Beijing: Nepal has handed over the printing of its 1,000-rupee denomination currency notes to China and the first batch of the new notes has been “safely delivered” to the country, according to state media reports in Beijing on Wednesday.
The first batch of 28.4 billion rupees in Nepal’s highest denomination, printed by China Banknote Printing and Minting Corporation (CBPM), was delivered on January 16, CCTV News reported.
The new banknotes were safely transported to Nepal from Nanchang in southeast China’s Jiangxi province within five months of it giving a contract to the Chinese corporation.
CBPM, a state-owned company under the direct leadership of the People’s Bank of China, earned the contract to print 200 million 1,000-rupee notes in August 2016.
Li Zheng, general manager of Nanchang Banknote Printing Company, a branch of CBPM, said the whole printing process was localised, including materials and technology.
The notes were printed in the same workshop as Chinese RMB are produced, state-run People’s Daily reported.
“The printing of the notes requires precise anti-counterfeiting and design technology, while their successful delivery indicated China’s high standards for banknote printing and minting,” the report said.
China itself faces serious problems of counterfeit notes with regular complaints about fake money, especially drawn money from ATMs.
source :tickticknews
Nigam poudel
These are my own words, based on my own ideology over Politics in Nepal. We, nepalese always think politics is just a dirty game. And the politicians are stupid, illiterate and corrupt.
The politics of Nepal was not brought from US or England. It was developed and practiced hundreds year ago within our own native land. Many legends had given their life in the name of the nation. Our martyrs were hanged and killed by the autocrats. Many patriot died in different revolution of the nation. Many politicians, too have struggled so hard. They had been jailed. Some of their tongue has been cut and given a lot of pain. And even some of the nepalese politicians had a good role in making India independence from English regimes. We are proud today, we are Gorkhas just because of our legends of the history.
But, today’s politicians are not the politicians. They just play the game over us. Fights, not for the nation but for the chair, post and money. They are all corrupt. A good politician is the guardian of their citizen. So, every citizen must be aware of the situation of his/her nation. But what we do is, mostly the youths, ‘I don’t have interest over politics. I just hate it. That isn’t my concern.’ But NO, you can’t do this. I’m not telling you to keep interest over politics. What I mean is you are a citizen of your nation so, if you fight for your right? First, think of your duty towards your nation. At least, you must be concern about what’s going on? We are the futures of our nation. If not us, who? And my theme is, the country’s situation isn’t the politics.
And politics is not just parties. Politics is the practice and theory of influencing other people on a civic or individual level. Acc to Aristotle, Politics is the science of good sense applied to public affairs or affairs of the state. And the political party is an association of like minded people having the common political objectives or aims, programs and principals or political ideology. Thank you!
Good news, fellow humans: The United Nations has decided to take on killer robots.
At the international Convention on Conventional Weapons in Geneva, 123 participating nations voted to initiate official discussions on the danger of lethal autonomous weapons systems. That’s the emerging designation for so-called “killer robots” — weapons controlled by artificial intelligence that can target and strike without human intervention.
The agreement is the latest development in a growing movement calling for an preemptive ban on weaponized A.I. and deadly autonomous weapons. Last year, a coalition of more than 1,000 scientists and industry leaders, including Elon Musk and representatives of Google and Microsoft, signed an official letter to the United Nations demanding action.
The UN decision is significant in that it calls for formal discussions on the issue in 2017. In high-level international deliberations, the move from “informal” to “formal” represents a real step forward, said Stephen Goose, arms director of Human Rights Watch and a co-founder of the Campaign to Stop Killer Robots.
“In essence, they decided to move from the talk shop phase to the action phase, where they are expected to produce a concrete outcome,” Goose said in an email exchange with Seeker.
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It’s widely acknowledged that military agencies around the world are already developing lethal autonomous weapons. In August, Chinese officials disclosed that the country is exploring the use of A.I. and automation in its next generation of cruise missiles.
“China’s plans for weapons and artificial intelligence may be terrifying, but no more terrifying than similar efforts by the U.S., Russia, Israel, and others,” Goose said. “The U.S. is farther along in this field than any other nation. Most advanced militaries are pursuing ever-greater autonomy in weapons. Killer robots would come in all sizes and shapes, including deadly miniaturized versions that could attack in huge swarms, and would operate from the air, from the ground, from the sea, and underwater.”
