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2008-07-30T21:58:00.000-07:00

Ganga of famous Ganga-Jamuna twins dies

One of Ganga-Jamuna twins who were born with conjoined heads and separated through an extremely complex surgery in Singapore eight years ago has died in the capital Tuesday.

Seven-year-old Ganga KC breathed her last at Kathmandu Model Hospital on Tuesday at around 11 am while undergoing treatment for a severe chest infection, Kantipur Daily reported.

Dr Basanta Panta, neurosurgeon at the hospital, said that Ganga, who was suffering from a serious bout of pneumonia and meningitis, had been admitted at the Intensive Care Unit (IC) of the hospital on Monday after she had breathing problems. The doctors at the hospital had put her on a ventilator as she was unconscious and had difficulty in breathing due to pneumonia.

Dr Pant had been treating the twins since they were brought to Kathmandu from Singapore after undergoing a successful surgery to separate their fused heads.

A team of 16 doctors led by neurosurgeon Kith Goh of Singapore General Hospital had conducted a marathon 90-hours surgery to separate the twins in 2001. They were aged 11 months at the time of the surgery.

As the separation surgery was extremely complex, the case hit international headlines during that time.

Ganga and Jamuna were living with their parents in Kathmandu since their return from Singapore।
nepalnews.com ag July 30 08

Cricket Info

2008-07-29T19:34:00.000-07:00

Nepal enters semis:

Nepali team celebrating their victory over Singapore, in the quarter-finals of ACC Trophy Elite Cup Cricket, on Monday, July 28 08. Nepal continued its winning spree Monday thrashing Singapore by 6 wickets to confirm the semis berth in the ACC Trophy Elite Cup Cricket Tournament being held in Malaysia.
Again with same improved batting and disciplined bowling, Nepali players tamed Singaporeans for the way to semifinal of the tournament.
Batting first after winning the toss at the Kinara Oval, Singapore struggled to 155-9 in 50 overs. Mehmboob alam had a spell of 10-3-25-3, Shakti Gauchan took 2-17 off 10 overs. Paras Khadka, Raj Kumar Pradhan and Basanta Regmi claimed one wicket each.
Chasing the victory target of 156 runs, Nepal were in reeling pressure when they lost 3 wickets when the score was just 39 at board. But, Solid partnership between Paras Khadka and Shakti Gauchan saw Nepal securing the place in semis. Paras scored not out 71 runs while Shakti contributed not out 30. Paras was named the man of the match.
Nepal will play its last league match against Kuwait.

nepalnews.com

Nepal

2008-05-29T19:24:00.001-07:00

Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal (FDRON)

By Yuvraj/Ghanashyam/Bishnu

KATHMANDU, May 29 - Nepal has become a Federal Democratic Republic from today after the Constituent Assembly overwhelmingly voted for abolition of the country’s 240-year-old monarchy.

“I declare that the proposal tabled by the government for implementation of a republic has been passed as 560 members out of 564 present today voted in favor of the proposal and 4 against,” announced meeting chairman Kul Bahadur Gurung after a division vote late Wednesday night.

Only royalist Rastriya Prajatantra Party-Nepal members voted against the proposal.

Home Minister Krishna Prasad Sitaula tabled the proposal for a republic at Wednesday’s CA meeting. The proposal said, “Nepal has turned into an independent, indivisible, secular, inclusive, federal democratic republic with sovereignty and state authority vested in the people.”

The proposal further said that the former king and royal family members shall no longer enjoy any rights and privileges other than those of common Nepali citizens.

The CA also instructed the government to make sure that Gyanendra Shah and his family leave Narayanhity Royal Palace within the next 15 days. The meeting instructed the government to make necessary arrangements for the safety of all property inside the palace.

The government shall make all necessary arrangements for utilizing all the heritage inside the palace in the national interest including for setting up a historical museum.

The proposal states that all constitutional provisions, laws, administrative rules and arrangements at variance with the proposal have been scrapped.

A second sitting of the CA passed a separate bill to amend the Interim Constitution and make new arrangements for a president as head of state. Through addition of part 4 (A) in the Interim Constitution, it says that the second meeting of the CA will provide for a president as head of state. The president will be supreme commander in chief of the army and will perform other duties as determined by the constitution. The president will mobilize the army upon the cabinet’s recommendation.

