Bangladesh's interim Govt is exporting 2,420 tonnes of Hilsa fish to India. The entire quantity of 2,420 tonnes is expected to reach India by October 12. 1 kg of Hilsa fish is being sold at a ...

Bangladesh: The interim government of Bangladesh has lifted its export ban on the popular and prized Hilsa fish to India, just ahead of Durga Puja, a significant festival for Hindu Bengalis.

Some 60 percent of the world's hilsa are caught in Bangladesh, but indiscriminate fishing has depleted much of the stock, driving up prices and putting the fish beyond the reach of the poor.