The Latest Breaking News from Ziaur Rahman

Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) claims victory in the nation's first parliamentary election since the 2024 uprising, though final results are pending. The election follows a student-led revolt that ousted former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. BNP leader Tarique Rahman, son of former President Ziaur Rahman and former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia,…

Voting was largely peaceful in an election seen as a test of Bangladesh’s democracy after years of political turmoil

Former leader’s death closes rare chapter of women-led politics in South Asia

Former Bangladeshi Prime Minister Khaleda Zia has died at 80, her political party has announced Tuesday

Tarique Rahman returns after 17 years in self-imposed exile to lead his party in February’s elections

The student-led party hopes to upend Bangladesh politics, long dominated by two family-run parties.

Bangladesh's Supreme Court acquits former PM Khaleda Zia in corruption case, paving way for potential political comeback.

Supreme Court also acquits former prime minister’s son and heir apparent in corruption case

India views the events in Bangladesh as a setback for security, trade and connectivity and a possible loss of influence.

Bangladesh has had a turbulent existence since gaining independence in 1971 following a war with Pakistan.

The 76-year-old has suddenly left the country after weeks of student-led protests that were met with violence