FisheriesHarmful Substances Being Found in Hilsa: Fisheries Adviser
Fisheries and livestock adviser Farida Akhter said a study has found microplastics, lead and cadmium in hilsa.
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EnvironmentRizwana Hasan Calls for Positive Competition to Protect Wildlife
Environment adviser Syeda Rizwana Hasan has called for positive competition to protect wildlife, saying no religion supports cruelty to voiceless animals.
Fisheries22-Day Drive to Protect Hilsa Begins on 4 October
A 22-day special drive to protect mother hilsa runs from 4 to 25 October, covering four days before the Ashwini full moon and three days after the new moon, the fisheries ministry announced.
FisheriesHilsa Sent at India's Request, Not Under Pressure: Adviser
Fisheries and livestock adviser Farida Akhter says hilsa is being sent to India for Durga Puja at India's request, not under any pressure.
AgribusinessHilsa Exports to India Spark Debate on Social Media
The interim government's decision to export 1,200 tonnes of hilsa to India at a minimum of $12.50 a kg has drawn criticism on social media while prices at home stay high.
AgribusinessHilsa Exported at India's Request: Fisheries Adviser
Fisheries and livestock adviser Farida Akhter says 1,200 tonnes of hilsa are being exported for Durga Puja at India's repeated request, in smaller volume and at a higher price than before.
FisheriesHilsa Production Falling Because Jatka Catching Has Not Stopped, Says Fisheries Adviser
Fisheries and livestock adviser Farida Akhter said hilsa production has fallen because illegal nets and the catching of jatka have not been fully stopped.
AgribusinessAdviser Explains Why Hilsa Prices Are High
Fisheries adviser Farida Akhter blamed low supply, extortion and costly diesel for hilsa prices of over Tk 2,000 a kg.
CropsFishers Will Get Back Their Rightful Due: Farida Akhter
Fisheries and livestock adviser Farida Akhter has said genuine fishers will regain their rights, as the government works on changing the waterbody lease policy.