The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Narendra Modi, has approved Rs 1,718.56 crore as reimbursement to the Cotton Corporation of India for Minimum Support Price (MSP) operations carried out during the 2023–24 cotton season. The support covers procurement undertaken between
Opposition members in the Lok Sabha have raised concerns that a proposed India–US trade deal could adversely impact farmers and the broader agricultural economy. During a discussion on the Demands for Grants for the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare for 2026–27, Sudhakar Singh warned that the agreement may create an uneven playing field, alleging […]
India’s textile industry is facing renewed pressure as rising crude oil prices and surging freight rates drive up input costs, tightening margins across the value chain. Raw material costs have increased by 20–25% in recent weeks, tracking crude oil prices crossing the US$ 100 per barrel mark. The impact is particularly significant for synthetic fibres […]
Confederation of Indian Textile Industry has welcomed the government’s announcement of the Resilience & Logistics Intervention for Export Facilitation (RELIEF) scheme, calling it a timely boost for exporters facing disruptions due to ongoing tensions in West Asia. CITI Chairman Ashwin Chandran said the scheme reflects the government’s commitment to improving ease of
Confederation of Indian Textile Industry, in partnership with the Government of Telangana, will host the 13th Asian Textile Conference (ATEXCON) in Hyderabad on April 2–3, 2026. Themed Reimagining the Future of Global Textiles, the conference will bring together industry leaders, policymakers, and stakeholders to discuss the evolving dynamics of the global textiles and
Sri Lanka’s export sector posted steady growth in the first half of 2025, with total exports reaching US$ 8.34 billion, up 6.7% year-on-year, reflecting resilience amid global uncertainties. Apparel and textile exports recorded a healthy uptick, rising 8.19% to US$ 2.60 billion during January–June 2025. In June alone, the segment grew 3.71% year-on-year to US$ […]
The Ministry of Textiles has reviewed the status of jute cultivation and preparedness for the ongoing crop season, while also signing a key agreement to strengthen the jute value chain in the Northeast. The review was chaired by Neelam Shami Rao, Secretary (Textiles) and brought together senior officials from major jute-growing states including Assam, Odisha, […]
Tamil Nadu has secured the top position in India’s textile exports, recording shipments worth US$ 7.99 billion in FY2024–25, reflecting a strong growth of over 29% compared to the past four years. The state’s exports have risen steadily from US$ 6.19 billion in FY2020–21, highlighting its growing dominance in the country’s textile trade. With this […]
Intertextile Shenzhen Apparel Fabrics 2026 will return from June 9–11 with a strong focus on textile innovation, aligning with Shenzhen’s emergence as a hub for AI-driven fashion and technology. Organised by Messe Frankfurt and partners, the fair will highlight the integration of AI across the textile value chain from design and inspection to data and […]
Birla Cellulose, a part of the Aditya Birla Group and one of the world’s leading producers of man-made cellulosic fibres (MMCF), announced the launch of Livaeco™ Lyocell, its next-generation sustainable fibre, at Confluence 2026, the company’s flagship industry platform held in Coimbatore. The launch brought together leaders from across the textile value chain including





















