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Centexbel Brings European Testing Expertise To India’s Textile Industry

Textile Insights August 9, 2026

At Bharat Tex 2026, Centexbel highlighted its growing engagement with the Indian textile industry, from technical textile testing and OEKO-TEX certification to PFAS testing and European compliance requirements. The quality of conversations, rather than just the volume of visitors, stood out for

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‘The Demand For Blended Fabrics Was Clearly Dominant At Bharat Tex’

Textile Insights August 9, 2026

Sanket Sunilkumar Bangad, Director, Bangad Group, on the quality of buyers at Bharat Tex 2026, the growing interest in blended fabrics and expectations of a stronger second half. For Bangad Group, Bharat Tex 2026 delivered a highly encouraging experience, with strong participation from domestic buyers and a notably high quality of business visitors. “It was […]

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India’s Next Big Fibre Opportunity Could Be In Agriculture Waste!

Textile Insights August 9, 2026

Nicole Rycroft on Bharat Tex 2026, the need to diversify India’s fibre basket and the opportunity to turn agricultural waste into next-generation materials For Canopy, Bharat Tex 2026 is becoming an important platform for India to demonstrate its ambitions in the global textile industry. “India has been a long-respected and trusted major manufacturing hub for […]

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Bharat Tex Reflects Growing Industry Appetite For Green Investment

Textile Insights August 9, 2026

Shruti Singh, Director – India, Canopy, on Bharat Tex 2026, the growing focus on sustainability and the need for greater coordination to scale next-generation materials The growing return of international buyers, stronger investor interest and deeper conversations around sustainability are among the key trends Shruti Singh, Director – India, Canopy, observed at Bharat Tex

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Shahi Exports: Showcasing The Strength Of India’s Integrated Apparel Industry

Textile Insights August 9, 2026

Harish Ahuja speaks on Bharat Tex 2026, the value of global engagement and India’s evolving position as a preferred textile and apparel sourcing destination For Shahi Exports, Bharat Tex 2026 has provided an important platform for the Indian textile and apparel industry to connect with global stakeholders and showcase the capabilities India has developed over […]

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Punjab Pitches Integrated Textile Ecosystem To Global Investors At Bharat Tex 2026

Textile Insights August 9, 2026

Punjab is positioning itself as a complete textile manufacturing and export hub, with the state government unveiling a new industrial policy and inviting domestic and global investors to expand their presence in the sector. Speaking at the inauguration of the Punjab State Pavilion and the Punjab State Session at Bharat Tex 2026 in New Delhi, […]

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We Try To Create That Bond, That Trust And The Feeling That We Are A Part Of The Fair: Rajeev Gupta

Textile Insights August 9, 2026

Rajeev Gupta on Bharat Tex becoming India’s signature textile exhibition, the company’s transformation journey, India’s need to strengthen garmenting, and the next phase of growth. For Rajeev Gupta, Joint Managing Director, RSWM Ltd., Bharat Tex 2026 has evolved into far more than an industry exhibition. It has become a meeting point for India’s

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Sanrachna Hackathon Highlights Young Innovators In Technical Textiles At Bharat Tex 2026

Textile Insights August 9, 2026

One of the key attractions at the Textile Business Digest (TBD) Pavilion during Bharat Tex 2026 was the Sanrachna Hackathon, which showcased innovative solutions developed by students and young entrepreneurs from across India. The participants presented a range of practical applications in technical textiles, including protective garments for farmers, advanced wound-care

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Bharat Tex 2026: India’s Textile Ambition Takes Centrestage

Textile Insights August 9, 2026

With record participation, major investment commitments, global partnerships and discussions spanning trade, technology and sustainability, Bharat Tex 2026 has emerged as more than an exhibition, it is becoming a platform for India’s textile ambitions. When Bharat Tex 2026 opened at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, it presented a powerful picture of India’s textile industry in

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Trützschler’s CL-X Pre-Cleaner Goes Beyond Spinning To Unlock Value In Cotton Ginning

Textile Insights August 9, 2026

Trützschler Spinning’s CL-X Pre-Cleaner has established itself as a proven solution in blowroom lines worldwide, with hundreds of installations demonstrating high cleaning efficiency, lower waste generation, improved productivity and significant energy savings. Now, the technology is finding success beyond spinning preparation, with new applications in cotton ginning