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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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Trump warns Iranian 'fast-attack' ships near US blockade will be eliminated

He issued a stark warning that any such vessels approaching a US "blockade" would be "immediately eliminated," describing the response as "quick and brutal"

Trump warns Iranian 'fast-attack' ships near US blockade will be eliminated
Updated On : 13 Apr 2026 | 8:41 PM IST

Diesel duty raised to ₹55.5/l, ATF to ₹42/l; petrol remains nil: Centre

As per the notification, export duty on diesel has been raised to ₹55.5 per litre from ₹21.5 per litre, while duty on ATF has been increased to ₹42 per litre from ₹29.5 per litre

Diesel duty raised to ₹55.5/l, ATF to ₹42/l; petrol remains nil: Centre
Updated On : 11 Apr 2026 | 7:24 PM IST

US-Iran peace talks begin in Islamabad under Pakistan's 'mediation'

The White House declined to confirm whether direct meetings between US and Iranian officials had taken place, stating only that there had been a bilateral engagement with Pakistani officials earlier

US-Iran peace talks begin in Islamabad under Pakistan's 'mediation'
Updated On : 11 Apr 2026 | 7:15 PM IST

UPI users resist fees, 75% say they will quit if charged: Report

A decade after its launch, India's flagship payments system faced a moment of pushback, with users signalling they would abandon UPI if charges were introduced

UPI users resist fees, 75% say they will quit if charged: Report
Updated On : 11 Apr 2026 | 4:55 PM IST

US-Iran talks in Islamabad likely to proceed via indirect channels: Reports

The process is expected to follow a facilitated format aimed at "keeping dialogue alive", with mediators shuttling between delegations, rather than seeking an immediate breakthrough

US-Iran talks in Islamabad likely to proceed via indirect channels: Reports
Updated On : 11 Apr 2026 | 4:22 PM IST

Resolve for avenging martyrs remains alive, says Mojtaba Khamenei

In a statement read on state television, Khamenei added that Iran would move the management of the Strait of Hormuz into a "new phase"

Resolve for avenging martyrs remains alive, says Mojtaba Khamenei
Updated On : 10 Apr 2026 | 12:43 AM IST

Hormuz remains open, JD Vance to hold talks with Pak on Sat: White House

Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt described the ceasefire as a "historically swift and successful military triumph," saying US operations had weakened Iran's military capabilities

Hormuz remains open, JD Vance to hold talks with Pak on Sat: White House
Updated On : 08 Apr 2026 | 11:52 PM IST

Iran truce excludes Lebanon, strikes on Hezbollah to continue: Netanyahu

Netanyahu said a ceasefire with Iran does not apply to Hezbollah, indicating that Israeli military operations against the group would continue despite the truce

Iran truce excludes Lebanon, strikes on Hezbollah to continue: Netanyahu
Updated On : 08 Apr 2026 | 11:44 PM IST

Iran begged for ceasefire, says Hegseth, declares US victory in conflict

Hegseth said the United States had met its key military objectives, including targeting Iran's missile capabilities, naval forces, and defence infrastructure

Iran begged for ceasefire, says Hegseth, declares US victory in conflict
Updated On : 08 Apr 2026 | 7:41 PM IST

No toll for transit through Hormuz: Oman contradicts Iran's truce demand

An Omani minister said the country remains bound by existing agreements that prohibit levying charges on ships transiting the key waterway

No toll for transit through Hormuz: Oman contradicts Iran's truce demand
Updated On : 08 Apr 2026 | 7:17 PM IST

Iran hits neighbours with missiles, drones hours after 'ceasefire' with US

The fresh strikes were launched in response to attacks on the country's oil facilities earlier in the day, Iranian state television was quoted as saying

Iran hits neighbours with missiles, drones hours after 'ceasefire' with US
Updated On : 08 Apr 2026 | 7:04 PM IST

CCEA revises HPCL refinery cost, clears hydro, fertiliser projects

CCEA hikes HPCL refinery cost, clears hydro projects and Kharif fertiliser subsidy in a series of key approvals

CCEA revises HPCL refinery cost, clears hydro, fertiliser projects
Updated On : 08 Apr 2026 | 5:51 PM IST

Kerala Assembly polls 2026: Can welfare shield LDF from anti-incumbency?

Kerala, a state defined by fronts rather than faces, is heading into a high-stakes election. With welfare etched at the core of its political identity, what other factors are shaping the battlefield?

Kerala Assembly polls 2026: Can welfare shield LDF from anti-incumbency?
Updated On : 08 Apr 2026 | 2:59 PM IST

Trump announces two-week ceasefire if Iran opens Strait of Hormuz

In a post on Truth Social, Trump shared Iran's official statement in the name of Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi

Trump announces two-week ceasefire if Iran opens Strait of Hormuz
Updated On : 08 Apr 2026 | 5:59 AM IST

Trump warns 'whole civilisation will die tonight' if Iran deal not reached

The latest warning comes amid escalating military action, with the United States carrying out strikes on targets in Iran earlier on Tuesday

Trump warns 'whole civilisation will die tonight' if Iran deal not reached
Updated On : 08 Apr 2026 | 12:19 AM IST

Stay indoors, avoid military sites for 48 hours: India to citizens in Iran

The Indian Embassy in Iran has advised Indian nationals to remain indoors for the next 48 hours, avoid military and electrical installations, and stay in close contact with embassy

Stay indoors, avoid military sites for 48 hours: India to citizens in Iran
Updated On : 07 Apr 2026 | 8:35 PM IST

US strikes Iran's Kharg Island ahead of Trump's deadline to open Hormuz

US President Donald Trump has repeatedly warned of targeting Iran's infrastructure, including power plants and bridges, if Tehran does not agree to a deal

US strikes Iran's Kharg Island ahead of Trump's deadline to open Hormuz
Updated On : 07 Apr 2026 | 6:05 PM IST

Trump says US can 'take out' Iran in one night as Tuesday deadline nears

Trump earlier in the day reiterated that the deadline he has set for Iran to reach a deal remains final, warning of consequences if an agreement is not reached

Trump says US can 'take out' Iran in one night as Tuesday deadline nears
Updated On : 06 Apr 2026 | 11:16 PM IST

India's civil nuclear programme advances as PFBR turns critical: PM Modi

Once fully commissioned, India will become only the second country after Russia to operate a commercial fast breeder reactor

India's civil nuclear programme advances as PFBR turns critical: PM Modi
Updated On : 06 Apr 2026 | 10:54 PM IST

Tuesday deadline for Iran deal is final, no extension, says Trump

US President Donald Trump warns of consequences if Iran fails to meet Tuesday deadline, says proposal falls short as tensions escalate over Strait of Hormuz

Tuesday deadline for Iran deal is final, no extension, says Trump
Updated On : 06 Apr 2026 | 9:26 PM IST