AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoDefence Textiles Testing: Surat’s MANTRA has been selected by the Indian Air Force to scientifically test fabrics for digital pattern jackets and trousers, covering specs like strength, pilling, drape, colour fastness and anti-bacterial performance under NABL accreditation—an opening for defence and high-performance textile work. Textile Infrastructure Push: Tamil Nadu inaugurated two mini textile parks in Karur (Kodangipatti and Uppidamangalam) under a scheme supporting MSMEs with shared facilities and up to 50% subsidy, aiming to boost cluster-based production. Handloom Policy & Training: Bangladesh’s state minister says handloom modernisation is underway via training centres, skills development and market expansion, while India’s Ministry of Textiles will mark 12th National Handloom Day on Aug 7 at Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre. Corporate Garment Update: Raymond Lifestyle reported Q1 FY27 results with revenue up to ₹1,516 crore and a 50%+ surge in garmenting, despite a consolidated net loss. Craft Spotlight: Banarasi weavers are re-positioning the labour-heavy Rangkat sari as a differentiated, reversible, story-rich product as power-loom replication rises.
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