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Allen Solly women’s Denim range ‘Own Your Shape’ campaign comes up

19th October 2021, Mumbai:

Allen Solly is a brand inspiring the birth of an entirely new consumer class. Launched in India in 1993, it's edgy positioning, smart communication, and great fashion created the 'smart casuals' category in India.

Allen Solly, India’s pioneer brand in casual work-wear from Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Ltd., The brand spotlights body positivity with its new size-inclusive denim apparel.

The campaign addresses the growing concerns– “one-size-fits-all”, as women struggle to find the perfect fit denim. Unveiling a new range of denims for women in diverse sizes with a brand new campaign ‘Own Your Shape’. With the launch of new campaign ‘Own your Shape’, the brand aims to provide stylish denim for every body type.

Mr. Anil S. Kumar, COO, Allen Solly said, “At Allen Solly, we care about the right fit for all body types. The need to move beyond ‘One Size Fit for all’ was common during our customer outreach.

He further added, “The brand strongly believes that this campaign will bring positivity among women and encourage the brand to make more such products.”

The brand caveat ‘Own Your Shape’ campaign is to break away from the stereotype of clothing or the notion of specific styles for certain body shapes and address the diverse sizes of Indian women.

Mr. Mahesh Gharat, CCO, Ogilvy South said, “When women compliment other women on their sartorial choices, it conveys a subtle but beautiful appreciation of each other. This is exactly what the film captures between these three wonderful girls.

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Allen Solly women’s Denim range ‘Own Your Shape’ campaign comes up

Textile sector PLI Scheme to fix RMG puzzle

Fundamentally to make the eco-system less concentrated on cotton push the industry to start increasing the use of MMF (Man-Made Fibres) and more aligned to global consumer demand thus making RMG exports more broad-based and sanguine, a PLI scheme was introduced Wayback in November 2020.

PLI scheme's underlying theme and objective technique is to give the right impetus to domestic manufacturing of man-made fibers, garments, and technical textiles to make the supply chain more contemporary and going forward integrate into the global supply chains.

Hopefully, PLI Scheme will be able to course-correct the asymmetry of our system as the semblance is that now as a structural change is been conspicuously been witnessed in the government approach of leading the trade in the direction where the world is heading to, and clearly is a fundamental tailwind for the turnaround in the fortunes of textile trade.

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Indian apparel exports show an upward trajectory in the coming months

14th October 2021, Mumbai:

With festivity upon us both back home & globally India’s clothing and textile exports witness increased demand, some global factors help our exporters see demand tailwind such as sanctions on China’s New River by the United States, the global China Plus One/ China credible alternate, United Kingdom and the EU, reduced production capacity, Power outage reported from China and Vietnam due and resurgence in COVID-19 cases from western & advanced nations, respectively.

Supportive factors pinching global leader China's rising coal prices China’s due to regulated supply, stringent emission standards (As China tends to usher in decarbonization glide path), and China facing unusually strong demand from the industry both from within & global market

A new wave of COVID-19 at major ports affecting Chinese exports continues to be a niggling global supply side constraint.

Furthermore, The US ban on cotton in the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region is another plus favoring sustainable cotton demand from India.

Back home trade starts to see fundamental demand tailwind for India’s clothing and textile exports as we get into the global festive spirit.

Additionally, on the back of the fact, the fortunes for Exports of cotton and cotton products from India have turned the corner owing to the elevated international cotton prices v/s the prevalent prices of Indian cotton.

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UNEP India, NIFT team up to offer sustainable fashion course module

13th October 2021, Mumbai:

United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP India) and the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) have teamed up to present a curative 'Elective course on Design Innovation for Sustainable Fashion' to students of this apex institute.

Just to put it in quick context," Up until now over 20 batches of this elective course are up & running across 17 NIFT campuses all over India".

It is imperative to state that, The textile industry unarguably is one of the largest global industries & is a large-sized global opportunity, with an estimated market size of roughly USD 3.3 trillion, amounting to some 2 per cent of the global GDP. Additionally being one of the largest job creators accounting for one in six people in the world working in this sector.

It is in furtherance to India consistently working on a host of initiatives on sustainability at different levels in the textiles sector per se.

The joint statement unequivocally emphasises that "This profound collaborative initiative will help the (Textiles) Ministry to chart a mid-term roadmap for a sustainable textile hub in Surat for assisting sustainability and circularity in this sector".

