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Farmers in North Gujarat fear the destruction caused by the monsoonMehsana: This year monsoon is proving to be a curse for the farmers of North Gujarat. Continuous rains have ruined major crops like cotton and castor. Crops are rotting due to waterlogging in the fields, which has wasted the hard work of the farmers and increased their concern.Due to heavy rains last week, most of the fields were submerged in water, and the water had not yet receded when the rain started again. Due to this, the cotton crop standing in the fields is on the verge of drying up. Farmers are losing sleep in the struggle to save their crops.The situation is especially serious in Kansa village of Visnagar taluka of Mehsana district, where the problem of waterlogging has increased due to sticky soil. About 15 to 17 thousand population of this village is dependent on agriculture, where cotton, castor and oilseeds are the main crops. This year continuous rains have caused heavy damage to these crops, and the concern of the farmers is increasing.Mukeshbhai Patel, a farmer of Kansa village, says that he has five bighas of land on which he had cultivated cotton, castor and oilseeds. But due to heavy rains, the castor and sesame crops have been completely ruined, while the production of cotton has also decreased drastically. Where usually 35 to 40 maunds of cotton were produced in one bigha, this time due to waterlogging, the production will hardly be even 20 maunds.This condition of the farmers has happened due to the uncertainty of monsoon and excessive rain, due to which their season has been completely affected.Read More :-  Farmers of North Gujarat worried about monsoon devastation

This evening, the rupee strengthened by 3 paise to close at 83.95 against the dollar.At the end of trading, the Sensex closed at 81,183.93, down 1017.23 points or 1.24%. The Nifty closed at 24,852.15, down 292.98 points or 1.17%.Readmore:-  Indian Textile Industry Poised to Reach $300 Billion by 2030, Aims for $100 Billion in Exports: Government

In early trade, the rupee gained 2 paise to 83.95 against the US dollar.Mumbai, Sep 6 (PTI) Rupee rose by 2 paise to 83.95 against the US dollar in early trade on Friday amid a weaker dollar against major currencies overseas.Read More :> Indian Textile Industry Poised to Reach $300 Billion by 2030, Aims for $100 Billion in Exports: Government

The rupee closed 1 paisa lower at 83.98 against the US dollar this evening.At the close of trading, the BSE Sensex fell 151.48 points or 0.18 per cent to close at 82,201.16. The NSE's 50-share index, Nifty, fell 53.60 points or 0.21 per cent to close at 25,145.10.Read more:- Rains and Floods Ravage Over 20 Lakh Acres of Crops in Telangana

The Indian government projects that the textile industry will generate $300 billion by 2030 and export $100 billion.The Indian textile industry has the potential to grow into a $300 billion powerhouse by 2030, with $100 billion expected to come from exports, the government announced on Wednesday. Currently valued at $175 billion, including $38-40 billion in exports, the industry is playing a crucial role in driving India's GDP, according to Pabitra Margherita, Minister of State for Textiles and External Affairs.At Assocham’s ‘Global Textile Sustainability Summit,’ the minister highlighted the importance of sustainability in shaping the future of India's textile sector. He emphasized the need for India to take the lead in sustainable textiles while promoting global responsibility. Margherita advocated for innovation and collaboration, stating that economic growth must align with social responsibility and inclusivity.“India’s textile sector offers unique opportunities to set new standards in sustainability. Our progress must be guided by these principles, ensuring the industry thrives while also positively impacting the planet,” Margherita said during the event.Rohit Kansal, Additional Secretary at the Ministry of Textiles, identified four major trends driving the sector: steady growth with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8% in the domestic market, increased digitization, automation, and the integration of artificial intelligence (AI).Kansal also highlighted government policy initiatives, such as the production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme, PM Mega Integrated Textile Region and Apparel (PM MITRA) parks, and the National Technical Textile Mission (NTTM), all of which are creating world-class infrastructure, encouraging investment, and generating employment in the textile industry.“Our goal is not just to position India as a hub for sustainable textiles but to inspire a global shift toward a more responsible textile industry. Achieving sustainability will require commitment, collaboration, and innovation,” Kansal said.MS Dadu, Chairman of Assocham’s Textiles and Technical Textiles Council, noted the importance of adopting advanced technologies like waterless dyeing, digital processing, and energy-efficient garment manufacturing. “By embracing these innovations, we are setting a global standard for a more environmentally conscious industry,” Dadu added.Read More :> Tamil Nadu Textile Mills Struggling Amid Multiple Challenges

Rupee Gains 4 Paise Against US Dollar to 83.97The Indian rupee appreciated by 4 paise to 83.97 against the US dollar in early trade on Thursday, supported by a weakening American currency and positive domestic equities.Read More :> Rains and Floods Ravage Over 20 Lakh Acres of Crops in Telangana

This evening, the rupee closed at 83.97 against the dollar without any change.At the close of trading, the BSE Sensex fell 202.80 points or 0.25 per cent to close at 82,352.64. The NSE's 50-share index, Nifty, fell 81.15 points or 0.32 per cent to close at 25,198.70.Readmore:-  Abohar Flooded After Continuous Rain, Cotton Farmers Fear Crop Damage

