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,
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
Upon entering the air‑conditioning specialist’s office, I was greeted by a refreshing coolness — the kind that feels like a gentle sea breeze. Just moments earlier, I had been thinking about how the weather outside had suddenly shifted from pleasant to unbearably hot over the past week. The specialist welcomed me and offered a seat. […]
The American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) has responded to the release of the 2025 Review of Notorious Markets for Counterfeiting and Piracy by the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR), calling for greater accountability across e-commerce and social media platforms to curb the spread of counterfeit goods. AAFA welcomed USTR’s recognition of
The Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) has announced the release of Version 8.0 of its processing standard for organic textiles, introducing enhanced requirements across environmental management, chemical controls, governance and supply chain due diligence. The updated standard strengthens provisions related to air emissions, waste management and product safety, while
State Textile Infrastructure Development Corporation Chairman Chetan K. Gowda has urged Siddaramaiah to announce the establishment of a textile park in Shivamogga in the upcoming State Budget and allocate the required funds to the Department of Handlooms and Textiles. Gowda met the Chief Minister in Bengaluru on March 2 and submitted a memorandum outlining the […]
The escalating tensions between Iran, Israel and the United States have begun to impact India’s textile sector, with Surat’s man-made fibre (MMF) industry facing a sharp rise in coal and freight costs. Dyeing and printing mills across Surat and south Gujarat have announced a 15 percent increase in jobwork charges, expected to take effect after […]





















