The season of love is approaching as we step into February. Valentine’s Day comes every year as a reminder of love and affection. While there are lavish and extravagant ways to make the day memorable, there are less expensive ways to make the day as special as it is. Let’s look at some creative Valentine’s Day gift ideas that won’t leave a dent in your pocket.  11 Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas without Breaking Your Bank Make a Core Memory  Valentine’s Day is a great opportunity to do something that you’ll remember for a long time, like making a core memory. For example, plan out a hike or go for a boat ride that doesn’t cost much. The thrill and exhilaration of exploring add to sharing a candid moment with each other. Besides, what’s better than traveling and exploring with your partner?  Write a Love Letter or a Poem  Whether it's Beethoven’s “Immortal Beloved” or Shelley’s creations, letters and poems have been a constant medium of expressing love for generations. With Valentine’s Day approaching, now is a better time than ever to start writing a love letter or poem for your loved one. It’s a great way to show your effort in a non-materialistic way. And if you need some help, there’s always ChatGPT to the rescue.  Read more: Valentine’s Day Bucket List: Romantic Ideas for Couples DIY Card and Gifts  Are you good with arts and crafts? Even if you’re not, trying your hand at DIY cards and gifts can be a great Valentine’s Day gift to your loved one. It’s also cost-effective considering you’ll hardly need anything other than a few cuts of paper, scissors, and some pens to make the design. Let your creativity and imagination be the guide. But if you want to be more precise, there are tons of DIY gift card tutorials on YouTube that you can follow.  A Photobook of Memories  In an increasingly digital world where photos are stashed in galleries and drives, be old-fashioned and curate a photobook filled with precious memories. Select pictures of some of your best moments together and print them out to create a photobook. It’s a great way to show your sincerity and effort to make the day special.  A Candlelight Dinner at Home Who said romantic dinners are too expensive? Create a romantic ambiance at your home with a candlelight dinner setup. You can either cook the main course at home or order something. It’ll be significantly cheaper than what you’d normally pay for a candlelight dine-out. Plus the effort of creating a beautiful atmosphere would make the whole thing even more special.  Read more: 10 Valentine's Day Gift Ideas for Wife

One of the realities of growing up is seeing your parents get older. As our fathers age and retire, there’s this innate sense of reclusiveness from the rush of life. Though children can love their fathers and surprise them with gifts on any day of the year, the concept of 'Father’s Day' is dedicated to appreciating the contribution, love, care, and sacrifice of fathers worldwide in a special way. Here are 10 great gift ideas for fathers who have retired. Best Father’s Day Gift Ideas to Make Retired Dads Happy Personalized Photo Album  Back in the early days, printed photos were the deal. One of the coolest gifts that can be given this Father’s Day is a customized album with photos. It can be from his childhood, marriage, kids and grandkids, and all the memorable phases of his life.  To make it extra special, include captions and handwritten notes with each photo. That way it will be even more special and hold sentimental value.  Read more: 10 Mother's Day Gifts that Money Can't Buy Comfortable Recliner or Arm Chair  Another great idea for Father’s Day could be gifting a comfortable recliner or an armchair to the elderly dad. Recliners and armchairs are great relaxation options. Choose one that will best fit the existing furniture of the house and that your father would appreciate using. Make sure it fits well in the living room or on the balcony.  This can be a great way to show appreciation and ensure comfort for your father.  Subscription to Magazine or Newspaper  Have you noticed that every dad loves to read newspapers or magazines? Try and find out what interests them. And based on their interest, buy them a monthly or yearly subscription to a magazine or newspaper. It will keep them busy and happy at the same time.  Read more: Groom Gifts: Cool Wedding Gift Ideas for Men Gardening Set  Speaking of hobbies, gardening can be another great option to explore. If your father’s place has a front yard or expansive terrace, then a set of gardening tools can be a perfect gift idea for a late hobby.  There are several gardening sets available, depending on the type and budget. For starters, consider getting basic gardening tools like cutting, pruning, and shearing tools. Include a durable gardening towel and kneeling pad for extra comfort.  If you want to add more to the list, consider setting up an entire gardening space. If it’s the front yard, make a separate area, pick out a set of flowers or vegetables that your father might be interested in cultivating, and get going from there. This simple hobby will not only make way for a productive time-pass but will also contribute to the environment.  Read more: PM accepts cow as gift from couple for Eid-ul-Azha sacrifice Fitness Tracker  As our fathers grow older, there is a need for them to maintain a healthy lifestyle through exercise. And what better way to get them into fitness than by gifting them a fitness tracker watch? It can be either a fitness-oriented tracker or a smartwatch, as most smartwatches have dedicated fitness functions. 

