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Nepal Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak resigns from post after worst violence i
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Nepal Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak resigned following violent protests against corruption and a social media ban that left 19 people dead. Curfews were imposed in Kathmandu, Butwal, Bhairahawa, and Itahari to control unrest and prevent further gatherings, rallies, and protests.
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Death toll rises to 19 in Nepal's 'Gen Z' protest, highest since 2006 move
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
At least 19 protestors were killed in Nepal as security forces fired on demonstrations against social media bans and government corruption. The National Human Rights Commission urged restraint, fair treatment for victims, and peaceful protests, calling the use of excessive force "regretta
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18 killed, 200 injured as Nepal protests against social media ban turn vio
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Protests against Nepal's social media ban turned violent, leaving 18 dead and over 200 injured. Demonstrators clashed with security forces across Kathmandu and other cities, prompting curfews in several areas. Hospitals struggled to treat the injured, and authorities are yet to confirm th
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"Habitual for Congress to speak lightly, arrogantly with farmers": Pralhad
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
This criticism comes after a purported video of Kharge's interaction with farmers took over social media, where the Congress national president allegedly told farmers not to approach him just for the sake of publicity and compared the grieving loss of the farmers to his own,
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"You think I don't have things to say...": Dhanashree Verma opens up about
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Dhanashree Verma's divorce from Indian cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal has been one of the most talked-about topics of 2025. Ever since the split, the social media influencer has faced harsh online trolling, with many calling her a "gold digger."
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14 dead as protests turn violent in Nepal over social media ban
Updated : 5 months, 3 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 : 5 months, 3 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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Nine dead, curfew imposed in parts of Nepal as 'Gen Z' protest over social
Updated : 5 months, 3 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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Two 'Gen Z' protesters killed as police stop demonstrators from breaking i
Updated : 5 months, 3 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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Nepal: One killed, dozens injured in 'Gen Z' protest as police use teargas
Updated : 5 months, 3 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 : 5 months, 3 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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On Bihar flood tour Congress MP Tariq Anwar lifted by local, BJP calls it
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
In a social media post on X, Poonawalla wrote, "Sense of entitlement of Congress. Even in flood affected areas they want VVIP protocol? Kharge ji insults farmers. Congress MP Tariq Anwar mocks flood relief - sits on shoulders of people while "touring" flood affected areas. Congress MP in
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