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Akshita Singh

Akshita Singh

Akshita Singh

Akshita is working as a Senior Sub Editor at Business Standard and primarily contributes to the web desk. She has previously held positions in leading newsrooms such as India Today, ABP Live (Digital), and The Statesman. With a background in journalism from the University of Delhi, where she was conferred the University Medal in MA (Journalism), her approach has always been rooted in authenticity. After covering fast-paced news and social media trends, she now looks forward to exploring stories through the lens of economics, business, and finance, leaving no stone unturned.

Akshita is working as a Senior Sub Editor at Business Standard and primarily contributes to the web desk. She has previously held positions in leading newsrooms such as India Today, ABP Live (Digital), and The Statesman. With a background in journalism from the University of Delhi, where she was conferred the University Medal in MA (Journalism), her approach has always been rooted in authenticity. After covering fast-paced news and social media trends, she now looks forward to exploring stories through the lens of economics, business, and finance, leaving no stone unturned.

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Supreme Court allows new-generation joint firecrackers: What are they?

New-generation joint firecrackers are redesigned laris with smaller shells, fewer shells and longer intervals between bursts

Supreme Court allows new-generation joint firecrackers: What are they?
Updated On : 02 Oct 2026 | 1:00 PM IST

Day after opening, Barapullah Phase-III flyover remain heavily congested

The corridor, approved in 2014 and expected to be completed by 2017, was inaugurated by Home Minister Amit Shah earlier this week

Day after opening, Barapullah Phase-III flyover remain heavily congested
Updated On : 02 Oct 2026 | 10:59 AM IST

CJP to launch protests from Oct 2, seeks CEC Gyanesh Kumar's resignation

Cockroach Janta Party's Abhijeet Dipke announced protests in several states from tomorrow, stating the agitation will continue until CEC Kumar steps down

CJP to launch protests from Oct 2, seeks CEC Gyanesh Kumar's resignation
Updated On : 01 Oct 2026 | 5:09 PM IST

Who is Adam Back, the Bitcoin pioneer behind Blockstream and Liquid?

Adam Back, a British cryptographer and one of the early figures in Bitcoin's history, has come into focus as several businesses linked to him face severe scrutiny

Who is Adam Back, the Bitcoin pioneer behind Blockstream and Liquid?
Updated On : 01 Oct 2026 | 3:36 PM IST

Indian pilot Smit Machchhar stable after Flydubai flight cockpit attack

The Indian Embassy in Saudi Arabia said Machchhar had been admitted to a hospital in Tabuk city and currently is in stable condition

Indian pilot Smit Machchhar stable after Flydubai flight cockpit attack
Updated On : 01 Oct 2026 | 2:38 PM IST

Pakistan's solar boom is so widespread it is now part of wedding dowries

Rising grid tariffs, TikTok-driven popularisation and the affordability of Chinese solar systems have driven Pakistan's solar boom to such an extent that panels are now being used as wedding dowries

Pakistan's solar boom is so widespread it is now part of wedding dowries
Updated On : 01 Oct 2026 | 1:12 PM IST

flydubai co-pilot stabs captain onboard: Here's what we know so far

A fight broke out between the pilots onboard a flydubai flight, which prompted the aircraft to divert to Saudi Arabia. Here's what we know about the incident so far

flydubai co-pilot stabs captain onboard: Here's what we know so far
Updated On : 30 Sep 2026 | 6:45 PM IST

Private capex outlook is rising, but what is driving project distress now?

India's private capex outlook is strengthening, but the reasons projects run into distress are changing, with market conditions and promoter interests now accounting for most distressed projects

Private capex outlook is rising, but what is driving project distress now?
Updated On : 30 Sep 2026 | 5:21 PM IST

India may get multiple TV ratings agencies: But which TRP will count?

Multiple TV ratings agencies could soon operate in India. But if each produces a different number for the same programme, which TRP will become the industry's currency? Experts explain

India may get multiple TV ratings agencies: But which TRP will count?
Updated On : 30 Sep 2026 | 4:48 PM IST

Centre launches livestock insurance portal to address gaps: What changes

The Centre has launched a new portal for livestock insurance to streamline enrolment, claims and monitoring. Here's what changes

Centre launches livestock insurance portal to address gaps: What changes
Updated On : 30 Sep 2026 | 3:39 PM IST

Centre proposes changes to Petroleum Act, seeks stakeholders' feedback

In the draft Bill, the government proposes to decriminalise licenses breaches, while introducing specific criminal offences and higher penalties for unauthorised activities

Centre proposes changes to Petroleum Act, seeks stakeholders' feedback
Updated On : 30 Sep 2026 | 1:48 PM IST

UN adopts sea-level rise declaration: What it means for low-lying areas

Rising seas are raising legal questions over territory and maritime zones. The UN has adopted a declaration addressing these issues as coastlines change

UN adopts sea-level rise declaration: What it means for low-lying areas
Updated On : 28 Sep 2026 | 4:07 PM IST

Delhi pollution curbs: Parking fees to double, 50% staff to work from home

The measures form part of the consolidated Winter Pollution Action Plan notified in July. The plan will come into force every year from November 1 to February 28.

Delhi pollution curbs: Parking fees to double, 50% staff to work from home
Updated On : 28 Sep 2026 | 3:13 PM IST

India less worried about AI job losses than richer nations, data shows

Pew Research Center found that expectations of AI-driven job losses and a widening wealth gap were generally higher in countries with higher GDP per capita

India less worried about AI job losses than richer nations, data shows
Updated On : 28 Sep 2026 | 1:16 PM IST

No dilution in India's zero-tolerance approach to terrorism: Jaishankar

Jaishankar reiterated India's zero-tolerance approach towards terrorism as he called out Pakistan for misrepresenting facts at the United Nations General Assembly

No dilution in India's zero-tolerance approach to terrorism: Jaishankar
Updated On : 26 Sep 2026 | 11:41 PM IST

Amid report of rift, EC says all SIR orders were unanimously approved

People issued notices during SIR need not appear for personal hearings, except in exceptional cases, the Election Commission said

Amid report of rift, EC says all SIR orders were unanimously approved
Updated On : 26 Sep 2026 | 8:17 PM IST

Dabur gets NCLT's nod to absorb Ayurvedic hair oil brand Sesa Care

The merger will become effective after completion of necessary statutory filings and other conditions stipulated under the scheme

Dabur gets NCLT's nod to absorb Ayurvedic hair oil brand Sesa Care
Updated On : 25 Sep 2026 | 1:39 PM IST

Saaras V4: Sarvam AI's new speech model can transcribe 22 Indian languages

Since its launch, Sarvam AI's Saaras V4 has got technology enthusiasts talking. Here's what's new about the model

Saaras V4: Sarvam AI's new speech model can transcribe 22 Indian languages
Updated On : 25 Sep 2026 | 12:45 PM IST

Election Commission row: Gyanesh Kumar must resign immediately, says Rahul

Rahul Gandhi demanded CEC Gyanesh Kumar's resignation, accusing Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah of "destroying" India's democratic architecture

Election Commission row: Gyanesh Kumar must resign immediately, says Rahul
Updated On : 24 Sep 2026 | 6:17 PM IST

India's consumer durables market may reach ₹30-32.5 trn by 2030: Report

India's consumer durables market is entering its next growth phase, with deeper localisation and global competitiveness shaping the road ahead

India's consumer durables market may reach ₹30-32.5 trn by 2030: Report
Updated On : 24 Sep 2026 | 4:24 PM IST