The president will remain in office until the CA promulgation of a new constitution. S/he will remain as patron of the constitution and will also abide by the constitution. The president can impose emergency rule upon recommendation of the cabinet. Two thirds of CA members can remove him/her from office through impeachment.

The amendment also provides for a vice-president.

The parties, after more than 10 hours of negotiations ultimately agreed to amend the constitution and provide for a constitutional president but the presidents’ powers and duties are yet to be finalized.

The meeting was convened about ten hours later than the scheduled time.

The parties, however, could not finalize the names of 26 members to be nominated by the cabinet. “Another bill will be presented in the near future to bring in other provisions on election procedures and the powers and duties of the president,” Sitaula said.

The meeting also declared that Nepal will mark Jesth 15 (in the Nepali calendar) as Republic Day every year and extended tributes to the martyrs whose sacrifices have brought the country to the present stage.

Dream came true

Addressing the meeting before tabling the formal proposal for implementation of a republic, Prime Minister Girija Prasad Koirala said this was an epoch-making day in Nepal’s history. He said his past remark—that a day comes once in an era — came true the moment Nepal entered a republican phase. “The dream of the Nepali people has come true today,” the 84-year-old Koirala said at the meeting.

Koirala said one of his biggest responsibilities was now over but another huge responsibility had come upon the shoulders of CA members, a responsibility towards the martyrs, orphans and widows who made their sacrifice for a stable, peaceful, democratic and prosperous Nepal.

“We have arrived at this stage only after removing several hurdles, so what we have achieved today is Nepal’s greatest asset,” said Koirala. “So we should preserve and work together not only until a new constitution is framed but also until there is a complete transformation of the country into a fully democratic country.

2008-05-26T19:50:00.000-07:00

Trekking in Nepal

2008-05-05T23:15:00.001-07:00

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CLASSIC treks

Everest Base Camp

This trek is deservedly one of the most popular in Nepal. It offers an insight into the lives and culture of the famous Sherpa people combined with a journey into some of the most breathtaking scenery in the world. We will trek through the heart of the Khumbu to Namche Bazaar and the beautiful village of Khumjung. Buddhist Monasteries, mani stones and chortens all add a spiritual feel to this spectacular mountain environment of Himalayan giants: Kangteiga, Ama Dablam, Kwangde, Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse and Tawachee, none under 6000m high. Our rate of ascent has been carefully planned to maximise acclimatisation in preparation for the ascent of Kala Pattar. The sunrise on the snow capped peaks above the Khumbu Glacier is an unforgettable sight as we wend our way along the edge of the glacier to Gorak Shep. From here the bare summit of Kala Pattar will be pointed out, a mere 'pimple' dwarfed by the towering crags of 7,855m Pumo Ri. The effort required to reach the summit is worth every breath! Below, the Khumbu glacier stretches back towards Lobuche. Across the mass of ice, towers Nuptse and Everest....a worthy goal indeed!

This trek is one for the mountain connoisseur and the lover of high places. To see the worlds highest mountain is what many dreams are made of. It is a tough proposition and not to be taken lightly. Although trails are generally well graded there is a rough section along the Khumbu glacier. Beyond Namche ascents are not particularly steep though the effects of altitude may make them feel a lot steeper! It is suitable for reasonably fit people who are used to walking in the British hills and is a reasonable proposition for a first trek in Nepal.

Our guides are from the village of Khumjung nestled beneath the sacred peak of Khumbila. Many have summitted Everest (at least once!) and all are experienced mountain guides who have accompanied many famous expeditions on 8000m peaks. By trekking with a local guide you will get a very special insight into the Himalayan environment and local culture. You will also be helping them to directly better their lives and support us in our assistance for the education of guides children.

