Industry

Centre Approves Start-Ups, Education Grants & Skill Development In Technical Textiles

Textile Insights February 13, 2025

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

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Messe Frankfurt India And Austrian Fibers Institute To Host Dornbirn GFC At Techtextil India 2025

Textile Insights January 15, 2025

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 […]

Technical Textile & Nonwoven

Climate Smart Agro-Textile Demonstration Centre Launched In Navsari

Textile Insights January 8, 2025

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.

Technical Textile & Nonwoven

India’s Technical Textile Exports Grew 6.2% In Apr-Nov 2024: NTTM Mission Director A K Malhotra

Textile Insights January 8, 2025

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