Union Minister Shri Rajiv Ranjan Singh Alias Lalan Singh will inaugurate the Access Pass for fishing in India’s Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) on 20th February 2026 at Veraval, Gujarat. The launch aims to operationalize the EEZ Rules, strengthen fisher livelihoods, and expand seafood exports. Unlocking India’s Offshore Fisheries Potential India’s…
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India Launches First Open-Sea Fish Farming in Andaman Sea
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India, Israel Sign Joint Declaration on Fisheries & Aquaculture
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Swadeshi Focus in Blue Revolution Promotes Indigenous Fish
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Lakshadweep Hosts First Investors’ Meet on Fisheries
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