The core issue in regard to these weapons systems concerns human agency, Goose said.
“The key thing distinguishing a fully autonomous weapon from an ordinary conventional weapon, or even a semi-autonomous weapon like a drone, is that a human would no longer be deciding what or whom to target and when to pull the trigger,” he said.
“The weapon system itself, using artificial intelligence and sensors, would make those critical battlefield determinations. This would change the very nature of warfare, and not for the betterment of humankind.”
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Goose said that pressure from the science and industry leaders, including some rather apocalyptic warnings from Stephen Hawking, helped spur the UN into action.
“The scientific community appears quite unified in opposing the development of fully autonomous weapons,” he said. “They worry that pursuit of fully autonomous weapons will damage the reputation of the AI community and make it more difficult to move forward with beneficial AI efforts.”
Aside from the obvious danger of killer robots gone rogue, the very development of such systems could lead to a “robotic arms race” that threatens international stability, Goose said.
“The dangers of fully autonomous weapons are foreseeable, and we should take action now to prevent potentially catastrophic future harm to civilians, to soldiers, and to the planet.”
Jan 3, 2017- The Supreme Court has cleared the way for the government to table the second constitution amendment bill in Parliament for deliberation by declining to issue an interim order against the preparations to forward the proposal.
A division bench of Chief Justice Sushila Karki and Justice Ishwor Prasad Khatiwada on Monday declined to issue an interim order against the government’s move to amend the constitution citing the principle of separation of powers. The court said that it would not be judicious to prevent Parliament from using its “wisdom” in the legislation process.
Responding to two writ petitions filed separately by Advocate Tikadhwaj Khadka and five others including Bishnu Bahadur Raut, the bench said Parliament is solely authorized to make and amend laws.
“Fundamentally, the state organ authorized to formulate laws after holding discussion on the bills is Parliament,” read the verdict. “As per the principle of separation of powers as well as the principle, norms and provisions adopted by the constitution, Parliament reserves the right to examine and determine the appropriateness of the bill as per the constitution.”
Petitioners had demanded the amendment bill be withdrawn without delay claiming that the government’s move was against the letter and spirit of the constitution. They argued that the bill contradicts Article 274 (4) and should be invalid. As per the provision, consent of the concerned provincial assembly is required while redrawing their boundaries.
The bill registered in the Parliament Secretariat seeks to revise the boundaries of some provinces. The CPN-UML vehemently opposes the move and has been organizing protest programmes across the country to press the ruling parties to withdraw the bill.
The petitioners also argued that the government should follow the provision of Article 295 in resolving the boundary debate. The article states that the government can constitute a federal commission to settle issues of provincial boundaries.
The court rules that it would be prudent to consider all the provisions while amending as well as implementing the constitution.
The apex court, however, has cautioned that if the laws formulated are inconsistent with the constitution, the court could declare them unacceptable through judicial review.
“The verdict should be taken as interpretation of the constitution to act in the spirit of the constitution,” said Advocate Govinda Bandi. He argued that the verdict has set the criteria for amendment and implementation of the constitution. “The court said that the constitutional provision should be understood in its entirety, not in part. The amendment proposal should also be taken in the same way.”
The apex court says
– It is not judicious to prevent Parliament from using its wisdom in formulation of legislation.
– Fundamentally, the state organ authorized to formulate laws after holding discussions on bills is Parliament.
– As per the principle of separation of powers as well as the principle, norms and provisions adopted by the constitution, Parliament reserves the right to examine and determine the appropriateness of the bill as per the constitution.
Jan 3, 2017- Police have recovered 14 idols and two conch shells that were stolen from the Chandannath temple in Khalanga, the district headquarters of Jumla, on November 26.
The idols were found scattered at Rokayawada, Depalgaun-3 in Jumla. Local Maya Giri had spotted the idols on the road at 5am on Tuesday. She had then asked her relative to inform the police about the idols.
