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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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Contractors, hoteliers push for GST fixes, clarity on input tax credit

Urge CBIC to implement a special GST payment mechanism

Contractors, hoteliers push for GST fixes, clarity on input tax credit
Updated On : 11 Sep 2025 | 11:36 PM IST

Delhi restaurants gear up for packed houses for India-Pakistan clash

Restaurants in Delhi report strong buzz for the India-Pakistan Asia Cup clash, with special offers and screenings expected to drive turnout despite muted promotions

Delhi restaurants gear up for packed houses for India-Pakistan clash
Updated On : 11 Sep 2025 | 9:32 PM IST

H&M marks 10 years in India with launch of new beauty product line

H&M is launching its beauty line in India on October 2 with 200 products across make-up, fragrances, and beauty tools as it marks 10 years of operations in India

H&M marks 10 years in India with launch of new beauty product line
Updated On : 11 Sep 2025 | 1:24 PM IST

Consumer industry executives ask government to monitor price changes

Industry bodies highlight issues in GST implementation, seek further clarity

Consumer industry executives ask government to monitor price changes
Updated On : 11 Sep 2025 | 10:04 AM IST

Steve Waugh-backed Australia Essence launches nine luxury brands in India

Australia Essence debuts nine Australian luxury brands in India spanning wellness, lifestyle, food and beverages, betting on the rise of aspirational premium consumers

Steve Waugh-backed Australia Essence launches nine luxury brands in India
Updated On : 10 Sep 2025 | 11:50 PM IST

Any tweak in US student visa policy may dent biz: Yatra CEO Shringi

Corporate travel spike and pro-travel govt policies likely to come as a boost

Any tweak in US student visa policy may dent biz: Yatra CEO Shringi
Updated On : 10 Sep 2025 | 11:41 PM IST

Shoppers hold tight to purses, awaiting new GST rates to take effect

Shradh season adds to caution, slowing retail demand

Shoppers hold tight to purses, awaiting new GST rates to take effect
Updated On : 10 Sep 2025 | 7:35 PM IST

Nepal crisis: Delhi-Kathmandu skies closed, travel cancellations trickle in

Air India, IndiGo, Nepal Airlines, and SpiceJet suspend flights; MEA advises Indian citizens in Nepal to stay indoors

Nepal crisis: Delhi-Kathmandu skies closed, travel cancellations trickle in
Updated On : 09 Sep 2025 | 11:00 PM IST

Oyo parent Oravel Stays rebrands to Prism to reflect global portfolio

Oravel Stays, parent of Oyo, has rebranded to PRISM, a new identity uniting its growing portfolio across budget stays, premium hotels, vacation homes and tech solutions

Oyo parent Oravel Stays rebrands to Prism to reflect global portfolio
Updated On : 07 Sep 2025 | 4:32 PM IST

GST rate rejig awakens the ghost of 2017 transition for FMCG players

Firms warn of teething troubles, seek time to rework SKUs and labels

GST rate rejig awakens the ghost of 2017 transition for FMCG players
Updated On : 05 Sep 2025 | 11:46 AM IST

GST rate cut proves to be a mixed bag for travel, hospitality sector

Hotel rooms under ₹7,500 move to 5% slab, will bolster midscale segment

GST rate cut proves to be a mixed bag for travel, hospitality sector
Updated On : 05 Sep 2025 | 10:22 AM IST

FMCG firms plan to offer more grammage for same price after GST reforms

FMCG players plan to cut prices of large packs and raise grammage in smaller packs as soaps, noodles, coffee, ghee and ice cream get cheaper under new GST rates

FMCG firms plan to offer more grammage for same price after GST reforms
Updated On : 04 Sep 2025 | 4:35 PM IST

Thaw in India-China relations set to boost foreign tourist arrivals

Direct flights resumption, tourists visas to provide tailwinds for Indian travel and tourism sector

Thaw in India-China relations set to boost foreign tourist arrivals
Updated On : 04 Sep 2025 | 12:57 AM IST

FMCG sector set to gain as soaps, noodles, shampoo shift to 5% GST slab

The GST Council has moved several FMCG items to the 5% slab and exempted breads, paneer and milk, a move expected to lower prices, spur consumption and aid festive demand

FMCG sector set to gain as soaps, noodles, shampoo shift to 5% GST slab
Updated On : 04 Sep 2025 | 12:44 AM IST

Celebration getaways: Diwali under the stars or Pujo in a Rajbari

For those looking to celebrate India's biggest festivals away from home, boutique hotels, heritage properties are curating immersive experiences steeped in tradition, with all the comforts of luxury

Celebration getaways: Diwali under the stars or Pujo in a Rajbari
Updated On : 29 Aug 2025 | 6:54 AM IST

Monsoon fury in North: Hospitality sector stares at revenue wipeout

Industry hopeful of revival, full festive season may not get impacted

Monsoon fury in North: Hospitality sector stares at revenue wipeout
Updated On : 27 Aug 2025 | 11:37 PM IST

Casio India eyes mid double-digit growth, expands local manufacturing

Casio India expects mid double-digit growth and stronger festive demand, while doubling local manufacturing and launching its first automatic watch under the Edifice label

Casio India eyes mid double-digit growth, expands local manufacturing
Updated On : 26 Aug 2025 | 8:44 PM IST

Wai Wai maker bets on healthier variants, to scale revenue to ₹1,200 cr

CG Group plans to expand into snacks, sauces, pasta, and seasonings, while pushing healthier variants and scaling trade channels to triple its reach in India

Wai Wai maker bets on healthier variants, to scale revenue to ₹1,200 cr
Updated On : 25 Aug 2025 | 2:40 PM IST

CCPA fines VLCC Rs 3 lakh for misleading CoolSculpting slimming ads

It was found that VLCC was making exaggerated claims of drastic weight loss and inch reduction within a single session, which went far beyond the actual approval granted to the CoolSculpting machine

CCPA fines VLCC Rs 3 lakh for misleading CoolSculpting slimming ads
Updated On : 23 Aug 2025 | 2:56 PM IST

Niti Aayog's recommendations aim to streamline homestay regulations

Niti Aayog proposes a model policy framework to make homestays and BNBs more accessible and to promote tourism growth through simplified registration processes and incentives.

Niti Aayog's recommendations aim to streamline homestay regulations
Updated On : 22 Aug 2025 | 10:08 PM IST