By Mohan Raj Tirupur-based textile major strengthens its position in global apparel manufacturing through vertical integration, technology investments and a strong commitment to workforce welfare From a modest beginning with just six sewing machines and an investment of ₹2 lakh in 1993, K.M. Knitwear has evolved into one of Tirupur’s prominent vertically integrated textile groups. […]
R|Elan™ Circular Design Challenge Brings Together the Global Fashion Community in Paris
R|Elan™ Circular Design Challenge (CDC), the flagship circular fashion initiative by R|Elan™, the United Nations in India and Lakmé Fashion Week, successfully convened its European Jury on 5 July 2026 with an exclusive cocktail evening at Le Meurice, Paris, on the eve of Paris Haute Couture Week. The event marked a significant milestone under the […]
Countdown Begins for Bharat Tex 2026, India’s Largest Global Textiles Expo
‘Bharat Tex 2026: Weaving Indian Textiles Excellence into Fabric of Global Growth’ Bharat Tex 2026, India’s largest global textile event, is set to be held from 14th – 17th July 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, showcasing the complete breadth and depth of India’s textile ecosystem on s unified global platform. Organised by the Bharat Tex Trade Federation, a […]
APR Accelerates Lyocell Adoption in Indonesia with Fabric Processing Masterclass
Asia Pacific Rayon (APR), a member of the RGE group of companies, recently conducted its Lyocell Fabric Processing Masterclass in two of Indonesia’s key textile hubs – Bandung and Solo – to help accelerate adoption of next-generation sustainable fibres. The programme brought together fabric manufacturers, value-chain partners, and technical experts to discuss critical production challenges […]
Weave The Future Launches ‘What Is This Made Of?’ – A National Innovation Challenge to Rethink Textile Waste
As India strengthens its commitment towards circularity, sustainable consumption, and responsible production, Weave The Future invites citizens, creators, students, artisans, researchers, designers, innovators and communities from across the country to participate in shaping solutions to India’s growing textile waste. According to the Ministry of Textile, Government of India, the country is currently dealing with 70.73 […]
India’s Textile Export opportunity creates strong growth runway for Welspun Living
India’s textile sector is entering a favourable phase, driven by global supply chain diversification, improving demand visibility and stronger sourcing activity. As global retailers look to reduce dependence on China and increasingly consolidate sourcing with large, compliant and scaled partners, India is well positioned to gain share in global textile and apparel trade, according to […]
Aditya Birla Group opens third public school in Tamil Nadu
Aditya Birla Public School in Pallipalayam will advance access to quality education and strengthen community development The Aditya Birla Group has announced the opening of a new Aditya Birla Public School (ABPS), in Pallipalayam, Tamil Nadu. Established under the Grasim’s Jan Seva Trust, the co-educational institution will offer classes from Grade 1 through Grade 12. […]
Textile Commissioner Vrunda Desai launches ReFiber & OterRi Initiative to transform textile waste into opportunity
On the occasion of World Environment Day 2026, ReFiber, powered by OterRi, took a significant step towards building a sustainable future by launching Mumbai’s Mega Post-Consumer Textile Waste Collection & Upcycling Initiative. The landmark initiative aims to create a robust circular textile ecosystem by collecting, recovering and upcycling post-consumer textile waste while generating meaningful environmental […]
Grasim Industries announces fresh investment of ₹3094 Crore to expand Lyocell Capacity
Grasim Industries Limited, the flagship company of the Aditya Birla Group and a global leader in cellulosic fibres, has announced an investment of ₹3,094 crore, for Phase II Lyocell capacity of 110K TPA at Harihar, Karnataka. This expansion will consist of 2 lines of 55K TPA (150 Tons per day) each. The first line is […]
YKK strengthens India commitment with US$150 Million Investment in New Manufacturing Facility
Expanding Capacity to Serve a Fast-Growing Textile and Apparel Hub In a significant endorsement of India’s growing stature as a global textile and apparel manufacturing powerhouse, YKK Corporation has announced its decision to establish a new manufacturing facility in Tamil Nadu through its Indian subsidiary, YKK India Private Limited. The investment marks another important milestone […]