More than 30 industries that have zero-pollution load have been exempted from taking environmental clearance even as the Centre released a new four-colour classification scheme for industries based on their pollution potential.

Cotton to remain stable, MMF looks at a lacklustre year, and export to stay subdued: An Ind-Ra Report reveals some of the grey areas, possibilities and challenges facing the Indian textile industry in the FY 2016-17.

An industry-friendly software i-ATUFS to be put in use for the Amended Technology Upgradation Fund Scheme has been is welcomed by the Southern India Mill?s Association

India is expected to produce less cotton this season ending in September, 2016

Cotton to remain stable, MMF looks at a lacklustre year, and export to stay subdued: An Ind-Ra Report reveals some of the grey areas, possibilities and challenges facing the Indian textile industry in the FY 2016-17.

Textile firm Filatex India has commenced commercial production of polyester fully drawn yarns at its plant in Dahej, Gujarat

Cotton to remain stable, MMF looks at a lacklustre year, and export to stay subdued: An Ind-Ra Report reveals some of the grey areas, possibilities and challenges facing the Indian textile industry in the FY 2016-17.

Delicate embroidery grounds continue to be in vogue. Fabric producers are selling transparent, extremely fine, tulle fabrics in the global clothing and lingerie sectors and are constantly demanding new creations in order to stimulate demand even more.

Cotton prices in the Indian market are expected to rise during the coming “off-season months” on reports of lower production forecast and lesser carryover stocks likely for the next season on better consumption and exports.