At the opening of the 105th edition of the Riva fairs, futurist Alberto Mattiello described the fair as an amplifier of collective intelligence. The challenge: using AI and data to anticipate market trends, new technologies to manage the transition towards sustainability and traceability, and start-ups as a compass pointing towards new paths. In 1906, at […]
Brussels, Belgium | 15 July 2026 Aqeel Panaruna, Member of the CII Europe Council, represented Indian industry at one of the highest-level India–EU Business Roundtables held in Brussels, joining a top-tier Indian ministerial delegation for talks aimed at deepening the strategic partnership between the two economies. The Indian delegation was led by Union Minister of […]
Effective Date Rules notified 3 July; come into force 15 July, along with the CETA itself Step 1: Determine Origin Qualification Check tariff classification → refer Annexure A for product-specific rule Goods qualify if: wholly obtained, produced entirely from originating materials, or sufficiently processed using non-originating materials Product-Specific Rule May Require Change in tariff classification […]
New Delhi/Auckland – Opinder Singh, President of the Confederation of Indian Footwear Industry (CIFI), UP Chapter, was among the distinguished guests during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s historic visit to New Zealand. The gathering, part of PM Modi’s landmark trip that saw bilateral relations elevated to a strategic partnership, brought together prominent business leaders of Indian […]
Fizzy Goblet, an Indian footwear and accessories label, announced on Tuesday that actress Kareena Kapoor Khan has made a strategic investment in the company deepening a relationship that goes back more than ten years. Kareena, the brand’s face since April 2022, will now take on a bigger role as a strategic partner, contributing to design […]
With a landmark trade agreement days away from taking effect, Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal’s three-day London visit from June 25–27, 2026 sent a clear signal: the India-UK economic partnership is entering a new and consequential chapter and the footwear industry has a seat at the table. A Historic Agreement on the Horizon […]
The 105th edition of Expo Riva Schuh and Gardabags (13–16 June 2026) closes under the banner of internationalisation, diversity of offer and innovation: from international delegations to new Summer 2027 collections, and the debut of AI runway shows. With 22 events and operators from across the globe, Riva del Garda once again confirms its role […]
Riva del Garda, Italy: The session “India Calling: New Routes for Global Business” emerged as one of the key knowledge-sharing platforms at GardaBags, bringing together industry leaders, policymakers, trade experts and international stakeholders to explore the immense opportunities unfolding in the Indian footwear, leather, fashion and retail sectors. The session commenced with a welcome address by Mauro Di Molfetta, […]
Agra’s footwear industry came together on June 2, 2026, at Holiday Inn, Agra, for a focused session on the India–EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA) and the emerging regulatory framework that will shape the future of exports to Europe. As part of its ongoing efforts to facilitate industry dialogue and knowledge-sharing, Shoes & Accessories magazine, led […]
Over 1,000 exhibitors and brands from 44 countries, alongside 219 hosted buyers from 49 nations. The events organised by Riva del Garda Fierecongressi offer stability for business, as well as opportunities for insight and connection at a time when global trade is retreating. A total of 22 events will take place, covering innovation, trends and […]
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