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She returns to the design and brand consultancy agency after setting up the India arm of global design consultancy Conran Design Group

The four-day Jury Meet in Mumbai will see professionals from printing, packaging, design, branding, publishing and consumer industries assess this year’s PrintWeek Awards entries

Prayagraj-based Classic Printer has recently invested in a brand-new Canon ImagePress V1000 digital colour production press.

The association held discussions with exhibitors during Ipmex Malaysia 2026 and invited international companies to participate in the 17th edition of PrintPack India

A cross-section analysis of the Indian print, ink, and converting sectors over the past week reveals an industry undergoing a simultaneous transformation

The office in Ahmedabad will serve as the headquarters for Fujifilm Electronic Materials' India operations, supporting the development and supply of materials for the semiconductor packaging and fabrication ecosystem

In Dombivli, a city that likes to describe itself as an extension of Mumbai's ambition, a 68-year-old man walked into a government hospital with a broken leg. He walked out (or was carried out) with cardboard strapped to it.

Monotech Systems has officially announced the launch of its sheetfed digital printing press — JetSmart 330 under its flagship brand Jetsci.

The newly launched Canon ImagePress V770, with its additional features and capabilities, is now making waves in India’s digital commercial printing market. A growing number of digital print shops across the country are adopting this new Canon digital colour production press to take colour reproduction, media flexibility, and overall print capabilities to a whole new level. Among the early adopters of ImagePress V770 in India is Bengaluru-based Star Xerox.

The new machine supports cost-efficient photo production with dependable performance enabled by Original HP pigment inks

Blinkit's freeze on new product listings (from 31 August to 10 November) is not a retreat. It is a fortress being built. Warehouses are being cleared, truck capacity locked in 60 to 90 days ahead, and a 5-10% variable buffer set aside like a general keeping reserves for the real fight.

Sivakasi-based Graphic Technic Prints (GTP) has upgraded its post-press machine portfolio to the next level with the installation of a new Rhyguan Plus 330 — a semi/full-rotary flexographic printing and die-cutting machine from Flexo Image Graphics (FIG). This marks the second Rhyguan machine from FIG at Graphic Technic Prints.

The All India Printing Ink Manufacturers’ Association’s annual gathering in Mumbai combined financial updates, regulatory advocacy, expert keynotes and panel discussions, with a strong call to build next-generation ink brands

At AIPIMA’s 73rd AGM and Seminar in Mumbai, succession planning expert Rakesh Sharma outlined the pillars of wealth management and warned that family businesses fail not from machines breaking down but from relationships breaking apart

At AIPIMA’s 73rd AGM and Seminar in Mumbai, Diageo India’s packaging chief Sanjay Ghoshal outlined global and domestic growth trajectories, consumer trends, and the non‑negotiables shaping the future of inks and packaging

At AIPIMA’s 73rd AGM and Seminar in Mumbai, professor Dr NC Saha addressed regulatory shifts, food safety compliance and the technical hurdles facing India’s packaging industry amid the pan masala sachet ban

At AIPIMA’s 73rd AGM and Seminar in Mumbai, president Shekhar Iyer urged Indian ink manufacturers to evolve from transactional suppliers into globally respected brand builders anchored in innovation, sustainability and trust

Badminton's shift from feather to plastic shuttles highlights supply chain fragility and hands the pulp and paper industry an unlikely win

The new printable synthetic paper combines paper-like aesthetics with high tear strength, dimensional stability and versatile printing capabilities

At AIPIMA’s 73rd AGM and Seminar, professor Dr NC Saha outlined the growth of India’s packaging sector and urged ink manufacturers to embrace advanced coatings, circular innovation and global compliance standards

At AIPIMA’s 73rd Annual AGM and Seminar, industry leaders shared perspectives on how the ink and packaging sector can achieve global scale professionalism, emphasising the need to move beyond commodity supply and towards value driven partnerships

Spico Printing Inks managing director R Sridharan discusses AIPIMA’s plans to strengthen its membership base, the impact of anti-dumping duties on key raw materials and why ink makers must innovate for a digital future with PrintWeek's Kamakshi VF

AIPIMA panellists throw a blunt challenge — can Indian ink makers finally match global trust and precision?

AIPIMA’s 73rd AGM in Mumbai focused on business growth, regional outreach and trade policy, with the ink industry seeking export-linked exemptions from anti-dumping duties on key raw materials

In a major shakeup for the print publishing landscape, South India is preparing for a flurry of fresh print activity, as three new business dailies are slated to hit newsstands over the next four months.

