India’s textile industry is calling for a review of the ASEAN-India Trade in Goods Agreement (AITIGA), citing trade imbalances and limited market access as key concerns, according to a recent report by India Exim Bank. While India has taken a cautious stance on free trade agreements, its
Gartex Texprocess India, organized by MEX Exhibitions Pvt Ltd and Messe Frankfurt Trade Fairs India Pvt Ltd, has partnered with the Drycleaners and Launderers Association of India (DLAI) to debut the Textile Care Forum at its upcoming 2025 edition, scheduled from 21–23 August at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. DLAI will serve as the Knowledge Partner […]
RSWM Limited, the flagship company of the LNJ Bhilwara Group, has joined the International Textile Manufacturers Federation (ITMF) as a Corporate Member. A leading Indian manufacturer and exporter, RSWM produces synthetic, cotton, and blended spun yarns, as well as knitted and denim fabrics, catering to over 70 countries worldwide. Welcoming the development, K.V.
Industry Leaders, Government Officials, and Designers Unite to Shape the Future of Indian Homes The 17th edition of HGH India, the country’s leading bi-annual trade show for Home Textiles, Home Décor, Furniture, Houseware, and Gifts, commenced on 1st July at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, NESCO, Mumbai. The event was inaugurated by Chief Guest Dr. […]
The Lenzing Group, a global leader in regenerated cellulose fibers for the textile and nonwovens industries, has successfully placed a new hybrid bond totaling EUR 500 million, significantly exceeding the initial target of EUR 300 million. The bond carries an annual coupon of 9.0%, priced at the lower end of the indicated 9.0–9.5% range, and […]
Textile recovery venture gives discarded linens a second life through upcycling and recycling Second Spin, a circular textile recovery venture formerly known as Retex, is gaining momentum in India with its mission to tackle institutional linen waste. Focused on hotels, hospitals, and spas, the initiative aims to keep discarded textiles out of landfills through a […]
SANITIZED AG, a global leader in hygiene and material protection technologies, has announced a strategic distribution partnership with Rudolf Holding SE & Co. KG, a renowned specialty chemical company. Beginning February 1, 2026, RUDOLF will become the exclusive worldwide distributor of Sanitized® textile additives. A transition phase will commence on September 1,
In a major boost to Tamil Nadu’s goal of becoming a global textile hub, the Union government has approved a Rs 1894-crore development plan for the Pradhan Mantri Mega Integrated Textile Region and Apparel (PM MITRA) Park in Virudhunagar district. Announced by Union Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh yesterday, the project will be developed over 1052 […]
The Union Ministry of Textiles is exploring the introduction of new schemes for the sector in addition to the proposed second phase of the Production Linked Incentive Scheme (PLI-II). Union Minister of State for Textiles, Pabitra Margherita, stated during a media interaction in Coimbatore today (June 30, 2025) that the government remains committed to the […]
Elevate Textiles, along with its brands A&E, Burlington, Cone Denim, Gütermann, and Safety Components, has received validation from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) for its near-term and net-zero emissions targets. The approval confirms that Elevate’s climate goals align with the most ambitious criteria under the SBTi’s Net-Zero Standard. The company aims to





















