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Alok Industries Expands Global Footprint In Home Textiles & Apparel

Textile Insights February 13, 2025

Now part of Reliance Industries, India’s largest conglomerate, Alok Industries is set to strengthen its position in the global textile market. Under the leadership of textile veteran Biji Chacko as Group Chief Operating Officer, Jayesh Saxena as CEO of the Home Textiles Division, and Ravi

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Giriraj Singh Inaugurated Key Textile Events at Bharat Tex 2025 in Greater Noida

Textile Insights February 13, 2025

Union Minister of Textiles, Giriraj Singh, inaugurated a series of key industry events focusing on garment technology, dyes & chemicals, and handicrafts at the India Expo Centre & Mart, Greater Noida, under the umbrella of Bharat Tex 2025. The inauguration, marked by the traditional lighting of the lamp, set the stage for a dynamic platform […]

Corporates

WTC Mumbai Appoints Priya Pansare As Director – Trade Promotions

Textile Insights February 11, 2025

World Trade Centre (WTC), Mumbai, has appointed Priya Pansare as Director of Trade Promotions. With extensive experience in trade organizations, she has built strong networks across industry, government and academia. Pansare brings expertise in trade exhibitions, global market education and corporate communications, along with a strategic focus on digital marketing. Her

Product Launch & Innovation

Colors By Rupa Launches The ‘Dry Fit’ Collection

Textile Insights February 11, 2025

Colors by Rupa, a brand under Rupa & Company, has unveiled its latest “Dry Fit” collection, part of the ‘Playsure’ range. The collection seamlessly blends comfort, performance and style, catering to today’s active lifestyle. Crafted with advanced polyester fabric, elastane-based materials, and strategically placed mesh panels, the Dry Fit collection offers exceptional

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Honouring Excellence With ITAMMA Awards 2023/24

Textile Insights February 11, 2025

The Indian Textile Accessories & Machinery Manufacturers Association (ITAMMA)  Award function was held on February 1, 2025, at i-Hub Gujarat, Ahmedabad. The award function witnessed key industry figures discussing the future of the textile sector. Prakash Shah, Chairman of Prashant Group of Industries, was honoured with the ITAMMA Life-Time Achievement Award for his

Product Launch & Innovation

Vinted Launches ‘Re~invinted’ To Celebrate The Second-Hand Revolution

Textile Insights February 11, 2025

Vinted, Europe’s leading C2C marketplace for second-hand fashion, has launched ‘Re~invinted’, a campaign and interactive website experience supporting its new creative platform, “New Again.” The campaign highlights the joy of second-hand shopping—finding great deals, selling with ease and embracing sustainable fashion. ‘Re~invinted’ unveils shopping behaviours of millions

Corporates

Mayank Tiwari Joins Arvind Ltd As Group Chief Strategy Officer

Textile Insights February 11, 2025

Mayank Tiwari has been appointed as the Group Chief Strategy Officer at Arvind Ltd. In this role, he will lead the conglomerate’s strategy and corporate development initiatives, working closely with the promoters and portfolio CEOs to drive growth and transformation. Tiwari brings over two decades of global strategic and operational experience across multiple industries

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SASMIRA Celebrates 75th Foundation Day With Amrit Mahotsav

Textile Insights February 11, 2025

The Synthetic & Art Silk Mills’ Research Association (SASMIRA) celebrated its 75th Foundation Day, marking 75 years of excellence in textile research, education and industry development. Established in 1950, SASMIRA has played a pivotal role in advancing the man-made textile industry in India. The grand event was graced by distinguished dignitaries, including

Apparel, Fashion, Retail

Mango To Expand UK Presence With 20 New Stores In 2025

Textile Insights February 11, 2025

Mango, a leading international fashion brand, is set to strengthen its UK presence with 20 new store openings in 2025, focusing on London, central England, Scotland, Northern Ireland and Cardiff. This expansion is part of the brand’s 4E 2024-2026 Strategic Plan, aimed at enhancing its value proposition, innovation, sustainability and store network. Daniel López, Mango’s

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Usha Yarns Earns Belleo Certification For Recycled Yarn Excellence

Textile Insights February 11, 2025

Usha Yarns Ltd, a leading player in sustainable textile production, has been awarded the prestigious Belleo certification by Saurer, recognizing the outstanding quality of its recycled yarns spun on Saurer BD semi-automatic rotor spinning machines. Under the leadership of Anurag Gupta, Usha Yarns has set industry benchmarks in technological excellence and quality standards