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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.
With rising incomes, education, and health awareness in India, especially in the big cities, droves of people are saying no to sugar
The govt is launching an initiative to ensure India's exports meet importing countries' tolerance limits
The Atlanta-based fizzy drink major said that unit case volumes for the entire quarter grew 1 per cent
Narayanan reiterated that according to FSSAI, the maximum permissible limit for added sugars is 13.6 gram per 100 gram of feed, while Nestle is at 7.1 gram of sugar per 100 gram
Ethylene Oxide is a chemical used to preserve spices for longer and is also used in pesticides. Its consumption beyond permissible limits can be carcinogenic
The board of directors of Patanjali Foods discussed the initial proposal received from Patanjali Ayurved
Company to launch Nespresso in India, announces joint venture with Dr. Reddy's Laboratories
The survey identified an emerging generation of travel-focused, value-driven 'savvy explorers' in APEC who seek to maximise their travel dollars and unique travel experiences
India's fashion retail sees polarized growth: High-end luxury and budget-friendly brands thrive as mid-range fashion struggles with stagnant sales and economic pressures
Packaged foods major says it has reduced added sugars in the range by 30% in last 5 years
The food safety regulator had iterated that 'energy drinks' is permitted to be used for carbonated and non-carbonated water-based flavoured drinks
According to Thomas Cook India, online searches for travel during the IPL months are up 25 per cent when compared to last year
FMCG companies have also witnessed a pick-up in rural areas.
Epack Durable, which manufactures air conditioners for durable companies like Voltas, Haier etc., expects a growth rate of more than 15 per cent this year, if the heatwave persists beyond May
The DoCA had alleged that the company had indulged in unfair trade practices by manufacturing and selling hazardous and defective goods to the public
The Ujjain-plant will be crucial for PepsiCo's beverage production in India, enabling the company to meet the rising demand
Sector has been witnessing a surge since 2023, with 25,176 keys signed and 12,647 keys opened, stated the report titled 'Hotel Investment Trends - India 2023'
'It feels a little bit like China did 10 years ago and we expect this momentum to continue this year as well'
The Indian tourism industry is witnessing a sustained boom on the back of what industry stakeholders call a mindset shift, where people are using every opportunity to travel
List of products sold under the same brand name as alcobev for the past three years, including details of states where they were marketed