Korra Meenu, popularly known as Murrel, is one of the most recognised freshwater fish species in Telangana. Known for its consumer demand and market value, the species has created growing…
India’s fisheries sector depends not only on fishers and government departments but also on an effective connection between the two. Government schemes, weather advisories, fishing information, conservation measures, welfare programmes…
Puducherry’s fisheries sector is set to receive a significant infrastructure boost with new projects worth ₹36.49 crore aimed at strengthening facilities for fishers, improving fish handling and supporting the growth…
Standfirst In 1867, New Zealand began importing brown trout to recreate the sport fishing culture of Europe. Over the next five decades, more than 60 million trout were released into…
Hilsa (Tenualosa ilisha) has been recorded in the middle and upper stretches of the Ganga after remaining virtually absent from these reaches for decades, marking a significant development in river…
The Telangana government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening the fisheries sector by announcing a series of welfare and development initiatives for fishermen across the state. Fisheries Minister Vakiti Srihari…
The demand for dry fish increased significantly in Nagaland after the state government prohibited the storage, distribution, and sale of fresh fish treated with formalin and other chemical preservatives. The…
Rohu (Labeo rohita) is one of India’s most important freshwater fish species and a key member of the Indian Major Carp (IMC) group, alongside Catla and Mrigal. Its fast growth,…
Introduction Biofloc fish farming has rapidly emerged as one of the most promising technologies in modern aquaculture. By allowing farmers to produce more fish in a limited space while using…
The Government of India has approved 12 Integrated Aquaparks under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY), with a total investment of ₹713.80 crore. The initiative aims to create world-class…