy for growth

Solutions for consumer pain points in travel to be first focus; monetisation to follow

Online travel aggregator Ixigo integrates AI into core strategy for growth
Updated On : 11 Nov 2025 | 11:18 PM IST

B9 Beverages founder assures employees that he will pay them their dues

Bira 91 maker's CEO Ankur Jain says proceeds from a planned asset sale will be used to clear unpaid salaries, PF dues, and revive operations amid investor disputes

B9 Beverages founder assures employees that he will pay them their dues
Updated On : 06 Nov 2025 | 9:56 PM IST

IHCL expects weddings, MICE to drive 10% growth in December quarter

Co. records 14th consecutive quarter of growth, net tumbles due to one-off gain

IHCL expects weddings, MICE to drive 10% growth in December quarter
Updated On : 04 Nov 2025 | 11:30 PM IST

MakeMyTrip sees surge in premium stays; Goa, Jaipur top domestic picks

MakeMyTrip's year-end campaign reveals a clear premiumisation trend, with one in three domestic travellers opting for 4- or 5-star stays and Goa, Jaipur, and Udaipur emerging as favourites

MakeMyTrip sees surge in premium stays; Goa, Jaipur top domestic picks
Updated On : 04 Nov 2025 | 9:39 PM IST