Fashion
India’s UP Footwear & Leather Policy 2025 to boost investment, jobs
Developers will be eligible for support up to 25 per cent of admissible capital investment, subject to size-based limits.
Under the Footwear, Leather and Non-Leather Area Development Policy 2025, India’s Uttar Pradesh state will promote private industrial parks with financial assistance and tax sops.
Developers will get support up to 25 per cent of admissible capital investment, subject to size-based limits.
The policy will be effective for five years, covering all new projects, expansions or diversification initiatives.
The target is to position the sector for global recognition while making the state a new investment hub.
The policy will remain effective for five years from the date of notification, covering all new projects, expansions or diversification initiatives, according to media reports from the state.
Eligible beneficiaries will include companies, partnerships, societies, trusts and private enterprises.
It is mandatory for private industrial parks to be developed on a minimum of 25 acres. Each park will have at least five industrial units and no unit can use more than 80 per cent of the land. A quarter of the total area will have to be reserved for greenery and general infrastructure.
Construction of parks from 25 acres to 100 acres will have to be completed in five years. Construction of parks of 100 acres and above will have to be completed in six years.
Parks from 25 to 100 acres will receive a financial assistance of 25 per cent of the eligible capital investment or a maximum of ₹450 million. Parks larger than 100 acres will receive an assistance of 25 per cent of the eligible capital investment or a maximum of ₹800 million.
Cent per cent stamp duty exemption will be offered to all park developers. However, the financial assistance can be spent only on infrastructure development.
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Published
January 15, 2026
Patrick Ta Beauty announced on Wednesday its official debut at Sephora Middle East, as the U.S. beauty brand looks to expand within the region.
As part of the deal with the French beauty retailer, Patrick Ta Beauty will launch across 34 Sephora doors throughout the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and Qatar giving locals access to the Vietnamese-American makeup artist’s viral Major Headlines Double-Take Crème & Powder Blush Duo, Major Skin Hydra-Luxe Luminous Skin Perfecting Foundation, and a selection of Ta’s signature glow giving essentials.
“I’ve felt such a strong connection to the beauty community in the Middle East for years – their love for glam, artistry, and the pride in makeup truly inspire me,” said Ta, who co-founded his namesake beauty brand in 2009 with product specialist, Rima Minasyan, and entrepreneur, Avo Minasyan.
“So many of my followers and clients from the region have supported me from the very beginning, and this expansion feels like a moment we’ve all been building toward together. Bringing Patrick Ta Beauty to Sephora Middle East is a dream come true, and I can’t wait to meet everyone and share our artistry in person with this exciting next chapter for the brand.”
To mark the launch, which rolls out online Janaury 16 and in-store on January 22, Ta will be in the region for a series of celebratory activations, including personal appearances at Sephora Dubai Mall, meet-and-greets, VIP events, and engagements with local creators and tastemakers.
“We are thrilled to bring Patrick Ta Beauty to our vibrant beauty community across the Middle East, who are always seeking the latest innovations,” said Hasmik Panossian, Sephora Middle East managing director.
“Celebrated for its modern artistry and innovative formulas, Patrick Ta Beauty delivers elevated, high-quality products that truly resonate with our customers. At Sephora Middle East, we are proud to consistently introduce the brands our community is asking for, and we look forward to having our customers experience Patrick Ta Beauty firsthand.”
The Midde East deals comes just months after Patrick Ta Beauty inked a new distribution deal with Sephora to enter Mexico, where it is now available across 50 stores locally.
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Published
January 15, 2026
New York-based womenswear brand Derek Lam is set to return to the New York Fashion Week calendar this February, debuting the first collection under newly appointed creative director Robert Rodriguez.
The return to NYFW signals the relaunch of the Derek Lam mainline collection following the departure of founder Derek Lam in 2023. Rodriguez, a CFDA member, steps into the creative director role overseeing design direction, product development, and brand image.
Under Rodriguez’s leadership, the Derek Lam Collection will focus on elevated essentials defined by relaxed precision and modern refinement. While maintaining the brand’s signature minimal sophistication, the new direction introduces added warmth, texture, and sensuality.
“We’re working to elevate design and innovation across categories and accelerate brand recognition and consumer engagement,” explained Danielle Alalu, brand president of Derek Lam
“As the marketplace has evolved, we see an opportunity to bring back what was originally a designer collection in a more accessible way. Robert’s obsession with fit, quality, and design is exactly what Derek Lam needs to create a fresh point of view in the advanced contemporary space.”
The relaunched Derek Lam Collection will be positioned within the advanced contemporary market, with pricing ranging from $295 to $1,295. The brand will initially be reintroduced through brand-owned direct-to-consumer channels, with exclusive partnerships with global retailers to be announced later this year. Derek Lam 10 Crosby will continue to operate as a separate contemporary line.
“Robert brings a rare balance of creativity and commercial instinct. Alongside Danielle’s strategic leadership, we now have a unified team ready to propel Derek Lam into its next chapter- building a modern American brand with global reach and enduring relevance,” added Dan Shamdasani, CEO of Public Clothing.
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