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Textile Ministry (MoT) proposes grading system for sector PLI benefits

19th October 2021, Mumbai:

The Textile Ministry's recent draft finer points/ guidelines are quite indicative that a point-based system with well-defined criteria entailing job provider, location, entities' financials, economic prospects, and technological fit & proper criteria/ soundness.

Ministry has set in criteria of 'A grading system to identify units for the ₹10,683 crore Sector Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme for man-made fiber (MMF) and technical textiles segments giving priority to manufacturers and entities creating job opportunities, located in areas under reached/ smaller cities, which are otherwise an apt choice as in financially fit & proper/ sound, have relevant experience, wherewithal, technical capacity and are keen to invest in integrated production system rather than in piecemeal/ single segment.

The scheme draft will be fine-tuned & operationalized only after the consultative process deriving feedbacks from all multi-stakeholders.

More importantly, the Ministry has also conveyed that subject to a critical threshold of turnover for the incentive if not achieved in a specified year by participating entity, they will not be entitled for incentives in the year in question albeit will not be restricted from claiming the incentive in the following years, provided they meet the all the eligibility criteria as applicable.

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Cotton deficiency likely on the back of the fact elevated consumption & languishing yields

14th October 2021, Mumbai:

The quick perspective on the existing state of affairs,"India’s average cotton yield of around 530 kg per hectare is in quick comparison to about 1,500 kg yield by many of the advanced countries viz Israel, Mexico, Turkey, Australia, Brazil, China, to drive point home".

With the country experiencing in perpetuity poor/ low cotton yields through the years, the Indian textile sector stares at cotton deficiency going forward, unequivocally articulated at a webinar held by the Cotton Association of India (CAI) recently.

There is a conspicuous need for quick measures to increase yield lest the asymmetric prices start to hurt the Indian textile economy which is highly dependent on cotton yields.

Severe stagnation in cotton yields continues to be a serious concern,” there is a clear unanimity on the understanding on the state of affairs as shortage has started to play out in the post-Covid World".

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The Southern India Mills Association (SIMA) seeks timely 'policy intervention' to stabilise cotton prices

13th October 2021, Mumbai:

The Southern India Mills Association (SIMA), 'Committed to foster the growth of the textile industry in India, urged and seriously appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to present an innovative 'Cotton Procurement and Trading Scheme for Cotton Corporation of India' for bringing price stability.

SIMA unequivocally stressed the feasibility of this reducing trade pressure point doing it by providing government funding to procure 10 to 15 percent of the cotton arriving in the open market during the season, also by strategic stockpiling to attain sanguine price stability.

Furthermore, the selling of cotton can be calibrated till the end of the season while also aiming to maintain historic stock for the following season.

Most importantly the Government is also sincerely prompting & motivating the production of organic cotton to protect the soil health and environment, besides to meet the fledgling demand of domestic and international markets, more so as India continues to be a frontrunner in the space of growing organic cotton.

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Reliance allowed by NCLT to seek creditors’ approval for FRL proposed deal

19th October 2021, Mumbai:

NCLT grants permit to Relianceto seeking creditors and shareholders approval for proposed deal with (FRL) Future Group. By granting this important permission clearly, the NCLT sets aside the opposition/ objections raised, and the argument made by Amazon iterating them as “premature” comes as in relief.

Just to give a quick backdrop in the given case," Reliance Retail Ventures is a subsidiary of Mukesh Ambani-owned Reliance Industries (RIL). The group had proceeded with the NCLT seeking a nod to move ahead with creditors’ nod for reorganizing companies in lieu of the proposed Future-Retail Deal waiting for a lasting solution.

Reliance Retail Ventures apparently can hold meetings seeking a much-sought-after nod for the company's proposed ₹24,700 crore deal with the (FRL) Future Group was it really turned out to be a time-drawn exercise.

Noteworthy NCLT's finer points in the given case are awaited.

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Classic Loafers for men from 'Language Shoes'

14th October 2021, Mumbai:

Language Shoes introduces their all-new range of Loafers for men, offering the finest quality of genuine leather indulgence to men. Loafers are a must in everyone’s wardrobe, they are a match made in heaven for all your business casual attire. Language Shoes uses the finest quality genuine leather to ensure you revel in the experience of comfortable luxury.

There are several different styles to choose from Language Shoes, you will find Loafers made of genuine leather, Nappa leather, suede and there are exotic leather options such as Eel and Ostrich skin available as well.

These Loafers are versatile and are crafted in several exciting patterns that are sure to be your go-to for any occasion. Each Loafer has a picture-perfect design and a footbed that will ensure you are as comfortable as you can be. Make a statement with a classy pair of Loafers from Language Shoes.

