fisheries

Setting a transformative agenda, Bihar's Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary aims to revolutionize the state's aquaculture and dairy industries. The ambitious goal of 25 lakh metric tonnes of fish and 1.25 crore litres of milk daily is just the beginning.

Devbhumi Dwarka SOG Arrests Man, Seizes 1,000 Litres

Kumaragurubaran replaces Shilpa Prabhakar Satish, who has now been posted as commissioner of labour. Dr S Swarna has been redesignated as principal secretary, tourism, culture and special initiatives department.

Odisha's state cabinet has approved a new law to regulate marine fishing, replacing the 1982 act. The "Odisha Marine Fishing (Prohibition and Regulation) Bill, 2026" aims to enhance coastal surveillance using technology, curb illegal fishing, and promote sustainable practices. The legislation also focuses on fishermen's safety and economic growth in the marine sector.

Gaya authorities have made a landmark breakthrough in the fight against drug trafficking by dismantling a dangerous operation that specialized in counterfeit medicines and narcotics. Law enforcement apprehended Vikas Kumar, a tenant at the premises believed to be the hub of this illicit activity.

A routine deep-sea survey off Southern California unexpectedly revealed massive, ancient sponge mounds, previously hidden in a well-explored area. These structures, vital nurseries for marine life, were found to be largely composed of dead sponges, whose skeletons form a base for new growth. The discovery highlights how much remains unknown even in familiar marine environments.