Tiruppur apparel manufacturers, hit by US tariffs, believe Budget 2026 measures will help traditional MSMEs modernize manufacturing, improve efficiency, and enhance global competitiveness through technology upgrades and infrastructure support.
Tiruppur exporters anticipate a competitive edge from the India-EU Free Trade Agreement, aiming to increase EU exports from 25% to 40% within years of implementation.
Indian apparel exporters warn that sustained US tariffs could cause permanent market share loss and job cuts, with Tiruppur's Rs 14,000 crore annual exports to the US particularly vulnerable.
A shocking incident occurred in Tiruppur when a slipper was thrown at renowned Tamil lyricist Vairamuthu during a cultural event inauguration. Police identified the woman behind the act, linking it to mental health concerns and a prior complaint.
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Tiruppur's knitwear hub faces a severe crisis as 50% US tariffs lead to massive losses and labour slowdown. Discover the impact and how exporters are struggling to survive.
Former Tamil Nadu BJP president K. Annamalai was arrested in Tiruppur for leading a protest against garbage dumping in Iduvai. The demonstration follows residents' attempts to stop municipal trucks on December 16. Read the full story.
Tamil Nadu police detained former BJP state president K Annamalai during a protest against waste dumping in Chinnakalipalayam village. The BJP condemns the Stalin government's action. Read the full story.
Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin warns PM Modi of a Rs 15,000 crore export order wipe-out in Tiruppur due to US tariffs, urging immediate resolution. Read the full story on the crisis hitting India's knitwear hub.