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Supreme Court Rift Deepens as Officials Snub Acting Chief Justice Malla S Order

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- Nepal's acting Chief Justice Sapana Pradhan Malla ordered registration of a writ petition against Justice Manoj Kumar Sharma's recommendation as chief justice on May 8, 2026.
- The court administration failed to register the petition, reportedly influenced by Sharma.
- The Constitutional Council recommended Sharma on May 7, 2026, deviating from the seniority tradition.
- The Nepal Bar Association expressed concerns over obstruction of justice.
- Sharma is expected to be appointed by President Ramchandra Paudel before the end of the week.
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