Sector Textiles, Apparels & Acc. - Latest news, views and updates

SECTOR | 02 Jan 2026

Deadline for textile PLI scheme applications extended to March 31

Business Standard

The government has further extended the deadline for submission of fresh applications under the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for Textiles till March 31. The extension follows the significant response received since the application portal was reopened in August 2025, with proposals being submitted by textile companies across priority areas, including man-made fibre (MMF) apparel, MMF fabrics, and technical textiles, the textile ministry stated. In October, the government had extended the last date for filing fresh applications under the PLI scheme for the textiles sector till December 31, which has now been further extended till March this year. "The decision underscores the growing investor confidence in India's textile sector and aims to facilitate wider participation by offering additional time to eligible applicants," the ministry said. PLI Scheme for Textiles was notified on September 24, 2021 with an objective to promote production of MMF apparel & fabrics and...

Textiles, Apparels & Acc.

SECTOR | 15 Dec 2025

Tariff Pressures Persist, But Rice, Textiles And Marine Exports Hold Ground

NDTV Profit

Rice exports continue to face a tight situation due to tariff pressures and market uncertainties, but shipments have so far been sustained.

Textiles, Apparels & Acc.

SECTOR | 09 Dec 2025

CAI advocates free trade for cotton, urges govt to remove 11% customs duty

Business Line

Duty removal will help make Indian textiles competitive in world market, says cotton trade body

Textiles, Apparels & Acc.

SECTOR | 08 Dec 2025

India's cotton imports projected to hit record 50 lakh bales in 2025-26

Business Line

Trade body CAI sees marginal increase in output, while forecasting a dip in consumption

Textiles, Apparels & Acc.

SECTOR | 05 Dec 2025, 09:02PM

Buy, Sell Or Hold: Kaynes Tech, Olectra Greentech, Waaree Renewable, Vardhaman Textiles Ask Profit

NDTV Profit

Analysts shared their insights on various stocks, including Waaree Renewable and Olectra Greentech, at NDTV Profit's 'Ask Profit' show. Here are the key takeaways.

Textiles, Apparels & Acc.

SECTOR | 05 Dec 2025, 08:57PM

Staffing company Quess Corp elevates Lohit Bhatia as CEO

Business Line

Bhatia has worked for over 28 years across Textiles, Auto Components and Services, with expertise in sales, business development and large-scale manpower outsourcing

Textiles, Apparels & Acc.

SECTOR | 23 Nov 2025

Textile industry sees labour codes as key to export growth in US, EU mkts

Business Standard

India's textile sector says new labour codes will strengthen compliance with due-diligence norms and enhance global competitiveness

Textiles, Apparels & Acc.

SECTOR | 19 Nov 2025

Textile industry seeks policy support as US tariffs trigger export downturn

Business Standard

The US is India's biggest market for textiles and apparel. In 2024-25, the sector was valued at about $179 billion, including a $142 billion domestic market and $37 billion in exports

Textiles, Apparels & Acc.

SECTOR | 18 Nov 2025

Textiles Ministry approves 17 new applicants in third round of selection under PLI scheme

Business Line

This follows major amendments to the scheme made last month to further enhance industry participation

Textiles, Apparels & Acc.

SECTOR | 16 Nov 2025

Select rebound: 50 smallcaps gain in double-digits, returning up to 33% last week

Economic Times

Smallcap stocks delivered impressive double-digit gains last week. VTM, Yatra Online, and Indigo Paints led the rally. Textiles, consumer, and niche manufacturing sectors saw notable increases. Healthcare and pharma stocks also performed well. This revival is linked to improving macroeconomics and earnings. Investors are anticipating further catalysts from upcoming RBI policy and trade deal news.