'Workers are the miners of nation-building': Sonowal (See 'Corp Brief') India strengthens Textile and Sericulture Cooperation with Georgia (See 'Corp Brief') J&K to host launch of First Limestone Block Auction Roadshow (See 'Corp Brief') Indian Railways crosses 1 Billion Tonne Freight Loading in FY 25-26 (See 'Corp Brief') FEMA - Indian currency falls within scope of 'property' u/s 63 of FERA, empowering authorities to confiscate it when used in contravention of law: HC (See 'Legal Desk') IICA, DGR conclude Certification Program for senior Defence Officers (See 'Corp Brief') Op Drishti: Over 400 surgeries performed at Northern Command, J&K (See 'Corp Brief') ILO welcomes India's Labour Codes (See 'Corp Brief') Limitation Act - provisions of Limitation Act cannot be applied beneficially in favor of a petitioner who demonstrates mala fide intentions, including tampering with official documents: HC (See 'Legal Desk') PMLA - Pre-arrest protection would undermine integrity of ongoing investigation, and anticipatory bail in such cases should be granted sparingly: HC (See 'Legal Desk') RTI/SEBI - Refusal to disclose certain information justified, where details sought for pertains to commercial interests of third parties & received by SEBI in fiduciary capacity during its regulatory functions & disclosure of which could harm competitive position of relevant entities - YES: SEBI (See 'Legal Desk') Misc - When election process was initiated by notifying election and subsequently commenced, writ petition is not maintainable against it without exhausting alternate remedy: HC (See 'Legal Desk') PMLA - Question of substitution of attached property by way of any cash deposit or fixed deposit does not arise, if said property directly/indirectly acquired are attached, but not attached as value thereof: SAFEMA (See 'Legal Desk') Government intervention and Corporate governance (See CORP EINSICHT)

Print

India strengthens Textile and Sericulture Cooperation with Georgia

Published: Nov 24, 2025

By TIOLCorplaws News Service

NEW DELHI, NOV 24, 2025: A high-level delegation from the Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, led by P. Sivakumar, Member Secretary, Central Silk Board (CSB) and Secretary General, International Sericultural Commission (ISC), concluded a successful multi-sectoral engagement in Georgia, during 17-21 November 2025,  aimed at strengthening cooperation in sericulture, textiles, apparel, and carpet trade.

The delegation participated in the 11th BACSA International Conference - CULTUSERI 2025, where Sivakumar delivered the Opening Address representing ISC, highlighting India's leadership in traditional silk knowledge and its relevance to creative and cultural industries. He also presented a technical paper titled "The Chronicles of Wild Silk."

Dr. S. Manthira Moorthy, Director (Tech), CSB, presented a paper on Indo-Bulgarian collaboration in developing a productive bivoltine silkworm hybrid for India.

During the visit, CSB showcased its innovative "5-in-1 Silk Stole," a premium product integrating Mulberry, Oak Tasar, Tropical Tasar, Muga, and Eri silks. Conceived under the initiative of the Member Secretary, the product was highlighted as a unique representation of India's rich silk heritage with strong market potential

The delegation engaged with key Georgian institutions, including universities, sericulture laboratories, research centres, textile companies, apparel manufacturers, carpet traders, and the Georgian Chamber of Commerce & Industry (GCCI). These interactions emphasized opportunities for enhancing bilateral textile trade, promoting industry collaborations, and exploring joint research in sericulture.

Meetings with senior officials of the Government of Georgia focused on identifying new areas of cooperation, improving market access, and expanding trade in textiles, apparel, carpets, and value-added silk products.

Key Outcomes

Strengthened India-Georgia cooperation in sericulture research, textiles & apparel trade

Showcased India's innovation through the 5-in-1 Silk Stole, a potential flagship product

Identified new avenues for trade diversification, including carpets and high-value textiles

Created pathways for institutional partnerships and technical collaboration

Reinforced India's global role through active participation in the BACSA international platform

The visit marks a meaningful step in advancing India's textile diplomacy and promoting cross-border partnerships for the growth of the silk and textile sectors

TIOL CORP SEARCH

TIOL GROUP WEBSITES

taxindiaonline
taxindiainternational
tioltube
TKF
TIOLawards
A TIOL Website. Copyright © 2025 TIOLcorplaws.com All rights reserved.