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Corporates

Pranab Kumar Das Appointed Head Of Supply Chain Management At NSL Textiles

Textile Insights October 18, 2026

NSL Textiles Ltd has appointed Pranab Kumar Das as Head of Supply Chain Management. He brings more than two decades of experience in production planning, inventory management and textile manufacturing operations. Das took up the role in September 2026, overseeing planning, commercial

Corporates

Mafatlal Industries Signs MoU To Supply Combat Uniform Fabric

Textile Insights October 18, 2026

Mafatlal Industries Ltd has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Air Force Wives Welfare Association (Local), Air Force Station New Delhi, to supply fabric for combat uniforms. Under the agreement, the company will supply fabric in accordance with the requirements for size, colour and manufacturing specifications prescribed by the competent authority of the

Financial Results

Indo Rama Q2 Profit Triples To Rs 74 Crore; Plans Rs 200-Crore Investment

Textile Insights October 18, 2026

Indo Rama Synthetics (India) Ltd reported a 201.8% year-on-year rise in consolidated net profit to ₹74.1 crore for the quarter ended September 30, 2026, supported by higher income and improved operating margins. The polyester manufacturer also announced plans to invest approximately ₹200 crore in speciality fibre and filament products over the next 12–18 months.

Corporates

Raymond Fast-Tracks Andhra Pradesh Capacity Expansion

Textile Insights October 15, 2026

Raymond Limited, through its subsidiaries, is accelerating capacity expansion in Andhra Pradesh to meet growing customer demand, with an additional brownfield facility being developed near its existing mega manufacturing facility. The brownfield addition will provide interim capacity to support incremental orders and volumes during the current financial year. The move aims

Event

Heimtextil 2027 Puts Quality, Performance And Global Sourcing In Focus

Textile Insights October 15, 2026

Heimtextil 2027 will bring together around 2,900 exhibitors in Frankfurt from January 12–15, 2027, with new segments and expanded offerings focused on textile performance, product quality and reliable global sourcing. The exhibitor turnout is expected to remain at the previous edition’s level, reflecting the fair’s resilience amid challenging market conditions. The

Industry

CMAI Welcomes UPI Fee Deferral, Seeks Relief For Small Retailers

Textile Insights October 15, 2026

The Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI) has welcomed the deferment of the proposed merchant discount rate (MDR) on select UPI merchant payments, while seeking a review of its impact on small apparel retailers operating on thin margins. The framework, originally scheduled to take effect on October 15, provides for a 0.4% charge on eligible […]

Corporates

Mafatlal Expands D2C Play With Home Fashion Platform

Textile Insights October 15, 2026

Mafatlal Industries Ltd has launched Mafatlal Home Fashion, a dedicated online platform offering more than 400 home-textile and home-essential products, as the company expands its direct-to-consumer business. The range covers bedding, bath, baby and kids’ products, and seasonal categories. Bedsheets account for more than 150 designs, alongside dohars, comforters, blankets,

Apparel, Fashion, Retail

Blue Tomato Taps Kornit To Cut Inventory, Speed Up Apparel Production

Textile Insights October 15, 2026

European board sports retailer Blue Tomato is using two Kornit Atlas MAX PLUS systems to bring apparel printing in-house, respond faster to consumer trends and reduce inventory risk across its network of 86 stores. The move allows the retailer to introduce designs in smaller batches, track customer response and replenish popular products without committing to […]

Event

CMAI’s 84th Garment Fair Draws 920 Exhibitors

Textile Insights October 15, 2026

The Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI) has secured participation from 920 exhibitors and 1,010 brands for its 84th National Garment Fair, scheduled for February 2027 at the Bombay Exhibition Centre in Mumbai. The Spring/Summer sourcing event will feature 1,050 stalls spread across approximately 41,000 square metres. Men’s wear, kids’ wear and accessories

Industry

Surat Traders Seek Parcel Trains To Beat Diwali Rush

Textile Insights October 15, 2026

Surat’s textile traders have urged railway authorities to run at least two parcel trains a week to other states as festive demand gathers pace, saying regular services would cut freight costs and help shipments reach buyers on time. At a meeting with railway officials and the Surat Textile Goods Transport Association, traders flagged delays, cargo […]

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