In-house digital expansion, strategic channel distribution, and resilient Q1 financial results take center stage as India's regional print hubs drive market growth

Rajkot-based Jay Digi Sign has recently invested in a Konica Minolta AccurioPress C12010, reaffirming its focus on delivering premium print quality while strengthening its production capabilities.

Holostik India, a global provider of anti-counterfeiting, brand protection and supply chain authentication, marked a strong presence at PackPlus 2026, held from 20–22 August at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi.

Paper Fan Club, an initiative of Transasia Papers, recently organised a workshop to demystifying paper, print, and production at the École Intuit Lab, French Institute of Design & Communication Arts in Mumbai.

The new flatbed UV printer expands printing beyond flat substrates to curved, contoured and uneven surfaces

The Kerala Master Printers Association elected its new office bearers for the 2026-28 term at its 48th annual general meeting in Ernakulam

Dr Raghav Rao, managing director of Fujifilm Sericol India, receives the "Managing Director of the Year – Innovation" award at the CNBC Network18 Global Business Leader Awards

Siliguri-based Manish Enterprises has brought its bookbinding fully in-house with the installation of a Bindwel Blue Chip perfect binder to ensure quality control and meet tight delivery schedules

During the HP-PrintWeek knowledge session, seven members of the graphics art industry gathered online and they told us, once again, that the future has arrived. This time, some of them may be right

Mumbai-based Nivaara Graphics recently invested in a SigLoch Zen from Bindwel.

In a historic sale that marks a landmark moment for Indian archival preservation, a collection of 688 handwritten, autographed reflections by Mahatma Gandhi fetched a record-breaking INR 16.20-crore at a recent online auction hosted by Mumbai-based auction house Saffronart. The total winning bid sets the world record for the highest price ever achieved for an Indian historical document sold at an auction.

Vipul Organics has announced the commencement of commercial production at its greenfield facility in Sayakha, Gujarat.

Redington has announced the appointment of Faridabad-based APL Machinery as its authorised sales partner for HP Indigo sheetfed digital printing solutions across North India.

TNPL diversifies into tissue with South India’s first integrated facility, launching Lumea to tap the rising demand for hygiene-driven paper products

As members know, Delhi Printers Association has been celebrating India's Independence Day with swelling patriotic pride and passion every year. This 15th August DPA commemorated the 80th Independence Day on the terrace of its Connaught Place office building.

Bengaluru-based Global Ventures has invested in a Canon ImagePress V770 digital colour production press for short-run commercial graphics printing, which the company previously outsourced.

After three days of business networking, product innovation and industry collaboration at the Chennai Trade Centre, the co-located shows Print Expo Chennai and Media Expo Chennai, in collaboration with Sign India Expo, concluded successfully.

Chhattisgarh marked a milestone as the Printers Association (CPA) hosted its first international printing conference in Raipur, bringing MSMEs, industry leaders, and global experts together to discuss sustainability, security, and future-ready strategies for the sector

TNPL returns to profit in Q1 FY2026-27 with INR 5.74-crore net gain on steady revenue and improved operating margins

Redington has announced the appointment of Graphic Enterprises as its authorised sales partner for HP Indigo Sheetfed Digital Printing Solutions across West Bengal and the Northeastern States of India. Graphic Enterprises will be operating out of Kolkata.

Vipul Organics has announced its unaudited financial results for the first quarter ended 30 June 2026.

Luxury and personalised gifting takes centre stage as marquee names, including Kenneth Cole, United Colors of Benetton, boAt, Giordano, Siyaram's, Rare Rabbit and Honeywell, line up for the 32nd edition at Bombay Exhibition Centre, 20–22 August 2026

As printers scrutinise capital expenditure, Kodak’s upcoming webinar will examine why the purchase price of a CTP system may tell only part of the investment story.

Hubergroup, a quality leader in speciality chemicals, will return to the ElitePlus Speciality Films & Flexible Packaging Global Summit as a prestigious partner for the fourth consecutive year in Mumbai on 26 and 27 August.

Industry leaders will deliberate on packaging standards, flexible packaging, sustainability and AI-powered smart packaging during the PackPlus 2026 Conference on the opening day of India's flagship packaging exhibition

HP India, in association with PrintWeek, has organised a webinar, titled Unlock Profitable Growth, on 21 Aug 2026. The webinar will examine why the next phase of digital printing is about business transformation as much as technology.