In Telangana, Rain and Floods Destroy Over 20 Lakh Acres of Crops  Telangana has been severely affected by recent heavy rains and floods, leading to widespread crop damage across the state. Initial estimates suggested crop losses in about 4.15 lakh acres, but sources now indicate that over 20 lakh acres may have been destroyed. Final figures will be confirmed after a thorough assessment, but officials are already concerned about a significant decline in crop production this season.The worst-affected districts include Mahabubabad, Mulugu, Khammam, Nalgonda, Nagarkurnool, Mahabubnagar, Hanamkonda, Bhadradri Kothagudem, and Jangaon. Early assessments show that paddy, cotton, and maize have suffered the most, with cotton at particular risk since it was in the flowering stage. Standing water in fields could cause the plants to turn red and dry out, leading to further losses.Agricultural scientists warn that the situation could deteriorate if the rains continue, especially for cotton, which is cultivated on nearly 42.6 lakh acres in the state. Cotton cultivation has already decreased by nearly eight lakh acres during the current Vanakalam (Kharif) season, down from the normal sown area of 50.4 lakh acres.The ongoing heavy rains have severely disrupted agricultural activities, with sowing operations covering only 1.1 crore acres, compared to the season's normal sown area of 1.29 crore acres. Paddy is being cultivated in about 48 lakh acres and cotton in 42.6 lakh acres, both of which are now likely to see reduced production due to the adverse weather conditions.The relentless downpour has caused widespread concern among farmers, with 85,323 farmers already reporting significant losses across the state. Khammam district alone has seen 46,374 farmers affected, followed by Mahabubabad with 18,089 and Suryapet with 9,227.In addition to waterlogging, the majority of crops, including paddy, cotton, maize, soybean, sorghum, and millets, are facing an increased threat of pests, which could further impact production. The Agriculture Department is currently assessing the damage, with a full report expected soon to provide a comprehensive understanding of the losses. Read More :-  Tamil Nadu Textile Mills Struggling Amid Multiple Challenges

Rupee Gains 2 Paise Against US Dollar to 83.96 Mumbai, Sep 4 (PTI) The rupee rose 2 paise to 83.96 against the US dollar in early trade on Wednesday aided by a weakening dollar against major currencies overseas and a drop in crude oil prices.Read More :> Tamil Nadu Textile Mills Struggling Amid Multiple Challenges

The rupee closed 5 paise lower at 83.97 against the US dollar this evening.At the close of trading, the BSE Sensex closed at 82,555.44, down 4.41 points or 0.0053 per cent. The NSE's 50-share index, Nifty, closed at 25,279.85, up 1.15 points or 0.0046 per cent.Read more:- Tamil Nadu Textile Mills Struggling Amid Multiple Challenges

Textile Mills in Tamil Nadu Are Struggling Despite Several ObstaclesTextile factories in Tamil Nadu are grappling with severe challenges, including declining demand, high electricity costs, and elevated raw material prices, which have persisted for nearly two years. To prevent losing market share to competitors from other states, the industry is urging both Central and State Governments to intervene and address these issues.Tamil Nadu, home to 24 million spindles across 2,100 textile mills, has seen a significant decline in production. Over the past two years, more than 500 mills have shut down, and 1,000 others are operating at reduced capacity.Ravi Sam, a former president of the Southern India Mills’ Association (SIMA), highlighted that yarn from states like Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Odisha is priced Rs. 20 to Rs. 25 per kilogram lower than Tamil Nadu's yarn, making it difficult for the state's mills to compete.A. Sakthivel, honorary chairman of the Tiruppur Exporters’ Association, noted that Tiruppur's knitwear units have started sourcing yarn from mills in other states due to more competitive pricing.S.K. Sundararaman, SIMA's current chairman, explained that Tamil Nadu mills produce various types and quality levels of yarn. However, the hosiery yarn market, crucial to Tiruppur's knitwear industry, is being lost to mills in other states. He suggested that Tamil Nadu’s mills need to shift to producing higher count yarn, invest in integrated plants, add value, or secure nominations from garment buyers.Additionally, states like Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, and Odisha offer attractive packages, significantly impacting Tamil Nadu’s mills. As Tamil Nadu cannot produce enough cotton, mills are forced to import from other states, adding Rs. 8 to Rs. 10 per kilogram to the cost. This, coupled with subsidies in other states for power, capital investment, and talent development, has further eroded the competitiveness of Tamil Nadu’s mills.Industry experts recommend that Tamil Nadu focus on increasing the production of extra long staple cotton and consider providing some form of electricity subsidy to its mills. They also suggest that the Central Government should lower import duties on cotton and relax Quality Control Orders to help MSME textile mills remain competitive.Read More :> Abohar Flooded After Continuous Rain, Cotton Farmers Fear Crop Damage