Cotton

CAI Projects 7% Rise In Cotton Acreage For 2026-27

Textile Insights May 27, 2026

India’s cotton acreage is expected to increase by nearly 7 percent in the 2026-27 crop year, driven by higher minimum support prices and improved returns to farmers during the current season, according to the latest estimates released by Cotton Association of India (CAI). In a joint statement,

Industry

West Asia Conflict Adds Cost Pressure On India’s Textile Sector: Crisil

Textile Insights May 27, 2026

The ongoing conflict in West Asia is expected to increase cost pressures for India’s textile and readymade garment sectors, with higher fuel prices, freight costs and supply-chain disruptions likely to impact profitability, according to a recent report by Crisil Ratings. The agency noted that crude-linked segments, particularly polyester textiles, could face significant

Corporates

ICT Mumbai Receives Rs 1 Crore Donation To Boost Textile Research

Textile Insights May 27, 2026

The Department of Fibres and Textile Processing Technology at Institute of Chemical Technology Mumbai has received a significant contribution of Rs 1 crore from Ullhas Nimkar, Chairman of Nimkartek Testing Services, on the occasion of the 100th birth anniversary of Dr. M. V. Nimkar. The contribution, made under the Dr. M. V. Nimkar Foundation, is […]

Policies

States Invited To Apply Under Rs 33,660 Cr BHAVYA Scheme

Textile Insights May 27, 2026

The Centre has invited states to submit applications under the newly launched BHAVYA (Bharat Audyogik Vikas Yojna) scheme, a major industrial infrastructure initiative with an outlay of Rs 33,660 crore aimed at developing 100 world-class industrial parks across the country. Announcing the rollout, Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said several states have

Sustainability

Delhi Government To Launch Clothing Recycling Programme At 10 Metro Stations

Textile Insights May 27, 2026

The Delhi government will soon roll out a clothing recycling programme across 10 major Delhi Metro stations, enabling commuters to deposit old and unused garments for recycling and reuse, according to an official release. The initiative, being launched under the direction of Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, will involve the installation of dedicated collection boxes by […]

Corporates

KARL MAYER Deepens Customer Engagement In Türkiye Ahead Of ITM 2026

Textile Insights May 27, 2026

Strengthening its longstanding commitment to the Turkish textile industry, KARL MAYER recently hosted a dedicated Customer Insight Week in Türkiye, strengthening strategic partnerships and deepening collaboration with customers ahead of ITM 2026. Türkiye has remained one of KARL MAYER’s most significant markets for decades. The partnership dates back to 1951, when the

Event

MoT Hosts Two-Day Workshop To Strengthen Financial Governance

Textile Insights May 27, 2026

The Ministry of Textiles (MoT), in association with the Arun Jaitley National Institute of Financial Management (AJNIFM), successfully organised a two-day workshop for Finance Officers on 23–24 May 2026 to enhance financial governance and strengthen institutional financial management practices. Conducted by the Office of the Chief Controller of Accounts (O/o CCA) under the

Corporates

Campus Activewear Elevates Uplaksh Tewary As Chief Operating Officer

Textile Insights May 27, 2026

Campus Activewear Ltd., has promoted Uplaksh Tewary to the position of Chief Operating Officer (COO), strengthening its leadership team as the company sharpens its focus on operational excellence and accelerated growth in India’s fast-evolving footwear and activewear market. Based at the company’s Gurugram headquarters, Tewary will now oversee Campus Activewear’s

Corporates

Kanchan India, Laxmi Vishal Recognised For Sustainable Manufacturing Practices

Textile Insights May 27, 2026

In recognition of their outstanding contribution to sustainable industrial practices, Kanchan India Limited and Laxmi Vishal Processors have been honoured with the prestigious Environmental Excellence Award, reinforcing their leadership in environmentally responsible textile manufacturing. The award, presented by the Collector of Bhilwara, Rajasthan, acknowledges the

Policies

Rajasthan Approves New Industrial Policy To Boost Talent-Driven Growth

Textile Insights May 27, 2026

The Rajasthan Cabinet has approved a new industrial development policy aimed at strengthening the State’s industrial ecosystem through a sharper focus on the talent economy, advanced manufacturing and private sector participation. The policy, approved during a Cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma, seeks to build world-class industrial infrastructure