The April movement in Nepal compelled the autocratic king to surrender to the power of the people. He announced the reinstatement of the House of Representatives after four years of dissolution, following the 19-day long historical general strike
Read MoreSince the beginning of the year 2006, the political environment of Nepal has been dominated by the heavy tussle between the King and mainstream political parties.
Read MoreThe working class in Nepal is upfront in the struggle for restoration of democracy in their country. On 20 November 2005, the trade unions joined other mass organizations, like students and teachers` bodies and NGOs, to celebrate the `Child Rights Day` and urged the royal regime to begin talks with the political parties to restore democracy.
Read MoreMore than 2,000 workers were thrown to the streets in July when the Reliance Spinning Mills in Biratnagar, the first industrial city in Nepal, was burned down by the Maoists. Another 10,000 people, who were dependent on these workers, are fighting for their survival.
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