The National Textiles Ministers’ Conference concluded in Guwahati on January 8, after two days of deliberations focused on strengthening India’s textile ecosystem through innovation, sustainability, heritage preservation and export growth. The event saw the participation of textile ministers
India’s textile and apparel exports, including handicrafts, rose to US$ 2855.8 million in November 2025, registering a 9.4% year-on-year growth compared to US$ 2601.5 million in November 2024, according to data released by PIB Delhi. Several key segments reported strong performance during the month. Readymade Garments (RMG) exports increased by 11.3%, while man-made yarn,
The Government of India has approved the Rs 305-crore Textiles Focused Research, Assessment, Monitoring, Planning and Start-up (Tex-RAMPS) Scheme, a major initiative aimed at strengthening research, innovation and global competitiveness in the textile industry. Announced on 27 November 2025, the scheme will be implemented as a fully funded Central Sector programme by the














