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BSL Maps Rs 18,000 Crore Facilitation Plan With GOS 2.0

Textile Insights March 4, 2026

The Brands & Sourcing Leaders Association (BSL) has announced the launch of Global Outreach Summit (GOS) 2.0 in New Delhi, outlining an ambitious roadmap to facilitate Rs 18,000 crore (approximately US$ 2 billion) in business for the apparel and lifestyle industry during FY 2026–28. The

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Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris Strengthens Smart Sourcing

Textile Insights March 2, 2026

The 58th edition of Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris concluded on February 4 at the Paris-Le-Bourget Exhibition Centre after three days of intense business activity, reaffirming its position as a leading global sourcing platform for international buyers. Bringing together 1100 exhibitors, the show delivered strong commercial momentum despite ongoing structural shifts in the

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Thailand’s Digital Leaders Drive Industry 4.0 At Manufacturing IT Summit 2026

Textile Insights February 25, 2026

Thailand is entering a transformative phase in its manufacturing evolution, driven by accelerating adoption of Industry 4.0 technologies, artificial intelligence, industrial automation, smart factories, and data-driven production strategies. Curated by Exito Media Concepts, a global leader in B2B technology platforms, the Manufacturing IT Summit draws on deep industry

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Giriraj Singh Inaugurates NHDC Handloom Expo In Delhi

Textile Insights February 24, 2026

Union Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh inaugurated the Special Handloom Expo and the 43rd Foundation Day celebrations of the National Handloom Development Corporation (NHDC) at Handloom Haat on February 23, 2026. The event was attended by Neelam Shami Rao, Secretary (Textiles), Dr. M. Beena, Development Commissioner (Handlooms) and other senior officials. The Foundation Day

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Orange O Tec Launches High-Speed Colorix Position Pro At SITEX 2026

Textile Insights February 23, 2026

Surat witnessed a major leap in digital textile innovation as Orange O Tec unveiled its next-generation Colorix Position Pro for embroidery and jacquard at SITEX 2026. The advanced positioning printing system was formally launched by Rajesh Gandhi, Senior Vice-President of Gujarat Chamber of Commerce and Industry and promoter of Vadilal Industries, along with Nikhil

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Vastra 2026 : Where Textile Ideas Turn Into Innovation

Textile Insights February 16, 2026

The Department of Textile Engineering at Veermata Jijabai Technological Institute (VJTI) is set to stage its flagship national-level textile summit, Vastra 2026, on March 27–28, 2026, bringing together budding engineers, designers and industry leaders for two days of innovation, competition and collaboration. Positioned as a platform that blends engineering precision with

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TAI Mumbai’s Textiles 2030 Conference Focuses On The Future Of Textiles

Textile Insights February 10, 2026

The Indian textile and apparel industry stands at a defining moment, shaped as much by geopolitics and regulatory pressures as by technology and shifting consumer expectations. These themes formed the core of the International Conference titled ‘Textiles 2030 – Navigating Geopolitics, Technology Innovations and Global Expectations,’ organized by the Textile Association

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Industry Confidence And Continuity Define Heimtextil 2026

Textile Insights February 10, 2026

With 3,000 exhibitors and buyers from 148 nations, the fair emerged as a trusted platform navigating AI, design evolution and shifting global supply chains. Heimtextil 2026 concluded with a strong restatement of its position as the world’s leading platform for home and contract textiles, drawing 3,000 exhibitors from 66 countries and welcoming over 48,000 buyers […]

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Cinte Techtextil China 2026 To Spotlight AI And Emerging Segments

Textile Insights February 5, 2026

Cinte Techtextil China 2026 is set to return from 1–3 September 2026 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre, with a renewed focus on artificial intelligence (AI), sustainability and high-growth segments in technical textiles and nonwovens. Organisers said the fair continues to refine its format to foster meaningful business interactions and identify emerging

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Woolmark Connects Indian Exporters With Japan Market

Textile Insights February 5, 2026

The Woolmark Company has launched Wool Connect, a B2B matchmaking initiative aimed at connecting Woolmark-certified Indian wool manufacturers with international buyers, strengthening global wool supply chain partnerships and promoting the use of high-quality Australian merino wool in premium markets. The inaugural edition of the programme was held in Tokyo in collaboration