EU Fibre-Label Crackdown: The European Commission tested clothing and found fibre info often didn’t match the garments, with some products containing cheaper fibres than declared; authorities stopped sales of hundreds of items and flagged weak manufacturer details on many non-EU/EFTA imports. Pakistan Export Slide: Pakistan’s textile and clothing exports rose slightly in FY but fell sharply in June, wiping out much of earlier gains and leaving the sector more exposed as other exports weakened. India Cotton Yarn Watch: North India cotton yarn stayed steady as mills tried to hold prices, but buyers remained cautious amid garment export uncertainty and tariff worries. Sustainable Denim Deal: Advance Denim and Avalo announced a multi-year partnership to cut water use in denim by combining factory dyeing savings with AI-driven cotton farming that uses fewer resources. UPI–Bizum Push: India and Spain agreed to advance technical talks for UPI–Bizum interoperability, with textiles listed among priority collaboration areas. EU Unsold Clothes Ban: A new EU rule now bars large firms from destroying unsold clothing and footwear, pushing resale, donation, reuse, or repair. PFAS Focus: A new guide highlights the shift away from “forever chemicals” and what textile makers serving the US need to know. India Cotton Sowing Drop: Weak monsoon conditions sent India’s cotton sowing to a multi-year low, raising output concerns for the coming season. Bedding & Home Textiles: Harbor House Living unveiled a refreshed sheets and pillowcase line, while a separate consumer roundup points to more frequent washing needs for household fabrics.