Industry

Centre Backs Andhra Pradesh’s Push To Emerge As A Major Textile Manufacturing Hub

Textile Insights May 30, 2026

Union Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh has reaffirmed the Centre’s commitment to supporting Andhra Pradesh’s transformation into a major textile manufacturing destination, highlighting the need for stronger cotton productivity, modern manufacturing capabilities and greater participation in

Cotton

Govt Waives Cotton Import Duty Temporarily To Support Textile Industry

Textile Insights May 30, 2026

In a move aimed at ensuring raw material availability and stabilising input costs for the textile sector, the Government of India has announced a temporary exemption on customs duty for cotton imports from June 1 to October 31, 2026. The decision is designed to maintain a balanced approach between protecting domestic cotton growers and supporting […]

Machinery

30,000 RPM Performance Benchmark: LMW LRJ 9 Ring Frame Delivers High-Speed Spinning Excellence At LS Mills

Textile Insights May 26, 2026

Pushing the boundaries of productivity in ring spinning requires the ability to achieve higher spindle speeds while maintaining consistent yarn quality and machine stability. LS Mills, Theni has successfully installed and commissioned 14400 spindles, LMW LRJ 9 Ring Frames in the past year. LMW worked very closely with the technical team of LS mills, implemented […]

Machinery

World’s Longest Ring Frame In Operation – LMW Ring Frame LRJ 90 With 2400 Spindles

Textile Insights March 30, 2026

In a spinning industry where productivity, space efficiency and energy optimization define competitiveness, Pongalur Pioneer Textiles has commissioned fourteen LRJ 90 Series ring frames from LMW Limited, each configured with 2400 spindles. The total addition of 33,600 spindles sets a new global benchmark in modern ring spinning. A Strategic Expansion – Not Just a Machine

Corporates

Industry Veteran S. Rajendran Begins A New Chapter

Textile Insights January 26, 2026

Industry veteran S. Rajendran has exited A.T.E. Enterprises Pvt. Ltd., after a 35-year tenure and has transitioned into a freelance consulting role. Rajendran, who served as Senior Vice President & Business Head – Textile Engineering Group (Processing & Accessories) and Zonal Head – South India, confirmed that he has officially stepped down from his full-time […]

Corporates

Arvind Appoints Rajarshi Ghosh As CEO Of Denim Business

Textile Insights January 23, 2026

Arvind Ltd., the textile-to-retail conglomerate and a pioneer in Indian denim, has appointed Rajarshi Ghosh as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of its Denim business. In this role, Ghosh will focus on driving profitable growth, strengthening customer partnerships, advancing digital adoption across the denim value chain and fostering a performance-led culture. Welcoming him to

Corporates

Arvind Fashions Appoints Amitabh Suri As CEO Of Flying Machine

Textile Insights January 23, 2026

Arvind Fashions Limited has named Amitabh Suri as CEO of Flying Machine, in addition to his current role leading U.S. Polo Assn. in India. The move follows the exit of Nidhi Raj, who led Flying Machine from November 2021 until February 2025. The leadership consolidation comes as the Lalbhai Group company sharpens execution across its […]

Corporates

Itema Opens New Surat Service Center, Strengthens Regional Presence

Textile Insights November 27, 2025

Itema has officially inaugurated its new Surat Service Center during a ceremony attended by customers and partners from across the region. Itema has been active in India since 2002 through a fully established branch with more than 50 employees, offering comprehensive sales, after-sales support, technical assistance and advanced repair services. This strong local presence

Industry

India Launches Anti-Dumping Probe Against Chinese Polyester Textured Yarn Imports

Textile Insights November 21, 2025

Domestic manufacturers allege steep price undercutting; Reliance and Wellknown Polyester lead petition The Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR) has initiated an anti-dumping investigation into imports of Polyester Textured Yarn (PTY) from China, following complaints from India’s largest polyester manufacturers that Chinese exporters are causing material injury to

Sustainability

Indorama Ventures Unveils Skin-Friendly, Sustainable deja Care Fibre Range

Textile Insights October 14, 2025

Indorama Ventures Public Company Ltd, a global leader in sustainable chemicals, has launched deja Care, a new range of skin-friendly PET fibres and filament yarns designed for soft-skin apparel applications. Tested against 17 harmful chemicals and certified to OEKO-TEX Standard 100, DIN EN 71-3, and ISO 17294-2 standards, the deja Care range offers a safer […]