The EU’s Environmental Footprint Methods policy falsely ranks polyester as more sustainable than cotton and wool, disregarding effects of microplastic pollution and the benefits of biodegradability. This flawed assessment threatens consumer perception and future market share for natural fibres,
Rieter’s on-site preventive repair service at Sudhan Spinning Mills, India, has enhanced the efficiency of Autoconer 338 winding machines by 10%, leading to increased productivity. This service reduces downtime, prevents component failures and ensures peak performance with minimal operational disruptions and logistical challenges. The winding machine Autoconer 338 has been
The Indian International Textile Machinery Exhibitions Society (India ITME Society) held the third edition of the Global Textile Technology and Engineering Show (GTTES 2025) at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, NESCO, Goregaon (East), Mumbai from February 21-23, 2025. The three-day event marked a significant milestone for India’s textile industry, highlighting technological
The Cotton Association of India (CAI) has revised its cotton pressing estimate for the 2024-25 season downward by 2.5 lakh bales, bringing the total projection to 301.75 lakh bales of 170 kgs each. This marks a reduction from the previous estimate of 304.25 lakh bales. The revision is based on input from members of 11 […]
As the cotton sowing season approaches in April, Punjab faces challenges in reviving cotton cultivation amid a steady decline in acreage. Despite efforts to encourage farmers to return to cotton farming, no concrete plan has been introduced to diversify the state’s kharif crop. Cotton acreage in Punjab has been decreasing since 2021-22, reaching an all-time […]
“Earlier, it was all about colour and design in the rug industry, but today, texture takes precedence. Everyone wants their own unique texture at the right price point,” informs Kavita Chaudhary in an exclusive interview with Henry Dsouza, Associate Editor of Textile Insights. The global interior design industry is undergoing a transformative shift. Kavita Chaudhary, […]
The European Recycling Industries’ Confederation (EuRIC) has welcomed the provisional agreement on the Waste Framework Directive (WFD), which aims to enhance textile waste management in the EU. The directive introduces Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) schemes, which mandate that producers take responsibility for the end-of-life management of their products. This
The latest report from Qoruz, an Influencer Marketing Intelligence Platform, reveals the extraordinary rise of the influencer ecosystem in India over the last four years. From just 962,000 influencers in 2020, the creator economy has expanded to an impressive 4.06 million influencers in 2024, reflecting a staggering 322 per cent growth. This rapid growth highlights […]
Renowned designer Aarti Vijay Gupta redefined sustainable fashion at London Fashion Week FW’25 with Kalighat Stories, a collection crafted from Liva Reviva’s eco-friendly fabrics. Merging heritage with innovation, the collection paid homage to India’s artistic traditions while embracing modern aesthetics. Liva Reviva, made from up to 30% recycled textile waste and
Incorporating fun and puns into the workplace can have a profound impact on employee productivity and well-being. Ironically, the activity of what we, as spinners, do is originally referred to as storytelling. So, let us tell interesting stories which will foster a positive and humorous atmosphere, writes Murugan Santhanam “Call the ‘card’iologist!” Ishida exclaimed as





















