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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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How govt's E85, E100 push tests India's ethanol supply and storage limits
India is preparing the ground for E85 and E100 fuels, but moving beyond E20 will depend on whether the country can produce enough ethanol, store it safely, and distribute it efficiently at scale
 "How govt's E85, E100 push tests India's ethanol supply and storage limits")
Vijay to become next Tamil Nadu CM as VCK backs TVK, oath on Sunday
Ending days of political suspense in Tamil Nadu, the Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) on Saturday extended unconditional support to Vijay-led TVK to form the government in the state
 "Vijay to become next Tamil Nadu CM as VCK backs TVK, oath on Sunday")
Why Musk's $60 billion Cursor bet is really about AI's 'last mile'
SpaceX has secured an option to acquire AI coding startup Anysphere for $60 billion, placing Elon Musk in the race to control how AI-powered software is built
 "Why Musk's $60 billion Cursor bet is really about AI's 'last mile'")
Cabinet clears ₹18,100-cr credit guarantee scheme for aviation, MSMEs
Cabinet clears ₹365/qtl sugarcane FRP, ₹5,659 crore cotton mission
 "Cabinet clears ₹18,100-cr credit guarantee scheme for aviation, MSMEs")
'Lotus blooms in West Bengal': PM Modi hails BJP's win in TMC bastion
Counting trends showed the BJP racing past the majority mark in the 294-member Assembly, signalling the end of the 15-year rule of the Trinamool Congress
 "'Lotus blooms in West Bengal': PM Modi hails BJP's win in TMC bastion")
EC orders repoll in 285 booths in Bengal's Falta on May 21; counting May 24
The Commission's decision effectively annuls the earlier voting in the constituency, with fresh polling now scheduled later this month
 "EC orders repoll in 285 booths in Bengal's Falta on May 21; counting May 24")
Diesel export duty at ₹23/l, ATF at ₹33/l; petrol stays nil: Govt
There is no change in excise duty on petrol and diesel meant for domestic consumption
 "Diesel export duty at ₹23/l, ATF at ₹33/l; petrol stays nil: Govt")
Adani Enterprises Q4FY26 results: Net loss of ₹167 cr on depreciation costs
The company's total income for the quarter stood at ₹33,187.11 crore, up from ₹27,601.64 crore a year ago, according to its audited financial results
 "Adani Enterprises Q4FY26 results: Net loss of ₹167 cr on depreciation costs")
Exit polls predict UDF return in Kerala as LDF trails in tight race
Exit polls show a setback for the Pinarayi Vijayan-led LDF, strongly favouring the UDF, while the BJP remains on the margins
 "Exit polls predict UDF return in Kerala as LDF trails in tight race")
Exit polls: DMK seen retaining power in Tamil Nadu; NDA leads in Puducherry
Exit polls showed the DMK+ retaining power in Tamil Nadu with AIADMK+ trailing, while the NDA held an edge in Puducherry
 "Exit polls: DMK seen retaining power in Tamil Nadu; NDA leads in Puducherry")
Rajiv Bajaj to step down as Bajaj Finance director after end of term
The Bajaj scion will cease to be a non-executive director at the conclusion of the annual general meeting scheduled for July 30, 2026, at the close of business hours
 "Rajiv Bajaj to step down as Bajaj Finance director after end of term")
Bajaj Finance Q4 FY26: Net profit rises 23% Y-o-Y to ₹4,840 crore
Profit before tax came in at ₹6,484.34 crore during the quarter, while total expenses were ₹11,946.30 crore
 "Bajaj Finance Q4 FY26: Net profit rises 23% Y-o-Y to ₹4,840 crore")
Adani Power Q4 FY26 results: Net profit jumps 64% Y-o-Y to ₹4,271 crore
Profit before tax came in at ₹4,383.98 crore, while total expenses were ₹11,605.11 crore during the quarter
 "Adani Power Q4 FY26 results: Net profit jumps 64% Y-o-Y to ₹4,271 crore")
UAE to exit Opec, Opec+, reiterates commitment to stable global oil markets
In a statement on Tuesday, the UAE said the move, effective May 1, 2026, aligns with its broader economic and strategic priorities, including increased investments in domestic energy production
 "UAE to exit Opec, Opec+, reiterates commitment to stable global oil markets")
India-New Zealand trade pact cuts fruit tariffs, boosts exports and visas
The agreement, concluded in December, will see New Zealand eliminate duties on all Indian exports, while India will reduce tariffs on 95 per cent of imports from the South Pacific nation
 "India-New Zealand trade pact cuts fruit tariffs, boosts exports and visas")
UK bans cigarette sales for future generations: Can India replicate?
UK's generational tobacco ban raises questions on whether India can replicate similar anti-smoking measures amid structural, legal, and enforcement challenges
 "UK bans cigarette sales for future generations: Can India replicate?")
'We have all the cards': Trump cancels US negotiators' Pakistan trip
The development came shortly after Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi concluded his visit to Pakistan
 "'We have all the cards': Trump cancels US negotiators' Pakistan trip")
IDFC First Bank Q4 FY26 results: Net profit rises 4.9% Y-o-Y to ₹319 crore
The bank said its performance was supported by strong growth in net interest income (NII) and a sharp decline in provisions, even as operating profit came under pressure
 "IDFC First Bank Q4 FY26 results: Net profit rises 4.9% Y-o-Y to ₹319 crore")
'Inappropriate, in poor taste': MEA on Trump's 'hell-hole' post for India
After the post sparked outrage, Christopher Elms, spokesperson for the US Embassy in New Delhi, said Trump had spoken warmly of India and called it a great nation
 "'Inappropriate, in poor taste': MEA on Trump's 'hell-hole' post for India")
'Flood US with illegal aliens': Trump targets Indian, Chinese migrants
The letter posted by Trump on Truth Social, argued that birthright citizenship allows people to "flood America with illegal aliens to change the demographics forever"
 "'Flood US with illegal aliens': Trump targets Indian, Chinese migrants")