“A red rose is not selfish because it wants to be a red rose. It would be horribly selfish if it wanted all the other flowers in the garden to be both red and roses, ” according to Oscar Wilde.  Rose shares a unique meaning and purpose. Red roses are often associated with love, and romance; while white roses are symbols of friendship. From red to coral, each hue conveys a different message, making roses an incredibly versatile flower. Let’s explore the meaning of different colors of roses to choose the right rose for the true expressions of the heart.  What Are the Different Meanings of Different Color Roses? Red Roses The red rose is perhaps the most iconic among all roses, and for a good reason. It is a symbol of passion. Gifting red roses can be a nice way to express love, romance, affection, desire, appreciation, or sincere respect for someone when words are not enough. It is always a classic choice to convey love on occasions such as proposals, weddings, a partner's birthday, marriage anniversary, Valentine's Day, or any special moment with a partner. Read More: Visit Sadullapur Golap Gram, Rose Village at Savar for Day Tour White Roses White rose is often associated with purity, innocence, and calmness. It is a popular choice for weddings and is sometimes called bridal roses because of their associations with new love and enduring loyalty. White roses can also mean a fresh start and unending love. A bouquet of white roses is the ideal way to express your appreciation and gratitude for someone or to mark a new beginning. They are a respectful and appropriate choice for any occasion. Pink Roses The pink rose is a traditional symbol of elegance and grace. It is often given as a sign of admiration and gratitude, conveying the message through its gentle beauty. Depending on the shade of pink, a rose can represent different things. A light or pale pink rose can stand for grace, joy, and happiness, while a darker or hot pink rose represents thanks and appreciation. Pink roses are among the most popular flowers in the world, and they go with just about anything. Gifting a pink rose can be a lovely way to express feelings. Lavender Roses Lavender roses have a long history of symbolizing enchantment and love at first sight. Their gentle, muted hue conjures up beauty and a sense of regal majesty. While a more vibrant shade of purple might be used to represent royalty, lavender roses are a subtle way to express feelings of affection and love. They are a great choice for a bouquet that will leave a lasting impression on the recipient. Read More: Bangladesh Flower Society: Monthly sales revenue to cross Tk300 crore in February Black Roses Symbolically, the black rose is often associated with death, mourning, and the darker side of life. It can also represent mystery, rebellion, and the unknown. In some cultures, black roses are considered a bad omen or a symbol of evil, while in others, they are a symbol of rebirth or a new beginning. Black roses have been used in various forms of art, literature, and popular culture. They have been featured in Gothic and horror-themed works, as well as in romance and fantasy genres. In some cultures, black roses are also used in funeral arrangements and other forms of mourning.

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today (February 15, 2023) handed over the keys of ‘Bir Nibash’ to valiant freedom fighters, who are financially marginalized. The Prime Minister handed over keys to 5000 houses at a programme – held in Dhaka’s Osmani Memorial Auditorium – organized by the Liberation War Affairs Ministry with the Minister AKM Mozammel Huq in the chair. The PM joined the programme virtually from her official residence Ganabhaban. The houses are being given away to freedom fighters as gifts from the Prime Minister, on the occasion of Mujib Borsho and 50 years of Bangladesh’s independence. Read more: President-elect, PM call on incumbent at Bangabhaban The project, ‘House construction for insolvent freedom fighters’ – approved by the ECNEC on March 21 last year – is being implemented at the cost of Tk 4,122 crore which will come from government funds. The main objective of the project is to construct 30,000 ‘Bir Nibash’ (houses) for insolvent freedom fighters, Birangana (women freedom fighters), widows and children of martyred and late freedom fighters. Named ‘Bir Nibash’ (Home for Heroes), each 635sqft house has two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a dining room, and a kitchen. This project is an initiative of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to uplift the socio-economic status of financially marginalized freedom fighters, as well as widows and children of late freedom fighters. Read More: BALID honours six freedom fighters in the month of victory The cost of building each house is Tk 14,10,382, as per the official source. Deputy Commissioners of Narail, Madaripur, Gopalganj, Gazipur and Kishoreganj, on behalf of the Prime Minister handed over the keys in their respective areas.

“We are most alive when we are in love,” according to John Updike. People around the world celebrate Valentine’s day on 14th February as a day of love. Valentine's Day is an ideal opportunity to demonstrate how much you care for your partner. However, due to the economic slowdown, post-pandemic effect, and many other reasons, many couples can't spend money to get their partner expensive gifts on this special day. Let's find out some ideas to celebrate Valentine's Day in affordable ways. Affordable Ways to Have a Special Valentine’s Day Set a Budget for the Day The first step towards saving significantly on Valentine's Day is establishing a budget. Consider what additional costs you have for the month, what bills need to be paid, and the amount of money you will have left over after paying your bills. Most importantly, after you've established a Valentine's Day budget, adhere to it! If you and your significant other have a financial strategy or objective, they will appreciate this action. Read More: 2023 Valentine’s Day Deals, Offers by Different Brands in Bangladesh Make DIY Cards and Gifts For many celebrants, Valentine's Day is about spending time and expressing affection and appreciation for a loved one. Certainly, extravagant presents are lovely, but most recipients will not anticipate them. They may even want a more personalized approach. Anyone may acquire diamonds, but not everyone has the ability to be inventive and produce something valuable. By creating your own Valentine's Day card, you may immediately save a significant amount of money. It just requires scissors, paper, and a customized, sincere message. Add a piece of handmade music, bake a delicious treat, or take it to the next level by creating jewelry from craft shop supplies. Plan a Home Dining Event If you truly want to save money on Valentine's Day, have the whole supper at home. Then you may splurge on appetizers, entrees, desserts, and beverages at half the price. Additionally, this creates a much more intimate and personal encounter. Read More: 10 Valentine's Day Gift Ideas for Wife Create a customized playlist of your favorite tunes and light some candles. In addition, your significant other will appreciate the additional effort you are doing to establish the atmosphere. They won't even suspect you're attempting to save money by dining at home.

