Dhaka, Jan. 2 -- Diplomats, political leaders, businesspeople and other dignitaries Thursday signed the condolence book opened at the BNP chairperson's Gulshan office as tributes to the late political matriarch abound.

It was the third and final day of signing the condolence book and thus mourning the demise of the three-time prime minister and uncompromising political leader-BNP chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia.

In the morning, a large crowd of party leaders, activists and journalists was seen outside the chairperson's office.

Those who came to sign the condolence book were allowed in the office following a set procedure.

Party leaders and activists were also present along both sides of the nearby roads.

Among those who signed the cond...