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Corporates

Shree Renga Polyester Advances Sustainable Textiles With PLA Yarn Development

Textile Insights June 12, 2026

Shree Renga Polyester has successfully completed research and development work on Polylactic Acid (PLA)-based yarns, marking a significant milestone in its sustainability journey. The project was undertaken in collaboration with the South India Textile Research Association (SITRA) and received

Apparel, Fashion, Retail

Banana Club Expands Retail Footprint With 20th Exclusive Store

Textile Insights June 12, 2026

Indian menswear brand Banana Club has strengthened its retail presence with the opening of its 20th exclusive brand outlet (EBO) in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh. Located on Karakambadi Road, the new store underscores the growing importance of Tier-II cities in driving the next phase of growth for domestic fashion and apparel brands. The expansion reflects a […]

Policies

India-US Interim Trade Deal Edges Closer Despite Tariff Risks

Textile Insights June 11, 2026

India and the United States appear to be closing in on an interim trade agreement following four days of high-level negotiations in New Delhi, bringing the two countries a step closer to deepening economic ties and expanding bilateral trade. The proposed agreement is expected to serve as the first phase of a broader trade framework […]

Policies

India’s FTAs Deliver Gains, But Risks Mount: GTRI

Textile Insights June 11, 2026

India’s expanding network of Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) is delivering broader market access but also creating new challenges, including widening trade deficits, limited utilisation by exporters and increasing pressure on domestic policy-making, according to a recent report by the Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI). The report notes that FTAs have become a

Policies

Textile PLI Clears 96 Firms, Rs 12,823 Cr Investment

Textile Insights June 11, 2026

The Government of India has approved a total of 96 companies under the third round of the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for Textiles, paving the way for investments worth more than Rs 12,822 crore in the country’s man-made fibre (MMF) and technical textiles sectors. The latest tranche includes 22 newly selected applicants, who are […]

Dyes & Chemicals

New Nano-Reactive Dyes Deliver Enhanced Colour Performance And Antimicrobial Functionality

Textile Insights June 11, 2026

Researchers have developed a new generation of nano-scale disperse reactive dyes that not only improve dye fixation across multiple textile substrates but also exhibit promising antimicrobial properties, potentially opening new opportunities for functional and sustainable textile applications. The study, published in the journal Scientific Reports, was conducted by

Corporates

Protiva Partners With SDC International India To Expand Bio-Based Textile Colorants Across South Asia

Textile Insights June 11, 2026

Protiva Corporation, a pioneer in bio-based textile colorant solutions, has entered into a strategic distribution partnership with SDC International India Private Limited to strengthen its presence in South Asia’s textile sector. Under the agreement, effective April 7, 2026, SDC International India will serve as the exclusive distributor of Protiva’s

Dyes & Chemicals

Wastewater To Wardrobe: TU Delft And Hul Le Kes Pioneer Sustainable Dyeing Innovation

Textile Insights June 11, 2026

Researchers at the Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) have successfully transformed wastewater treatment sludge into a sustainable textile dye, creating garments that demonstrate a novel approach to circular fashion. Developed in collaboration with Dutch sustainable fashion label Hul le Kes, the innovation uses a melanin-like biopolymer recovered from sewage sludge

Industry

India’s Export Momentum Strengthens Textile Sector’s Global Ambitions

Textile Insights June 10, 2026

India’s export sector continues to demonstrate strong momentum, supported by policy reforms, enhanced digital infrastructure, improved logistics, and a series of trade facilitation measures, according to a senior official from the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. Speaking at a regional media interaction jointly organised by the Apparel Export Promotion Council (AEPC) and

Economy

India’s Textile Sector Poised For Global Comeback: Emkay

Textile Insights June 10, 2026

India’s textile and apparel industry is entering a pivotal growth phase, with policy support, favourable trade agreements and a strengthening domestic manufacturing ecosystem positioning the country to reclaim a larger share of global markets, according to a recent report by Emkay Research. The report notes that despite India’s longstanding status as a textile

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