Industry

CITI Warns Of Fresh US Tariff Risk To Indian Textile, Apparel Exports

Textile Insights September 23, 2026

The Confederation of Indian Textile Industry (CITI) has raised concerns over the potential impact of additional US tariffs on Indian textile and apparel exports following the signing of the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 by US President. The industry body said any

Policies

India-EU FTA May Open New Growth Avenue For Textile Industry

Textile Insights September 7, 2026

The proposed India-European Union Free Trade Agreement (FTA) could provide a major growth opportunity for India’s textile and apparel industry, with the sector stepping up engagement with European retailers, fashion brands and sourcing platforms ahead of the pact’s expected implementation early next year. A high-level delegation from the Ministry of Textiles and leading

Industry

India, EU Textile Bodies Launch Platform To Support FTA Implementation

Textile Insights July 21, 2026

The Confederation of Indian Textile Industry (CITI) and the European Apparel and Textile Confederation (EURATEX) have launched a bilateral industry platform to support the effective implementation of the India-EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA) in the textile and apparel sector. The EU-India Textile and Apparel Dialogue (TAD) will provide a structured forum for industry

Event

Bharat Tex 2026 Set To Open With Record Participation, Strong Global Interest

Textile Insights July 13, 2026

Bharat Tex 2026, India’s flagship global textile and apparel event, will open on July 14 with its biggest edition yet, bringing together the entire textile value chain from fibre and yarn to fashion, technical textiles, sustainability, innovation, investment and global trade. Addressing the media on the eve of the event, Narendra Goenka, Chairman, Bharat Tex […]

Event

Intertextile Shenzhen 2026 Highlights Sustainability And Innovation, Attracts 20,000+ Visits

Textile Insights July 7, 2026

Intertextile Shenzhen Apparel Fabrics 2026 concluded on June 11 after attracting more than 20,000 visits from 74 countries and regions, reinforcing its position as a leading sourcing platform for South China’s textile and apparel industry. Held alongside Yarn Expo Shenzhen and PH Value, the fair featured nearly 620 exhibitors from 11 countries and regions, showcasing

Export

Indian Textile Exports Surge 9.59% In May 2024

June 15, 2024

Despite unfavorable economic conditions in major markets such as the European Union (EU), the US, and West Asian nations, Indian textile exports grew by 9.59% in May 2024 compared to the previous year, according to a report by the Confederation of Indian Textile Industry (CITI). Additionally, Indian apparel exports saw an increase of 9.84% during […]