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Alessandra Mezzadri

Reader in Global Development and Political Economy, SOAS University of London
Alessandra Mezzadri

Alessandra Mezzadri is Reader in Global Development and Political Economy, SOAS, University of London.

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Ground Work / MANTRA Interview
Waterjet looms used for polyester or nylon saree production generate selvedge waste called chindi. Millions of metres of sarees are produced daily, and many players, specially the small ones, simply discard it or burn it in boilers as fuel. Some factories, it is said, substitute 20–30% coal with chindi, burning it at night, often between midnight and dawn, because coal is expensive. This is extremely polluting as it releases toxic emissions.

To Remain Competitive Globally, Surat Must Embrace Sustainability

  • Richa Bansal

29 October 2025
Worker Life / Ethiopia Resurgent / V Interview
Industrial zones are transforming nearby communities, bringing new consumer desires and widening the gap between rural and urban life.

The Human Story Inside Ethiopia’s Textile Parks: Survival, Change and Hope

  • Subir Ghosh

30 October 2025
 
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State of Textiles / LB Tex Interview
Earlier, a lot of fabric and garments used to come by road from Bangladesh and China. The government managed to stop that, but the same material now comes by sea—to Chennai or Mumbai, it makes no difference. That’s why today the entire Indian textile market is disturbed.

Aatmanirbhar Bharat Will Come When We Rely More on India-Made Products

  • Richa Bansal

31 October 2025
State of Textiles / Gaurang Bhagat / I Interview
As of now every state has different incentive structures. Gujarat gives a 25% capital subsidy; Maharashtra gives 35%. Such variations create imbalance and unfair competition. Why should the same industry get different levels of support depending on where it’s located? That discourages fair competition and investment in certain regions. A national-level, uniform textile policy would make growth more equitable.

India Needs ‘One Nation, One Textile Policy’ and ‘One Product, One Slab’ GST System

  • Richa Bansal

30 October 2025
 
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Going Circular / Lindström Group Interview
Lindström’s RFID-enabled workwear system tracks garments through washing, delivery, and return, reducing overproduction and waste.

Lindström at Work: How Finnish Innovation Is Rewriting Future of Workwear and Recycling

  • Subir Ghosh

29 September 2022
Consumer Trends / Quiet Luxury Commentary
What is the right strategy for luxury brands when it comes to displaying their logos? Findings suggest that prominent logo displays often backfire, making brands seem inauthentic and less cool. This strategy turns fans of the brand away, potentially reducing its market share.

Luxury Fashion Going Quiet as Minimalist, Logoless Style Stages a Comeback

  • Paurav Shukla
  • Dina Khalifa

19 January 2024
 
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Higg Suite / 3.11 Update
The new cotton datasets were modeled according to Cascale’s industry-aligned Cotton LCA methodology, which was published in October 2024.

Cascale Updates Higg MSI with Expanded Cotton Data and New Home Material Categories

  • Staff Writer

31 October 2025
Climate Action / WRAP Roadmap
Collaboration between signatories, retailers, and charities has expanded reuse and recycling networks, capturing thousands of tonnes of textiles that would otherwise have become waste.

Circular Dreams at Risk: WRAP Sounds Alarm on Textile Growth Outpacing Climate Targets

  • Staff Writer

29 October 2025