Differential US tariffs and Indian Textile exports: Potential for Export Growth
Global unpredictability & chaos clearly is hurting growth which is visible in soft data and also trickling hard data.
The differential tariffs hopefully will help India's textile exports to rev-up it's market share in the US market.
The supportive tariff arbitrage to work as a margin buffer expect textile trade experts back home in India.
So the experts' policy advocacy seeking timely administration intervention schemes like PLI etc. to help industry enhance the scale and scope the area where the industry is marred by the constraints of making best out of opportunities been thrown by Trump's ratchet up of tariff tantrums. The government is trying to do its bit but more needs to be done given that the ball has already been thrown and waiting to be caught and the good bit is the authorities are seized of the issue and, are also in the process of exploring and doing a terrific job of trying a right fit FTAs/Bilateral trade deals across globe including mother of all EU-India trade alliance to get textile industry its mojo back.

The 16th Edition of the India Tex Trend Fair (ITTF), to be held in Tokyo, Japan from 15^th to 17^th July 2025, will be inaugurated by the Union Textiles Minister, Giriraj Singh.  ITTF is a premier platform

How substantive will India-US mini trade deal would be? But bigger issue is that, it has to deliver finding common grounds for win-win on both the sides, rather than win-loose or loose-win.

The much-awaited mini trade deal between India and the United States may be interim/framework for a trade deal in the constructing but regardless of the scope and scale it could still be materialize in substance, anticipate all the stakeholders including Delhi administration.

The semblance at this crucial stage is that world is waiting every single trade deal with bated breath.

"President Trump’s indication of lower tariffs is an encouraging signal for India’s labour-intensive sectors such as apparel. However, unless the bilateral trade agreement achieves meaningful tariff elimination—particularly on garments—the deal risks falling short of enhancing our global competitiveness. Indian apparel exporters already operate under intense price pressures, where even a 5–10% tariff can prove to be a decisive barrier.

We hope both sides will work towards a fair, forward-looking agreement that acknowledges and supports the vital contribution of India’s job-creating industries".

CREDITS: Shivansh Kansal, Director, CTA Apparels

3rd UP INTERNATIONAL TRADE SHOW (UPITS)

EVENT DATE: 25-29 September 2025
3rd UP INTERNATIONAL TRADE SHOW" (UPITS)
EVENT VENUE:
India Expo Centre and Mart, Greater Noida, UP
ORGANISER:
Jointly organized by Government of Uttar Pradesh & India Exposition Mart Limited (IEML)

Textiles Minister inaugurates 73rd Edition of India International Garment Fair (IIGF).

Highlighting on the road ahead, Pabitra Margherita, Hon’ble Union Minister of State for Textiles and External Affairs, Government of India underlined, “On the trade front, the India–UK Free Trade Agreement, and our ongoing negotiations with the EU and US, will open new avenues for growth. These are high-value, quality-conscious markets, and we are committed to equipping Indian exporters with the right strategy, standards, and compliance to seize these opportunities.”

Commenting on the 73rd Edition of IIGF Sudhir Sekhri, Chairman AEPC and IGFA said, “I am happy to share that IIGF will provide a strong platform for the Indian apparel exporters to capitalize on India’s momentum for growth.

Pabitra Margherita, Hon’ble Union Minister of State for Textiles, will be inaugurating the 73rd Edition of India International Garment Fair (IIGF).

The inauguration will be followed by the Minister's address who is the Chief Guest of the event. Other dignitaries include:- Ramvir Singh Bidhuri, Hon’ble Member of Parliament- Manjinder Singh Sirsa, Hon’ble Minister for Industries, Foods & Supplies, Environment, Forest & Wild Life, Govt.of Delhi,   - Smt. Neelam Shami Rao, IAS, Secretary, Ministry of Textiles.

Date1st July 2025 (Tuesday).

11.50 AM- Inauguration at Yashobhoomi, Gate No 1, Dwarka, New Delhi (India).

Salil Chawla, Director of DFU Publications and a seasoned industry professional with 35 years of experience, recently served as a jury member for the HimGra Italtex Design for ICON Look Book 26/27 event.

In a fashion world chasing fast cycles, the HimGra Italtex Design for ICON Look Book 26/27 dared to pause—and root its runway in the mountains. Hosted virtually on 24 June 2025, this pioneering showcase blended grassroots design, regenerative fiber innovation, and emerging luxury narratives that promise to redefine how fashion is grown, made, and honoured.

This is our Mahi moment — a shift from margins to the mainstream,” added K D Sharma, Founder of DESCATUK.

India International Garment Fair (IIGF)—73rd edition. The show is between 1st and 3rd July 2025, Hall No. 1, Yashobhoomi, Dwarka, New Delhi. IIGF is Asia's largest garment fair, bringing MSMEs and buyers together. The show will begin at 9.10 am every morning.
Organization of the Fair
The Fair is jointly organized by:
Apparel Export Promotion Council (AEPC)
International Garment Fair Association (IGFA)
It is supported by:
Garment Exporters & Manufacturers Association (GEMA) l Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI) l Garment Exporters Association of Rajasthan (GEAR Rajasthan).

CLICK is the natural evolution of the India Affiliate Summit (IAS), and this 11th edition marks the exciting inaugural chapter of its new identity. The summit will take place on 20–21 August 2025 at Andaz, Delhi.

This premier event will unite the entire marketing and advertising ecosystem, from brands and advertisers to publishers, agencies, SaaS firms, ad networks, martech innovators, and tech leaders. By joining us as a supporter, your brand will be showcased to industry leaders, gaining significant recognition and visibility across key stakeholders. 

What’s Fuelling the Next Performance Marketing Breakthrough? 

Shishir Lahoti, Additional General Manager at India Exposition Mart Limited, delivered an inspiring and information-rich address in New Delhi today as GTE and IEML announced their strategic partnership.

He began by highlighting the momentum behind India’s garment and textile industry: new MITRA parks, advantageous trade agreements, and surging e-commerce are expanding capacity and driving innovation.

With the country’s online apparel market growing at an estimated 22 percent CAGR, manufacturers and brands have unprecedented opportunities.

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