Archive · 31 Dec 2025
Khaleda Zia's Funeral and Global Events
Today, we have several important events happening around the world.
In Bangladesh, the funeral of former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia will take place in Dhaka.
Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will attend the funeral to represent India.
Meanwhile, gig workers in India will go on a nationwide strike to demand better working conditions.
Warren Buffett, the famous investor, will step down as the CEO of Berkshire Hathaway.
It's also the last day to link your PAN with Aadhaar in India.
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin will deliver their New Year speeches, focusing on national unity and modernization.
These events highlight significant political, economic, and social changes happening globally.
Khaleda Zia's funeral will be held in Dhaka with Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar in attendance.
Gig workers from major delivery platforms will strike nationwide to demand better working conditions.
Warren Buffett will step down as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, handing over to Greg Abel.
December 31, 2025, is the last day to link PAN with Aadhaar to avoid financial disruptions.
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin will deliver New Year speeches focusing on national unity and modernization.
- Who
- Khaleda Zia, Indian and international leaders, gig workers, Warren Buffett, Chinese and Russian presidents
- What
- Khaleda Zia's funeral, gig workers' strike, Warren Buffett's retirement, PAN-Aadhaar linking deadline, New Year speeches by Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin
- When
- December 31, 2025
- Where
- Dhaka, Bangladesh; globally for other events
- Why
- To honor Khaleda Zia, address workers' demands, mark leadership transitions, comply with government regulations, deliver New Year messages
Pro-BNP Supporters
Awami League Supporters
Political Legacy
Pro-BNP Supporters
BNP supporters view Khaleda Zia as a key figure in Bangladesh's democracy and a symbol of resistance against military rule.
Awami League Supporters
Awami League supporters criticize Zia's tenure for alleged corruption and ties to Islamist groups, straining India-Bangladesh relations.
- Funeral Location
- South Plaza of the National Parliament, Dhaka
- Funeral Date
- December 31, 2025
- Indian Representative
- External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar
- Berkshire Hathaway CEO Transition
- Warren Buffett to Greg Abel
- PAN-Aadhaar Linking Deadline
- December 31, 2025
- Strike Participants
- Gig workers from Swiggy, Zomato, Blinkit, Zepto
- Strike Demands
- Ban on 10-minute deliveries, fair wages, social security
- Xi Jinping's Focus Areas
- Agricultural modernization, domestic consumption, high-tech industries
- Putin's Speech Focus
- National unity, internal harmony, praise for soldiers
Sources
School Assembly News Headlines (December 31): Top National, World, Sports, Business News
In history, Khaleda Zia loomed large. So will her shadow over Bangladesh’s future
FirstUp: Khaleda Zia's funeral in Dhaka and other big news of the day
