Bharat Tex 2025, India’s largest global textile event, has set a new benchmark in industry engagement, innovation, and sustainability. The second edition of the event featured dedicated exhibitions for various textile segments, insightful knowledge sessions and a significant presence of
The Economic Survey highlights India’s position as the sixth-largest exporter of textiles and apparel globally, with exports worth USD 34 billion in 2023. The sector remains a key contributor to GDP, industrial production, and employment, directly engaging over 45 million people, including a significant rural and female workforce. Nearly 80% of India’s textile
The Ministry of Textiles, in the 10th Empowered Programme Committee (EPC) meeting under the National Technical Textiles Mission, approved multiple initiatives to boost innovation, education, and skill development in the sector. The committee sanctioned four start-ups under the ‘Grant for Research & Entrepreneurship across Aspiring Innovators in Technical Textiles
As global demand for technical textiles continues to rise, India is emerging as a hub for innovation and growth in this sector. Recognizing the immense potential of this evolving market, Messe Frankfurt Trade Fairs India has announced a landmark collaboration with the Austrian Fibers Institute. This strategic partnership will bring the Asia edition of the […]
The Ministry of Textiles, in collaboration with the Synthetic & Art Silk Mills’ Research Association (SASMIRA), has inaugurated the Climate Smart Agro-Textile Demonstration Centre. The centre, spanning 15,000 sq. metres, was launched in the presence of C.R. Patil, Minister of Jal Shakti, to promote sustainable and innovative farming solutions through agro-textiles.
The Mission Director of the National Technical Textiles Mission (NTTM) Ashok Kumar Malhotra, has announced a significant 6.2% increase in India’s exports of specialized technical textile products. Between April and November this year, exports reached US$ 342 million, compared to US$ 275 million during the same period last year. Speaking on the current landscape, Malhotra