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Surat Weavers May Start Diwali Break Early as Yarn Costs Rise and Orders Lag
Surat's weaving units are considering starting their Diwali vacation about 15 days earlier than usual, as yarn prices climb and orders for grey fabric fall short. Saree makers separately warn that ou…
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Surat Textile Workers Seek Weekly Off and 8-Hour Shifts: What Units Should Know
A dispute over working hours and weekly holidays in Surat's embroidery and textile units, which began in mid-August 2026, is still unresolved. Workers are demanding an 8-hour day and a paid weekly of…
About BizTorq Textile News
BizTorq Textile News covers the Surat and Ahmedabad textile trade. Surat is India's largest centre for man-made fabric, sarees and dress materials; Ahmedabad is a major hub for cotton, denim and ready-made garments. Our team in Surat writes about what matters to traders, manufacturers and buyers: market updates, yarn prices, GST and tax changes, exports, expos and government policy.
For a shop-by-shop view of the trade, see the Surat textile markets guide and the Ahmedabad textile markets guide.