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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

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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 […]

Sustainability

Organisations Partner To Boost Indian Apparels Sustainability

Textile Insights May 30, 2024

SU.RE (Sustainable Resolution) has partnered with the British Council to launch a new project aimed at transforming India’s apparel sector and will run from May to October 2024. This collaboration, which engages key SU.RE signatories with the UK’s New Landscape programme, marks a pivotal step towards fostering sustainable practices and innovation in fashion. The SU.RE […]

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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

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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 […]

Policies

Interim Budget’s Infra Push And Measures To Boost Rural Consumption Likely To Revive Textile Demand

February 13, 2024

The domestic textile and apparel sector has welcomed the Interim Budget 2024 presented by the Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, even as it fails to meet the expectations in a true sense.  Industry players and observers believe that some of the macro-economic initiatives and measures in terms of  government’s commitment to fiscal consolidation with a […]

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18,000 Buyers Visit CMAI Organised National Garment Fair 2024

Textile Insights February 5, 2024

The National Garment Fair (NGF 2024) which was held from January 29 to 31, 2024 drew an impressive crowd of almost 18,000 visitors including national and regional retailers, distributors, and wholesalers. Spread across 700,000 square feet across seven halls, NGF 2024 took place at the Bombay Exhibition NESCO Complex and witnessed participation of 1,025 participants […]

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1,120 Apparel Brands Will Be Showcased At NGF 2024 Exhibition

Textile Insights January 23, 2024

1,120 apparel brands across women’s wear, men’s wear, kids wear and accessories will be showcased at NGF 2024 exhibition to be held at the Bombay Exhibition NESCO Complex from January 29-31, 2024. The 78th edition of NGF 2024 exhibition is being organised by the Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI). “NGF is the most eagerly […]

Apparel, Fashion, Retail

CMAI Hosts Panel Discussion On Success Of D2C Garment Brands

Textile Insights October 18, 2023

The Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI) organised a panel discussion under its ‘Achievers Club’ initiative which discussed the success of Direct-to-Consumer (D2C) brands in India. Panelists of the discussion on ‘Transforming Business and the Future’ included Anurag Singh of Aachho, Siddharth Dungarwal of Snitch, and Mahesh Tekwani of