Category: Interviews & Opinions
Chandandeep Singh: Innovation is no longer optional; it is the foundation of global competitiveness
Recent tariff actions by the US have brought renewed focus on the vulnerabilities and opportunities within India’s textile and apparel sector. As exporters navigate rising ... Read More
Redirecting Indian Textiles
Akhil Jain suggests that the opportunity in 2026 lies in merging this legacy with the future to emerge as a global leader in technological innovation, ... Read More
Molecular engineering enables durable antiviral, antibacterial cotton
In recent decades, researchers have investigated various approaches to incorporating antiviral and antibacterial properties into cotton textiles due to their universal use. Frequent outbreaks of ... Read More
Future of Sustainable Dyes and Bio-Based Alternatives or Waterless Dyeing
There is a slew of new technologies making their way into the Dyeing segment, literally transforming the segment into a new-age category, says Satish Panchani. ... Read More
Leveraging traditional practices for a sustainable textile future
This is the right time for India to make sustainability its core strength by manufacturing products that can be recycled and repurposed to have multiple ... Read More
How rural craftsmanship is driving economic and cultural empowerment
The artisan earns a livelihood, the craft finds continuity, and the consumer becomes part of a larger narrative that honors authenticity over mass production, says ... Read More
Why Tier II & III cities are the next growth engines for India’s apparel industry
Consumers increasingly merge modern fashion trends with traditional elements, reflecting personal style and heritage, says Ramesh Agarwal. India’s fashion story is no longer confined to ... Read More
