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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.
Global major open to investing in more travel cos in India
Heavy rainfall and an extended monsoon dragged down beverage sales for Coca-Cola, PepsiCo, Varun Beverages, and Dabur during the September quarter as consumer demand softened
The Big Fat Indian Wedding just got fatter, with labels from Biba to Taneira moving up value chain to tap into bridal boom
Hotel industry sustains growth momentum in September 2025 as room rates and occupancy rise despite a traditionally slow quarter; Bengaluru and Hyderabad emerge top performers
GST impact of ₹100 crore in September quarter, says CEO
Around 90 employees have written to multiple ministries alleging unpaid dues, PF and TDS violations, and non-payment of gratuity, urging an immediate probe
Radico Khaitan's net profit jumps 73% to Rs 139.5 crore in Q3FY26 as white spirits like vodka and gin outpace brown spirits in driving premiumisation
PepsiCo bottler Varun Beverages enters the alcoholic drinks space via a Carlsberg partnership in Africa, even as extended monsoons keep India volumes flat in Q3CY25
Despite a 37% rise in revenue to Rs 282.7 crore, ixigo slipped into a Rs 3.4-crore loss in Q2FY26 amid higher costs; buses and flights led growth
The dairy company's Rs 9-crore investment marks its entry into the healthy dessert segment, with an option to raise stake to 71% by March 2026
AICPDF urges distributors to stop pursuing company sales targets as grievances over working capital, damages, and trade practices remain unaddressed
More Indians are choosing trips based on beauty rituals, skincare treatments and access to cult products, driven by personalisation and tech-led travel planning
Electronics retailers report a sharp rise in footfalls and bulk buying as consumers rush to brands like Philips, Dyson and Eureka Forbes amid worsening air quality
Firm's Q2 net profit surges 74%; outlook for H2 upbeat
Advance bookings will automatically lead to price adjustments in the year end, says CEO Rajesh Magow
The region is expected to nearly double its branded hotel supply by 2030, with more than 3,000 new rooms in the pipeline
From Dubai to London, Indian hospitality majors like Leela, Taj, and Oberoi are stepping up their international presence to tap into high-spending global travellers
The air quality index (AQI) in the city spiked, prompting many to leave the city for a short while, to resorts outside, or even to places with better AQI such as Corbett, Bhimtal, and Dehradun
"In India, volumes declined as our business was impacted by inclement weather," Henrique Braun, chief operating officer at the Coca Cola Company told analysts on a post results call on Tuesday
Bira91 faces liquidity and operational challenges as revenue drops and losses widen; company seeks $100M funding to restart production and pay employees