Nepal lifts ban on social media after violent protests that left 19 dead, over 300 injured

In a significant development, the Nepal government announced that it has withdrawn its earlier decision to ban social media sites in the country after violent protests by the Gen Z left at least 19 people dead and over 300 others injured. Making the announcement, Nepal Minister for Communication, Information and Broadcasting Prithvi Subba Gurung said that the government has withdrawn its earlier decision to ban social media sites following an emergency meeting of the Cabinet.

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