- 21. Apparel sector braces for margin squeeze as new labour codes kick in
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- ... position as a global sourcing hub. Visit for more Companies now face the challenge of balancing higher compliance costs with the need to maintain competitive pricing in the domestic and export markets. ...
- Created on 27 November 2025
- 22. Mafatlal Shifts Focus: Institutional contracts fuel massive export apparels push
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- ... global apparel solutions provider. The timing is buoyed by Mafatlal’s robust domestic institutional business, which drove a 57% year-on-year revenue surge in the first half of fiscal year 2026, reaching ...
- Created on 26 November 2025
- 23. Apparel's Festive Surge: Driven by ‘Value & Affordability’ shift, tier II citie
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- 24 November 2025, Mumbai India's retail narrative has shifted, with festive-period growth of 11% (August–October 2025) signaling a strong focus on value-driven fashion. While the overall sector surged, ...
- Created on 24 November 2025
- 24. QCO Rollback ignites Value-Fashion boom in domestic retail
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- ... by the government to stabilize input costs for India's vast domestic apparel market, estimated at over $115 billion in 2024. Know More The mandatory BIS certification had caused domestic raw material ...
- Created on 21 November 2025
- 25. Diwali retail hits record Rs 6.05 lakh cr, apparel sector leads with Rs 59,400 cr: CAIT report
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- ... by domestic supply chains rather than large corporate retail. According to CAIT, India’s Consumer Confidence Index (CCI) for October 2025 stood at 8.4/10, reflecting strong optimism in household spending. ...
- Created on 28 October 2025
- 26. A Stitched-Up Situation: Apparel industry cautiously optimistic on proposed GST reforms
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- ... 5% tax slab. This could force them to alter their product mix and marketing strategies. ● Supply chain: A higher tax burden on finished goods could disincentivize domestic manufacturing and encourage ...
- Created on 20 August 2025
- 27. Unlocking Global Sales: India's apparel brands ready for cross-border e-commerce boo
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- ... a core offering of Meta's advertising and platform capabilities. For example an Indian boutique or apparel brand specializing in ethically sourced, handcrafted textiles previously relying on domestic sales ...
- Created on 06 June 2025
- 28. State Domestic Product Report 2024-25: A tale of uneven growth and shifting consumer spending
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- The recently released 'Estimates of State Domestic Product 2024-25' by the Directorate of Economics and Statistics gives a peek into India’s economic landscape at the sub-national level. While the report ...
- Created on 07 May 2025
- 29. Travel & vacation boom leads to a boost in fashion & apparel sector’s sales
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- India's fashion and apparel industry is seeing a boom riding high on the ongoing travel and vacation season. As more Indians embark on both domestic and international trips, the demand for stylish clothing, ...
- Created on 05 May 2025
- 30. The rising apparel imports eroding India's manufacturing bas
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- ... to domestic manufacturing, shifts in retail practices, and a growing trade imbalance. Fashion Guru An uneven playing field With a heritage spanning centuries and employing over 45 million people, ...
- Created on 30 April 2025
- 31. India’s retail sales rise 6% in March 2025 amid steady domestic demand: RAI
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- India’s retail sector recorded a 6 per cent year-on-year sales growth in March 2025, according to the Retailers Association of India’s (RAI) 60th Retail Business Survey. The growth reflects stable domestic ...
- Created on 28 April 2025
- 32. Chhattisgarh signs MoU to set up CMAI Textile & Apparel Facilitation Centre in Raipur in presence of CM Vishnu Deo Sai
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- ... promoting awareness of the state’s industrial policy, and connecting local apparel manufacturers with domestic markets across India. Join our community Santosh Katariya, President of CMAI, said, “Chhattisgarh ...
- Created on 25 April 2025
- 33. US tariff shift opens new growth avenue for India’s apparel industry: CMAI
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- ... their focus on alternative markets like the EU, UK, and Australia, heightening competition for Indian exports. Join our community These nations may also target India’s domestic market, increasing competitive ...
- Created on 04 April 2025
- 34. Beyond Metros: India's apparel retail boom in smaller citie
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- ... trends. Meanwhile, domestic and international brands are expanding their presence in smaller cities through physical stores and online channels. Local brands have strong market hold The apparel market ...
- Created on 24 March 2025
- 35. MAS Holdings to set up $140 million state-of-art apparel park in India
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- ... apparel and textile sector. Fashion Guru The country’s manufacturing landscape supports both global supply chains and the rapidly growing domestic retail market, states Suren Fernando, Group CEO, MAS ...
- Created on 04 March 2025
- 36. CMAI to showcase Indian apparel strength at Bharat Tex 2025
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- ... brands, including Allen Solly, Biba, Calvin Klein, Forever 21, Manyavar, Peter England, Sabyasachi, Tommy Hilfiger, Westside, and more. These brands have played a key role in shaping India's domestic retail ...
- Created on 11 February 2025
- 37. India’s fashion and apparel market to rebound in FY26: Ind-Ra report
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- ... of players like Shein and increased investments in India's manufacturing capabilities are positioning India as a key hub for both domestic and international fashion, says Ankit Jaipuria, Co-founder, Zyod. ...
- Created on 28 January 2025
- 38. Budget 2025: Apparel retail industry's expectations and hope
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- ... uncertainties. With the Budget to be announced on February 1, industry leaders have voiced their expectations, focusing on key areas like taxation, GST rationalization, and support for domestic manufacturing. ...
- Created on 27 January 2025
- 39. CMAI's key budget recommendations to boost India's apparel indust
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- ... under the same rule to ensure equitable support. Additionally, duty-free imports from Bangladesh have posed significant challenges to domestic manufacturers. The influx of Chinese fabrics under the guise ...
- Created on 25 January 2025
- 40. CMAI’s National Garment Fair 2025 wraps up on a high note, boosting India’s apparel industry
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- ... the domestic apparel industry. Fashion Guru A vibrant platform for business growth The fair welcomed over 21,500 trade visitors, including retailers, distributors, and wholesalers, creating a dynamic ...
- Created on 21 January 2025
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