Textile Production Pressure in India: Surat weavers are voluntarily cutting output as polyester yarn prices jump ~25–30% (Rs 112/kg to Rs 140/kg), but grey fabric prices lag, squeezing margins and prompting weekly holidays and shorter shifts. Innovation to Replace PFAS: Demeter Bio unveiled Fibrepel, a non-toxic biomaterials coating meant to mimic PFAS water and stain resistance for textiles and packaging, positioning it as a safer alternative amid tightening PFAS rules. Circularity Push in India: ReFiber launched “Freedom from Unused Garments,” enabling doorstep pickup of unwanted clothes via its platform, backed by industry groups and UNIDO to boost reuse and upcycling. Fashion & Craft Training in Malaysia: Malaysia’s National Youth Skills Institute (IKBN) is upgrading its Fashion and Clothing Technology facilities with ICT and modern workshops to better match TVET needs. Trade & Market Access: India’s Amazon Global Selling targets $80B in cumulative exports by 2030, with home textiles, apparel and furniture showing strong growth. Policy/Legal Watch: Pakistan’s Lahore High Court ruled it’s unlawful to disconnect a separate domestic electricity connection to recover dues tied to an industrial connection. Heritage Textiles Spotlight: Thailand’s SUPPORT Foundation marks 50 years with the “Future SUPPORT” textile-focused exhibition, highlighting traditional craft carried into modern tech.