Indians in West Bengal may face a shortage of hilsa, their favourite fish, as millions gear up to celebrate the state's biggest festival, Durga Puja, in October. That is because Bangladesh, the ...

Hilsa is Bangladesh’s national fish. Locally known as ilish, it is cherished as the queen among fish and forms part of the culinary identity of both Bangladesh and the bordering Indian state of West ...

Hilsa production is declining after a steady rise over two decades due to water pollution from three power plants located near the Hilsa Sanctuary, siltation of rivers and overfishing, raising ...

Bangladesh has allowed around 1200 Metric Tonnes (MT) of Hilsa to be exported to West Bengal this year, the first consignment of which reached the state on Wednesday.Eight trucks carrying around 32 ...

The journey of the hilsa begins far from the Bengali kitchen. Before the mustard paste, before the green chillies split down the middle, before the first hiss of fish meeting hot oil, it is out at sea ...

The first lot of hilsa fish from Bangladesh has arrived in Kolkata, India, sparking excitement among customers. However, the trade period for hilsa fish is expected to be reduced due to a fishing ban ...

Whether steamed or curried, Hilsa brings rich flavour to every meal. Hilsa fish is a key ingredient in Bengali cuisine, valued for its rich flavor and aroma. Hilsa is versatile and can be cooked in ...