Mark Morgan, an associate professor at the University of Missouri-Columbia, is exploring the use of invasive silver carp as a sustainable food source to address undernutrition in developing countries. Silver carp, considered a 'trash fish' in the US, has been successfully prepared in various cuisines and offers high protein content and essential nutrients. Morgan's team plans to fortify a Nigerian food product, Tom Brown porridge, with carp powder and conduct a taste test in Nigeria. Similar projects by Worldfish in Bangladesh and Odisha, India, have shown success using fish powder in meals for vulnerable populations.

Coastal erosion is a significant issue globally, with 33% of India's coastline eroding. The 6th International EcoSummit in Australia focused on nature-based coastal defenses, such as living shorelines and artificial oyster reefs. Living shorelines, encouraged in the U.S., combine natural materials to support marine life and grow over time. In Australia, living shorelines have helped establish mangroves, which are crucial for coastal protection. Artificial oyster reefs, serving as natural breakwaters, have shown effectiveness in India and Bangladesh. The article also discusses the reversal of man-made changes, such as dykeing in Canada, and India's reliance on hard engineering solutions like seawalls and groynes, with a call for more environmentally friendly approaches.

In 2018, India's Wildlife Crime Control Bureau intercepted a large illegal shipment of shark fins at Navi Mumbai's Jawaharlal Nehru Port Trust. Despite a ban on shark fin exports since 2015, the seizure of nearly 12,000 kg of fins from Global Impex Trading Company revealed a thriving black market. Investigations led to the arrest of the company's proprietor and associates, and further raids in Gujarat and Chennai. India, being the third-largest shark catcher globally, faces challenges in curbing the illegal trade due to high international demand, particularly from Hong Kong. The article highlights the discrepancy between reported exports and actual trade volume, the legal loopholes exploited by traders, and the need for stricter enforcement and protection of more shark species. It also touches on community efforts to shift away from shark fishing and government conservation schemes.

The growth of the fishmeal and fish oil (FMFO) industry in India, particularly in Andhra Pradesh, has led to a significant increase in the use of small fish for feed, impacting the availability and affordability of these fish for the poor. This shift has disrupted the traditional dried fish trade, affecting the livelihoods of small-scale traders and processors like Bhagyam. The FMFO industry, which has expanded rapidly due to the shrimp farming boom, is now cornering larger quantities of food fish, leading to a decline in the dried fish trade and affecting the nutrition of marginalized communities. The article highlights the economic and nutritional implications of this trend, as well as the challenges faced by those dependent on the dried fish trade for their livelihoods and sustenance.

Despite Jawaharlal Nehru's vision of play as a unifying force for children, India struggles to provide adequate play spaces, with 40% of schools lacking playgrounds. This has led to poor health indicators among children, especially in urban areas. In Pune's Ramnagar slum, children like Chinki face dangers and unhygienic conditions when playing outside. Initiatives like the Child-Friendly City Initiative and Child-Friendly Smart Cities aim to address these issues, but commercial interests and government actions often hinder progress. The article highlights the need to prioritize safe play spaces for children, particularly in disadvantaged urban areas.

The article discusses the political instability in countries neighboring India, specifically Bangladesh and Myanmar. It suggests that these nations are facing significant challenges in maintaining stability. The article criticizes Indian leadership for their apparent lack of awareness or preparedness regarding the potential impact of their neighbors' turmoil on India. It implies that Indian leaders do not have a contingency plan, referred to as 'Plan B', to address the possible repercussions of the instability in Bangladesh and Myanmar on India's own political and social landscape.