Twenty-eight idols, including that of the main deity Dattatreya, were stolen from the Chandannath temple in Khalanga on November 26. Some of the stolen idols are believed to be as old as 1,400 years. Chandannath, a revered Hindu temple, is a major tourist attraction in the Karnali region. It is said that Chandannath Baba, an ascetic, had brought various idols and installed them at the temple in 1855.
Taking the pill doesn’t just prevent pregnancy—hormonal birth control can also clear up a woman’s skin, make periods less painful, and affect mood. And now, a new study says the type of birth control a woman uses can impact how often a couple has sex.
Women who felt the most committed to their relationships had the most sex when they were on birth control with higher levels of progestin and lower levels of a form of estrogen called estradiol. On the other hand, women who felt less loyal to their partners had the most sex when they took birth control with lower levels of progestin and higher levels of estrogen.
The hormonal differences only influenced frequency of intercourse—and not oral sex, masturbation, or sexual fantasies.
health.com
Youth Speak Forum is a premier event that brings together both young and senior leaders to form a diverse cross-sector and multi-generational space for inspiring conversations around pressing global issues.
The forum aims to create an environment where people from diverse backgrounds can cross-pollinate ideas, share insights and gain new perspectives to create actionable outcomes to push the world forward.
This is made possible by taking the delegates through a unique and interactive framework of Inspire, Engage and Act. At the end of the day, the delegates get to attend a workshop which is held by experts in the various fields. The workshops are held under Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Employment, and Politics.
After that delegates get to make a project for AIESEC Nepal and their efforts to help AIESEC Nepal in completion of the projects are recognized by the issue of certificates. The projects are based on the sustainable development goals and are created for the organization’s Global Exchange Program, where students from other countries come down to Nepal to work on these.
The Youth Speak Forum of AIESEC Nepal focuses on certain sustainable development goals. The speakers for the day will give more clarity on these goals in relation to the communities in Nepal.
The main topic for the Youth Speak Forum will be based on the theme of SDG’s: Quality education, Gender equality. The Speakers are:
Key Note Speakers
Workshop Speakers
Youth Speak Forum has partnered with we inspire Nepal, White Butterfly, Coca-Cola, Teach for Nepal, Empowerment Academy, Youth Thinkers Society, Plan International Nepal, and VSO Project Implementation Manager.
APLS is supported by:
Airline Partner = Cathey Dragon
Title Sponsor = Coca-Cola
Promoting Partner = Nepal Tourism Board
Club Night Partner = Carlsberg
Logistics Partner = Tandan Furniture Udhyog
Media Partner = Himalayan Television
Online Partner:
himalpost.com, nagarikaawaj.com, Voice of shangrila (Radio Adelaide, south Australia) , Nepalivision (Monthly newspaper Australia )
More than 100 participants registered till date. At the event 150 students, guests, panels and different delegate will be gathered at the Conference hall of Dhulikhel Lodge Resort.
The registration link is: https://aiesecinnepal.typeform.com/to/tUMfUL
Youth Speak Forum will be held:
Date: 30th November, 2016
Time: 09:00-17:30
Venue: Kathmandu University, Dhulikhel
Youth Speak Forum is a premier event that brings together both young and senior leaders to form a diverse cross-sector and multi-generational space for inspiring conversations around pressing global issues.
The forum aims to create an environment where people from diverse backgrounds can cross-pollinate ideas, share insights and gain new perspectives to create actionable outcomes to push the world forward.
This is made possible by taking the delegates through a unique and interactive framework of Inspire, Engage and Act. At the end of the day, the delegates get to attend a workshop which is held by experts in the various fields. The workshops are held under Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Employment, and Politics.
After that delegates get to make a project for AIESEC Nepal and their efforts to help AIESEC Nepal in completion of the projects are recognized by the issue of certificates. The projects are based on the sustainable development goals and are created for the organization’s Global Exchange Program, where students from other countries come down to Nepal to work on these.
The Youth Speak Forum of AIESEC Nepal focuses on certain sustainable development goals. The speakers for the day will give more clarity on these goals in relation to the communities in Nepal.
