Nepal lifts social media ban after deadly protests and government crackdown
Anti-corruption protests in Nepal defied an indefinite curfew and the government’s social media ban, following violent clashes that resulted in 19 deaths and over 100 injuries. The protests, mainly led by young people, continue in Kathmandu and other cities, reflecting widespread frustration with government corruption and economic issues. The government has lifted the social media ban and promised investigations into the violence, while India monitors the situation closely.