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$174 billion on the brink: India’s textile industry reels under West Asia war shock, braces for ‘huge crisis’ in April

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India's massive textile sector is grappling with a severe crisis with the ongoing West Asia conflict driving up oil and raw material costs. This situation is threatening the industry's ambitious growth targets.

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Sustainability

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SME

MSME Business Forum, Vertex Group partner for skill development, job creation
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Policy

Airbnb supported 1.11 lakh jobs in India in 2024, contributed Rs 2,400 cr in wages: Report
Airbnb supported 1.11 lakh jobs in India in 2024, contributed Rs 2,400 cr in wages: Report
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Trade

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Indian tile makers feel heat of Mideast war energy crunch
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Money

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IT

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Marketing

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HR

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