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KATHMANDU, JULY 8The Socialist Front developed by the four celebrations - CPN-Maoist Centre, CPN (Unified Socialist), and Netra Bikram Chand-led Communist Celebration of Nepal, and Janata Samajwadi Party-Nepal held its first conference today and decided to hold programs in all seven provinces within a couple of weeks to propagate the front's policies. EDITORIAL: Socialist Front Leaders validate development of Socialist Front Asked if the front leaders discussed the CPN-UML's need for the resignation of Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal, Pandey stated the judgment alliance had already made it clear that the PM need to not resign from his post. If the UML desires any explanation from the PM over anything, it can do so throughout your house conferences, Pandey said and included that the UML erred by looking for the PM's resignation. UML has actually lost its case in parliamentary politics, Pandey included. The UML has actually been obstructing proceedings in both Houses of the Parliament - the House of Representatives and the National Assembly - over PM Dahal's supposed remarks that Indian nationwide Pritam Singh had gone to New Delhi to make him the PM at least once.The PM has actually said that he was simply describing what Pritam Singh had told him about his desire to see him becoming the PM, but his remarks were blown out of proportion by the UML.The Socialist Front's four-member taskforce will have an uphill struggle preparing the blueprint of socialism with Nepali characteristics.Nepal's constitution states that Nepal is a socialism-oriented country however there are divergent views on socialism with some parties promoting the current model of federal government and other parties, especially the left parties, advocating more pro-poor programmes.Earlier JSP-N leader Rajendra Shrestha had actually told THT that the front would be devoted to federal democratic, inclusive and secular republican system.Formation of the Socialist Front is taken as an attempt by the constituent celebrations to increase their bargaining power in your home of Representatives.CPN-UML leaders have actually stated that they might support the Nepali Congress to form the brand-new federal government. NC leaders have, nevertheless, refused to break the existing coalition to form the next union with the UML.A version of this article appears in the print on July 9, 2023, of The Himalayan Times. CPN (United States) leader Rajendra Pandey told mediapersons after the meeting that a four-member taskforce of the front making up Rajendra Shrestha from the JSP-N, Khadga Bahadur Bishwakarma from the CPN, Pramesh Hamal from CPN (United States) and Dev Prasad Gurung from CPN-MC would prepare the blueprint of socialist policies with Nepali characteristics. The taskforce will likewise prepare a code of conduct which will assist the conduct of the constituent parties.The constituent celebrations' leading leaders will take turns to lead the front and this leadership will alter every 6 months, according to Pandey.
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KATHMANDU, JULY 8Toastmaster Johnson Shrestha was crowned the Regional Champion in the prominent World Championship of Public Speaking. This exceptional victory not only fills us with pride but likewise sheds light on the impressive development and impact of Toastmasters in Nepal, Toastmasters in Nepal said in the declaration released on Saturday.According to Toastmasters in Nepal, Shrestha's impressive performance at the district level contest of District 41 covering North India and Nepal propelled him to even higher heights, as he emerged victorious at the local level of Region 13, going beyond gifted individuals from across South Asia. This has secured him a well-deserved spot in the upcoming semi-finals, set to take place in the beautiful Bahamas this August.As the first agent from Nepal to grace this esteemed international platform and just the second participant from District 41, TM Johnson Shrestha has actually showcased an unequaled level of commitment, knowledge, and passion for the art of public speaking, Toastmaster in Nepal added. This likewise highlights the burgeoning skill and dedication of speakers in Nepal, showing the immense prospective our nation possesses in the world of public speaking and management.
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KATHMANDU, JULY 07The National Human Rights Commission has implemented the code of conduct for its members to enhance fairness, transparency, efficiency and quality in its activities in the protection, promo and implementation of human rights. This code of conduct specifically applies to NHRC members, including the chairperson. India's Modi is getting a state check out with Biden, however the glitz is shadowed by human rights issues Iga Swiatek tops Karolina Muchova in the French Open final for her 3rd prize in Paris, 4th Slam
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UML files writ against Koshi govt UML files writ against Koshi govt

KATHMANDU, JULY 07

The main opposition party CPN-UML today filed a writ petition at the Supreme Court against the newly formed government of Koshi Province, calling it 'unconstitutional'.

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The UML demanded that the process of appointing Uddhav Thapa of the Nepali Congress as the chief minister of Koshi yesterday be scrapped.

Supreme Court Spokesperson Bimal Paudel said the writ petition was registered today.

Uddhav Thapa of Nepali Congress, who submitted a letter of support with the signature of Koshi Speaker Baburam Gautam, was appointed the new chief minister by Province Chief of Koshi Parshuram Khapung yesterday.

In Koshi Province, there was confusion regarding formation of a new government after the province government led by the CPN-UML failed to win the vote of confidence last week.

There are 93 Province Assembly members - 40 with CPN-UML and 6 with Rastriya Prajatantra Party.

Thapa submitted the claim that he had majority, mentioning that the speaker of the Koshi province was also in his favour.

Stating that the constitution provides that the speaker can give his support only in case of equal votes, the UML objected that the appointment was contrary to the spirit of separation of powers and filed a writ petition at the Supreme Court on behalf of UML parliamentary party leader Hikmat Kumar Karki.

The writ petition states that although there is a provision for the chief minister to be appointed with the support of two or more parties according to Article 168 of the constitution, there is no provision for the support of the speaker.

