Listed companies across all sectors saw their profits fall by around 24 percent on an average year-on-year during the last January-September period, due mainly to an economic slowdown and widespread political turmoil, according to an unofficial estimate.

Our political leaders' reluctance to engage in dialogue and to uphold the tenets of democracy may erode public trust in them.

Given the attitudes of Awami League and BNP as Bangladesh election draws closer, there is no reason for one to feel hopeful about having a peaceful and participatory election.

Civil society members share their views regarding the political turmoil ahead of the 12th parliamentary election.