Meenakshi India Ltd plans to more than double its apparel manufacturing capacity to 38 lakh pieces by FY30 from around 18 lakh pieces currently, backed by a phased capital expenditure of ₹40-50 crore, as the company positions itself to benefit from the ongoing shift in global sourcing towards
Gartex Texprocess India 2026, incorporating the Denim Show, concluded on a successful note, drawing 15,079 visitors and facilitating strong business engagement across the garment, textile and denim manufacturing value chain. The three-day exhibition brought together more than 190 exhibitors, including over 40 first-time participants, showcasing the latest advancements in
Grasim Industries reported a strong performance in its core Cellulosic Fibres and Chemicals businesses during the first quarter of FY27, supported by favourable market conditions, improved product mix and higher realisations. The company’s consolidated revenue rose 21% year-on-year to Rs 48,716 crore, while EBITDA increased 26% to a record Rs 8,077 crore. The Cellulosic
The Confederation of Indian Textile Industry (CITI) has expressed serious concern over the United States’ decision to impose a 10 per cent tariff on Indian goods following investigations conducted under Section 301 by the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) related to the enforcement of prohibitions on imports produced with forced labour. CITI
By Dr Owen Fernandes I spent many years associated with the textile, apparel and garment industry before transitioning into leadership development and the broader field of human development. My academic grounding in textile engineering gave me an appreciation of the science, systems and precision behind manufacturing. My later work with leaders and organizations taught me
Biji Chacko shares insights on the company’s renewed focus, customer re-engagement, and the growing opportunities arising from India’s integrated textile manufacturing capabilities. For Alok Industries, Bharat Tex 2026 has been more than just a trade exhibition. It has provided the company with an opportunity to reconnect with customers, engage with new partners and
Sanket Sunilkumar Bangad, Director, Bangad Group, on the quality of buyers at Bharat Tex 2026, the growing interest in blended fabrics and expectations of a stronger second half. For Bangad Group, Bharat Tex 2026 delivered a highly encouraging experience, with strong participation from domestic buyers and a notably high quality of business visitors. “It was […]
Harish Ahuja speaks on Bharat Tex 2026, the value of global engagement and India’s evolving position as a preferred textile and apparel sourcing destination For Shahi Exports, Bharat Tex 2026 has provided an important platform for the Indian textile and apparel industry to connect with global stakeholders and showcase the capabilities India has developed over […]
Benninger India has appointed Bikram Saha as its Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer, effective July 2026. Saha brings over three decades of experience across finance, commercial operations, corporate governance and business strategy within the textile machinery industry. He has been associated with Benninger India for more than nine years, having previously
GHCL Textiles reported a strong financial performance for the first quarter of FY27, driven by growth in value-added products, operational efficiencies and expanding vertical integration. The company’s standalone revenue rose 52 per cent year-on-year to Rs 410 crore in Q1 FY27, compared to Rs 270 crore in the corresponding quarter last year. EBITDA increased 116 […]





















