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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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CCPA cracks down on online platforms using dark patterns to mislead

After receiving the notice earlier this year, the platform has tweaked its interface, allowing customers to choose whether they wish to donate or not

CCPA cracks down on online platforms using dark patterns to mislead
Updated On : 12 May 2025 | 11:30 PM IST

Chalet Hotels Q4FY25 results: Net profit jumps 50% to ₹123.8 crore

The hospitality firm posts 50.2 per cent rise in Q4 profit; acquires 15-acre beachfront land in North Goa to develop a 170-room luxury resort as part of expansion

Chalet Hotels Q4FY25 results: Net profit jumps 50% to ₹123.8 crore
Updated On : 12 May 2025 | 9:54 PM IST

FMCG firms ensure uninterrupted supply, tweak shifts near border areas

FMCG companies adjust factory schedules, push higher stocks and extend credit to distributors in conflict-affected states while ensuring staff safety and compliance

FMCG firms ensure uninterrupted supply, tweak shifts near border areas
Updated On : 12 May 2025 | 8:42 AM IST

Events-related travel to, within India hit amid rising Indo-Pak tensions

Several upscale hotels in New Delhi reporting cancellation or postponing of business meetings, conferences

Events-related travel to, within India hit amid rising Indo-Pak tensions
Updated On : 12 May 2025 | 12:11 AM IST

Domestic travellers redirect their travel plans to northeastern states

India-Pakistan tensions and IPL match suspensions are prompting travellers to cancel trips to border states and shift focus to the northeast, say industry executives

Domestic travellers redirect their travel plans to northeastern states
Updated On : 09 May 2025 | 9:01 PM IST

CCPA issues notices over illegal walkie-talkie sales on e-commerce sites

CCPA flags sale of walkie-talkies on digital platforms without frequency, licensing, or ETA compliance, calling it a violation of the Consumer Protection Act, 2019

CCPA issues notices over illegal walkie-talkie sales on e-commerce sites
Updated On : 09 May 2025 | 8:44 PM IST

India-Pak standoff: Indian travel firms take stand on Turkey, Azerbaijan

Indian travel firms are suspending bookings to Turkey and Azerbaijan following the countries' statements on India's military action against Pakistan

India-Pak standoff: Indian travel firms take stand on Turkey, Azerbaijan
Updated On : 08 May 2025 | 11:16 PM IST

Centre closely monitoring food prices amid India-Pakistan tensions

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

Centre closely monitoring food prices amid India-Pakistan tensions
Updated On : 08 May 2025 | 9:39 PM IST

Amid India-Pak tensions, foreign arrivals, domestic travel likely to dip

Operation Sindoor and fears of escalation prompt cancellations, travel advisories, and concerns for both leisure and business travel across northern India

Amid India-Pak tensions, foreign arrivals, domestic travel likely to dip
Updated On : 07 May 2025 | 11:38 PM IST

Dabur to drop weak products, targets double-digit growth by FY28

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

Dabur to drop weak products, targets double-digit growth by FY28
Updated On : 07 May 2025 | 11:01 PM IST

Indians likely to hit pause on US travel plans amid visa worries

Tourists hesitant to visit America due to frequent policy changes there

Indians likely to hit pause on US travel plans amid visa worries
Updated On : 06 May 2025 | 11:16 PM IST

Tata group's IHCL records 25% higher net profit for Q4FY25 at Rs 522 crore

India's leading hospitality chain to invest over ₹1,200 crore in FY26

Tata group's IHCL records 25% higher net profit for Q4FY25 at Rs 522 crore
Updated On : 05 May 2025 | 9:54 PM IST

Delhi restaurants refuse to budge on service charge despite HC order

Experts say errant establishments could face contempt of court proceedings

Delhi restaurants refuse to budge on service charge despite HC order
Updated On : 04 May 2025 | 11:21 PM IST

GenZ pushes hospitality firms to expand with unique travel experiences

Araiya Hotels, Hyatt and Airbnb are expanding in India as GenZ travellers seek authentic, spiritual, adventure and wellness experiences, driving demand for unique stays

GenZ pushes hospitality firms to expand with unique travel experiences
Updated On : 02 May 2025 | 10:05 PM IST

Oyo forays into F&B, expects 5-10% additional revenue at hotel level

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

Oyo forays into F&B, expects 5-10% additional revenue at hotel level
Updated On : 01 May 2025 | 8:10 PM IST

Maha Kumbh boosts Coca-Cola's India sales, drives Q1 volume growth

The Maha Kumbh Mela, considered the world's largest in-person gathering, saw an estimated 660 million attendees in 2025

Maha Kumbh boosts Coca-Cola's India sales, drives Q1 volume growth
Updated On : 29 Apr 2025 | 8:29 PM IST

With IPO in sight, mattress maker Duroflex aims double-digit revenue growth

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 IPO in sight, mattress maker Duroflex aims double-digit revenue growth
Updated On : 29 Apr 2025 | 8:29 PM IST

Gold's record run: Heirlooms put on sale, buyers turn to lightweight bling

With budgets under strain, shoppers are turning to old jewellery to meet new needs

Gold's record run: Heirlooms put on sale, buyers turn to lightweight bling
Updated On : 28 Apr 2025 | 11:41 PM IST

Pahalgam attack: Amarnath yatra under cloud as terror grips Valley

9,000 register for Amarnath Yatra in 10 days, but first dropouts already in, according to tour operators

Pahalgam attack: Amarnath yatra under cloud as terror grips Valley
Updated On : 24 Apr 2025 | 11:36 PM IST

India market in a good place: PepsiCo chairman & CEO Ramon Laguarta

International business reports 11% revenue growth

India market in a good place: PepsiCo chairman & CEO Ramon Laguarta
Updated On : 24 Apr 2025 | 11:34 PM IST