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has directed the authorities concerned to build a house for Rupna Chakma, goalkeeper of Bangladesh women’s football team who clinched the title of SAFF Women’s Championship 2022, in her hometown Rangamati. Sheikh Hasina, who is in New York at the moment to attend the 77th UNGA, gave the directive after a picture of Rupna Chakma's dilapidated house went viral on social media and came to her notice. Read: Naniarchar ready to embrace its daughters Rupna, Ritu Porna after brilliance in SAFF Women's tournament

Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, who is on an official visit to Ulan Bator, has received from Mongolian President Rajnath Singh a very special gift -- an awesome white racehorse. "A special gift from our special friends in Mongolia. I have named this magnificent beauty, ‘Tejas’. Thank you, President Khurelsukh. Thank you Mongolia," Singh tweeted on Wednesday. A day before, the Indian Defence Minister called on Mongolian President Ukhnaagiin Khurelsukh and reviewed "the multifaceted strategic ties" between the two countries. "Excellent meeting with the President of Mongolia, H.E. U. Khurelsukh in Ulaanbaatar. Recalled my last meeting with him in 2018, when he was the Prime Minister of the country. We are fully committed to further deepening our multifaceted Strategic Partnership with Mongolia," Singh said in another tweet.   Read: India has contributed in establishment of democracy in Bangladesh: Rajnath Singh Some seven years ago, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi also received a racehorse from then Mongolian Premier Chimed Saikhanbileg during his historic visit to that country.

Bangladesh Football Federation (BFF) received a bus from Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) as a gift under UEFA Assist Infrastructure Project 2021-22.The bus was officially inaugurated Wednesday afternoon at the BFF House in Motijheel. BFF vice presidents Ataur Rahman Manik, Mohiuddin Ahmed Mohi, FIIFA council member Mahfuza Akhter Kiron were, among others, present at the function. Read: BFF sign 3-year MoU with AIUB for developing booters’ educational skillsThe BFF officials thanked two continental football bodies --UEFA and AFC --for proving the bus to BFF. The BFF got the bus through its Asian body AFC.

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Sunday sent greetings to the country’s heroic freedom fighters on the occasion of Eid-ul-Azha, the festival of sacrifices.The prime minister sent flowers, fruits and sweetmeats to the war-wounded freedom fighters and members of the martyred families at Martyred and War-wounded Freedom Fighters’ Rehabilitation Centre (Muktijoddha Tower-1) at Gaznavi Road in the capital’s Mohammadpur.PM’s Assistant Private Secretary-2 Gazi Hafizur Rahman Liku and Assistant Press Secretary ABM Sarwar-e-Alom Sarker handed over the gifts to them this morning.The war-wounded FFs and members of the martyred families expressed gratitude to the prime minister for remembering them on every national day and festivals like the Independence Day, the Victory Day, Eid and Pahela Baishakh.Read: Over 1mn Covid-affected families to get PM’s Eid gift through bKash They lauded the visionary leadership of the prime minister in national development and welfare of the people. They thanked Sheikh Hasina for constructing the Padma Bridge overcoming domestic and foreign conspiracies. They also wished the prime minister good health and long life.

bKash will distribute the cash aid of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to 10,50,000 low-income group families affected by COVID-19. In a unique initiative of the Prime Minister to stand by families who have lost their livelihood, financial aid of Tk 2,500 will be provided to each of them before the Eid, bKash said in a media release on Wednesday. The money is being disbursed digitally with transparency, swiftness and security to the real victims through verification of NID cards, it said. Also read: Covid-19 in Bangladesh: PM allocates Tk 10.50cr for affected poor Through MFS, the cash aid of Tk 2,500 is going to be distributed to 3.4 million affected families. The 10,50,000 low-income families will receive this cash aid through bKash. During the month of Ramadan and the Eid festival, this money will bring relief to the families and help them greatly in case of emergency, bKash said. Also read: bKash offers 1 pc cash bonus on receiving remittance The beneficiary will not need to bear any Cash Out charge. The government will pay Tk 15 from the total Cash Out charge, while the remaining Tk 31.25 will be borne by bKash. bKash says it has taken all arrangements to enable the family members to Cash Out the money without any hassle. Also read: Stipends from PM’s education fund disbursed through bKash With the far-sighted decision of the government, bKash said, it is becoming possible to disburse financial aid conveniently among the affected families amid such a critical situation. This is a significant step towards building Digital Bangladesh, it said. Last year too, bKash successfully distributed the cash aid of the Prime Minister to nearly 1 million families. Read Financial aid for all mosques, 7,000 more Qawmi Madrasas before Eid: PM