14 Killed in protests in Nepal over social media ban
2 days ago
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- At least 14 people killed and dozens injured in Nepal during protests over social media ban.
- Protests led by youths, including school students, under the banner of Gen Z, demanding revocation of the ban.
- Violence erupted when protesters entered Parliament complex, leading to police using batons, tear gas, and rubber bullets.
- Army deployed in Kathmandu to control the situation; curfew imposed in several parts of the capital.
- Government banned 26 social media sites, including Facebook, WhatsApp, X, Instagram, and YouTube, citing lack of registration.
- Protesters and critics argue the ban threatens free speech and could lead to censorship.
- Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli defended the ban, calling protesters 'puppets' and emphasizing compliance with the law.
- Journalists and the Computer Association of Nepal (CAN) criticized the ban, highlighting its negative impact on education, business, and digital progress.