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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.
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Why was IDBI Bank sold at ₹81 a share? Understanding the valuation
The government used an independent valuation benchmark of ₹75.99 per share after rejecting an earlier bid of ₹75 that fell short of the ₹94.42 reserve price
 "Why was IDBI Bank sold at ₹81 a share? Understanding the valuation")
Paytm's Indian investors hold over 56% stake as domestic ownership rises
Paytm remained majority Indian-owned for the third consecutive quarter, with domestic ownership crossing the 50 per cent mark in the March quarter of FY26
 "Paytm's Indian investors hold over 56% stake as domestic ownership rises")
HCLTech signs pact with Anthropic to set up dedicated AI business unit
HCLTech will set up a dedicated business unit and centre to develop AI solutions using Anthropic's Claude models and support their enterprise adoption
 "HCLTech signs pact with Anthropic to set up dedicated AI business unit")
Tata Motors PV, Stellantis expand tie-up for global vehicle development
The expanded partnership adds advanced technology and vehicle architecture collaboration to the companies' existing manufacturing relationship
 "Tata Motors PV, Stellantis expand tie-up for global vehicle development")
Delhi Police de-notify Jantar Mantar as protest venue, name three sites
The police have designated Ramlila Ground, Burari Ground and CBD Ground in East Delhi as venues for organising protests
 "Delhi Police de-notify Jantar Mantar as protest venue, name three sites")
Google defends $15 billion Vizag AI hub amid water concerns, protests
A top Google executive has addressed concerns over the tech giant's $15 billion AI data centre in Visakhapatnam, which has faced massive protests from locals. Here's what he said
 "Google defends $15 billion Vizag AI hub amid water concerns, protests")
One Delhi, many Jantar Mantars as protesters hit streets across the city
With Jantar Mantar out of reach, CJP protesters scattered across Delhi as police detained 3,000 people, including several prominent leaders and public figures
 "One Delhi, many Jantar Mantars as protesters hit streets across the city")
GST reforms address 99% of rate, process issues, says FM Nirmala Sitharaman
The FM said the Council has also taken steps to make the movement of goods smoother by limiting inspections, detention and seizure to officers of the supplier or destination state
 "GST reforms address 99% of rate, process issues, says FM Nirmala Sitharaman")
Bank deposits join CAS: What you may see, what may still be missing
Bank deposits will join the Consolidated Account Statement (CAS) from January 1. But will the move finally give consumers a complete picture of their financial life?
 "Bank deposits join CAS: What you may see, what may still be missing")
Power Ministry sets market-rate norms for transmission land compensation
RoW disputes have been a constraint on transmission-line construction, particularly projects meant to evacuate renewable energy
 "Power Ministry sets market-rate norms for transmission land compensation")
Entertain people again: CJI to Rajpal Yadav as SC hears cheque-bounce case
A Bench comprising CJI Surya Kant, and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana, was hearing Rajpal Yadav's plea in connection with cases arising from a financial dispute linked to his 2012 film
 "Entertain people again: CJI to Rajpal Yadav as SC hears cheque-bounce case")
PM Surya Ghar crosses 17.5 GW; rooftop additions fall for 2nd month: Report
PM Surya Ghar has crossed 17.5 GW, but monthly rooftop solar additions fell for a second straight month, a report shows
 "PM Surya Ghar crosses 17.5 GW; rooftop additions fall for 2nd month: Report")
RBI announces two measures to ease financial information access for users
The RBI will allow interoperability among account aggregators and enable bank deposit details in consolidated account statements, alongside a new financial markets committee
 "RBI announces two measures to ease financial information access for users")
GST arrests may need court nod: What it could mean for taxpayers
A proposed GST rule could shift arrest powers from tax officers to courts. Here's how GST arrests work now and what could possibly change
 "GST arrests may need court nod: What it could mean for taxpayers")
Aramco CEO says less than 10% of world oil inventory is available
Aramco CEO Amin Nasser warned that global oil stocks are 'scarily thin' and said rebuilding inventories after the crisis could take up to two years
 "Aramco CEO says less than 10% of world oil inventory is available")
IndiGo raises fuel surcharge from Oct 6 as jet fuel prices climb
The revised charges will apply to new bookings made from October 6
 "IndiGo raises fuel surcharge from Oct 6 as jet fuel prices climb")
What's CFIUS, the US national security panel that can derail foreign deals?
Hindalco and AluChem jointly ended their acquisition deal last week, citing extended delays in closing the transaction that were 'beyond the control of either party'
 "What's CFIUS, the US national security panel that can derail foreign deals?")
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?")
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")
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")