Former Bangladesh PM Khaleda Zia laid to rest; Centre freezes Vodafone Idea’s AGR dues for five years, and more top news of the day december 31 2025

Khaleda Zia, Bangladesh's first female prime minister, dies at 80 after battling multiple health issues.

She was handed long prison terms on corruption charges in 2018 but was released in August 2024 following anti-government protests that resulted in the resignation of Prime…

Follow The Hindu for live updates on Bangladesh former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia, who passed away after a prolonged illness on December 30, 2025.

Khaleda Zia's funeral is set for December 31, with Bangladesh observing three days of mourning and a general holiday.

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Khaleda Zia's funeral LIVE: Follow The Hindu's LIVE updates on the funeral ceremonies of Bangladesh's former prime minister Khaleda Zia; Jaishankar to represent India in Dhaka

A sea of mourners have gathered in Dhaka to pay final respects to Khaleda Zia, who died on Tuesday aged 80.

Former Bangladesh PM Khaleda Zia laid to rest; Centre freezes Vodafone Idea’s AGR dues for five years, and more top news of the day december 31 2025