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15 Ways to Invest in Yourself in 2025: A Comprehensive Guide to Growth and Success

Dec 5, 2024 | medium.com | Ashikur Rahman

Ashikur Rahman·Follow5 min read·--In the fast-paced world of 2025, investing in yourself is more important than ever. It’s the foundation for personal fulfillment, professional success, and long-term happiness. Whether you’re aiming to advance your career, improve your finances, or enhance your well-being, committing to personal growth is the most rewarding decision you can make. Here’s a detailed look at 15 powerful ways to invest in yourself in 2025.
“10 Benefits of Drinking Hot Water”

Oct 29, 2024 | medium.com | Ashikur Rahman

MD. Ashikur Rahman·Follow3 min read·--Drinking enough water, whether hot or cold, is a must. Some people claim that drinking hot water every morning is more beneficial. Drinking pure hot water may be hard. But, there are many ways to drink hot water. You can use tea, coffee, or salt and lemon mix, among others. Let’s discuss 10 benefits of drinking hot water:Most people find their nasal passages closed in cold weather, making it difficult to breathe. Hot water makes steam.
10 Proven Ways to Build Passive Income and Achieve Financial Freedom

Oct 27, 2024 | medium.com | Ashikur Rahman

Ashikur Rahman·Follow6 min read·--Creating passive income is an effective way to build financial freedom, offering ways to earn money with minimal active involvement after an initial investment of time, money, or effort. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to build passive income and the methods that can help you achieve financial independence over time. Passive income refers to money earned without constant, active involvement.
Awami League lost touch with people, students. But reformed, it deserves political space in Bangladesh

Aug 26, 2024 | indianexpress.com | Ashikur Rahman

On January 7, 2019, in an article in this newspaper, I wrote about the challenges before the Awami League and the BNP after the 11th National Election. In the closing paragraph, I noted:“Its staggering majority in Parliament notwithstanding, the Awami League must remain mindful of several significant concerns going forward. Over the last two years, Bangladesh has seen massive public activism driven by social media.
Eggshell bio‐filler integration in jute/banana fiber‐reinforced epoxy hybrid composites: Fabrication and characterization

Aug 20, 2024 | onlinelibrary.wiley.com | Barshan Dev |Ashikur Rahman |Ayub Khan |Abu Bakr Siddique

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FY25 Budget reaction: The direction of the FY2024-25 budget is correct

Jun 7, 2024 | thedailystar.net | Ashikur Rahman

If we start from the beginning, the inflation rate was triggered by a sharp decline in the exchange rate depreciation in 2022. This happened because the current account experienced a deficit of more than $30 billion. Moreover, had we supported taka and mitigated the growing import pressure through a decisive hike in interest rate, then the depreciation would not have been as strong. This was then complemented by energy price adjustments.
Budget embraces correct strategic direction

Jun 6, 2024 | thedailystar.net | Ashikur Rahman

The proposed national budget for FY25 has remained a widely speculated topic for the people of this country. Bangladesh has been navigating a precarious global economy over the last 24 months, and the economic aftereffects of Covid-19 and the Ukraine-Russia have not only complicated macroeconomic management but created widespread concerns across both domestic and international actors. This has manifested in international agencies downgrading Bangladesh's credit ratings.
Budget embraces correct strategic direction

Jun 6, 2024 | thedailystar.net | Ashikur Rahman

The recently proposed national budget for FY25 has remained a widely speculated topic for the people of this country. Bangladesh has been navigating a precarious global economy over the last 24 months, and the economic aftereffects of Covid-19 and the Ukraine-Russia have not only complicated macroeconomic management but created widespread concerns across both domestic and international actors. This has manifested in international agencies downgrading Bangladesh's credit ratings.
New cabinet, new hopes

Feb 21, 2024 | dhakatribune.com | Ashikur Rahman

Bangladesh recently witnessed the formation of a new cabinet and comes at a critical juncture, marked by a myriad of challenges and opportunities that demand astute governance and visionary leadership. As the nation braces itself for the tasks ahead, there is an air of anticipation and optimism, with citizens hoping that this new cabinet will usher in a transformative era for Bangladesh. A mere cabinet reshuffle is not enough.
Harnessing the digital revolution

Feb 13, 2024 | dhakatribune.com | Ashikur Rahman

In the 21st century, the world is undergoing a transformative shift, and nations are increasingly recognizing the pivotal role that technology plays in shaping their future. With its rich history and vibrant culture, Bangladesh stands at the crossroads of this digital revolution. In an era marked by rapid technological advancements, Bangladesh has set its sights on a grand vision: Transforming itself into a "Smart Bangladesh" by 2041.