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Centre Weighs Integrated Tax Framework To Boost Textile Competitiveness

Textile Insights October 28, 2026

The Centre is working on an integrated tax framework for India’s textile sector to provide greater tax certainty, ease duty-related costs on raw materials and machinery, and improve manufacturers’ competitiveness in global markets, according to a report by The Economic Times. The proposal

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Jordan, ILO Launch Project To Improve Garment Sector Working Conditions

Textile Insights October 27, 2026

Jordan’s Ministry of Labour and the International Labour Organization (ILO) have signed an agreement to launch a project aimed at improving working conditions, protecting workers’ rights and strengthening labour governance in the country’s garment sector. The agreement was signed by Labour Minister Nidal Qatamin and ILO Regional Director for Arab States Ruba Jaradat.

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Surat Embroidery Workers Demand Eight-Hour Shifts, Weekly Holidays

Textile Insights October 19, 2026

Migrant embroidery workers in Surat are demanding eight-hour shifts and weekly holidays under the ‘Gaon Chalo’ campaign, threatening to return to their villages unless working conditions improve. A proposed wage structure offering shorter shifts at lower monthly pay has become a key point of disagreement between workers and employers. The agitation began in August 2026

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CMAI Welcomes UPI Fee Deferral, Seeks Relief For Small Retailers

Textile Insights October 15, 2026

The Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI) has welcomed the deferment of the proposed merchant discount rate (MDR) on select UPI merchant payments, while seeking a review of its impact on small apparel retailers operating on thin margins. The framework, originally scheduled to take effect on October 15, provides for a 0.4% charge on eligible […]

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Surat Traders Seek Parcel Trains To Beat Diwali Rush

Textile Insights October 15, 2026

Surat’s textile traders have urged railway authorities to run at least two parcel trains a week to other states as festive demand gathers pace, saying regular services would cut freight costs and help shipments reach buyers on time. At a meeting with railway officials and the Surat Textile Goods Transport Association, traders flagged delays, cargo […]

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GST Refund Relief For Textile Units, CITI Seeks MMF Rate Cut

Textile Insights October 15, 2026

The GST Council has approved changes to registration and refund procedures, offering potential working capital relief to textile manufacturers and exporters. The Confederation of Indian Textile Industry (CITI) welcomed the move but sought further rate rationalisation on raw materials used in man-made fibre production. The Council approved refunds of accumulated input tax

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Surat Textile Industry Flags 66% Yarn Price Hike, Pending Rs 18 Crore GST Refunds

Textile Insights October 12, 2026

Surat’s textile industry has raised concerns over a sharp increase in yarn prices and delays in Goods and Services Tax (GST) refunds, urging the Centre to intervene as rising costs put pressure on manufacturers and allied segments. Industry representatives raised the issues during a meeting with Union Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh on Friday, warning that […]

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Sri Lanka Invites Indian Textile And Apparel Businesses To Export 2027 Expo

Textile Insights October 12, 2026

Sri Lanka has invited Indian buyers, investors and business leaders to participate in Sri Lanka Export 2027, scheduled to be held in Colombo from January 14 to 17, as the island nation seeks to strengthen trade ties and attract investment. Sri Lankan High Commissioner Mahishini Colonne extended the invitation while speaking at the MIICCIA conference […]

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MANTRA Enters 50th Year As Surat Eyes Shift Towards Technical Textiles

Textile Insights October 12, 2026

The Man-Made Textiles Research Association (MANTRA) has entered its 50th year, marking nearly five decades of research, technical services and industry support as Surat’s textile sector looks to move towards technical textiles, sustainable manufacturing and higher-value products. MANTRA announced the milestone at a press conference in Surat, where its President,

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India Targets No. 1 Position In Global Silk Production By 2028-29

Textile Insights October 9, 2026

India has set its sights on becoming the world’s largest silk-producing country by 2028-29, with the government targeting an increase in domestic silk production to 60,000 metric tonnes by 2030-31. Union Minister of Textiles Giriraj Singh announced the targets while inaugurating the 77th Foundation Day programme of the Central Silk Board (CSB) and an exhibition […]