Economy

Government Implements Four Labour Codes, Marking Historic Reform For India’s Workforce

Textile Insights November 27, 2025

The Government of India has implemented the four Labour Codes from 21 November 2025, marking one of the most significant labour reforms in the country’s history. Replacing 29 existing laws, the Codes on Wages, Industrial Relations, Social Security and Occupational Safety, Health and Working

Trade & Market

India, Afghanistan Hold Talks To Boost Cooperation In Textile Sector

Textile Insights November 27, 2025

India and Afghanistan held a high-level meeting in New Delhi to explore deeper collaboration in the textile sector. The Afghan delegation, led by Shafiullah Azam, Director General of Economic Relations, met with the Indian delegation headed by A. Bipin Menon, Trade Advisor, Ministry of Textiles. During the discussions, Afghanistan outlined its priorities to strengthen its

Sustainability

NTTM Unveils India’s First Scientific National Flag Recycling Model

Textile Insights November 27, 2025

The National Technical Textiles Mission (NTTM), under the Ministry of Textiles, has supported a landmark initiative that is redefining sustainability in India’s technical textiles industry. The project, which led to the establishment of the Atal Centre of Textile Recycling and Sustainability at IIT Delhi’s Panipat campus, brings together technology, innovation and national

Industry

Messe Frankfurt India Signs MoU To Bring Techtextil India To Coimbatore

Textile Insights November 26, 2025

Messe Frankfurt India has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Guidance Tamil Nadu and the Ministry of Textiles, Government of Tamil Nadu, to host its flagship technical textiles exhibition, Techtextil India, in Coimbatore in 2026. The MoU was formally presented in the august presence of Thiru. M. K. Stalin, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Tamil […]

Apparel, Fashion, Retail

H&M Unveils Its First Beverly Hills Store With A New Concept Experience

Textile Insights November 24, 2025

H&M has opened its first-ever store in Beverly Hills, introducing a new retail concept that showcases the brand’s most fashion-forward collections in one of the world’s premier style destinations. Located at 370 North Beverly Drive, the store features a curated range of elevated womenswear, accessories, and exclusive seasonal lines, including the H&M Studio Holiday

Corporates

Ajay Sardana Named Chairman Of ICC Petrochemical Committee

Textile Insights November 24, 2025

The Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC) has appointed Ajay Sardana as the Chairman of its National Expert Committee on Petrochemical Initiatives, bringing over three decades of industry experience to the role. Sardana currently serves as President & Head – Strategy and Business Development, Polyester Business at Reliance Industries Limited. He also sits on the Boards […]

Industry

Saudi Fashion Commission Launches Breakthrough Red Sea Seaweed Textile At Misk Global Forum

Textile Insights November 24, 2025

The Saudi Fashion Commission has introduced a pioneering bio-based textile made from Red Sea seaweed, marking a significant leap in the Kingdom’s sustainable fashion ambitions. The announcement was made at the Misk Global Forum, where the Commission showcased garments crafted from the new material at The Lab, its dedicated product development studio. The debut took […]

Corporates

Rieter Announces New Group Structure Ahead Of Barmag Division Acquisition

Textile Insights November 24, 2025

Rieter has announced a significant organizational restructuring in preparation for its planned acquisition of OC Oerlikon’s Barmag Division, a move that will position the company as the world’s leading system provider for both natural and man-made fibers. The acquisition is expected to receive regulatory approvals and close in the fourth quarter of 2025. Effective January

Economy

DuPont Global Awards Honour Breakthrough PPE & Emergency Response Innovations

Textile Insights November 24, 2025

DuPont has announced the global winners of its 2025 DuPont Innovation Awards for Thermal and Mechanical Protection, celebrating breakthrough products in personal protective equipment (PPE) and emergency response. This marks the first year the awards were opened globally to innovations using Nomex or Kevlar fabrics, reflecting the rising need for multi-hazard protection.

Industry

Panipat Chintan Shivir To Drive Technical Textiles Vision 2047

Textile Insights November 24, 2025

Panipat is set to take a major step toward becoming a leading hub for technical textiles, with the PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI) and the National Technical Textiles Mission (NTTM), Ministry of Textiles, jointly hosting a high-level Chintan Shivir on November 28, 2025 at Geeta Sarovar Portico, Panipat. Held under the theme ‘Panipat’s […]