Valentine's Day

THE SHELF / Webtoon recommendations for the romantic in you

If you are into a lot of angst, this webtoon is perfect for you. It’s not a typical love story of second chance, but an emotional roller coaster ride.

‘Will you be my Valentine?’ and other expensive offers

In the end, love is a personal matter and it should remain so, regardless of how it comes out on February 14 and in the days that follow.

Humour / This Valentine's Day, I’m in love with my coursework

My heart belongs to the elusive charm of essay word counts and the tantalising allure of presentations.

Indulge in love: Decadent Valentine’s Day recipes

Valentine’s Day is not all about dining out or ordering takeaways. For those planning to stay at home, prepare to indulge in a symphony of flavours crafted with love for an unforgettable celebration. From succulent roast chicken to flavours of daab chingri, and red velvet cake, these recipes are designed to delight the senses.

Puja Chery’s ‘Nakphul’ to release on Valentine's Day

Confirming the release date, sources from the film’s production company, Bengal Multimedia Ltd, said, “We are almost done with the post-production of the movie, and if everything goes well, we will release it on the upcoming Valentine's Day.”

Tag blunder: Smith wishes Valentine’s Day to wrong woman

The batter managed to score 37 and unbeaten 25 in the two innings of the first Test in Nagpur and on Tuesday, he seemingly had lost his immaculate focus making an error while wishing his wife on Valentine’s Day

Valentine's Day picks: Bangla dramas to watch with your loved ones

Bangla tele-films to watch on the occasion of Valentine's Day.

Boi Mela books for your Valentine

With Valentine’s day falling at the same time as Boi Mela, what could be a better gift than books?

Why we think romantic love is unimportant

It is unfortunate that most people experiencing one failed romantic relationship tend to give up on love altogether. In the process, we also normalise giving less to our current partner.

February 12, 2022
February 12, 2022

5 gifts to buy your boyfriend this Valentine’s Day

Buying your significant other the perfect gift can be tricky. It’s especially so when your significant other is a man and the occasion is Valentine’s Day. Most men tend to lean more towards utility than aesthetic.

February 10, 2022
February 10, 2022

Master the art of gift-giving

Gift-giving can sometimes feel a little overwhelming.

February 14, 2018
February 14, 2018

Couples make Valentine's Day deposit in 'Love Bank'

In a small medieval Slovak town, couples are getting ready on Valentine's Day to make a "deposit" about their romance in a place dedicated to love stories.

February 11, 2018
February 11, 2018

Flower-sellers gearing up for lucrative mid-February

Flower farmers of Jhikargacha in Jessore district, one of the largest flower markets of the country, expect to sell flowers worth over Tk 30- 35 crore ahead of Pahela Falgun (February 13), Valentine's Day (Feb 14) and International Mother Language Day (Feb 21).

February 15, 2017
February 15, 2017

Cricket: Stokes wants fans to fall in love with England again

Ben Stokes chose Valentine's Day to send a message to England fans vowing to make them fall in love with the Test side again.

February 15, 2016
February 15, 2016

DSCC holds 'Pranshokha Dhaka'

In a remarkable initiative, Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC) arranged a daylong open concert at Shahbagh intersection in the capital on Valentine's Day.

February 14, 2016
February 14, 2016

Consider yourselves as mayor: Sayeed Khokon

Mayor Sayeed Khokon calls upon people of Dhaka South City Corporation to consider themselves as mayor and do their duties accordingly to make the city beautiful.

February 13, 2016
February 13, 2016

[WATCH] Obama’s Valentine poem for his wife

US President Barack Obama appears on The Ellen DeGeneres Show and recites a Valentine poem to his wife Michelle.

February 13, 2016
February 13, 2016

Iran rules Valentine's Day celebrations a crime

Iran says it is cracking down on Valentine's Day celebrations and shops engaging in them will be guilty of a crime.

February 12, 2016
February 12, 2016

Pakistan district bans Valentine's Day celebrations

A district in north-western Pakistan has banned Valentine's Day celebrations.