Foreign Currency
Loan-funded investment in Karnaphuli Tunnel at risk
The Karnaphuli Tunnel, a costly and loss-making mega project in Chattogram, has become a financial burden on Bangladesh’s economy. The tunnel, constructed with significant borrowed funds, now struggles to generate enough revenue to cover even a fraction of its expenses. Experts have pointed out that the loan taken for this project, along with the accruing interest, is being repaid from funds borrowed for other projects. As a result, the country’s economy is trapped in a vicious cycle of debt.
27 sacks of taka found in donation box of Pagla Mosque in Kishoreganj
Some 27 sacks of taka along with foreign currency and gold jewelery have been found in the donation box and tank of Pagla Mosque, located on the banks of Narsunda River in Kishoreganj town.
Ban unnecessary foreign trips of government officials
The issue of 'unjustified' foreign trips by government officials is becoming increasingly concerning day by day. From flower cultivation, spice cultivation to cattle breeding, pond excavation, or NASA competitions, government officials traveling abroad with university graduates are not only labeled as 'unnecessary', but questions have been raised in the public mind about these issues.
Trending Views