'I cannot praise our Sirdar and guide enough, they were both excellent and made the trek a very special journey indeed. They were great hosts and we learnt a lot from them both. It was great to have such a knowledgeable and helpful Sirdar - he was excellent!! In addition, the flexibility of trek was very good, as a group we decided to fly back to Kathmandu one day early, and this was accommodated brilliantly! The guys really know what they are doing ' R Pitt

' Both Kanchha and Maila were superb on all fronts, and always sincerely out to make sure we derived the maximum out of our trek. They're both extremely personable and can take 'stick' as well as dealing it out! They contributed significantly to the enjoyment of the trek. Drinking chang at Kanchha's house on the way back was representative of how hospitable they were, and was one of the highlights of the trek.' G Mills

Trek grade - moderate/demanding.
Maximum altitude - 4930m Lobuche, 5545m Kala Pattar
Accommodation - lodges on trek, 4 nights Hotel Yak and Yeti, Kathmandu. Full board on trek, breakfast only Kathmandu
Group size - minimum 2, maximum 12

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Fixed date group departures for 2008 - from £895 per person.

EBC 108 - 22 Feb - 12 Mar

EBC 208 - 14 Mar - 2 Apr

EBC 308 - 26 Sept - 15 Oct

EBC 408 - 7 Nov - 26 Nov

EBC 508 - 19 Dec - 07 Jan

We arrange many tailormade lodge trek departures or private treks - go at your own pace, take a detour and really meet the local people in a small group.

A classic trek into the heart of the Khumbu

Outline itinerary

Day 1 - Depart UK

Day 2 - Arr Kathmandu

Day 3 - Kathmandu sightseeing

Day 4 - fly to Lukla, trek to Monjo

Day 5 - Namche Bazaar

Day 6 - Namche/Khumjung

Day 7 - Khumjung

Day 8 - Tengboche

Day 9 - Dingboche

Day 10 - Dingboche

Day 11 - Lobuche

Day 12 - Ascend Kala Pattar/Gorak Shep

Day 13 - Visit Base Camp/Lobuche/Pheriche

Day 14 - Phortse

Day 15 - Khumjung

Day 16 - Phakding

Day 17 - Lukla

Day 18 - fly to Kathmandu

Day 19 - Kathmandu

Day 20 - Depart

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Respected Position for G.P. Koirala

2008-05-05T23:10:00.000-07:00

‘Respectable’ role for Koirala: Maoists

Kantipur Report

KATHMANDU, May 5 - CPN-Maoist is ready to provide Prime Minister and President of Nepali Congress Girija Prasad Koirala the role of 'guardian'.

Maoist Chairman Prachanda, accompanied by another senior leader Dr Baburam Bhattarai, during a meeting with PM Koirala on Sunday, expressed commitment to provide the latter a 'respectable' role in future.

"We honor Koirala for his role in the past and we feel that his role will not be complete until the drafting of a new constitution," Dr Bhattarai told the Post.

NC leaders, during the meeting proposed that Koirala be given a respectful position in future.

"The NC leaders didn't formally propose any position for Koirala," Dr Bhattarai said.

Asked if the Maoists are ready to recognize Koirala as the next president, he said, "We are much concerned that two power centers will exist with the appointment of Koirala as president. It will further create confusion as we will be going through a critical period while drafting a new constitution."

He however said Koirala can exercise political and moral authority.

"We are still consulting with other political parties on the type of respectful position through which he (Koirala) can exercise political and moral authority," he said, adding, "But the executive authority must stay with the Maoists according to people's verdict."

He said all political parties can form a high-level mechanism to guide the government and Koirala can work as its head. "It is just an alternative but we are open to more discussion and are not rigid. But there should not two power centers in future," he said.

During the meeting, Prachanda urged Koirala to call a meeting of seven political parties soon. The PM responded saying he would soon call the meeting after consultations with other political parties.

Prachanda also said the first meeting of the Constituent Assembly should implement the federal republic in the country besides the formation of a new government.

"A meeting of all political parties following the seven-party meeting will discuss the formation of a new government and a position for Koirala," said Dr Bhattarai. Maoists will soon hold separate meetings with UML and other political parties on issues pertaining to the formation of a new government and implementation of the republic agenda.

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Poem 6 months ago on Nepalese political scenario

2008-04-20T21:37:00.000-07:00

Poem sent to BBC from which a part was broadcasted .
Nepali Unicode needed to read the poem.

