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India–UK FTA gets final approval, offering duty-free access to Indian textiles and apparel. Exports to the UK could rise by up to 60% in the next 3–5 years.

Mathur joined ARKS in April 2024 as Head of Strategy & Revenue before being elevated to Chief Operating Officer in April 2025. He was responsible for long-term business planning, strategy, and business operations, contributing to the brand's expansion.

Bata India has crossed 2,000 retail stores and is now aiming to expand its network to 3,000 outlets over the next few years, with growth driven primarily through a franchise-led model in Tier III and Tier IV cities.

The Rajasthan government has set up a state-level dedicated textile cell to strengthen its textile industry and boost exports, with the state aiming to increase textile and apparel exports from the current Rs 13,500 crore by three to four times.

Commenting on the performance of DMart's physical retail business, Managing Director and CEO Anshul Asawa said stores that have been operational for more than two years recorded lower growth than they did in the corresponding quarter last year.

The manufacturing facility will be established by Evervan Kothari Global Footwear, a unit of Phoenix Kothari Footwear, and will span over one million sq. ft. with an annual production capacity of 40 million pairs of shoes.