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

Corporates

Active Clothing Appoints Shivanee Shanker Dutt As CEO – New Business Initiatives

Textile Insights October 6, 2026

Active Clothing Co. Ltd. has appointed Shivanee Shanker Dutt as Chief Executive Officer – New Business Initiatives, based at the company’s corporate office in Gurugram. In her new role, Dutt will work closely with the company’s leadership to drive new business initiatives, strategic partnerships, collaborations and new brand launches. She will also work with Kalika […]

Special Report

Why Tianyuan Chose India: Chinese Apparel Giant’s Next Growth Story

Textile Insights September 9, 2026

With more than a dozen manufacturing facilities in China and over 12,000 employees, Tianyuan Garments has expanded its global footprint with a US$ 60 million investment at Brandix India Apparel City. Director Lei Yinshuan explains why India has become central to the company’s long-term manufacturing strategy. As global apparel supply chains continue to diversify

Tete-A-Tete

‘If You Want to Understand India’s Textile Industry, Bharat Tex Is a Must-Visit’

Textile Insights August 9, 2026

For Sadiq Omar, Bharat Tex 2026 is more than just a trade exhibition. It is a platform that brings together the entire textile and apparel ecosystem India and the world, under one roof. “It’s been very interesting to see all the stakeholders from the industry brought together in one place,” Omar says. What has particularly […]

Corporates

Abhitabh Sinha Promoted To Asst VP At Aditya Birla Lifestyle Brands

Textile Insights August 7, 2026

Aditya Birla Lifestyle Brands Limited (ABLBL) has promoted Abhitabh Sinha to the position of Assistant Vice President, reinforcing its leadership team as the company continues to strengthen its presence in India’s apparel and lifestyle retail market. In his new role, Sinha will be responsible for driving key account management, retail sales strategy, channel

Event

Gartex Texprocess India 2026 To Bring Together Textile And Denim Manufacturing Ecosystem

Textile Insights August 3, 2026

Gartex Texprocess India, incorporating the Denim Show, will be held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, from August 6–8, 2026, bringing together key stakeholders from the garment, textile and denim manufacturing sectors. The exhibition will feature over 185 exhibitors, 700+ brands and more than 1,200 products across 14,850 sq m of exhibition space. Supported by the […]

Industry

CMAI Backs Standardised Indian Apparel Sizing Framework

Textile Insights August 3, 2026

The Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI) has welcomed the move towards a standardized apparel sizing system based on Indian body measurements, calling it a major step for both consumers and the apparel industry. Rahul Mehta, Chief Mentor, CMAI, said the association has been involved in the initiative from the beginning, working with NIFT and […]

Apparel, Fashion, Retail

Van Heusen Innerwear Opens Exclusive Store In Karad

Textile Insights July 23, 2026

Van Heusen Innerwear, from the house of Aditya Birla Lifestyle Brands Ltd., has expanded its retail presence in Maharashtra with the launch of a new 700 sq. ft. exclusive store in Karad. The store was inaugurated by Preeti Gupta, Chief Business Officer, Van Heusen Innerwear, and Shivaji Keshav Salunkhe, Franchise Partner, Van Heusen Innerwear, Karad. […]

Event

Bharat Tex 2026 Records Strong Global Response, Generates Rs 14,300 Crore Investment Commitments

Textile Insights July 17, 2026

The first three days of Bharat Tex 2026 have witnessed a strong response from domestic and international stakeholders with Bharat Mandapam emerging as a major global hub for textile and apparel business, sourcing, innovation and investment. Spread across more than 16 lakh square feet, the world’s largest integrated textile event has brought together 1,647 exhibitors,