The nation is observing the state mourning for the second consecutive day following the death of three-time former Prime Minister and BNP Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia. Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus, in a televised address to the nation on Tuesday, declared the three-day state mourning starting from Wednesday as well as one-day general holiday on Wednesday. On this occasion, the national flag has been kept at half-mast at all government, semi-government, autonomous institutions, educational institutions, all public and private buildings, as well as at Bangladesh missions abroad. In addition, special prayers and Munajat were arranged at every mosque across the…
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Speaker of the National Assembly of Pakistan Sardar Ayaz Sadiq today called on Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus at the State Guest House Jamuna here, according to the Chief Adviser’s Press Wing. Earlier, he handed over Islamabad’s condolence message to BNP Acting Chairperson Tarique Rahman at the death of three-time former Prime Minister and BNP Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia, reflecting Pakistan’s deep respect for Bangladesh’s late uncompromising leader. Sadiq met Tarique Rahman at the Jatiya Sangsad Bhaban this afternoon and formally conveyed the condolence message before the namaj-e-janaza of Begum Khaleda Zia at the Manik Mia Avenue here this afternoon.…
Bangladesh bade farewell to 2025 standing at a crossroads expecting to lead the South Asian nation to a new political and social transition against the backdrop of renewed public expectations. The year unfolded amid post–July Uprising realities, with governance reforms, electoral preparedness, and democratic accountability dominating the national discourse. The outgoing year heralded with youths as vocal stakeholders in shaping the nation’s future, which many describe as demographic dividend for the country in terms of population ratio as well. This development particularly made 2025 a year of reckoning and reorientation for Bangladesh, expecting to set the tone for the path…
Respect cannot be gained by force, nor can it be earned through fanfare. It emerges naturally from the people’s quiet judgment of one’s actions, ideals and character. History repeatedly proves that forced reverence fades, but real respect endures. The political life of Begum Khaleda Zia over the past 17 years stands as an evidence to this truth. Yet her commitment, spirit and courage in the face of adversity have earned her a place of honour in the hearts of millions. Early Life and a Turning Point (1945-1971) Born on August 15, 1945 in Dinajpur, Khaleda Khanam Putul — later known…
he nation is observing a three-day state mourning following the death of three-time former Prime Minister and BNP Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia. Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus, in a televised address to the nation on Tuesday, declared the three-day state mourning starting from today and one-day general holiday for today as well. On this occasion, the national flag has been kept at half-mast at all government, semi-government, autonomous institutions, educational institutions, all public and private buildings, as well as at Bangladesh missions abroad. In addition, special prayers and Munajat will be arranged at every mosque across the country today seeking…
Begum Khaleda Zia never set out to be a political icon. History, however, had other plans. After the tragic assassination of President Ziaur Rahman in 1981, she was forced into public life from her role as a housewife. She entered the political arena with no formal training, relying only on an inherent quality to lead and an iron resolve that would later define an era. In March 1983, Khaleda Zia became vice-chairperson of the BNP and in August 1984, the party elected her the chairperson. She was the uncompromising face of the anti-Ershad movement. Countrymen along with her supporters called…
The nation is observing a three-day state mourning following the death of three-time former Prime Minister and BNP Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia. Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus, in a televised address to the nation on Tuesday, declared the three-day state mourning starting from today and one-day general holiday for today as well. On this occasion, the national flag has been kept at half-mast at all government, semi-government, autonomous institutions, educational institutions, all public and private buildings, as well as at Bangladesh missions abroad. In addition, special prayers and Munajat will be arranged at every mosque across the country today seeking…
Chittagong Hill Tracts Affairs Adviser Supradip Chakma today expressed deep shock and sorrow at the death of former Prime Minister and Chairperson of Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Begum Khaleda Zia. In a condolence message, Supradip Chakma said Begum Khaleda Zia was a three-time elected prime minister of Bangladesh. “Her role in the country’s transition to parliamentary democracy and national development will be remembered. In her death, the country lost an experienced politician,” he said. Supradip Chakma prayed for eternal peace of the departed soul and expressed deep condolence to the bereaved family and political well-wishers. Begum Khaleda Zia, widely regarded…
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi today expressed deep sorrow at the death of former Bangladesh Prime Minister and BNP Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia, recalling her contributions to Bangladesh and bilateral relations. In a condolence message, Modi said, “Deeply saddened to learn about the passing away of former Prime Minister and BNP Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia in Dhaka.” “Our sincerest condolences to her family and all the people of Bangladesh. May the Almighty grant her family the fortitude to bear this tragic loss,” he said. Recalling her political legacy, the Indian prime minister said, “As the first woman Prime Minister of…
BNP Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia, widely regarded as an uncompromising leader for democracy in Bangladesh, had been the party chairperson until her death today since 1984. She was the first woman to be elected as the prime minister of Bangladesh, and the second in the Muslim world. The three-time Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia was born to Iskandar Majumder and Taiyaba Majumder in Dinajpur district on August 15, 1946 though her family originally hails from southeastern Feni. She studied at Dinajpur Government Girls High School and later at Surendranath College. In 1960, she married to Ziaur Rahman, a military captain…
