Apparel, Fashion, Retail

Onewith Secures Utility Patent For Revolutionary Swimwear Technology

Textile Insights August 7, 2025

Innovative swimwear brand onewith has been officially granted a utility patent (U.S. Patent No. 12,537,039), securing its proprietary construction method that delivers unmatched comfort and fit, a swimsuit that feels like no-show underwear. Unlike design patents, which protect appearance, this

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UNIQLO To Open First Store In Pune On September 26

Textile Insights August 7, 2025

New Outlet at The Pavillion Marks Brand’s Expansion in Western India Japanese apparel giant UNIQLO is set to open its first store in Pune on September 26, 2025, at The Pavillion Mall. The new outlet marks the brand’s continued expansion in Western India and will be its 18th store in the country. “Pune is a […]

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Sri Lanka Launches Major ESG Drive To Future-Proof Apparel Sector

Textile Insights July 30, 2025

A new sustainability initiative aimed at enhancing the global competitiveness and resilience of Sri Lanka’s apparel industry has officially launched with strong backing from both national and international partners. The Improving Transparency for Sustainable Business (ITSB) program, introduced jointly by the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) South Asia, Sri Lanka

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GreenCore And Emerson TEN Partner To Boost TreeFree Diaper Retail Impact Across Europe

Textile Insights July 28, 2025

GreenCore Solutions Corp., the global pioneer in tree-free disposable baby diaper innovation, today announced a strategic partnership with Emerson TEN OÜ (“Emerson”), a leading Estonian provider of retail display and point-of-sale (POS) solutions. This collaboration aims to enhance in-store visibility and sales performance for TreeFree Diaper and FemCare UltraThin products

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Amazon Sellers Linked To Labour Abuse In Pakistani Factories: Report

Textile Insights July 24, 2025

A new investigation by human rights group Labour Behind the Label has uncovered serious labour rights violations in supplier factories in Pakistan linked to fashion products sold by third-party sellers on Amazon’s UK marketplace. Researchers traced products sold by three UK-based Amazon sellers to Pakistani factories where workers reported being paid below minimum wage,

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ZYOD Opens New Facility In Gurugram

Textile Insights July 22, 2025

New unit to raise annual capacity beyond 60 lakh garments, integrate advanced tech and sustainability systems, and create 2,000+ jobs Tech-enabled B2B apparel manufacturer ZYOD has launched its largest production facility at Building 7P, Gurugram, Haryana, marking a significant milestone in its expansion journey. This is ZYOD’s third excellence hub in just two years,

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Jaypore Enters Chhattisgarh With First Store Launch In Raipur

Textile Insights July 18, 2025

Jaypore, the artisanal lifestyle brand from Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Limited, has marked its debut in Chhattisgarh with the launch of its first store in Raipur. Located at ZORA The Mall, the new store is a tribute to India’s enduring craft traditions, bringing the brand’s soulful retail experience to the heart of the state. […]

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Mish Designs Opens First Flagship Store At Seasons Mall, Pune

Textile Insights July 17, 2025

Mish Designs Limited, one of India’s fastest-growing women’s western wear brands has announced the opening of its first-ever flagship store at Seasons Mall, Pune, marking a significant milestone in its journey from a digital-first brand to an omnichannel fashion powerhouse. After captivating a loyal online following with trend-driven collections and a strong digital

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Port Cargo Volumes Set To Rebound Briefly Before New Tariffs Kick In, Says NRF Report

Textile Insights July 14, 2025

U.S. container imports are expected to rise in July after a sharp decline in late spring, but new tariffs set to take effect in August could trigger another downturn, according to the Global Port Tracker report by the National Retail Federation (NRF) and Hackett Associates. Imports at major U.S. ports reached 1.95 million TEU (twenty-foot […]

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Walmart Vriddhi Partners With i2i To Empower 100,000 More Indian MSMEs In Next 3 Years

Textile Insights July 9, 2025

Walmart’s supplier development initiative, Walmart Vriddhi, has announced a strategic partnership with Ideas to Impact Foundation (i2i) to support an additional 100,000 micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in India over the next three years. The expanded collaboration aims to empower entrepreneurs by equipping them with critical skills, digital tools and access to