Indorama Ventures Public Company Ltd, a global leader in sustainable chemicals, has launched deja Care, a new range of skin-friendly PET fibres and filament yarns designed for soft-skin apparel applications. Tested against 17 harmful chemicals and certified to OEKO-TEX Standard 100, DIN EN
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. […]
Cotton Incorporated and COTTON USA have unveiled results from the 2025 Global Lifestyle Monitor Survey, reaffirming cotton’s dominance as the fibre of choice among consumers worldwide. Conducted across 13 countries with more than 13,000 respondents, the study highlights cotton’s continued leadership in comfort, quality and environmental trust. The findings show that three
eBay, the global marketplace and leading destination for branded pre-loved fashion, has announced a US$ 300,000 investment in Refiberd as part of its Circular Fashion Fund programme. This funding aims to support fashion startups in scaling circular solutions. Refiberd was also named the winner of eBay’s Circular Fashion Innovator of the Year Award, which recognized
The fashion industry is leaving an increasingly heavy toll on the planet, contributing to pollution, climate change, and excessive resource consumption. In Chile’s Atacama Desert, mountains of discarded clothes reportedly reached heights visible from space. In Bangladesh’s capital, Dhaka, textile dyes turned a river black, while synthetic fibres have been found in fish in
Birla Cellulose, from the house of Aditya Birla Group, made a striking statement at Jaipur Times Fashion Week with an exclusive showcase featuring its latest collection crafted using Livaeco, the eco-enhanced variant of its fabric. Created in collaboration with esteemed partner brands like Indoera, Juniper, and Holly Hock, the collection is a testament to sustainable […]
Circ, the US-based pioneer in textile-to-textile recycling, has closed its latest funding round led by Taranis through its Carbon Ventures fund, with continued support from existing strategic investors Inditex and Avery Dennison. This funding builds on Circ’s technical and commercial progress over the past 18 months and will support the scaling of its groundbreaking
Bharat Tex 2025, India’s largest and most prestigious global textile event, concluded on a high note, setting new benchmarks for the textile and apparel sector. Bhadresh Dodhia, Chairman of MATEXIL (Manmade Fibre and Technical Textiles Export Promotion Council) and Co-Chairman of the Core Committee, highlighted the event’s impact, stating, “Bharat Tex 2025 has
Ecofrico, a trailblazing e-commerce brand dedicated to sustainable fashion, has unveiled its latest collection of hemp backpacks and accessories, ethically crafted in Nepal and designed in India. This new line showcases Ecofrico’s commitment to combining eco-conscious materials with style and resilience. Hemp, known for its minimal environmental footprint and
As the fashion industry grapples with mounting environmental concerns, the concept of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) has emerged as a cornerstone policy to address textile waste. This report, authored by the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, explores how EPR can reshape the textile industry by shifting the focus from linear consumption patterns to sustainable, circular





















