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US' 50% tariff to hit key Indian export sectors hard: Crisil
The US decision to impose a 25 per cent tariff on imports from India is set to significantly impact earnings in sectors such as...
Will evolving sustainability dynamics impact India's CETA gains in UK?
The recently signed Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) between India and the United Kingdom has opened a major window of opportunity for Indian...
India's WPI inflation drops to -0.58% in July 2025
The annual rate of inflation based on all India wholesale price index (WPI) number is (-) 0.58 per cent (provisional) for the month of...
Alaska calculus: What the Trump–Putin meeting means for India?
The 25 per cent additional tariff announced by US President Donald Trump on Indian goods is set to come into effect from August 27,...
13th edition of Gartex Texprocess India Expo returns to Delhi
Gartex Texprocess India Expo is set to break new grounds with its upcoming exhibition scheduled to take place at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi from...
Spunweb Group invests in two advanced nonwoven production lines
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New US Tariffs: What They Mean for Bangladesh’s Apparel Exports
New US Tariffs: What They Mean for Bangladesh’s Apparel Exports By
India Pavilion and international exhibitors to feature selection of cotton at Yarn Expo Autumn 2025
India Pavilion and international exhibitors to feature selection of cotton at Yarn Expo Autumn 2025 By
CPI Inflation Eases to 1.6% in July on Lower Food Prices: CareEdge Ratings
CareEdge Ratings has reported that India’s CPI inflation eased further to 1.6% in July 2025, driven largely by a deepening deflation in the food...
Brand Concepts Opens Tommy Hilfiger Unit in Ujjain-Indore
Brand Concepts Limited, a prominent player in India’s fashion and lifestyle retail sector, has inaugurated a new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in the Ujjain-Indore region....
Textile manufacturing, automation, aftercare and apparel trends to dominate the agenda at Gartex Texprocess India New Delhi 2025
Textile manufacturing, automation, aftercare and apparel trends to dominate the agenda at Gartex Texprocess India New Delhi 2025 By
Pushing the recycling agenda: Techtextil India announces strategic tie-up for launching ‘ReCycle Zone’
Pushing the recycling agenda: Techtextil India announces strategic tie-up for launching ‘ReCycle Zone’ By
PM Modi hails textile sector as India’s strength
PM Modi hails textile sector as India’s strength Posted by Editorial Team | Jul 28, 2025 | News Ahead of the National Handloom Day...
India Tightens Import Rules on Bangladeshi Jute Products, Bans Entry via Land Ports
India Tightens Import Rules on Bangladeshi Jute Products, Bans Entry via Land Ports By
Yarn Expo Autumn 2025 to bridge East–West collaboration and push sustainability
Yarn Expo Autumn 2025 to bridge East–West collaboration and push sustainability
Techtextil India announces strategic tie-up for launching ‘ReCycle Zone’
In a major push to advance circularity and environmental accountability in the technical textiles sector, Techtextil India 2025 will launch the dedicated ‘ReCycle Zone’...
India reopens PLI scheme for textiles amid US tariff impact
As the Indian textile and apparel industry faces a challenging scenario following the imposition of a 50 per cent tariff by the US administration,...
Brazil set to conclude 2024–25 cotton season with record 2.82 million tons in exports
Brazil set to conclude 2024–25 cotton season with record 2.82 million tons in exports
Bangladesh exporting around US $40 bn with a notable portion, approximately US $8 billion, directed towards the USA
Bangladesh exporting around US $40 bn with a notable portion, approximately US $8 billion, directed towards the USA By
India's Maharashtra state cabinet approves 105-km freight corridor
India’s Maharashtra state cabinet recently approved construction of a 104.8-km high-speed freight corridor connecting the upcoming Vadhavan Port in Palghar district with Bharvir in...
US witnessed a modest increase in apparel imports, reaching $38.16bn globally during FY Jan-Jun2025
US witnessed a modest increase in apparel imports, reaching $38.16bn globally during FY Jan-Jun2025 By
Trump’s reciprocal tariffs hit over 90 countries, reshaping global trade
Trump’s reciprocal tariffs hit over 90 countries, reshaping global trade
Trump Imposes Additional 25% Tariff On India, Total Goes Up To 50%
Trump Imposes Additional 25% Tariff On India, Total Goes Up To 50% By
RSWM Reports Q1 FY26 Profit of ₹7 Cr with 50% EBITDA Rise
RSWM Limited (BSE: 500350 / NSE: RSWM), one of India’s leading textile manufacturers specialising in value-added synthetic, mélange, and blended yarns, along with denim...
