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Subir Ghosh

Executive Editor & Co-Founder texfash.com
Subir Ghosh

SUBIR GHOSH is a Kolkata-based independent journalist-writer-researcher who writes about environment, corruption, crony capitalism, conflict, wildlife, and cinema. He is the author of two books, and has co-authored two more with others. In mainstream media, he has worked with the Press Trust of India (PTI), the Telegraph, and the Daily News and Analysis (DNA). 

He has handled communications and publications for the Centre for Science and Environment (CSE), the Wildlife Trust of India (WTI), the Federation of Hotels and Restaurant Association of India (FHRAI). and SPG Publications. Over the years, he has been a columnist for a host of publications, including First Post, Kindle, Asian Correspondent, The Asian, Yuva and the Imphal Free Press, among others. 

He writes, edits, reports and designs. He is also a professionally trained and qualified photographer.

 

List of All Articles

Title Date
Enabling Systemic Circularity and a Collective Push for Industry-Wide Change
Focus Should Be on Collective Responsibility that Foster Transparency and Shared Accountability
Falling into the Blame Game Is Counter-Productive for all in the Value Chain
If Deals Don't Work out, Garment Workers in Manufacturing Hubs Face a Bleak Future
Just Like 'China Plus One' of Earlier, the World Now Needs a 'US Plus One' Trade Policy
Here's a Response to Anti-Wool Agenda: Transparency and Regenerative Sourcing
Trump Tariffs Threaten Growth, Investments and Development for Vulnerable Economies
Better Cotton Remains in Denial a Year after Brazil Scandal Investigation by Earthsight
Fragmented Data on SHC Supply Chain Makes It Difficult to Accurately Assess Stakeholder Impact
As Narratives Go Around in Circles, a New Fashion System Will Have to Emerge at Some Point
In Today’s Digital Society, Personalisation is an Adjustment from Seasonal Trends
Knitted Fabrics Outpacing Wovens as Demand for Athleisure and Functional Apparel Rises
Making Cleaner Textiles: Tersus Has a Closed-Loop Cleaning System
At Heimtextil, Regenerative Design Takes Inspiration from Ecological Principles
Second-Hand Clothes Should Be Considered Waste Only after They Have Served Their Second Life
For Designers and Small Players, Denim PV Is that Platform to Showcase and Connect
Fade Out Label: Handcrafted Work by Upcycling Materials and Innovative Designs
Kelly Konings Textiles: Telling Stories with Weaving, Designing, 2D, 3D
8IGB Community Clothing: Craftsmanship, Artisanal Techniques, and Emphasis on the Human Touch
Hen’s Teeth: Creating Timeless Pieces, Crafting Painstakingly by Hand
DIY Culture Has Had Significant Impact on the World of Denim
Sustainable Fibre Sourcing Faces Systemic Challenges, Particularly in Developing World
Misconception Around Cotton’s Water Usage Has Created Ripple Effects on Denim Industry
COVID-19 Pandemic Certainly Raised Awareness and Need for Hygiene Management for Textiles
Brands Direct Everything; Manufacturers and Mills Just Trying to Be Profitable
Jeanologia Continues to Innovate, Aiming for Fully Zero-Waste Production Process
The Onerous Task of Calculating the Full Impact of a Garment at the Onset Itself
India's Footwear Hub Agra Faces Challenging Task in Handling 45 tonnes of Waste Every Day
Industry Needs to Hold Itself Accountable to Ensure the Rigour of Standards
Down Already a Circular By-Product of Food Sector; Any Use of Down a Win for Industry and Planet
Withering Heights: Fashion’s 1.8m Polybag Problem and TIPA’s Compostable Solution
Leather Needs to Get Aggressive, Take Battle of Words Right into the Camp of Activists
Leather Has No Direct Deforestation Link, but Will Need to Work Hard on Traceability Systems
Intense Focus on Definition of Leather Distracting from Discussions about Sustainability
Lie Another Day: How Cotton's Image Was Sullied by the Media and Activists Alike
Ultimately, Second-Hand Clothing Sector Is Vital Part of Creating a Circular Textile Economy
On an Even Keel: Seaweed Fibre Kelsun Starts Much-Awaited Retail Run
Bangladesh's RMG Industry Will Face Challenges on Multiple Fronts
Bangla Apparel Headed for Internal Turmoil as Links with Awami League Come Home to Roost
Brands Amass Heaps with White Gold as Cotton Farmers Remain Mired in Poverty
Polybion Tackles Food Waste and Avoids Plastics with Biomaterial Celium
Widely Ignored: The Question of Livelihoods and that of Affordable Clothing
Shared Across the African Landscape: The Way Second-Hand Supports Local Economy
Conversation about Waste Driven by People from Outside with Flawed Data to Push their Agenda
Narratives about Second-Hand Clothing Being Driven by Those Who Are Misinformed
Moving to Sustainable Packaging Solutions is Everyone's Responsibility in Fashion Industry
Finishing with Finesse: AI Poised to Revolutionise Denim Manufacturing
Sorting and Collection Plants Full Because Demand In Recipient Countries Is Very Slow
H&M and Zara Linked to Deforestation, Rights Abuses and Land-Grab; Asian Suppliers Sourcing Dirty Cotton from Brazil with Better Cotton Label
Denim Dyeing Set for Disruption by Synovance's Bio-Produced Pigments
 