The main topic for the Youth Speak Forum will be based on the theme of SDG’s: Quality education, Gender equality. The Speakers are:
Key Note Speakers
1. Alok Kholi (Coca- Cola, Country directory)
2. Shisir Khanal (Teach for Nepal, Founder and CEO Teach For Nepal)
Workshop Speakers
1. Umes Shrestha & Abhisekh Maskey (Empowerment Academy)
2. Chewan Rai (Youth Thinkers Society, CEO)
3. Sheeram KC (Plan International Nepal, communication manager)
4. Suran Maharjan (VSO, Project Implementation Manager (ICS))
Youth Speak Forum has partnered with we inspire Nepal, White Butterfly, Coca-Cola, Teach for Nepal, Empowerment Academy, Youth Thinkers Society, Plan International Nepal, and VSO Project Implementation Manager.
APLS is supported by:
Airline Partner = Cathey Dragon
Title Sponsor = Coca-Cola
Promoting Partner = Nepal Tourism Board
Club Night Partner = Carlsberg
Logistics Partner = Tandan Furniture Udhyog
Media Partner = Himalayan Television
Online Partner:
himalpost.com, nagarikaawaj.com, Voice of shangrila (Radio Adelaide, south Australia) , Nepalivision (Monthly newspaper Australia )
More than 100 participants registered till date. At the event 150 students, guests, panels and different delegate will be gathered at the Conference hall of Dhulikhel Lodge Resort.
The registration link is: https://aiesecinnepal.typeform.com/to/tUMfUL
Youth Speak Forum will be held:
Date: 30th November, 2016
Time: 09:00-17:30
Venue: Kathmandu University, Dhulikhel
While the ASIA PACIFIC LEADERS SUMMIT has already taken place in several locations worldwide, it will be the first one in Nepal in November 30 2016 to December 4 2016 in Dhulikhel Lodge Resort. APLS brings in young leaders from 24 countries together across Asia Pacific and opens a conversation between a cross section of youth, development professionals and business leaders with the intention of inciting social change. The main objective of the program is to become a touch point between LCP (Local Committee President) current and Elect of AP(Asia Pacific) and AIESEC International which will help them plan, what to vision and how to execute their plans and how to shape their Local Committee in align with AIESEC 2020.
Among those 5 days, November 30 is the prime day for APLS, because of YOUTH SPEAK FORUM. The Youth Speak Forum is the place where youths will gather and engage in discussing about the results of the survey and facilitate to develop a project they want to work on to have an impact on their societies. Linked to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) that the UN has formulated and, aims to achieve until the year 2030, the Youth Speak Forum is a unique way to give the youth not only a power to the voice — but also the chance to act. The initiative Youth for Global Goals which is powered by AIESEC, aims to achieve the leadership potential of young people around the world by engaging and mobilizing them through purposeful and cross-cultural projects around the globe. All projects are designed to support the implementation of the SDGs.
The main topic for the Youth Speak Forum will be based on the theme of SDG’s: Quality education, Gender equality. The Speakers are:
Key Note Speakers
1. Alok Kholi (Coca- Cola, Country directory)
2. Shisir Khanal (Teach for Nepal, Founder and CEO Teach For Nepal)
Workshop Speakers
1. Umes Shrestha & Abhisekh Maskey (Empowerment Academy)
2. Chewan Rai (Youth Thinkers Society, CEO)
3. Sheeram KC (Plan International Nepal, communication manager)
4. Suran Maharjan (VSO, Project Implementation Manager (ICS))
Youth Speak Forum has partnered with we inspire Nepal, White Butterfly, Coca-Cola, Teach for Nepal, Empowerment Academy, Youth Thinkers Society, Plan International Nepal, and VSO Project Implementation Manager.
APLS is supported by Coca-Cola, Gorkha Brewery, and Tandan Furniture Udhyog. Online Partner himalpost.com., nagarikaawaj.com, Voice of shangrila (Radio Adelaide , south Australia ) , Nepalivision (Monthly newspaper Australia )
More than 100 participants registered till date. At the event 150 students, guests, panels and different delegate will be gathered at the Conference hall of Dhulikhel Lodge Resort.
The registration link is: https://aiesecinnepal.typeform.com/to/tUMfUL
Youth Speak Forum will be held:
Date: 30th November, 2016
Time: 08:30-17:30
Venue: Dhulikhel Lodge Resort, Dhulikhel