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Textiles Ministry Launches Swadeshi Drive To Boost Domestic Demand For Textile Products

Textile Insights October 6, 2025

The Ministry of Textiles has rolled out the Swadeshi Campaign, a nationwide initiative aimed at boosting domestic demand for handloom, handicrafts and textile products. The campaign, which will run for six to nine months, seeks to reposition Indian textiles as aspirational products of pride,

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Amid US Tariff Hurdles, India’s Textile Sector Pins Hopes On TEPA

Textile Insights October 3, 2025

The Confederation of Indian Textile Industry (CITI) has expressed optimism about the Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) between India and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA), which came into force on October 1, 2025. The agreement is expected to significantly boost exports of Indian textile and apparel products to Europe. “The TEPA can serve […]

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ITME Society’s Seema Srivastava Earns Doctorate In Management Studies

Textile Insights September 29, 2025

Seema Srivastava, Executive Director of the India International Textile Machinery Exhibition (ITME) Society, has successfully completed her Doctorate in Management Studies from the Indian Institute of Business Management and Studies (IIBMS). Her doctoral thesis, titled ‘Brand Equity and Strategic Marketing for Exhibitions,’ explored the intersection of branding, marketing

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India Showcases Textiles In London, Pitches CETA Advantage

Textile Insights September 25, 2025

A high-level Indian textile delegation led by Neelam Shami Rao, Secretary, Ministry of Textiles, is visiting London to showcase India’s strength across the textile value chain and deepen bilateral trade engagement with the United Kingdom. The delegation, comprising representatives of all major Export Promotion Councils (EPCs) and leading exporters, aims to highlight

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Maharashtra To Set Up Six Technical Textile Parks: FICCI–Wazir Report

Textile Insights September 24, 2025

Maharashtra will establish six technical textile parks, one in each revenue division, as part of its push to become a hub for advanced textiles, state textiles minister Sanjay Savkare said on Friday. The announcement came at the launch of the FICCI–Wazir Advisors Annual Textile Industry Report during the TAG 2025 Annual Textile Conference. Savkare said […]

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Cambrelle Expands Manufacturing To Vietnam To Strengthen Global Supply Chains

Textile Insights September 23, 2025

Cambrelle, the world’s leading performance lining brand for footwear, has begun production in Vietnam to better support global brands and meet growing local supply chain needs. The expansion introduces two state-of-the-art production lines that deliver the same world-class quality and consistency Cambrelle is known for worldwide. The Vietnam facility also enables

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How GST 2.0 Rate Cuts Will Strengthen India’s Textile And Apparel Value Chain

Textile Insights September 22, 2025

For the economy and the textile industry, GST 2.0 reforms are undoubtedly a landmark step. The reduction in manmade fibres from 18% to 5% and synthetic yarn from 12% to 5% will substantially strengthen the country’s textile industry while enhancing its competitiveness and stimulating consumption. Handloom, handicraft goods, yarns and carpets have also been shifted […]

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Indian Textiles Must Embrace Innovation, Says CITI Deputy Chairman

Textile Insights September 18, 2025

India’s textile and apparel industry must step up innovation and embed sustainability to stay competitive in global markets and achieve its export and domestic growth targets, according to Confederation of Indian Textile Industry (CITI) Deputy Chairman Ashwin Chandran. “Innovation is no longer a choice, it is a pathway to futureproofing our industry,” Chandran said at […]

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MMF Textile Industry Seeks GST Cut On Raw Materials & Garments

Textile Insights September 17, 2025

The Southern Gujarat Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SGCCI), along with man-made fabric (MMF) associations from across India, has urged the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) to slash GST on key raw materials from 18% to 5%. A delegation led by SGCCI Vice-President Ashok Jirawala and former President Ashish Gujarati met CBIC […]

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BGMEA Seeks Faster Customs Services To Boost Garment Exports

Textile Insights September 17, 2025

The Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) has urged the National Board of Revenue (NBR) to ensure faster, hassle-free Customs, VAT, and bond-related services to support the country’s US$ 47-billion readymade garment (RMG) sector. The appeal was made at a meeting on Wednesday between BGMEA leaders, led by first Vice President Syed Nazrul Islam,