Category: Interviews & Opinions

Bridging the Divide

Divya S- March 26, 2026

Can academia and industry align to fix textiles’ talent gap? Divya Shetty examines perspectives from both sides and explores how stronger collaboration between these key ... Read More

Dr Gurudas Aras: Low starting salaries continue to deter top engineering talent

Divya S- March 26, 2026

The textile industry faces a growing talent paradox—acute skill shortages alongside low starting salaries that deter top graduates. This interview explores the disconnect between academia ... Read More

All About Mulberry Silk

Divya S- March 24, 2026

Mulberry silk is considered the highest quality silk in the world due to its long, uniform filaments and refined, lustrous finish informs Dr N Gokarneshan  ... Read More

Finite element methods in yarn spinning

Divya S- March 24, 2026

FEM converts yarn structures into discretised elements to predict tensile strength, breaking behavior, and yarn quality, states M Karthika and Dr N Gokarneshan Finite Element ... Read More

Ajay Kumar Patodia: We are continuously evaluating process upgrades in our Spinning and Knitting divisions

Divya S- March 17, 2026

In an era where digitalisation is reshaping manufacturing, companies are increasingly adopting smart technologies to improve efficiency, sustainability, and responsiveness to market demand. Dollar Industries ... Read More

Rise of Smart Mills

Divya S- March 17, 2026

As circular practices gain momentum, innovations such as 3D knitting and 3D printing are transforming production practices. These technologies are limiting energy consumption and waste ... Read More

Manufacturing Gets Smarter

Divya S- March 17, 2026

Budget-driven initiatives such as challenge-mode development of mega textile parks and the proposed Rs 100 billion SME Growth Fund are expected to accelerate adoption, particularly ... Read More