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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.
Akshita Singh
Will blow up Iran's energy sites if no ceasefire is reached soon: Trump
In a social media post, Trump said the United States would "conclude its 'lovely' stay" by blowing up Iran's civilian and energy infrastructure
 "Will blow up Iran's energy sites if no ceasefire is reached soon: Trump")
PM Modi speaks to Saudi Prince, stresses need to keep shipping routes open
PM Modi stressed the need to keep shipping routes open and ensure freedom of navigation amid rising tensions in West Asia that have sent energy prices soaring
 "PM Modi speaks to Saudi Prince, stresses need to keep shipping routes open")
Two more India-flagged LPG tankers pass safely through Strait of Hormuz
The India-flagged vessels BW Tyr and BW Elm, carrying liquefied petroleum gas, were last tracked moving past the northern edge of the Omani peninsula
 "Two more India-flagged LPG tankers pass safely through Strait of Hormuz")
Iran must give up nukes, else we will keep 'blowing them away': Trump
Trump said that discussions between the two sides are ongoing, though Tehran has pushed back against claims that it is eager to strike a deal.
 "Iran must give up nukes, else we will keep 'blowing them away': Trump")
US proposal not enough for success, but talks still possible: Iran official
According to the official, Tehran believes the framework does not meet the basic conditions needed for progress
 "US proposal not enough for success, but talks still possible: Iran official")
RIL denies reports of company buying Iranian crude supplies
Earlier this week, a Reuters report said Reliance had purchased over 5 million barrels of Iranian crude from the National Iranian Oil Company, though delivery timelines remained unclear
 "RIL denies reports of company buying Iranian crude supplies")
AM/NS India CEO Dilip Oommen to retire; Amit Harlalka named successor
AM/NS India CEO Dilip Oommen will retire on June 30 after 22 years with the company. CFO Amit Harlalka will take charge from July 1, marking a leadership transition at the steelmaker
 "AM/NS India CEO Dilip Oommen to retire; Amit Harlalka named successor")
Iran must act fast to salvage talks before 'it's too late', warns Trump
A day earlier, Iran said it had reviewed the ceasefire framework proposed by Trump but found the terms unacceptable
 "Iran must act fast to salvage talks before 'it's too late', warns Trump")
Iran rejects Trump's 15-point ceasefire plan, presents its own 5 demands
Tehran termed the US proposal excessive, and said it would continue operations; it also outlined five conditions including security guarantees and control over the Strait of Hormuz
 "Iran rejects Trump's 15-point ceasefire plan, presents its own 5 demands")
Restaurants cannot add 'LPG surcharge' to bill, will face action: CCPA
The consumer protection body on Wednesday said such levies cannot be added automatically, calling them unfair trade practices, and warned that violations would invite strict action under the law
 "Restaurants cannot add 'LPG surcharge' to bill, will face action: CCPA")
Cabinet clears ₹28,840 cr modified UDAN scheme for regional connectivity
Under the revamped plan, the government will develop 100 new airports and 200 helipads, with a focus on hilly regions, the Northeast, island territories and aspirational districts
 "Cabinet clears ₹28,840 cr modified UDAN scheme for regional connectivity")
Trump speaks to Modi, discusses need to keep Strait of Hormuz open
Trump held a call with PM Modi to discuss the evolving situation in West Asia, emphasising the importance of keeping the Strait of Hormuz open
 "Trump speaks to Modi, discusses need to keep Strait of Hormuz open")
US halts strikes on Iran's power plants; retreated after warning, says Iran
Citing progress in talks with Iran, US President Donald Trump said he has directed a five-day halt to planned military strikes on Iranian energy infrastructure
IndiGo appoints ex-Air India Express MD Aloke Singh as strategy chief
Singh previously served as managing director and chief executive officer of Air India Express, where he led operational improvements and expansion
 "IndiGo appoints ex-Air India Express MD Aloke Singh as strategy chief")
Oil prices drop, dollar weakens: Top 5 developments after Trump's big move
Since Trump's claim of "productive" talks, global markets and geopolitical signals have shifted sharply
 "Oil prices drop, dollar weakens: Top 5 developments after Trump's big move")
Govt to lift airfare cap from March 23 imposed after IndiGo disruptions
The Civil Aviation Ministry said it would remove the temporary cap on domestic airfares from March 23, a restriction imposed after massive flight disruptions hit IndiGo in December 2025
 "Govt to lift airfare cap from March 23 imposed after IndiGo disruptions")
What Iran's failed-to-hit strike on Diego Garcia base in Indian Ocean means
While there were no reports of damage or casualties, the significance of the episode lay less in the outcome and more in what it demonstrated
 "What Iran's failed-to-hit strike on Diego Garcia base in Indian Ocean means")
PM Modi speaks with Iranian President, hopes for peace in West Asia
PM Modi also discussed the West Asia's security situation and its wider implications with the Iranian President
 "PM Modi speaks with Iranian President, hopes for peace in West Asia")
Modi speaks to Macron, leaders of Qatar, Oman, Jordan on West Asia conflict
The thrust of the conversations, per his social media posts, was to find a way to restore stability to the region and to continue coordination in the pursuit of de-escalation and peace
 "Modi speaks to Macron, leaders of Qatar, Oman, Jordan on West Asia conflict")
Iran strikes took out 17% LNG export capacity for 3-5 yrs: QatarEnergy CEO
Missile strikes damaged key LNG facilities in Qatar, triggering fires and disrupting exports. QatarEnergy says repairs could take up to five years, impacting global gas supplies
 "Iran strikes took out 17% LNG export capacity for 3-5 yrs: QatarEnergy CEO")