Industry

US Buyers Seek Price Cuts From Indian Exporters

Textile Insights April 17, 2025

As the United States prepares to implement a new round of reciprocal tariffs, American textile importers are reportedly pressuring Indian exporters to absorb part of the cost burden—raising concerns over shrinking profit margins across the supply chain. Subin Mitra, Founder of apparel

Corporates

CMAI & BillMart Fintech Partner To Simplify Trade Finance For Garment Manufacturers

Textile Insights February 26, 2025

CMAI collaborates with BillMart to provide AI-driven trade finance and bill discounting solutions for faster liquidity and business growth. The Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI) has signed a strategic MoU with BillMart Fintech Pvt. Ltd., designating it as the official Digital Funding Partner for its members. BillMart, a leading digital lending platform

Apparel, Fashion, Retail

Brands of India 2024 In Dubai: Showcasing 150+ Top Indian Apparel Makers

Textile Insights November 19, 2024

The Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI) inaugurated the 2nd edition of Brands of India on November 12, 2024, at Za’abeel Hall 4, Dubai World Trade Centre. Supported by the Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, and key industry groups like AEPC and TEXMAS, the event features over 150 leading Indian apparel brands and manufacturers. […]

Corporates

CMAI Appoints Santosh Katariya As New President

Textile Insights September 30, 2024

At the 61st Annual General Meeting of the Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI), held on September 27, 2024, a new Managing Committee was elected, and the leadership team for the 2024-2026 term was announced. Santosh Katariya, Managing Director of Peppermint Clothing Pvt. Ltd., Pune, was appointed as the new President of the Association. The […]

Event

North India Garment Fair 2024 Concludes On A High Note

June 16, 2024

The second edition of the North India Garment Fair (NIGF 2024), organized by the Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI), concluded successfully at the Yashobhoomi Convention Centre (IICC) in Dwarka, New Delhi. Held from June 11-13, 2024, the fair saw an impressive turnout with more than 200 exhibitors and over 5,450 trade visitors, indicating strong […]

Event

Over 200 Exhibitors Showcase Latest Trends At NIGF 2024

June 12, 2024

The Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI) proudly inaugurated the 2nd North India Garment Fair (NIGF 2024) at the Yashobhoomi Convention Centre (IICC), Dwarka, New Delhi. Running from June 11 to June 13, 2024, the fair features over 200 exhibitors showcasing a wide range of menswear, womenswear, and kidswear. The inauguration ceremony was attended by […]

Apparel, Fashion, Retail

CMAI Achievers Club Highlights Brand Building And Digital Marketing Strategies

May 17, 2024

The CMAI Achievers Club successfully hosted an enlightening event featuring knowledge and success story sessions. The event included ‘Decoding Digital Marketing’ by Temujin Mansukhani and Suraj Adhikari from Schbang Academy, one of India’s leading digital marketing agencies, followed by ‘How to Build a Brand – The Go Colors Way’ by Gautam

Event

CMAI Hosting Fabrics Accessories & Beyond Show From April 15

Textile Insights April 13, 2024

The Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI) is organising the fourth edition of Fabrics Accessories & Beyond Show 2024 (FAB Show) from April 15-17 at the Bombay Exhibition Centre in Mumbai. Over 200 fabric suppliers from different parts of the country as well as accessories manufacturers, machinery suppliers, real estate developers, and software developers

Event

Over 100 Top Indian Apparel Brands Showcasing At Bharat Tex

Textile Insights February 23, 2024

Following the success of ‘Brands of India’ event held in Dubai, CMAI will organise a similar event at the upcoming Bharat Tex 2024 in hall 12A, Bharat Mandapam, in which 100 brands are expected participate. CMAI held the first ever ‘Brands of India’ event in Dubai to promote Indian apparel brands in overseas markets. Exhibiting […]

Apparel, Fashion, Retail

CMAI Anticipates Rs 5,000-7,000 Crore Loss To Apparel Sector

Textile Insights February 20, 2024

Indian MSME apparel manufacturers may face a loss of Rs 5,000-7,000 crore in the January-March quarter according to the Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI). CMAI said an amendment in the Income Tax Act states that payments to MSMEs need to be made within 45 days. CMAI claimed that this has pushed retailers to cancel […]