Khaleda Zia, Bangladesh’s first female prime minister and longtime leader of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), has died at the age of 80 after a prolonged illness. A dominant figure in the country’s politics for decades, Khaleda played a key role in shaping Bangladesh’s democratic journey following years of military rule. She served twice as prime minister and was known for her intense rivalry with Sheikh Hasina, which defined national politics for years. This report looks back at her political rise, major milestones, controversies, and the enduring legacy she leaves behind in Bangladesh’s history.

Khaleda Zia Funeral: S. Jaishankar To Convey India's Condolences

India's External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar will be attending the funeral ceremony of former Bangladesh PM Khaleda Zia. PM Modi extended condolences over her demise. "Deeply saddened to learn about the passing away of former Prime Minister and BNP Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia in Dhaka", PM Modi tweeted.

BREAKING: Indian Foreign Minister S Jaishankar to Attend Khaleda Zia's Funeral 

World leaders, including US President Donald Trump, French President Emmanuel Macron, and Ukrainian President Zelenskyy, attended Pope Francis' historic funeral at the Vatican's St. Peter's Square. The ceremony drew around 250,000 mourners, with applause as the coffin emerged from the basilica. Pope Francis buried at the Basilica of St. Mary Maggiore, fulfilling his wish for a simple burial.

Pope Francis laid to rest in St Mary Major, 250,000 mourners pack Rome

First Pope not buried at Vatican in 100 years

Pope Francis buried in Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica

World leaders, including US President Donald Trump, French President Emmanuel Macron, and Ukrainian President Zelenskyy, attended Pope Francis' historic funeral at the Vatican's St. Peter's Square. The ceremony drew around 250,000 mourners, with applause as the coffin emerged from the basilica. Pope Francis will be buried at the Basilica of St. Mary Maggiore, fulfilling his wish for a simple burial.

A new chapter in history: Pope Francis to be buried outside Vatican

Pope's coffin reaches final resting place at Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica

World leaders, including US President Donald Trump, French President Emmanuel Macron, and Ukrainian President Zelenskyy, attended Pope Francis' historic funeral at the Vatican's St. Peter's Square. The ceremony drew around 250,000 mourners, with applause as the coffin emerged from the basilica. Pope Francis will be buried at the Basilica of St. Mary Major, fulfilling his wish for a simple burial.

25,000 mourners pay their respects at St. Peter's Basilica

Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office took four days to offer condolences, but then also, gave a brief and impersonal statement. WORLD

Israeli officials absent from Pope's funeral, but Palestinian PM was there - What could be the reason?

Pope Francis' coffin carried into St. Peter's Square amid tears & applause

Pope Francis' funeral is underway in the Vatican City, thousands of mourners flood into St Peter's Square. Pope Francis passed away on April 21, aged 88. He died of a stroke and irreversible heart failure, less than a month after returning home from five weeks in hospital battling double pneumonia.

US President Trump pays respects to Pope coffin in Basilica

#GRAVITAS| On April 21,the internet was quickly set ablaze with illegal betting operators cashing in on the speculation on who will succeed him. Such is the interest that the betting activity is even overtaking the hugely popular F.A. Cup. Watch this video to find out more.

Polymarket sparks global buzz on Pope Francis' successor

India's President to Attend Pope's Funeral Mass: A Tribute to the Spiritual Leader. Over 50,000 people have paid their respects to Pope Francis since April 21. The Pope passed away at the age of 88 due to a stroke.

Over 50,000 people paid homage to Pope Francis since April 21

#GRAVITAS | As all eyes are on the Vatican City on who the next pope will be, there's a crisis looming that of Pope Francis' death potentially dividing the Catholic church between Liberals and Conservatives. Watch this video to find out more.

Split threat over catholic church in Pope elections

About 170 foreign delegations, including those of Donald Trump, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, and Prince William, expected to descend on the Vatican for Saturday's funeral, along with crowds of up to 200,000 people, those overseeing the event are in for a hyper-vigilant few days. Watch for more details!

170 foreign delegations along with 200,000 visitors expected to attend Pope's funeral

Pope's funeral will be held on Saturday at 10 am local time in the square in front of St Peter's Basilica, Rome. He died due to complications from a heart failure. WORLD

'Document recording his life & more': What's in Pope's casket - List of items to be buried with Pope in Rome

Prince Karim, Aga Khan IV, was laid to rest in a private ceremony in Aswan, Egypt. His son, Rahim Al-Hussaini, has been named Aga Khan V, continuing the Ismaili Muslim spiritual leadership. World leaders attended a service in Lisbon.

Aga Khan IV laid to rest in private ceremony in Egypt

World: The funeral for Hezbollah's Hassan Nasrallah, who died in an Israeli strike last September, is set for February 23, announced by the group's leader Naim Qassem.

Nasrallah’s funeral to be held on February 23, says Hezbollah

Several hundred mourners attended a mass funeral service, for 19 victims of the devastating floods and landslides that hit Bosnia earlier this month. At least 26 people were killed in the disaster.

Hundreds Attend Funeral of Flood Victims

Thousands of mourners packed a stadium in central Kenya to hold a memorial service for 21 boys killed in a school dormitory fire this month. Watch in for more details!

Kenya: Thousands Mourn Children Who Died In School Fire

Hundreds and thousands of mourners gathered in Tehran to bid a final goodbye to the late President Ebrahim Raisi. Raisi will be laid to rest in his hometown days after tragically dying in a helicopter crash. Watch in for more details!

Ebrahim Raisi Funeral: Raisi laid to rest at Imam Reza holy shrine

Ebrahim Raisi Funeral: Thousands of Iranians bid farewell to Raisi

'Operation Menai Bridge': King Charles’ aides reviewing his funeral plans, reports suggest

Thousands of Alexei Navalny supporters queued to lay flowers and pay tribute to the dead opposition leader, in a significant show of support for the anti-corruption campaigner.

Thousands of mourners continue to visit Alexei Navalny's grave

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