These premium leather Loafers for men are all handmade and available in several colour options.

Explore the collection of Loafers for men from Language Shoes at its exclusive brand outlets at Nungambakkam, Chennai, VR Mall, Chennai, Express Avenue, Chennai and Sarath City Mall, Hyderabad. and in more than 200 multi-brand outlets across the country, at Viz., Metro Shoes, Mochi, Inc.5, Centro, Atesber, Regal Shoes.

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Uttar Pradesh looks critically at apparel sector to meet export target holding an enormous potential for growth

13th October 2021, Mumbai:

The state committed to taking UP's exports to Rs 3 lakh crore within the following five years, the state government has come out with actionable points which amongst other plans has zeroed in on apparel as a critical sector presenting an enormous scope for growth.

Earlier (PWC) PricewaterhouseCoopers at the behest of Invest UP, came out with strong observations that owing to differences in tariff regulations prevailing among competing nations, India in general and UP in particular, badly loses out to competing countries such as Bangladesh, Turkey, and Cambodias of the world.

The report has proposed numerous measures & steps recommending to enhance UP's presence in an industry where apparel exports are well within its existing resources & capabilities. On the back of the fact that facilitations like serious attempts to renegotiate trade deals with the USA UK, European Union, Canada, and Australia will only act as catalysts.

It is noteworthy here to mention Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath continues to cease growth opportunity and has unequivocally proposed improvement in UP's exports, "When many foreign companies are looking at shifting base out of China/ China Plus/ Credible alternate to China in Post Covid era, asserts Hon'ble CM it is a new reality".

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Welspun India leaps forward upgrading 'multi-level traceability solution Wel-Trak 2.0'

14th October 2021, Mumbai:

Welspun India where innovation is the way forward & the signature of the group is process is the outcome, launched its upgraded multi-level traceability solution Wel-Trak 2.0, this is on the back of cutting edge technology enabled by blockchain, artificial intelligence, and cloud technologies, the earnest was traceability in order to track tens of millions of finished products across its value chain.

Welspun India is one of the leading textile companies in India. It provides a wide array of high-end flooring solutions, including rugs, tiles, and carpets.

A giant leap forward in the direction of providing visibility across long global supply chains in the textile sector. Wel-Trak 2.0 is an upgrade to Wel-Trak, the company’s patented end-to-end traceability technology designed to help the multi-stakeholders viz from retailers to farmers and manufacturers to suppliers, traders, certifying bodies, and end consumers possibly all the ends– technically to track raw materials throughout the supply chain back to their origin so to say.

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Reliance Retail is likely to be the new 'India Gap Franchisee'

13th October 2021, Mumbai:

Reliance Retail is likely to be the new 'India Gap Franchisee' of the cult US fashion brand Gap Inc.

It is to mention here that Reliance has been in advanced talks with Gap lately and as per sources shall emerge as the worthy front-runner to stitch this coveted deal reportedly ahead of 'Myntra' which apparently was also interested in this American fashion apparel brand.

Apparently Reliance Retail will be able to extract a huge concession of manufacturing 100% of all Gap products to be sold in India compared to its arrangement of 70% it had with preceding franchisee partner 'Arvind Fashions'.

Industry sources indicate that Gap was seriously scouting for an India partner ever since it snapped its ties with Arvind Fashions. Arvind Fashions tried hard to justify Gap’s enterprise interest in India, even tried closing and downsizing retailer sizes before the eventuality struck.

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With cotton prices at historic high, Where is textile spinning sector (yarn mills) heading to!

12th October 2021, Mumbai:

Amongst other reasons fuelling Cotton prices the ongoing US-China standoff only flares it, but the spinning sector (yarn mills) continue to see demand tailwind thus this textile segment is not unduly concerned as prevailing market conditions/ dynamics are aptly favoring the sector, so far so good.

It is imperative to make a mention here that Cotton prices all across the world continue to be in elevated price mode & are hitting new highs every now & then.

So no-brainer that this World Cotton Day celebrated on October 7, 2021, was marked by optimist sentiment echoing the corresponding mood among cotton growers and traders this year.

The cotton prices have gone northwards since last many months including Sankar-6, (The domestic benchmark variety) which incidentally has witnessed a massive rally having risen more than 53 percent since early this year.

Sources maintain that cotton prices are unlikely to retrace in a hurry whether you like it or not.