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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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Drone attack triggers fire, suspends some operations at UAE's Fujairah port
A drone attack triggered a fire and forced suspension of some oil loading operations at the UAE's Fujairah port, located just outside the Strait of Hormuz, a critical route for global energy shipments
 "Drone attack triggers fire, suspends some operations at UAE's Fujairah port")
Oil ministry issues advisory, warns petrol pumps against selling loose fuel
The ministry warned petrol pumps against selling petrol and diesel in loose containers and urged consumers not to store fuel improperly, citing serious safety risks
 "Oil ministry issues advisory, warns petrol pumps against selling loose fuel")
'Countdown has begun, change in Bengal inevitable': PM Modi in Kolkata
Addressing a rally in Kolkata ahead of West Bengal Assembly elections, Prime Minister Narendra Modi accused the TMC government of lawlessness and announced infrastructure projects worth ₹18,680 crore
 "'Countdown has begun, change in Bengal inevitable': PM Modi in Kolkata")
LPG delays, black marketing hit 57% households in the past week: Survey
The survey, conducted by LocalCircles, found that a majority of households reported difficulties in obtaining cooking gas cylinders over the past seven days
 "LPG delays, black marketing hit 57% households in the past week: Survey")
US gains from high oil prices, but Iran nuclear threat top priority: Trump
Trump said the United States earns more revenue when oil prices increase, but said his focus remained on stopping Iran from developing nuclear weapons
 "US gains from high oil prices, but Iran nuclear threat top priority: Trump")
Strait of Hormuz will stay closed, used as leverage, warns Mojtaba Khamenei
In his first comments as Supreme Leader, Khamenei said the critical Strait of Hormuz would remain closed as a means of leverage and that all US bases in the region should be closed immediately
 "Strait of Hormuz will stay closed, used as leverage, warns Mojtaba Khamenei")
Why are ships in the Strait of Hormuz identifying themselves as Chinese?
Iran and groups aligned with it have generally avoided targeting ships linked to China, as per analysts, citing Beijing's relatively neutral position in the conflict and its economic ties with Tehran
 "Why are ships in the Strait of Hormuz identifying themselves as Chinese?")
Govt may release 19 kg commercial LPG cylinders soon to ease supply
The Centre is considering releasing 19 kg LPG cylinders to ease shortages affecting restaurants and industries, while boosting imports and alternative fuel supplies, a petroleum ministry official said
 "Govt may release 19 kg commercial LPG cylinders soon to ease supply")
February retail inflation rises to 3.21% from 2.74% in Jan on new series
CPI inflation increased by 47 basis points year-on-year in February, data showed
 "February retail inflation rises to 3.21% from 2.74% in Jan on new series")
India's crude supply secure, LPG production increased: Hardeep Puri
Minister says India secured alternative energy supplies amid West Asia crisis
 "India's crude supply secure, LPG production increased: Hardeep Puri")
IndiGo London-Mumbai flight diverted to Cairo; Delhi-Manchester returns
Another IndiGo flight operating from London Heathrow to Mumbai, diverted to Cairo on March 8 due to Flight Duty Time Limitations, and will resume its journey on March 10
 "IndiGo London-Mumbai flight diverted to Cairo; Delhi-Manchester returns")
What 'Save America Act' proposes for US voter registration rules
The proposed legislation has triggered debate in the US because it introduces documentary citizenship requirements for voter registration and sets out procedures for verifying eligibility
 "What 'Save America Act' proposes for US voter registration rules")
Delhi riot accused Sharjeel Imam gets interim bail for brother's wedding
Imam has been in custody since January 28, 2020, in connection with the alleged larger conspiracy behind the Delhi riots
 "Delhi riot accused Sharjeel Imam gets interim bail for brother's wedding")
TVK chief Vijay announces slew of freebies for women, including 8 gm gold
In poll-bound Tamil Nadu, Vijay announced several welfare promises for women a day ahead of International Women's Day
 "TVK chief Vijay announces slew of freebies for women, including 8 gm gold")
Iran now 'loser of Middle East': Trump after Tehran apology to neighbours
Trump said that Iran's apology came only after sustained military pressure from the United States and Israel
Pentagon preparing for US war with Iran to last until September: Report
US military planners are said to be allocating resources for a conflict that could extend well beyond Donald Trump's earlier four-to-five week estimate, Politico reported
 "Pentagon preparing for US war with Iran to last until September: Report")
Trump says he must be 'personally involved' in picking Iran's next leader
Trump's remarks suggested a direct role for Washington in shaping Iran's leadership transition, even as senior US officials denied that the military campaign targeted a change of government in Tehran
 "Trump says he must be 'personally involved' in picking Iran's next leader")
Su-30 MKI fighter lost radar contact after take-off in Assam, probe on: IAF
The Indian Air Force said that a Su-30 MKI fighter aircraft lost radar contact after taking off from Jorhat in Assam
 "Su-30 MKI fighter lost radar contact after take-off in Assam, probe on: IAF")
Sarvam AI launches startup programme to back AI builders in India: Details
The programme offers startups up to 12 months of API credits, access to Sarvam's language AI tools, and direct engineering support
 "Sarvam AI launches startup programme to back AI builders in India: Details")
India signs condolence book for Ayatollah Khamenei at Iranian Embassy
The signing of the condolence book the Embassy of Iran marked New Delhi's first official gesture following the death of the Iranian leader
 "India signs condolence book for Ayatollah Khamenei at Iranian Embassy")