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14 dead as protests turn violent in Nepal over social media ban
Updated : 6 months, 4 weeks ago IST
The Gen Z protests in Kathmandu against corruption and the social media ban have left 14 dead, with many others injured. Hospitals are struggling to manage the large number of patients, and authorities say the identities of several deceased and injured people are yet to be confirmed.
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"Police are firing on the people, anti-corruption protests being suppresse
Updated : 6 months, 4 weeks ago IST
Protests erupted outside Kathmandu Parliament against Nepal's ban on Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, turning violent as police fired on demonstrators. Nine people died, and protestors vandalised the Parliament gate, with witnesses accusing authorities of indiscriminate firing and suppress
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Israel, India sign Bilateral Investment Agreement to boost economic ties
Updated : 6 months, 4 weeks ago IST
India and Israel signed a Bilateral Investment Agreement to boost reciprocal investments and economic cooperation. Israel is the first OECD member state to sign under India's new treaty model. The pact ensures investor protection and replaces the earlier 1996 agreement, terminated in 2017.
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Nine dead, curfew imposed in parts of Nepal as 'Gen Z' protest over social
Updated : 6 months, 4 weeks ago IST
Nepal Police said, "Nine people have lost their lives as protest turned violent in Kathmandu as people staged a massive protest against the ban on Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp and other social media sites, leading to clashes between police and protesters."
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BNM to strengthen partnership with UNPO to spotlight human rights abuses i
Updated : 6 months, 4 weeks ago IST
The Baloch National Movement (BNM) plans to deepen ties with UNPO after an online meeting. BNM highlighted human rights abuses and enforced disappearances in Balochistan, while UNPO pledged support. Earlier protests in the Netherlands called for justice for victims, urging global organisa
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Two 'Gen Z' protesters killed as police stop demonstrators from breaking i
Updated : 6 months, 4 weeks ago IST
The Kathmandu district administration office (DAO) declared the curfew from 12:30 PM to 10 PM on Monday. The Kathmandu Post reported that later restrictions were extended to cover the residences of the president, prime minister, and vice-president and Singha Durbar.
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"BJP leaders indulging in provocation": Karnataka CM after protests over s
Updated : 6 months, 4 weeks ago IST
Following the stone pelting incident during the Ganesh Idol immersion in Maddur town, Mandya, on Sunday, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said that the Bharatiya Janata Party is indulging in provocation and added that legal action will be taken against those involved, irrespective of th
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Baloch American Congress Prez slams Pakistan over human rights violations,
Updated : 6 months, 4 weeks ago IST
President of the Baloch American Congress, Dr Tara Chand Baloch, has launched a scathing attack on Pakistan's judiciary and intelligence agencies, accusing them of gross violations of human rights against the Baloch people.
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Nepal: One killed, dozens injured in 'Gen Z' protest as police use teargas
Updated : 6 months, 4 weeks ago IST
A Gen Z protester has reportedly died and several others have been injured as nationwide demonstrations against government corruption and the recent social media ban intensified, particularly in Kathmandu's New Baneshwor and Damak in Jhapa district on Monday, as reported by The Himalayan
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Nepal: Massive Protests break out in Kathmandu over corruption, social med
Updated : 6 months, 4 weeks ago IST
Massive protests led by Generation Z demonstrators erupted in Kathmandu on Monday against corruption allegations against the government and the recent ban on several major social media platforms, The Kathmandu Post reported.
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"Will support candidate who will stand to uphold spirit of the Constitutio
Updated : 6 months, 4 weeks ago IST
Speaking to reporters, Siva said, "The activities of NDA are against secularism, federalism, and they are infringing upon the rights...So we want to protest against that and we will support the candidate who will stand to uphold the spirit of the constitution..."
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"Fight between Constitution believers and ideology bad for country's polit
Updated : 6 months, 4 weeks ago IST
Speaking to ANI, Rai said, "The preparations are strong. Everyone should have an idea of our party's strength. I also express my gratitude to the (SP) National President for making the decision to support a candidate who will prove to be the most suitable for that position. This fight is bet
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