India

Since Independence a land-that-was, the eastern Indian state of Bihar is going all out to reclaim its glory and the recent Bihar Business Connect 2023 was just the catalyst it needed, drawing more than 5,000 investors, entrepreneurs, designers, exporters, buyers and exhibitors from all over the country and abroad.

Jute finally gets a formal collective identity in India with an assurance on origin and quality for traditional jute and jute-diversified products with launch of the Jute Mark India logo.

Applications are open for the New Landscapes Catalyst Grant Scheme — an international programme led by UAL’s Fashion, Textiles and Technology Institute (FTTI), in partnership with the British Council.

How can craft serve as a potent climate solution? What are the critical areas for intervention needed for a sustainable craft ecosystem? Is craft a catalyst for sustainable fashion? What are the interventions needed for a sustainable craft ecosystem? A just-released report answers these questions and explores more. 

The Indian government will hold Bharat Tex 2024 from 26–29 February 2024 in New Delhi as a consolidated and unique platform to position and showcase the country’s textile value chain and also highlight strengths in fashion, traditional crafts and sustainability initiatives.

A “crusader” against climate challenges, the importance of preserving and promoting India’s homespun khadi was underscored at a talking heads symposium organised by Delhi University’s Lady Irwin College.
 

The backbone of agriculture, empowering women in the cotton value chain can have positive effects beyond farm productivity, leading to improved living standards and food security, says a new report by CottonConnect.

A dedicated landing page for India by the SME Climate Hub will help MSMEs make a globally recognised climate commitment, and measure, report and reduce their emissions through a suite of tools and resources.

The 2023 India Impact Report by Better Cotton claims environmental, social and economic benefits of Better Cotton production.

The digital disruptor segment of India's fashion and lifestyle market will grow rapidly in the coming years. The market itself is expected to grow to approximately $35 billion by financial year 2028 at a 25% CAGR, says a Bain & Co report.