India's Raymond Lifestyle posts record $168.57 mn Q1 FY26 revenue
Indian retailer of fabric and fashion products, Raymond Lifestyle Limited, has announced its unaudited financial results for the first quarter (Q1) of fiscal 2026...
Indian Retail Landscape, Game of Thrones: Physical, Digital or Quick!
!assets/images/img_3878-1.jpg “img_3878-1”) Govind Shrikhande Retail is the Most Visible Face of the Progress of Consumerism. The Variety of Products, Brands, Channels, and Players are...
IHGF Delhi Fair celebrates 60 years, with showcase of 3,000 exhibitors planned
!assets/images/dehli-fair-2025-pillow-resized-300x202-1.jpg "dehli-fair-2025-pillow-resized-300x202-1") Textiles and linen exhibitors are scheduled to attend the 2025 fair. Delhi, India – IHGF Delhi Fair has scheduled its 60th anniversary...
ColorJet Launches Academy to Upskill Digital Printing Talent
ColorJet, India’s largest manufacturer of digital printing solutions, has announced the launch of the ColorJet Academy, a dedicated learning platform designed to enhance technical,...
CITI urges urgent government action after sharp US tariff hike
The Confederation of Indian Textile Industry (CITI) is deeply concerned about the potential adverse impact of the effective 50 per cent US tariff rate...
India’s Textile Sector Eyes $100B Export Target by 2030
India is aiming to achieve USD 100 billion in textile and apparel exports by the year 2030. To reach this goal, CTA Apparels—one of...
India's index of industrial production grows 1.5% in June 2025
India’s index of industrial production (IIP) grew at 1.5 per cent in June this year compared to 1.2 per cent in May, according to...
PHDCCI Conference Sets Roadmap for Technical Textiles
The PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI), in collaboration with the Ministry of Textiles under the National Technical Textiles Mission (NTTM), hosted a...
India–UK Free Trade Agreement: A Competitive Shake-Up for Bangladesh
India–UK Free Trade Agreement: A Competitive Shake-Up for Bangladesh By
India's Trident posts $207.24 mn revenue in Q1; EBITDA jumps 18%
Indian manufacturer of textiles Trident Limited has recorded a consolidated revenue of ₹1,727 crore (~$207.24 million) in the first quarter (Q1) of fiscal 2026...
India’s definitive home products sourcing platform
India’s definitive home products sourcing platform Posted by Editorial Team | Jul 16, 2025 | News HGH India, the country’s leading bi-annual trade show...
Grasim Industries’ Cellulosic Fashion Yarn Business will be launching an Innovative Sustainable & Traceable Filament Yarn at the 7th edition of Yarn Expo in Surat
Satyaki Ghosh, CEO of Cellulosic Fashion Yarn business, Grasim Industries Ltd Grasim Industries’ Cellulosic Fashion Yarn business will be launching a transformative offering under...
TGV SRAAC expands Kurnool plant with thyssenkrupp tech
Indian caustic soda major TGV SRAAC Ltd. (formerly Sree Rayalaseema Alkalies and Allied Chemicals Ltd.) has commissioned thyssenkrupp nucera to expand its chlor-alkali plants...
India–UK FTA to Transform India’s Textile Exports, Says RSWM
In response to the recently concluded India–UK Free Trade Agreement, Mr. Rajeev Gupta, Joint Managing Director of RSWM Ltd., shared his insights on the...
India’s Economy in July 2025: Inflation Falls, Capex Rises
CareEdge Ratings has released its latest edition of the Economic Pathway for July 2025, highlighting key macroeconomic trends shaping India’s fiscal outlook. Key Highlights:...
