The ongoing 2026 Iran–Israel conflict has triggered a major disruption in India’s footwear sector, placing significant pressure on manufacturers across the country. With supply chains strained and input costs rising sharply, the industry is facing one of its toughest phases in recent years. A key concern has been the shortage of petrochemical-based raw materials such […]
In a significant development underscoring the rising strategic importance of India’s non-leather footwear industry, Dharmendra Narula of Guru Kripa Enterprises (MEDIFEET) hosted Hon’ble Union Textile Minister Giriraj Singh along with Hon’ble Minister of State S. P. Singh Baghel on March 20, 2026, at his manufacturing facility in Agra. The visit evolved into a high-level discussion […]
Unnao: Momentum built steadily across both days at the 15th edition of Kanpur Shoetech, culminating in a buyer-packed finale that pushed estimated business transactions beyond ₹550 crore. Organised by the Indian Footwear Components Manufacturers Association (IFCOMA), the exhibition reaffirmed the Kanpur–Unnao belt’s standing as a critical node in India’s leather and footwear value chain. From early walkthroughs to last-hour […]
President Trump’s latest executive order slaps new customs tariffs on all products entering the U.S. from August 7 onwards. While most countries face an additional 10–30% on top of existing duties, the European Union seems to have tiptoed through with relatively minor damage. Under the order, EU exports will not see cumulative tariffs. Instead, products that already […]
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