Jaishankar in Dhaka for Khaleda Zia's Funeral; Meets Tarique Rahman

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News18•31-12-2025, 15:29
Jaishankar in Dhaka for Khaleda Zia's Funeral; Meets Tarique Rahman
- •Former Bangladesh PM Khaleda Zia passed away at 80; funeral today in Dhaka with full state honors.
- •Indian Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar arrived in Dhaka and met Khaleda Zia's son, Tarique Rahman.
- •Zia, Bangladesh's first female Prime Minister and BNP chief, will be buried next to her husband Ziaur Rahman.
- •Her passing marks the end of an era, deeply impacting Bangladesh's democratic identity.
- •Bangladesh observes 3 days of national mourning; international dignitaries expected at the funeral.
Why It Matters: Khaleda Zia's passing marks the end of an era for Bangladesh, with global leaders paying respects.
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