The August 2026 issue of PrintWeek is an 88-page magazine that focuses on the book production sector across Northern India, emphasising the rapid modernisation, technical precision, and strategic transformation occurring across the Indian printing, publishing, and packaging ecosystems.

Over the span of a week, India’s print and packaging sector tightened policy, delivered double digit financial surges, and accelerated machine investments from Gwalior to Chennai, signalling a sharp recalibration toward shorter runs, premium finishing, and modernised capacity

The report says India’s print and packaging sector faces over 69,000 compliance obligations, straining capital, operations, and supply chains

Domino India has announced the launch of the Cx150i Oil, a high-resolution piezo inkjet printer designed specifically for direct-to-box coding on corrugated cartons and other porous packaging materials.

Domino India has announced the launch of the Cx150i UV, a high-resolution piezo inkjet printer designed to help manufacturers achieve durable, high-quality direct-to-box coding on semi-porous and non-porous packaging materials.

Alappuzha (Alleppey), Kerala-based Sreya Signs & Digital Printers has elevated its digital printing prowess to the next level with the investment in a Canon ImagePress V770, an advanced digital colour production press with additional modern features from Canon India.

TCPL Packaging's strong first-quarter performance was driven by a combination of volume and value growth across its businesses, according to Akshay Kanoria, executive director, TCPL Packaging.

The Hindu and Zepto collaborated to publish and deliver The Hindu’s first newspaper, published on 15 August 1947. The celebration of Independent India is a celebration of print; here’s how.

Flexo Image Graphics (FIG), a sole supplier and service provider of flexographic presses and a string of associated equipment from the global brands like DYM and others including Mark Andy, XSYS, Rotoflex, Kluge, KDS Quantum, Presstek, DCM, etc. in the Indian subcontinent, has been expanding its machine installation base across the country with orders pouring in from the new and existing clients alike.

Transport enthusiasts, historians, and residents of Mumbai gathered at the David Sassoon Library and Reading Room in Kala Ghoda to commemorate a century of the Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) motorised bus service.

As the dates for the 17th edition of PrintPack India inch closer, the Indian Printing Packaging and Allied Machinery Manufacturers' Association (IPAMA) has urged participating companies to complete their mandatory online exhibitor registration at the earliest to ensure seamless preparation ahead of the flagship event.

The All India Printing Ink Manufacturers’ Association (AIPIMA) held a road show in Daman on 31 July to promote Asia Coat Ink Show 2026, with presentations on exhibition participation and the printing ink industry followed by networking and entertainment

Dscoop and FGCE have opened applications for a 2027 grant supporting students pursuing careers in graphic communications, printing and packaging.

Dachepalli Publishers posted a 159% revenue surge to INR 45.18-crore in Q1 FY 2027, with net profit rising 42% to INR 6.31-crore on strong textbook volumes and digital platform adoption

Ganga Papers India reports strong Q1FY27 performance with net profit surging 61.29% to ₹0.50 crore and revenue rising 37.92% to INR 86.01-crore.

In a significant move that could transform the currency substrate ecosystem in the country, the Central Government has approved a proposal from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to introduce two billion polymer banknotes for field trials across India. The initiative will see the issuance of one billion pieces each of INR 10 and INR 20 denomination banknotes printed on polymer substrate.

In a comprehensive overhaul designed to bolster institutional integrity and streamline administrative governance across higher education, the Government of Maharashtra has issued a stern directive instructing all state universities to draft and publish stringent guidelines aimed at curbing examination paper leaks.

110+ machines sold; generates over INR 150-crore in business; new orders and enquiries expected to generate business worth another INR 500-crore

Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala-based Sree Sastha Computers recently invested in a brand-new Canon ImagePress V770 digital colour production press, a newly launched model and successor of the ever-demanding iPR 700.

Kodak records USD 195 million in Q2 2026 Print revenue as pricing discipline and volume growth offset raw material inflation and a shifting US trade tariff landscape

In a remarkable showcase of grassroots initiative and community-driven media, students at the PM Shri Government Senior Secondary School in Raholi, a rural village situated in Rajasthan’s Tonk district, have taken matters into their own hands to tackle a glaring shortage of print media in their locality.

Doms Industries, one of India’s leading stationery and art material companies, marked a significant milestone at Paperworld India 2026 with one of the exhibition’s largest and most impactful pavilions. Designed as an immersive brand experience, the pavilion reflected Doms’ commitment to innovation, quality, and excellence, while reinforcing its position as a leading force in the stationery industry.

