Key National and Global Developments on December 30, 2025
New Delhi/Dhaka: Several significant political, legal and security-related developments unfolded on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, spanning South Asia and beyond. From the death of former Bangladesh Prime Minister Khaleda Zia to major announcements by the Election Commission of India, court rulings, counter-terror operations and sharp political exchanges ahead of elections, the day reflected heightened political and administrative activity.
BNP Declares Mourning After Khaleda Zia’s Death
The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) announced seven days of official mourning following the death of its chairperson and former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia. Zia, who served three terms as Bangladesh’s Prime Minister, passed away at around 6 a.m. local time while undergoing treatment at Evercare Hospital in Dhaka. She was 80. Flags will be flown at half-mast at BNP offices, and party programmes have been suspended during the mourning period.
Uttar Pradesh SIR Extended Again
The Election Commission of India extended the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Uttar Pradesh once again. The draft voter list will now be published on January 6, 2026, and the final roll on March 6. Claims and objections can be filed between January 6 and February 6. The enumeration process began on November 4 across 12 States and Union Territories.
PM Modi Highlights India’s Reform-Led Growth
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the world now views India with hope and confidence, citing next-generation reforms that have accelerated the pace of development. In a LinkedIn post, he said India’s innovation-driven growth and cross-sectoral reforms have placed the country at the centre of global attention.
Bombay HC Raps Hospital Over HIV Discrimination
The Bombay High Court ruled that denying permanency to an HIV-positive employee violates equality rights under Articles 14 and 16 of the Constitution. Justice Sandeep V. Marne directed Bombay Hospital to grant permanency to a sweeper from December 1, 2006, overturning an earlier Industrial Court order.
NESO Seeks Capital Punishment in Dehradun Killing
The North East Students’ Organisation demanded capital punishment for those responsible for the killing of Tripura student Anjel Chakma in Dehradun. NESO also renewed its call for an anti-racism law to protect students and migrants from the region.
PM Modi Reacts to Putin Residence Targeting
Prime Minister Modi expressed deep concern over reports of the targeting of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s residence and urged Russia and Ukraine to focus on diplomatic solutions to end the conflict.
Amit Shah Accuses Bengal Govt Over Infiltration
Union Home Minister Amit Shah alleged that the West Bengal government is allowing illegal infiltration to strengthen its vote bank. The Trinamool Congress rejected the charge, asserting the BJP would fail to cross 50 seats in the 2026 Assembly elections.
Security and Governance Updates
Eleven people were arrested in Assam and Tripura for alleged links with a Bangladesh-based radical group. Meanwhile, security forces launched search operations in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kishtwar and Poonch districts following intelligence inputs on possible terrorist movement.
Prime Minister Modi also met economists and sectoral experts ahead of the 2026–27 Union Budget. Separately, an Abhinav Bindra-led task force flagged systemic gaps in sports administration, recommending an autonomous statutory body.
Other Key Developments
Congress and NCP (SP) announced they will contest Nagpur civic polls separately. Internationally, reports said U.S. President Donald Trump urged Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to change policies in the occupied West Bank. President Droupadi Murmu returned the University of Madras Amendment Bill to the Tamil Nadu government for reconsideration.
Our Final Thoughts
The developments of the day underline a period of political transition, institutional scrutiny and heightened security vigilance across India and the region. From electoral roll revisions and court interventions safeguarding constitutional rights to geopolitical messaging and counter-terror operations, governance remains at the forefront. With major elections and policy decisions ahead, these events will likely shape political narratives and public discourse in the months to come.