Apparels

Solitario Lab Grown Diamonds: The funding round saw participation from prominent investors such as Neeraj Gupta (Founder of Meru Cabs), Mauritius-based FPI Investi Global, Vicco Group, and Seema Manish Nuwal (Promoter of Solar Industries).

Footwear major Khadim India Ltd plans to demerge its distribution business by March 2025 with a subsequent listing by May. The move aims to improve margins and unlock value for its core retail segment. The company is also exploring partnerships to boost sales and expects to launch an athleisure segment to enhance its product range.

Senco Gold share price: Brokerage firm Motilal Oswal downgraded Senco Gold’s rating from ‘buy’ to ‘neutral’ due to margin volatility and weak earnings visibility. It has set a target price of Rs 400, suggesting a potential upside of 31% from current levels.

Omnichannel eyewear retailer Lenskart has started the process of its initial public offering (IPO) and is looking to file its draft papers by May, sources told ET. The company is set to enter the public markets with a $10 billion valuation, double its previous funding round.

Speaking at the Bharat Tex 2025, Modi said, “We are currently ranked as the 6th largest exporter of textiles and apparel in the world, with textile exports valued at approximately Rs 3 lakh crore. Our goal moving forward is to triple this figure and achieve exports worth Rs 9 lakh crore. “This success is attributed to the hard work and consistent policies implemented over the past decade, which have led to a doubling of foreign investment in the textile sector during this period.

Luxury houses have no choice but to change. They can’t increase the prices, but there will be an absolute shrinking of distribution. Brands have no choice but to take a hit. You cannot be in a luxury space and be ubiquitous, says Desirée Bollier, the chair and global chief merchant of Value Retail.

Nigeria’s Ogun state governor Dapo Abiodun has said the biggest cotton and apparel industry in West Africa will be soon set up in the state that can employ up to 40,000.
The groundbreaking ceremony for it would be performed soon, and it will be located in the Special Agro-Processing Zone.
His administration is working on generating power that would offer industries the cheapest source of energy.

In January 2025, Cambodia’s apparel exports soared by 34.85 per cent to nearly $950 million, contributing significantly to the country’s foreign income.
Both knitted and non-knitted apparel saw substantial increases, indicating a robust start to the year amid rising global demand and demonstrating the industry’s resilience in a challenging economic climate.

The Saudi Fashion Commission launched the Sustainable Ihram Initiative at the Islamic Arts Biennale, focusing on recycling Ihram garments to create eco-friendly attire.
In collaboration with SIRC, Tadweem, Sanko Textile, and RE&UP, the initiative supports textile recycling and a circular economy.
Aligned with Saudi Vision 2030, it promotes sustainable fashion practices.

Puma’s new Creativity Pack unites Neymar Jr and LaMelo Ball, blending football and basketball in a bold collection.
Featuring the FUTURE 8 boots and MB.04 shoes, both boast vibrant designs and top-tier tech for creative play.
The FUTURE 8 offers FUZIONFIT, GripControl Pro, and FLEXGILITY outsole, while the MB.04 features NITROFOAM and a striking mismatched look.