The world is fast-moving towards the application of AI (Artificial Intelligence), robotics and digitisation in manufacturing. Smart machines, AI-controlled systems and IoT (Internet of Things) based monitoring tools are used across the textile value chain. The modern textile automation is
Vardhman Textiles Ltd has commenced commercial production at its newly established technical textiles facility in Baddi, marking a key milestone in the company’s expansion strategy. The plant forms part of the company’s previously announced capital expenditure plan aimed at strengthening its capabilities in the technical textiles segment. With this development, Vardhman is
India’s micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) are frequently described as the backbone of the economy, but in textiles that description is literal. From spinning and weaving to processing and garmenting, textile MSMEs form the dense production network that sustains domestic supply chains and export competitiveness. Contributing nearly 30% to India’s GDP and
For Sanathan Textiles, sustainability is not just about ESG reporting. It’s about reducing waste, lowering risk and minimising the environmental footprint of the product itself, says Sammir Dattani. Sanathan Textiles’ story is not one of sudden scale or overnight success, but of a patient, generational transformation that mirrors the evolution of India’s textile industry
The 15th edition of Texfair 2026, an exhibition of textile machinery, spares and accessories, held at the CODISSIA Trade Fair Complex, Coimbatore, from March 6 to 9, highlighting the growing importance of automation and advance technologies for the textile sector. The exhibition was inaugurated by P. R. Venketrama Raja, who noted that the exhibition provided […]
As sustainability regulations tighten in major markets, decarbonisation is becoming a key factor in global textile sourcing. For manufacturers, proving measurable carbon reductions now determines access to brands, finance and export markets. Ivy Decarb, a pragmatic marketplace platform, connects textile mills, machinery manufacturers, financial institutions and global
India’s export community has received a temporary relief after the Directorate General of Foreign Trade announced an extension in the Export Obligation Period (EOP) for select export authorisations in view of ongoing geopolitical disruptions affecting global trade and logistics. Through a public notice issued on 6 March 2026, the DGFT has extended the export obligation
Rising geopolitical tensions involving Iran, Israel and the United States are beginning to ripple through global energy and financial markets, creating potential economic challenges for India. Although India is not directly involved in the conflict, its heavy dependence on imported energy, extensive trade links with the Gulf region, and integration with global capital
Quantifying the Financial Impact of Micro-Operational Improvements in a 60s Ne Spinning Mill In fine-count ring spinning, marginal operational improvements generate disproportionately large financial gains due to high spindle speeds, elevated energy consumption and premium raw material costs. This paper presents a quantified case study from a high-speed spinning mill
India’s Global Capability Centres (GCC) leasing activity reached a record 31 million sq. ft in 2025, reflecting the evolution of a sophisticated ecosystem of specialised metropolitan hubs, each commanding distinct competitive advantages across critical industry verticals. According to a latest JLL (Jones Lang LaSalle) report titled ‘India GCC Guide 2025’, the top six major





















