Officials report fishermen resorting to violence when intercepted during drives

The interim government has taken initiatives to increase vulnerable group feeding assistance for the country’s fishermen, aiming to support their livelihoods during fishing bans.

The government’s 58-day fishing ban in the Bay of Bengal came to an end at midnight yesterday, paving the way for a resumption of marine fishing after nearly two months.

The Ministry of Fisheries and Livestock has announced a 58-day ban on fishing in Bangladesh's maritime waters from April 15 to June 11

The ban has been imposed as it is the breeding season of various species of fish at the sea

The once vibrant wooden trawler industry in Bangladesh is losing its sheen as the use of these vessels has gradually declined over the years, according to manufacturers

Authorities place a two-month ban on fishing in six southern districts, starting from today.

To conserve and boost marine fish stock, the government this year has decided to impose a ban on fishing by