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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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Not so sweet anymore: How India's relationship with sugar is turning sour

With rising incomes, education, and health awareness in India, especially in the big cities, droves of people are saying no to sugar

Not so sweet anymore: How India's relationship with sugar is turning sour
Updated On : 02 May 2024 | 12:16 AM IST

Govt committee submits report on banned spice issue, decision pending

The govt is launching an initiative to ensure India's exports meet importing countries' tolerance limits

Govt committee submits report on banned spice issue, decision pending
Updated On : 30 Apr 2024 | 9:29 PM IST

Global beverage major Coca-Cola bullish on India; sees strong year ahead

The Atlanta-based fizzy drink major said that unit case volumes for the entire quarter grew 1 per cent

Global beverage major Coca-Cola bullish on India; sees strong year ahead
Updated On : 30 Apr 2024 | 8:06 PM IST

Added sugars in Cerelac within limits, charges untrue: Nestle India CMD

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

Added sugars in Cerelac within limits, charges untrue: Nestle India CMD
Updated On : 29 Apr 2024 | 9:18 PM IST

'No cancer-causing agents in our products': MDH on quality claims

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

'No cancer-causing agents in our products': MDH on quality claims
Updated On : 28 Apr 2024 | 10:08 PM IST

Patanjali Foods gets proposal to buy non-food biz from Patanjali Ayurved

The board of directors of Patanjali Foods discussed the initial proposal received from Patanjali Ayurved

Patanjali Foods gets proposal to buy non-food biz from Patanjali Ayurved
Updated On : 26 Apr 2024 | 9:25 PM IST

Nestle India Q4FY24 results: Net profit soars 27% to Rs 934 crore

Company to launch Nespresso in India, announces joint venture with Dr. Reddy's Laboratories

Nestle India Q4FY24 results: Net profit soars 27% to Rs 934 crore
Updated On : 26 Apr 2024 | 12:15 AM IST

Gen Zs, millennials prioritising travel, spending more on experiences

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

Gen Zs, millennials prioritising travel, spending more on experiences
Updated On : 24 Apr 2024 | 9:37 AM IST

Indian Fashion retail: Booming at both ends, lagging in the middle

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

Indian Fashion retail: Booming at both ends, lagging in the middle
Updated On : 23 Apr 2024 | 8:06 AM IST

Added sugar in baby food? FSSAI to examine charges against Nestle

Packaged foods major says it has reduced added sugars in the range by 30% in last 5 years

Added sugar in baby food? FSSAI to examine charges against Nestle
Updated On : 19 Apr 2024 | 12:26 AM IST

Remove Bournvita from health drinks category: Govt tells e-commerce sites

The food safety regulator had iterated that 'energy drinks' is permitted to be used for carbonated and non-carbonated water-based flavoured drinks

Remove Bournvita from health drinks category: Govt tells e-commerce sites
Updated On : 13 Apr 2024 | 6:37 PM IST

Hotel bookings, airfares on strong wicket as IPL fever catches on

According to Thomas Cook India, online searches for travel during the IPL months are up 25 per cent when compared to last year

Hotel bookings, airfares on strong wicket as IPL fever catches on
Updated On : 12 Apr 2024 | 11:13 PM IST

India's consumption story gets a facelift as rural demand shows promise

FMCG companies have also witnessed a pick-up in rural areas.

India's consumption story gets a facelift as rural demand shows promise
Updated On : 08 Apr 2024 | 11:53 PM IST

Hot sales ahead: Summer to fire up sales of ACs, beer and sunscreen

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

Hot sales ahead: Summer to fire up sales of ACs, beer and sunscreen
Updated On : 04 Apr 2024 | 11:12 PM IST

NCDRC dismisses govt's 2015 plea against sale of Nestle's Maggi noodles

The DoCA had alleged that the company had indulged in unfair trade practices by manufacturing and selling hazardous and defective goods to the public

NCDRC dismisses govt's 2015 plea against sale of Nestle's Maggi noodles
Updated On : 04 Apr 2024 | 8:35 PM IST

PepsiCo to invest Rs 1,266 crore to set up new facility in Madhya Pradesh

The Ujjain-plant will be crucial for PepsiCo's beverage production in India, enabling the company to meet the rising demand

PepsiCo to invest Rs 1,266 crore to set up new facility in Madhya Pradesh
Updated On : 02 Apr 2024 | 11:31 PM IST

India's hospitality sector saw investments worth $401 mn in 2023: JLL

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'

India's hospitality sector saw investments worth $401 mn in 2023: JLL
Updated On : 01 Apr 2024 | 11:40 PM IST

India is our top priority market this year: President, Asia Pacific, Hilton

'It feels a little bit like China did 10 years ago and we expect this momentum to continue this year as well'

India is our top priority market this year: President, Asia Pacific, Hilton
Updated On : 01 Apr 2024 | 11:38 PM IST

Long Weekend: Airfares, hotel rates shoot up ahead of Holi, Good Friday

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

Long Weekend: Airfares, hotel rates shoot up ahead of Holi, Good Friday
Updated On : 21 Mar 2024 | 11:11 PM IST

Alcobev industry seek clarity on brand extension vs surrogate ads

List of products sold under the same brand name as alcobev for the past three years, including details of states where they were marketed

Alcobev industry seek clarity on brand extension vs surrogate ads
Updated On : 20 Mar 2024 | 9:11 PM IST