Better Cotton has extended its standard recognition agreement with its strategic partner in Israel, the Israel Cotton Production and Marketing Board (ICB), for another year. The ICB, a farmer-owned cooperative, represents cotton growers across the country. Since 2020, ICB’s Israel Cotton
The Indian Staffing Federation (ISF) has released the Indian IT Staffing – Sectoral & State Employment Trends Report 2024, underscoring significant trends and projections within India’s IT flexi staffing industry. The report provides an in-depth analysis of trends in IT staffing across various sectors and states, highlighting key advancements and
A high-level US delegation, led by State Department Special Representative Kelly M. Fay Rodriguez and Deputy Undersecretary of the Department of Labor Thea Lee, visited Bangladesh to emphasize the need for labour reforms that strengthen democracy and promote economic prosperity. The delegation, which also included representatives from USAID, major US brands, and global
Banswara Syntex Ltd reported a mixed performance for Q2 FY25, with total income rising to Rs 345.2 crore, an 8.5% year-on-year increase. The quarter saw notable growth in the fabric and garment divisions, offsetting some challenges in the yarn division. The fabric segment experienced strong demand, particularly in the UK and EU, with revenue growing […]
Freudenberg Performance Materials has unveiled a new website for its Filtura filter media brand, reflecting its commitment to innovative filtration solutions. The redesigned platform offers a user-friendly experience, allowing customers and partners to explore Filtura’s high-performance filtration products across the air, liquid and automotive sectors. The website
The AATCC Foundation is now accepting applications for its Student Research Support Grant Program, offering financial assistance to undergraduate and graduate students working on textile-related projects. Students must submit proposals by October 15, 2024, for funding consideration in January 2025. The application is a simple online form, which includes a project
Siyaram’s, one of India’s leading manufacturers of premium suiting and shirting fabrics and fashion apparel, has announced Bollywood superstar Ranbir Kapoor as its new brand ambassador. This strategic partnership aims to elevate the brand’s appeal among the youth, connecting with a new generation of consumers who seek style, sophistication, and an unparalleled
Brown Gibbons Lang & Company (BGL), a leading independent investment bank and financial advisory firm, has announced the appointment of Seth Rosenfield as Managing Director. Rosenfield, with over 25 years of experience in information services, business media and marketing technology & services investment banking, will co-lead BGL’s new Technology & Information
Even as the Union Budget 2024 has not been able to live up to the textile and apparel sector’s expectations in terms of direct benefits, the other macro-economic measures proposed by the Union Finance Minister to boost employment, skilling, infrastructure, start-up ecosystem, MSMEs, financial support for clean energy transition as also ensuing fiscal consolidation of […]
A delegation of 14 entrepreneurs from Burkina Faso visited the Tiruppur Exporters’ Association (TEA), facilitated by Gherzi Consulting, New Delhi, to seek guidance on converting their locally grown cotton into garments and adding value to their textile industry. The delegation was received by the Association’s President, K.M. Subramanian, General Secretary N.