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Textile Council Sets Roadmap To Boost Production, Exports And Industry Competitiveness

Textile Insights October 8, 2026

The newly constituted Development Council for Textile Industry (DCTI) has called for a coordinated, whole-of-value-chain strategy to strengthen India’s textile industry, with production, productivity, R&D, exports, raw material availability, investment and sustainability identified as key

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West Bengal Plans Textile Hub To Boost Handloom And Artisan Sector

Textile Insights October 8, 2026

West Bengal plans to set up a textile hub to support local weavers, artisans and textile workers and connect their products with domestic and international markets, state urban development and municipal affairs minister Agnimitra Paul said. Paul said the proposed hub would provide artisans with infrastructure and opportunities to improve their skills while helping them

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India Steps Up Trade-Remedy Action On Chinese Imports, Launches Five Fresh Probes

Textile Insights October 8, 2026

India has stepped up its trade-remedy action against imports, particularly from China, with the Directorate General of Trade Remedies (DGTR) initiating five fresh anti-dumping investigations covering chemicals, pharmaceuticals, industrial equipment and copper products. The investigations follow complaints from domestic manufacturers alleging that imports are being sold at

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Cambodia Sets 2027 Minimum Wage At US$ 212 For Garment, Textile Workers

Textile Insights October 7, 2026

Cambodia has set the minimum monthly wage for workers and employees in the textile, garment, footwear, travel goods and bag-making industries at US$ 212 for 2027, following a decision by the government after negotiations between employers and workers’ representatives. The figure was finalised on September 30 after the National Council on Minimum Wage voted on […]

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DCTI Calls For Whole-of-Value-Chain Approach To Strengthen Textile Sector

Textile Insights October 7, 2026

The Development Council for Textile Industry (DCTI), at its first meeting, has called for a coordinated, whole-of-value-chain approach to strengthen India’s textile sector, with a focus on production, innovation, competitiveness and global market access. The meeting, held on Tuesday, brought together senior government officials, industry representatives and other

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Odisha Clears Rs 184 Cr Textile Projects, To Create 4,835 Jobs

Textile Insights October 6, 2026

The Odisha government has approved 19 industrial investment proposals worth Rs 3,280.58 crore, with the textile, apparel and technical textiles sector accounting for two projects that together represent an investment of Rs 184 crore and are expected to generate 4,835 employment opportunities. The approvals were granted at the 150th State Level Single Window Clearance

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Surat Textile Markets Extend Sunday Operations Ahead Of Navratri, Diwali

Textile Insights September 30, 2026

Textile markets in Surat will remain open on Sundays during the upcoming festive period as traders prepare for increased demand, higher order volumes and a rise in buyer visits ahead of Navratri and Diwali. The decision was taken by the Federation of Surat Trade and Textile Associations (FOSTTA) following requests from traders and other market […]

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Bangladesh Energy Crisis Hits Output At 78% Of Knitwear Factories

Textile Insights September 30, 2026

Bangladesh’s ongoing power and gas shortages are disrupting production across the knitwear sector, with 78% of surveyed factories reporting partial production shutdowns, according to a survey by the Bangladesh Knitwear Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BKMEA). The energy crisis has also resulted in shipment delays, higher operating costs and pressure on

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Surat Textile Industry Flags Worker Demands, Rising Costs At SGCCI Meeting

Textile Insights September 28, 2026

The ongoing protests by textile workers in Surat over demands for a weekly Sunday holiday and an eight-hour workday have raised concerns among industry representatives, with Southern Gujarat Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SGCCI) President Ashok Jirawala saying the demands may not be feasible for the embroidery sector in their present form. Speaking at a […]

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Jute Industry Set For 15% Volume Recovery In FY27: Crisil

Textile Insights September 24, 2026

India’s jute industry is expected to see a recovery in FY27, with sales volumes projected to grow by around 15%, according to a report by Crisil Ratings. The expected recovery follows two challenging years during which weak demand, high raw material costs and pressure on profitability affected the industry. A revival in domestic demand, improving […]