The Centre has proposed a five-part integrated programme, with Rs 1,500 crore allocation designed to boost self-reliance in fibres, upgrade manufacturing ecosystems and strengthen traditional crafts
V-Mart Retail swung back to profitability in the December 2025 quarter, reporting a net profit of Rs 87.99 crore as revenue, total income and Ebitda improved sharply from the previous quarter.
Centre says that several key segments recorded notable growth during November 2025, with readymade garments (RMG) growing 11.3 per cent
The reports noted that the move seeks to ensure shoppers are not misled about fibre compositions or origin claims
However, most high-rated entities with a high US exposure have comfortable liquidity and leverage headroom to manage any immediate pressure
The Ministry of Textiles convened a wide-ranging consultative meeting with micro, small and medium enterprise (MSME) textile exporters from across the textile and apparel value chain
Lower exports and pressure on pricing to contract industry operating margins by 200 to 300 basis points (bps) in fiscal year 2026, says Icra
With rates rationalised and inverted duty structures corrected, apparel and footwear players eye stronger demand and sharper pricing
Even as the short-term prospects look grim, the situation reinforces the urgency of diversifying markets, driving innovation, and bolstering policy support
Jaiwant Singh Dhingra notes that the correct way to operate a long-term, successful apparel brand, at least for India, is to cater to the trends that are happening currently