10th India Machine Tools Show inaugurated, set to play role of catalyst in India’s industrial growth
10th India Machine Tools Show inaugurated, set to play role of catalyst in India’s industrial growth By
Yarn Expo Autumn to inspire international exchange and promote sustainability
Yarn Expo Autumn to inspire international exchange and promote sustainability
Nesterra, a K. K. Birla Group brand unveils 5.0 Collection at a grand showcase event in Mumbai
Nesterra, a K. K. Birla Group brand unveils 5.0 Collection at a grand showcase event in Mumbai Posted by Editorial Team | Jun 30,...
Innovating Performance: Oppermann’s Edge in Engineered Webbing and Safety Solutions
Founded in 1848 in Einbeck, Germany, Oppermann has grown from a small trade business into a global force in technical webbings and textile engineering....
India-UK FTA to Boost Apparel Exports and Investments
The Apparel Export Promotion Council (AEPC) has lauded the signing of the historic Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and the United Kingdom, finalized...
India’s leading trade show returns with sustainability, design foresight, and new-age retail innovation for homes at its core
India’s leading trade show returns with sustainability, design foresight, and new-age retail innovation for homes at its core Posted by Editorial Team | Jun...
HGH India 2025 opens with a grand inaugural ceremony in Mumbai
HGH India 2025 opens with a grand inaugural ceremony in Mumbai Posted by Editorial Team | Jul 2, 2025 | News The 17th edition...
FTA Spurs Textile Exports but Raises Climate Concerns
With the UK–India Free Trade Agreement now signed—hailed as one of the most significant trade developments post-Brexit—there’s increasing attention on its potential to boost...
Cotton yarn demand weakens in North India, but prices remain steady in Delhi
Cotton yarn demand weakens in North India, but prices remain steady in Delhi
CMAI Welcomes India–UK FTA as Export Opportunities Rise
Following the landmark Free Trade Agreement between India and the UK, the Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI) has expressed its full support, highlighting...
Bangladesh’s Apparel Exports to EU Jump 17.6% in Jan–May 2025
Bangladesh’s Apparel Exports to EU Jump 17.6% in Jan–May 2025 By
First Steps in Charkha Spinning
First Steps in Charkha Spinning Curious about spinning short-stapled fibers such as cotton? Consider the charkha! Curious about spinning short-stapled fibers such as cotton?...
India's Q4 FY25 merchandise exports to grow 3.64% YoY: Exim Bank
India’s total merchandise exports will be worth $124.8 billion in the fourth quarter (Q4) of fiscal 2024-25 (FY25)—a year-on-year (YoY) growth of 3.64 per...
Giriraj Singh Inaugurates Garment technology, Dyes & chemicals, Handicraft events
The Union Minister of Textiles inaugurated Garment technology, Dyes & chemicals, Handicraft events at the India Expo Centre & Mart, Greater Noida by lighting...
Bharat Tex: Tiruppur leads sustainable revolution in textiles
India is one of the most important textile hubs, and Tiruppur is transforming its production process by focusing on sustainable practices such as Zero...
Bharat Tex: India aims to boost T&A exports 2.5-fold in 5 Years
India is confident of achieving a target of $100 billion in textile and apparel exports, including overseas shipments of garments worth $40 billion, within...
Bharat Tex: Garment resale befitted response to environmental concerns
Indians are considered the thriftiest consumers in the world. The resale of used garments is a suitable answer to the mounting pressure on the...
The LYCRA Company launches new COOLMAX CORE fibre at Bharat Tex 2025
The LYCRA Company, a global leader in developing innovative and sustainable fiber and technology solutions for the apparel industry, will introduce its exclusive new...
Reliance showcases Industry-Leading Polyester Technologies, RElan SuPer and HEXaREL Quanta Fabrics
Reliance Industries Limited (RIL), India’s largest private sector company, is participating in BharatTex 2025, reaffirming its commitment to sustainability and innovation in the textile...
Digital Love: India’s Valentine’s Gifting Sees 10M Online Orders
India’s gifting landscape is undergoing a digital transformation, with online platforms emerging as the preferred choice for festive and occasion-based shopping. In the first...
Budget 2025-26 announces Rs. 5272 crores for the Ministry of Textiles
The Union Budget 2025-26 was presented by the Union Finance Minister on February 1, 2025. The Budget announced an outlay of Rs. 5272 crores...
