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Ashif Ahmed Rudro

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Things I miss about Dhaka when away

30 May 2026, 00:00 AM
It’s been more than a decade since I have moved in Dhaka. Since then, I have spent only a few days away from Dhaka, and it has become such that I feel more comfortable at Dhaka than anywhere else. Which is ironic because there is so much about this city that irks me.
30 May 2026, 00:00 AM
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Characters you meet on every Eid journey!

28 May 2026, 00:00 AM
With Eid right around the corner, the rush of homebound people has begun. Regardless of your choice of transport, you will encounter a number of “characters” on your journey, and it’s not negotiable.
28 May 2026, 00:00 AM
The social pressure and pain behind unemployment in Bangladesh

#Perspective / The social pressure and pain behind unemployment in Bangladesh

14 May 2026, 15:48 PM
Confront the harsh reality of unemployment in Bangladesh where social stigma and depression haunt graduates. Rahat Kabir and others navigate the mental health struggles of being 'bekar' while seeking empathy amidst systemic job market challenges.
14 May 2026, 15:48 PM
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What Dhaka people look for in an apartment

14 May 2026, 00:00 AM
If you live in Dhaka and are not from around here, chances are you had to look for an apartment one time or another. Apartment hunting in Dhaka is a special kind of punishment.
14 May 2026, 00:00 AM
Dhaka University Rain Experience

Rainy days at Dhaka University

5 May 2026, 00:00 AM
Dhaka has a love-hate relationship with rain. The city desperately craves rain, yet remains poorly equipped to handle the downpour when it does come.
5 May 2026, 00:00 AM
Why we should ask for help more often

Why we should ask for help more often

26 April 2026, 19:07 PM
Embrace life challenges by mastering the Ben Franklin Effect to strengthen social bonds through courage. Requesting assistance builds valuable reputations and community connections while boosting dopamine levels. Prioritize gratitude and reciprocate support to earn vital XP.
26 April 2026, 19:07 PM
Simple steps to tackle problems without feeling stressed

Simple steps to tackle problems without feeling stressed

21 April 2026, 16:16 PM
Master pressure and overcome feeling overwhelmed with effective stress management techniques. Prioritize urgent tasks, break down complex problems like a thesis, and use mindful breathing to maintain clarity, focus, and emotional well-being during crises.
21 April 2026, 16:16 PM
Why village sweets beat city shops every time

Why village sweets beat city shops every time

11 April 2026, 14:49 PM
Discover authentic Bengali sweetmeats by prioritizing natural milk and wood-fired stoves over industrial city methods. Expert village artisans preserve cultural legacies through handmade techniques, ensuring every bite delivers a superior, traditional, and nostalgic taste.
11 April 2026, 14:49 PM
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A house worth seeing

Have you ever wanted to take a few days off, away from all the traffic, stress, and worries? To be honest, it is something we all want, but the sad truth is that there are very limited chances of such an escape in Bangladesh
11 November 2019, 18:00 PM
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The goons and villains of the comic world

Growing up, we loved to read about superheroes in comics. Thanks to recent development in CGI, public demand, and studio investments, we’ve got live action movies of those heroes, and children, teenagers or adults enjoyed them together.
30 September 2019, 18:00 PM
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Fresh aromatic spices

Spices are important to creating flavourful food, and in their varying combinations, are often the main differentiating ingredient among cuisines of different regions.
6 August 2019, 18:00 PM
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Cook it up for Eid

As this festival is all about sacrificing animals, the festivities inevitably revolve around the cooking of meat. Of the many different kinds of preparations, some require the perfectly even heating of the meat on all sides, and that is where the microwave comes into play.
5 August 2019, 18:00 PM
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The cool choice is the right choice

A heatwave is passing through the country with an average temperature of about 34 degrees almost every day. That’s the actual temperature and it often feels like almost 40 degrees. While temperatures above 30 degrees are common in subtropical monsoon
24 June 2019, 18:00 PM
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Wash-up: The Smart Way

Modern technology is an amazing thing. If a hundred years ago you told someone that they can wash and have their clothes clean and dried in 15 minutes, they would have ridiculed you, branded you as crazy and quite possibly burned you at the stake calling you a witch.
17 June 2019, 18:00 PM
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Travelling home for Eid: Tips and Tricks

Dhaka is one of the most densely populated cities in the world, except during Eid holidays. Most of us travel to our home town/villages to celebrate the festival with family and friends. Dhaka will be empty and quiet, and peaceful for a few days. As much as we would like to cherish these
27 May 2019, 18:00 PM
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Quick efficient cooking with Sing-er

The best thing about food is that you do not have to be a foodie to love food. Even the skinniest person who has no appetite has a favourite food. And other than a number of desserts and certain food, most food tastes better warm. Of course, you can always cook or warm your food on the stove
20 May 2019, 18:00 PM
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Wash up and get ready

Have you ever had one of those days when you come home after a long day of work and just want to sit and relax until you eventually pass out? But then suddenly, halfway towards drifting off, you suddenly remember the important meeting you have the next day, and you do not have a clean and pressed shirt for the occasion.
13 May 2019, 18:00 PM
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