बुढी आमाको व्यथा:

उहिले मेरो घरमा एउटा जोगी आयो

विश्‍वास गर मलाई, सर्वस्व दिन्छु भन्यो

विश्‍वास गरेँ मैले उसका प्रत्येक आश्‍वासन

जोगीको विरोध गर्ने म, उल्टै भक्त बनेँ

तर, त्यो जोगी बिदा भयो

उसको वचन मिथ्या भयो

मलाई मात्र होइन परिवारलाई नै दुःख दिइ

कोट्ट्याउँदा आलो रगत आउने घाउ दिएर गयो ॥१॥

दिन पर दिन त्यस्ता जोगी आउँदै गए

पूरा परिवारले विश्‍वास गर्दै गयौं

तिम्रो परिवारको भविष्य बनाउँछु भन्नेहरू

आफ्नै भाषा फेर्न थाले

जोगी पिच्छेका कुरा पत्याउँदै गइयो

एक दिन पहिलेको जोगीलाई नपत्याउ भनेर

आठ-आठ जोगी आए, अनि आठै थरीका कुरा गरे

पछि सबैले एकै भएको नाटक पनि गरे

कुन्नि कसका आँखा लाग्यो हाम्रो परिवारमा,

विभिन्न जोगीका कुरा पत्याउने क्रममा

घरमा झगडा हुन थाल्यो

सबैलाई भाग चाहिन थाल्यो

आठ जोगी सात भएछन् बरू

तर, हाम्रो परिवार चिरा-चिरा भयो

दशौं चिराहरू भए, सङ्ख्या गन्नै गाह्रो भयो ॥२॥

एउटा भन्छ तँ काले, अर्को भन्छ तँ गोरे

एउटा भन्छ तँ चुच्चे, अर्को भन्छ तँ नेप्टे

एउटा भन्छ पूर्व, अर्को भन्छ पश्‍चिम

अर्को भन्छ उत्तर, अर्को भन्छ दक्षिण

कोही भन्छन् माथि जाउँ, कोही भन्छन् उछिट्याउँ

वैमनस्यताले शिखर छोयो, सबैलाई अंशबण्डा चाहिन थाल्यो

म बुढी आमा कसको पक्ष लिउँ?

मिलाउँछु भन्दा बादबिवाद झन बढ्न थाल्यो

म झन थल्लिँदै जान थालेँ

तिमीलाई क्यान्सर भयो भनेर

नजिककाले मात्र होइन टाढाकाले पनि भन्न थाले

डाक्टरकहाँ म गए, उसले मनोरोग लेखिदियो

सबै परिवार मिलेमा रोग निको हुन्छ भनिदियो

यो सुनेर मिलौंला त भन्न थाले,

तर मिल्ने काम चाहिँ गर्दै गरेनन्

आज म बुढीको जिउभर घाउ भएको छ,

मलाई देश दुख्‍न थालेको छ ॥३॥

अब म भन्छु, जोगीका कुरा नपत्याउ

मिल्न नसके झगडा पनि नगराउ

मेरो देश नदुखाउ

थला पर्दा पानी खुवाउने कोही छैन,

व्यथा बुझ्ने कसले मेरो?

हे ईश्‍वर तिमि नै आएर

मेरा सन्ततिलाई बुद्धि दिइ

उनीहरूको झगडा मिलाइदेऊ ॥४॥

- सुषमा खनाल “ग्रसित”

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Nepal- Political Scenario

2008-04-16T23:34:00.000-07:00

Nepal,
a unique country having unique flag and unique peace process and known all over the world nowadays by this things. Its land of Gautam Buddha and is admired for its beauty and natural heritage it possess.

Poltitical Scenario:

Although its a kingdom until now, but is oriented towards presidential rule. The current political scenario also supports the same thing. With Maoists leading towards victory, there is almost 99.99% probability of presidential rule in Nepal with different states prevailing.

Its also unique fact about Nepal- a Party which just came out from jungle towards the peace process bagged the majority sears from peaceful election which is a milestone in world's history and there is more to learn from this fact. This victory teaches jungle is only the way but not the destination. "Bullet is a means but ballet is the end."