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2026-03-26 07:16:37 -

From kala cotton to banana fibre: How homegrown brands are innovating Indian textiles
Indian handlooms are experiencing a significant revival, as homegrown brands reimagine traditional textiles into modern fashion while prioritising sustainability. While the term handloom, in India, still evokes the image of our mothers' saris, beautiful Benarsi silk, intricate jamdani on muslin, or Chanderi and Kota Doria, many homegrown brands are now pushing the envelope, reimagining and...

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2026-03-26 10:50:03 -

Weaving a new chapter for Indian textiles with CETA
India’s textile and garment industry has received a major boost after the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) with the UK. Here’s my take on why this pact matters and what we must do next to capitalise on this. Back in the early 90s when India was opening up, annual trade with the UK barely registered. Fast forward to the present, it stands at $1782 million a year....

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The Indian Textile Journal added blog Fashion Media & Publications
2026-03-27 11:32:14 -

Fashion design process from shape memory and conventional textiles
The successful development and implementation of smart clothing require close collaboration among manufacturers, designers, and educators due to the inherently interdisciplinary nature of the field. The emergence of smart textiles marks a significant milestone in the textile industry, enabling the integration of advanced functionalities into fabrics. Among the various types of smart textiles,...

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The Indian Textile Journal added blog Fashion Media & Publications
2026-03-28 05:01:32 -

India spins a new chapter in textiles with duty relief and smart machines
The strategic outlook is constructive. Duty relief has lowered the cost floor. Smart machinery is raising the performance ceiling. The corridor between the two is where competitiveness compounds, says Mukundan Menon India’s textile story has always been one of resilience and reinvention. From the legacy of fine muslins and cottons to today’s role as a global supplier of apparel...

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