Hilsa prices in the Indian state of West Bengal, as a result, are poised to shoot up substantially from the present 100 to 120 rupees ($2.3 to $2.7) a kilogram, putting the fish out of reach of middle ...

“We have decided to initiate the fish cage culture system or cage aquaculture across West Bengal,” the official of the state Fisheries department told PTI. For the purpose, brackish water ...

It is the national fish of Bangladesh and the state fish of West Bengal. During the monsoon season, Hilsa is one of the most bought fishes in West Bengal. It is sold at high prices during this season.

Hilsa prices in the Indian state of West Bengal, as a result, are poised to shoot up substantially from the present 100 to 120 rupees ($2.3 to $2.7) a kilogram, putting the fish out of reach of ...