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The Confederation of Indian Textile Industry (CITI) will be organizing its flagship event, the 13th Asian Textile Conference (ATEXCON), on 2–3 April 2026 at Hotel Novotel Convention Centre, Hyderabad, Telangana India.

The theme of ATEXCON 2026, “Re-imagining the Future of Global Textiles,” reflects the transformation underway in global textile and apparel value chains driven by geopolitics, sustainability imperatives, technological shifts, and changing trade dynamics.

Amsterdam Textile Show at WFC

Showcase your textile brand to global buyers at the Amsterdam Textile Show!

Join leading international brands networking on fabrics, yarns, garments & innovations at the World Fashion Centre (WFC).

Event Dates: 04-06 November 2026
Event Venue: Amsterdam, The Netherlands

Discover cutting-edge trends, connect with top sourcing pros, and position your exports for success.

Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn. – Benjamin Franklin 
In the Wonderland of Fresh Graduates.
As fresh graduates step out into the professional world, they carry with them the dreams, ambitions, and aspirations nurtured during their educational journey. The “wonderland” they enter is one filled with both opportunities and challenges — a landscape t hat requires adaptability, resilience, and an eagerness to learn beyond the classroom.

While the transition from theory to practice may be daunting, it is also a chance to grow, innovate, and contribute meaningfully to society.

India’s Textile Moment: From Alternate Choice to Global Supply Chain Anchor
In good sense we have started to see the global textile sourcing map is being silently redrawn—and the good news is India is no a pushover/ longer on the sidelines. 
Turn of events
Against the strong backdrop of the speedy back to back rollout of Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) with the US, EU and UK, it is quite interesting to see how India’s textile and apparel industry (T&C) is stepping into the center stage/spotlight on India of global sourcing conversations which in the last 9 months of labour was giving an anemic looks.

India’s Textile & Apparel Industry 2026 – Gist in True Spirit
The report presents a data-rich view of a global industry in reset mode and India’s calibrated response.
Globally, apparel consumption is subdued, with the market at about US$ 1.9 trillion in 2025 and expected to reach US$ 2.3 trillion by 2030, while textile and apparel trade is around US$ 900 billion, still dominated by apparel and led by China but with buyers steadily diversifying towards Vietnam, Bangladesh and India. Higher US tariffs have triggered visible sourcing shifts away from China, softer order books, and inflationary pressure across key markets.

HR’s Shift: From Back Office to Boardroom
The Greek philosopher Heraclitus said, “The only constant in life is change”, and today this truth defines the world of work. As people, workplaces, and industries evolve rapidly, organizations have entered a new era that is reshaping not just how we work but how we value the people who drive it.
From Open Markets to Open Minds
Economic liberalization in the 1990s opened India to global competition, bringing new sectors like IT, retail, and e-commerce. Organizations quickly realized their workforce was not future-ready—adaptability, agility, and technological capability became essential, pushing roles far beyond traditional job profiles.

India–New Zealand FTA: A Quiet Reset in Apparel Sourcing Dynamics

India’s newly concluded free trade agreement with New Zealand, offering zero-duty access, is subtly altering the economics of textile and apparel sourcing. Categories such as cotton T-shirts, woven shirts and babywear from India are now cost-competitive with supplies from Bangladesh and China, narrowing a long-standing price gap.

As import volumes into New Zealand begin to trend upward, even marginal changes in buyer sourcing strategies could translate into meaningful gains.

After assuming charge as Chairman of the Apparel Export Promotion Council (AEPC), Dr. A. Sakthivel paid his first respectful visit to the Hon’ble Union Finance Minister, Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman ji, at her office in New Delhi.

Dr. Sakthivel expressed his sincere gratitude to the Hon’ble Finance Minister for the Government’s continued support to exporters, particularly for the announcement of the Interest Subvention Scheme, Credit Guarantee support for export-linked working capital loans to MSMEs under CGTMSE, and the extension of trade finance support to exports of selected products.

During the meeting, the Chairman also requested the Hon’ble Finance Minister to consider enhancing the higher cap limit under the Interest Subvention Scheme, in order to further strengthen the competitiveness and liquidity position of MSME exporters.

Apparel Exports: A Pillar of India’s Economy and Employment

The Apparel Export Industry is a vital sector of the Indian economy. In addition to its contribution to the GDP of the nation, it provides livelihood to a large number of skilled and semi-skilled workers in the country, especially women. The ministry has been relentlessly working through its many policies and initiatives to support this sector on a comprehensive roadmap to success. 
Credits: Textile Secretary, Ministry of Textiles-Neelam Shami Rao message on the occasion of AEPC Honour Awards produced from the “Book of paper”.

BUSINESS PROCESS RE-ENGINEERING Intellectual product models – detailed engineering proposals of Blackstone Synergy as the collaborating intellectual partner.

Sports Apparel business – the executive summary
Business dynamics of market potential and product engineering differentiation
Scaling margins on minimal costs riding on process and product patents for higher thresholds of pricing V/S performance paradigms
Brand leadership and concomitant penetration to derive value at unprecedented levels centric to the apparel sector.

Investment opportunities in Bihar’s textile sector. With the recent state elections now concluded and the government reaffirming its commitment to accelerating industrial growth, we would like to re-engage with you on potential collaboration opportunities.
The Department of Industries continues to prioritize:
Allotment of industrial land under the Free Land Scheme (50% discounted rates),
Implementation of BIIPP 2025 incentives, and
Fast-tracking approvals for manufacturing units, particularly in leather, footwear, and allied sectors.
Industrial infrastructure projects—including IMC Gaya and Leather Park Mahwal—are progressing, and we would be glad to explore how your organization can benefit from the state’s expanding ecosystem.

Lenzing and OceanSafe partner to launch next-gen performance textiles.

Lenzing and OceanSafe partner to launch next-gen performance textiles featuring TENCEL™ Lyocell - A100 and naNea
The collaboration introduces next-generation yarn combining wood-based¹ TENCEL™ Lyocell - A100 fibers with biodegradable² naNea co-polyester.
Debut capsule sportswear collection showcases a market-ready alternative to conventional synthetics for active lifestyles, delivering enhanced comfort³ ⁴, additional performance⁵ and functionality, and end-of-life solutions² ⁶ ⁷.
Lenzing will be showcasing the collection during Performance Days Munich (October 29-30), [T11 in hall A2] and Functional Fabric Fair Portland (November 11-13), [Booth 752].