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India-EU FTA On Track For December Signing

Textile Insights June 21, 2026

India’s textile and apparel industry could be among the biggest beneficiaries of the proposed India-European Union Free Trade Agreement (FTA), which is expected to be signed by December 2026 and come into effect by February-March 2027. Announcing the timeline during an interaction with

Industry

Threading Tradition With Technology: The Reinvention Of India’s Textile Industry

Textile Insights October 14, 2025

For centuries, India’s textile industry has been a cornerstone of its culture, economy and global identity. From the intricate handlooms of Varanasi to the bustling powerlooms of Tiruppur, Indian textiles have dressed the world in tradition and craftsmanship. But a quiet revolution is now underway. India is no longer just producing textiles, it’s creating experiences. […]

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India Extends PLI Scheme Timeline Amid Textile Export Challenges

June 19, 2024

The Indian government has decided to extend the timeline for setting up facilities under its Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme from two years to over three years. This adjustment aims to improve the scheme’s effectiveness in boosting India’s textile exports, which saw a decline of 11.69% from $16.24 billion in 2018 to $14.34 billion in […]

Industry

India’s Textile Industry Set To Weave Global Success

January 17, 2024

With a potent blend of centuries-old craftsmanship, technological advancements and a renewed focus on sustainability, India’s textiles are poised to captivate international markets. India’s textile industry is positioned at the cusp of a transformative journey and is well-poised to shape the global textile landscape. With a rich heritage dating back centuries and a

Industry

Knitter Trade Body Raises Alarm Over Surging Fabric Imports

Textile Insights November 7, 2023

A knitter’s trade body has raised the alarm on the surging imports of Chinese synthetic knitted fabrics and requested the government to intervene and safeguard the domestic industry. The All India Knitters Association (AIKA) in a communication to the Prime Minister’s Office emphasised the urgency of the issue with a plea for urgent intervention. “These […]