 
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Event Roundup / System Change Report
Beyond the panels and presentations, the 4th Sustainable & Circular Textiles, Apparel & Footwear event stood out for its open, constructive atmosphere. The second-day workshops in particular provided a space for deeper discussion—moving from theory to practice and encouraging real dialogue about what circularity actually takes. One thing was clear: we don’t all agree on the exact path forward, but we share similar goals. And sometimes, hearing an alternative opinion can sharpen your own perspective.

From Ideas to Impact: Circularity in Textiles Needs Scalable Action—Not Just Solutions

  • Kirsi Roine

14 April 2025
Sourcing Strategies / New Trade Disorder / II Analysis
The plush Plaza Senayan in Indonesian capital Jakarta. Many Asian countries today have thriving domestic markets.

Just Like 'China Plus One' of Earlier, the World Now Needs a 'US Plus One' Trade Policy

  • Subir Ghosh

8 April 2025
 
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Circularity Narratives / ESCF Project Report
Participation in ESCF was not token—it demanded deep engagement from all. For Yee Chain, this meant drawing from years of hands-on trials in circular textile manufacturing. As supply chain partners, it was committed to share its existing knowledge and to advance development/ use of new knowledge and tools to actively contribute to the project.

Enabling Systemic Circularity and a Collective Push for Industry-Wide Change

  • Subir Ghosh

18 April 2025
Circularity Narratives / Crystal International Interview
To support actions against climate crisis, Crystal International announced in March 2022 its commitment to net zero emissions by 2050. It is part of Forum for the Future's Enabling Systemic Circularity in Fashion project. Forum for the Future is a leading international sustainability organisation focused on enabling systemic and urgent action in three potentially game-changing areas.

Focus Should Be on Collective Responsibility that Foster Transparency and Shared Accountability

  • Subir Ghosh

17 April 2025
 
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Retail Prospects / India Story Commentary
The untapped potential of India’s smaller cities is expected to drive the next phase of retail growth. A research report indicates that 60% of the country’s retail growth in the next 2-3 years will come from Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities.

Retail in India – 2025: A Promising Future Backed by Insights and Statistics

  • Susil S Dungarwal

2 January 2025
Silk Sector / India Overview Report
India itself is the largest silk consuming market and, therefore, it does not generate an adequate surplus.

Indian Silk: Production Unable to Meet Domestic Demand; Imports Rise and Exports Fall

  • Special Correspondent

22 February 2024