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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.
Indian travel firms are suspending bookings to Turkey and Azerbaijan following the countries' statements on India's military action against Pakistan
The government won't hesitate to invoke the provisions of Essential Commodities Act, 1955 to check speculative activities, hoarding and black marketing, a senior official said
Operation Sindoor and fears of escalation prompt cancellations, travel advisories, and concerns for both leisure and business travel across northern India
The FMCG firm will phase out underperformers like Vedic Tea and Dabur Vita while investing in core and premium products to fuel long-term growth amid a weak demand climate
Tourists hesitant to visit America due to frequent policy changes there
India's leading hospitality chain to invest over ₹1,200 crore in FY26
Experts say errant establishments could face contempt of court proceedings
Araiya Hotels, Hyatt and Airbnb are expanding in India as GenZ travellers seek authentic, spiritual, adventure and wellness experiences, driving demand for unique stays
The company had launched a pilot programme in January this year across 100 company-serviced hotels in select cities such as Delhi, Gurugram, Hyderabad, and Bengaluru
The Maha Kumbh Mela, considered the world's largest in-person gathering, saw an estimated 660 million attendees in 2025
The company has identified institutions as a large vector of growth in the coming years. Institutions like colleges, hospitals, hotels etc currently make up a small fraction of the company's revenue
With budgets under strain, shoppers are turning to old jewellery to meet new needs
9,000 register for Amarnath Yatra in 10 days, but first dropouts already in, according to tour operators
International business reports 11% revenue growth
Analysts at Bloomberg, who track standalone figures, had estimated a net profit of ₹885 crore for the quarter. The company had reported a net profit of ₹934 crore in the same period last year
Tata group jeweller expands 18 kt line; trims making charges
Travellers reschedule trips beyond peak season; hill states set to benefit
Proposal to be part of recommendations to govt; move aimed at protecting kirana retailers
Acquisition plan shines a spotlight on soul food's growing market power
States pitch religious, spiritual, wellness, sports, farm, and wine tourism circuits