Company Cachet

Read on about the brands in vogue.

Sewfree Bonding!

Samir Alam explores the innovative thought behind Sewfree.

The Jeans Juggernaut!

A denim survey by leading retail brand Westside, busts myths about how ‘jean’etically compatible Indians are as a breed. 

The Offline Online Conundrum

Samir Alam digs deep into the camaraderie between online and offline sales in the textile and apparel industry and how it affects business on the whole.

Is Your Wardrobe Travel Ready?

Bindu Gopal Rao gives us a lowdown on what travel gear really means and how the trend is here to stay.

Of Procedure And Practice!

The Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI) organised a Seminar by Mr Talakshi Dharod of M/S T R Dharod of Labour & Industrial Law Consultant, on Labour Laws, Important Acts such as ESI, PF, Bonus and Gratuity, on March 3, 2017, at Koshish Hall, Daftary Road, Malad (E), which was attended by more than 200 Garment Manufacturers.

Talking Taxation!

CMAI organised a Seminar on ‘Sales Tax and Professional Tax Amnesty Schemes’ on August 22, 2016, at the Yogi Sabhagraha Hall, Dadar T T. The Seminar was an opportunity for the Members to update themselves with the changing times and improve their know-how of the new Amnesty Scheme. Prakrit Dhondiyal reports on this informative and interesting Session.

Traditional Embroidery Goes Haute

Traditional embroidery from Western India has been an inspiration for countless designers who use it in their work. Chitra Balasubramaniam explores the preservation of traditional embroidery and also its incorporation in contemporary design

Seasonal Thrust To Fashion

Bindu Gopal Rao explores what Spring Summer 2017 has in-store for fashion enthusiasts.

Potentially Green

Sustainable fashion is coming of age in India! Janice Goveas explores the environment friendly practices and ethical path that brands are adapting to ‘go green’.

Gearing Up For The Big Day!

As the Date for the 66th National Garment Fair nears, there is Excitement in the air and this excitement reached a crescendo at the Draw of Lots Function which was held on January 8, 2018, at the Textile Committee Auditorium, P Balu Road, Prabhadevi, Mumbai.

Great Expectations

Samir Alam spells out the expectations of the apparel industry, for 2018.

Of Foresight & Transformation!

Mr Rahul Mehta, President, CMAI, speaks to Kashmira Mirza about the 64th National Garment Fair and other Important issues being faced by the Apparel Industry.

Powering the Way Forward!

Shri Solapur Readymade Kapad Utpadak Sangh, which is celebrating its Golden Jubilee, is organising Solapur’s 1st Uniform & Garment Manufacturers Exhibition between January 5-7, 2017, at the Prithvi Hall in Hotel Balaji Sarovar Premier, Solapur.

Apparel 2016 – Reflections on the Year Gone by

As the curtains come down on 2016, Bindu Gopal Rao speaks to the industry experts to reflect on how the apparel industry fared in this year, what worked and what did not.

The Intex Success!

Apparel reports on Intex South Asia 2016, South Asia’s premium sourcing fair which concluded on a successful note.

The Denim Discourse

Bindu Gopal Rao profiles some of the popular denim brands in the market, today.

The Allure of Banarasi Weaves

Banarasi silk is one of India’s most popular fabrics. Bindu Gopal Rao goes behind the scenes to explore the trials and travails of the traditional weavers, here.

Khadi: The Way Forward!

Samir Alam gives a lowdown on khadi and explores various facets of the khadi industry.

Second - Hand Luxury

Bindu Gopal Rao explores the world of borrowed luxury clothing.

Japanese Brands Making A Beeline For India!

Indian markets have taken to foreign apparel brands like never before. Given the huge numbers, apparel manufacturers are also catering to the whims and fancies of the Indian buyers. Given the huge potential of the organised branded western wear market, several companies from Japan are also eyeing the Indian market. Chitra Balasubramaniam reports on how India is opening up her market for these brands.

Technical Textiles: The Growth Factor

The rise in the production of technical textiles and its use has been consistently on the rise this past decade. Samir Alam finds out the reasons why this segment of the industry is much in demand, at present and how manufacturers are innovating to stay strong in the race.

Stretched For Success

Bindu Gopal Rao narrates the journey of one of the leading menswear brands in India, in context of their latest innovative launch – the 'Stretch Fabric'.

Embroidered With Style

Indian embroidery is fast gaining fancy in the international circuit. Chitra Balasubramaniam focuses on the gaining popularity of embroidery, to unearth the power of this threadwork. 

Company Cachet

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54th Annual General Meeting

Apparel reports on the 54th AGM of the Association. 

Textile Industry Ready To Walk On The GST Path

As the much anticipated GST (Goods and Services Tax) comes into Implementation from July 1, 2017, CMAI organised a GST Seminar by Eminent GST Consultant, Mr Rohan Shah and Senior Officers from the Dept of VAT, Govt of Maharashtra and the Launch of a GST Software ‘ADHIGHAM’ Developed for Garment Manufacturers & Retailers on June 15, 2017, at Yogi Sabhagruh in Mumbai. Mrugaya Chitnis reports. 

A New Dawn Beckons!

The Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI) organised a Press Conference to announce the 65th National Garment Fair on June 27, 2017, at Hotel Samrat, Churchgate, Mumbai. Mrugaya Chitnis reports.