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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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IRGC threatens 'region's complete destruction' as West Asia conflict widens

The statement, broadcast through Iran's state media, marked one of the most direct warnings issued by the organisation since the conflict begun five days ago

IRGC threatens 'region's complete destruction' as West Asia conflict widens
Updated On : 04 Mar 2026 | 7:42 PM IST

How much Trump's military adventure in Iran has cost the US so far

Economists have cautioned that the direct cost of military operations represents only one part of the broader financial impact, with overall cost expected to exceed direct military spending

How much Trump's military adventure in Iran has cost the US so far
Updated On : 04 Mar 2026 | 5:04 PM IST

'Too late' to talk now: Trump as US-Israel strikes on Iran continue

Trump said Tehran's air defence, air force, navy, and leadership had been effectively dismantled, adding that any effort to reopen negotiations was "too late"

'Too late' to talk now: Trump as US-Israel strikes on Iran continue
Updated On : 03 Mar 2026 | 8:08 PM IST

Iran operations may last 4-5 weeks, could go much longer: Donald Trump

Trump said the US military "continues to carry out large-scale combat operations in Iran"

Iran operations may last 4-5 weeks, could go much longer: Donald Trump
Updated On : 02 Mar 2026 | 11:00 PM IST

West Asia crisis: UAE resumes flights; Indian carriers plan relief

Airspace restrictions across the Gulf disrupted services for a third day, prompting partial resumption in the UAE. Meanwhile, Indian airlines have also mounted relief measures

West Asia crisis: UAE resumes flights; Indian carriers plan relief
Updated On : 02 Mar 2026 | 10:33 PM IST

Strikes rock West Asia for third day; energy, airspace face major impact

As the conflict entered its third day, energy infrastructure, digital systems and maritime routes came under strain, while diplomatic channels struggled to keep pace with military escalation

Strikes rock West Asia for third day; energy, airspace face major impact
Updated On : 02 Mar 2026 | 9:15 PM IST

India's CAD widens to ₹13.2 billion in Q3 on higher trade deficit: RBI

The current account deficit stood at $11.3 billion, or 1.1 per cent of GDP, in the corresponding quarter of 2024-25

India's CAD widens to ₹13.2 billion in Q3 on higher trade deficit: RBI
Updated On : 02 Mar 2026 | 6:30 PM IST

Iran strikes hit Palm Jumeirah, 4 injured, confirms Dubai authorities

Dubai authorities said the fire was brought under control and four people were hospitalised, as reports of explosions surfaced and US President Trump spoke with Israel's Prime Minister

Iran strikes hit Palm Jumeirah, 4 injured, confirms Dubai authorities
Updated On : 28 Feb 2026 | 10:49 PM IST

World leaders urge de-escalation as US-Israel war against Iran intensifies

France seeks an urgent UN Security Council meeting, the EU calls for maximum restraint, Canada and Australia back the US, while Spain rejects what it calls unilateral military action

World leaders urge de-escalation as US-Israel war against Iran intensifies
Updated On : 28 Feb 2026 | 9:42 PM IST

US, Israel trade attacks with Iran, throwing West Asia, world into disarray

Iran strikes Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Doha and Riyadh after US-Israel attack; American military bases targeted across the Gulf

US, Israel trade attacks with Iran, throwing West Asia, world into disarray
Updated On : 28 Feb 2026 | 9:13 PM IST

Israel-Iran conflict: India calls for diplomacy to de-escalate tensions

India's ministry of external affairs called on all sides to avoid escalation; embassies issue advisories to Indian nationals across West Asia

Israel-Iran conflict: India calls for diplomacy to de-escalate tensions
Updated On : 28 Feb 2026 | 8:10 PM IST

West Asia airspace closures disrupt travel as US, Israel strike Iran

Qatar, UAE, Kuwait, Israel and Iran imposed airspace restrictions as airlines suspended, cancelled or rerouted flights across the Gulf region following escalating military action

West Asia airspace closures disrupt travel as US, Israel strike Iran
Updated On : 28 Feb 2026 | 8:07 PM IST

'Final victory is near': Exiled Prince Pahlavi as US, Israeli strike Iran

Exiled Iranian crown prince calls for calm and readiness after the US and Israel launched strikes against the Islamic regime in Iran; appeals to security forces and President Trump

'Final victory is near': Exiled Prince Pahlavi as US, Israeli strike Iran
Updated On : 28 Feb 2026 | 3:22 PM IST

GDP growth projection for FY27 revised to 7-7.4% as per new series: CEA

Economy continues to maintain strong growth momentum, supported by broad-based activities, says CEA Nageswaran

GDP growth projection for FY27 revised to 7-7.4% as per new series: CEA
Updated On : 27 Feb 2026 | 6:41 PM IST

I earned only honesty in my life: Kejriwal after relief in liquor case

Kejriwal further said that PM Modi and Shah should apologise to the country, claiming that the court had dubbed the case against him "totally fake" and unfit for trial

I earned only honesty in my life: Kejriwal after relief in liquor case
Updated On : 27 Feb 2026 | 5:35 PM IST

Mandelson, Summers, Brende: Big names who quit over Epstein connections

While not all individuals named faced consequences, a cluster of senior figures stepped down or lost positions after fresh scrutiny

Mandelson, Summers, Brende: Big names who quit over Epstein connections
Updated On : 26 Feb 2026 | 10:20 PM IST

India, Israel elevate bilateral ties, to conclude FTA soon: PM Modi

An agreement has been reached for the use of Unified Payments Interface (UPI) in Israel, the Prime Minister said after the meeting

India, Israel elevate bilateral ties, to conclude FTA soon: PM Modi
Updated On : 26 Feb 2026 | 6:57 PM IST

Flyers to get 48-hr free window to cancel, make changes to tickets: DGCA

The aviation regulator has revised ticket refund norms, allowing passengers to cancel or amend bookings within 48 hours without additional charges, subject to conditions

Flyers to get 48-hr free window to cancel, make changes to tickets: DGCA
Updated On : 26 Feb 2026 | 4:13 PM IST

We stand with Israel from this moment to beyond: PM Modi at Knesset

PM Modi said he did so both as India's prime minister and as a representative of an ancient civilisation, bringing with him the greetings of 1.4 billion Indians

We stand with Israel from this moment to beyond: PM Modi at Knesset
Updated On : 25 Feb 2026 | 11:39 PM IST

Netanyahu hails 'the Modi hug' ahead of PM's address at Knesset

Ahead of his address at the Knesset, Modi received a warm welcome from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Speaker Amir Ohana, with members of Parliament rising in applause

Netanyahu hails 'the Modi hug' ahead of PM's address at Knesset
Updated On : 25 Feb 2026 | 9:15 PM IST