Ever since the COVID-19 pandemic has hit the nation, KARAM Industries – India’s leading Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) manufacturing company – has come forth in identifying the need gaps in the safety equipment market and launched products that serve the consumers’ prevalent needs.

The Southern India Mills’ Association (SIMA) has fervently appealed to the Union Finance Minister to withdraw the cotton import duty, as the duty is severely hurting the global competitiveness of the Indian textile and clothing industry.

At ITMA ASIA + CITME, KARL MAYER presented pioneering solutions for machines and technical services that make textile production faster, more self-sufficient and more diverse.

Higher productivity, sustainability and Industry 4.0 compatible solutions were the highlights of AUTEFA stall at ITMA Asia+ CITME 2021 in Shanghai. Latest machines from the business units – nonwovens technology, woollen carding technology and baling technology – were featured during the event.

According to AEPC, the decision to extend the interest equalisation scheme for shipment rupee export credit for the next three months will help the sector.

The Southern India Mills’ Association (SIMA) has fervently appealed to the Union Finance Minister to withdraw the cotton import duty, as the duty is severely hurting the global competitiveness of the Indian textile and clothing industry.

Rossari Biotech Limited – a specialty chemicals manufacturer providing intelligent and sustainable solutions for customers in industries like for home & personal care, textiles, animal health and nutrition, etc – has agreed to acquire Unitop Chemicals Pvt Ltd for Rs 4.21 billion.

Marzoli – a Camozzi Group company and leader in the supply of complete spinning lines, components and digitalised solutions that optimise performance in spinning process – exhibited digital, innovative solutions at ITMA Asia + CITME 2021.

In this interview with Rakesh Rao, Dave Rousse, President, INDA, highlights the effects of Covid pandemic on the demand of nonwoven fabric.