Koenig & Bauer has reported a large increase in order intake in the first half of the year.

A week of machine purchases from Gwalior to Chennai points to a sector recalibrating around shorter runs and higher-value finishing; and even the much-maligned media businesses it serves report an unusually strong run of numbers

Sonipat-based Aayra Production installed a Bindwel 6 Clamp Perfect Binder enabling the printer to execute an export order of 1,00,000 books to Poland with near-zero quality rejections

Operating from Sakinaka, Mumbai, Laxmi Art Printers has provided printing services for approximately 40 years under the leadership of promoter Ameya. The facility caters to corporate clients and educational institutions, with book manufacturing forming the central focus of its operation

With the 20 August deadline drawing near, excitement is building across the Indian print and packaging landscape for the landmark 16th PrintWeek Awards.

The investment will drive packaging innovation and create new career opportunities in Rajasthan

Andheri West, Mumbai-based Geeta Stationery & Printer recently invested in a Canon ImagePress V770 with additional features. The company also invested in an ImageForce 8186 monochrome master for high-volume print production.

Celebrating National Book Lovers Day on 9 August, The Coforge Public Library has launched a Reading Passport and a Reading Journal for children to encourage them to build stronger reading habits.

Calling the plastics and polymers sector a salient engine of India's economic growth, Telangana minister for information technology, electronics, communications, industries and commerce D Sridhar Babu appealed to industry stakeholders to join hands with the government in making Telangana a leading hub for plastics and polymer manufacturing.

The longlist for the 2026 Booker Prize has been announced, showcasing 13 novels selected from 163 submissions published in the United Kingdom and Ireland.

The Offset Printers Association (OPA) and the Department of Printing Technology, Guru Jambheshwar University of Science & Technology (GJUS&T), Hisar, are jointly organising an International Conference on AI and Robotics: Revolutionising Printing & Packaging from 24 to 26 September 2026 at the GJUS&T campus in Hisar, Haryana.

Ahmedabad-based Unique Packaging has removed its bottleneck by installing Rolam folder-gluer. The folder-gluer is supplied and installed by Druckncut India, an Indian exclusive sales and service partner for Rolam.

Since launching its HorizonNOW sustainability agenda in 2021, Siegwerk has steadily advanced its global renewable energy strategy and continues to invest in climate action and more sustainable operations.

The company has adopted a trio of customised Rhyguan Smart-450 systems with Luster LabelMaster 450 inspection units and an integrated combo of DYM SACD-450P automatic turret rewinder, DYM HAU-450 automatic butt splicing unwinder and DYM NAC-450 automatic waste matrix removal system, all supplied and installed by Flexo Image Graphics (FIG).

Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh-based Shri Shivam Screen Printers recently invested in two Konica Minolta AccurioPress C12000 units and one Konica Minolta AccurioPress 6120. This marks an important step in the company's growth, further enhancing its digital printing capabilities.

Gorakhpur-based A to Z Printing, a one-stop commercial digital print shop, becomes the first adopter of the newly launched Canon ImagePress V770 in Purvanchal, a region that covers 32 districts around Gorakhpur, Varanasi, and Azamgarh in eastern Uttar Pradesh.

The recognition reflects India's growing influence in affordable healthcare, pharmaceutical innovation and patient-centric solutions

Groww Foundation, the philanthropic arm of investment platform Groww, has announced the launch of Imprint, a fully-sponsored publishing programme in collaboration with the Jaipur Literature Festival (JLF), aimed at supporting budding writers.

Marking the birth centenary of the celebrated modernist painter, sculptor, and architect, a commemorative postage stamp honouring Satish Gujral was unveiled by the Department of Posts in collaboration with the Raseel Gujral Art Legacy (RGAL) at Bikaner House in New Delhi.

Vinsak Group has announced its participation in Flexo Summit Asia, taking place in Bengaluru on 5–6 August 2026.

A consolidated weekly report about developments in the Indian print and packaging market

Seven leading industry bodies come together to celebrate India's complete paper value chain

The August issue of What Packaging examines the human cost of quick commerce as India's instant delivery sector expands

Bindwel widens women-in-manufacturing programme with ITI intake

The campaign's scope has widened to reflect changing market trends as environmental marketing around packaging increases

The 31st edition of Gifts World Expo opened 30 July alongside the debut edition of Paperworld Delhi at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, creating a major combined sourcing platform for the gifting, stationery, paper and office supplies sectors.