According to Supreme Court Spokesperson Paudel, the situation is that a writ petition has been filed against the province head of Koshi, the present chief minister and the speaker of the PA."

"The issue raised in the writ petition is that since Hikmat Kumar Karki is the leader of the parliamentary party of the largest party, he claims that the Cabinet should be formed under his chairmanship."

The first hearing of the writ petition is scheduled for Sunday.

Earlier, the Office of the province head stated that Thapa had been appointed chief minister in accordance with article 168 (2) of the constitution.

Article 168 (2) of the constitution stipulates, in case there is no clear majority of any party in the Province Assembly, a member of the PA who can get majority with the support of two or more parties represented in the PA can be appointed chief minister.

The chief minister appointed in this way has to take a vote of confidence in the Province Assembly within 30 days.

Earlier, UML leader and former chief minister Hikmat Kumar Karki had got only 46 votes while taking the vote of confidence.

The shift at the Centre was responsible for the UML government losing its majority in Koshi.

After the Maoists sided with the Congress during the presidential election last February, the CPN-UML and the RPP left the Dahal-led government.

After the UML-Maoist alliance collapsed, the Congress-Maoist alliance was formed in the provinces along with the centre.

But considering that parties other than UML and RPP were not able to get majority in Koshi province, CPN-MC and JSP-N, which had allied with the opposition camp of UML at the centre, maintained their support for the government for a long time.

Thapa, who ousted Hikmat Karki to become chief minister, has the support of 13 CPN-MC lawmakers, including the speaker, four from CPN (US) Party and one of JSP-N.

A version of this article appears in the print on July 8, 2023, of The Himalayan Times.

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KATHMANDU, JULY 08Despite the essential right to tidy environment in the constitution, significant cities of Nepal, consisting of Kathmandu, have continually witnessed weakening air quality. Standard Chartered Bank partners with Contour to carry out a Blockchain understanding sharing session for Nepal Rastra Bank ' Nepal requires to have a sovereign credit score' The constitution has established the right of all Nepalis to live in a clean and healthy environment and created helpful policies including Environment Protection Act, Local Government Operation Act, Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC), Sustainable Development Goals (SDG), Periodic Plans, National Climate Change Policy, and Kathmandu Valley Air Quality Management Action Plan that aims to achieve clean air while lowering air pollution.But, on the other hand, Nepal's National Ambient Air Quality Standard defines 40µg/ m3 as the healthy limit for PM2.5 concentration whereas the global criteria according to WHO, for PM2.5 concentration, is 5µg/ m3.With such policy spaces and incorrect implementation, it is not surprising that major cities, including Kathmandu, have weakening air quality.According to the State of Global Air on Air Quality and Health of Cities 2022 report, 42,100 deaths were tape-recorded in Nepal, including 5,000 in Kathmandu in the year 2019. On an average, 222 deaths per 100,000 people in Nepal is due to air contamination, which is considerably greater than the global average (86 deaths per 100,000), adjusted for distinctions in age.Each Nepali was exposed to 83μg/ m3 emission in the year (2021 March to April) while the international typical emission was 42. It is since of this that Nepal is ranked world's top ten most susceptible countries in regards to air quality worldwide. Even more, air pollution level is high in the dry winter season. It is stated air contamination decreases life span in Nepal by 4.2 years (EPIC 2022). Despite this, very little has been done to suppress air contamination. The significant obstacles for better air quality management is bad networking among federal government stakeholders at the main, provincial and local levels, Dr Bhupendra Das, Air Quality Expert told THT. Other factors are inadequate practical research and consultations based policy which has actually hindered reliable execution, he said, Also, little attention is offered to air contamination. Insufficient spending plan, and less research study and advancement are also preventing elements. The majority of the fund generated by polluters pay concept, has remained unspent other than for some minor activities. According to health scientist, Achyut Raj Pandey, particle matter contamination determined as PM2.5 concentration in Nepal surpasses up to 15 times the WHO advised level. Based on WHO guideline, the yearly average of PM2.5 ought to not exceed 5 micrograms per cubic metre ( µg/ m3 )while Nepal has a typical yearly concentration level of 80 μg/ m3. If Nepal could fulfill the WHO interim target of reducing PM 2.5 level to 35 µg/ m3, Nepal might reduce premature deaths from air contamination by 67 per cent by 2030 (greater than any other SouthEast Asian Countries), which equals to 26,500 deaths prevented annually, stated Pandey. Particulate matter pollution is responsible for roughly 40,000 deaths in Nepal annually which is higher than the total deaths triggered by cigarette smoking (34,200 deaths), and high blood pressure (23,698), he stated, heart diseases (CVDs) are responsible for 46,500 deaths annually in Nepal, of which 14,102 deaths are associated with particle matter contamination. A version of this short article appears in the print on July 8, 2023, of The Himalayan Times. Short article 30 (1) of the constitution makes sure everyone will can live in a healthy and tidy environment.Likewise, 30 (2) specifies, The victim of environmental pollution and degradation shall deserve to be compensated by polluting companies as provided for by law. However, 222 deaths per 100,000 individuals in Nepal is due to air contamination.
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KATHMANDU, JULY 07The Supreme Court has actually quashed the writ petition submitted by Karnali residents versus GMR company and the federal government, but released an instruction order to the federal government informing it not to extend financial close time for the 900 megawatt Upper Karnali Hydel job as much delay has already occurred. UML files writ against Koshi govt The Supreme Court turns down Biden's strategy to clean away $400 billion in student loan debt
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