Kathmandu Airport Reopens after Nepal Gen Z Protests Kill 30, Spark Political Crisis
Kathmandu’s Tribhuvan International Airport reopened after 24 hours of closure due to violent Gen Z-led protests in Nepal that left 30 dead, over 1,000 injured, and forced Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli to resign. Former Chief Justice Sushila Karki has been chosen by protesters as interim PM, as India heightens border security.
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Nepal Lifts Social Media Ban Amid Youth Protests, Political Crisis, and Demands for Reform
Nepal has lifted its controversial ban on TikTok and other social media platforms after weeks of nationwide protests led by young demonstrators. The move comes amid a deepening political and economic crisis, raising questions about freedom of expression, government accountability, and the country’s democratic future.
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Nepal Blocks Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and X: Ban Sparks Outrage, Press Freedom Concerns
Nepal has blocked Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, X and other major platforms after they failed to register with the government. The ban, enforced on September 5, has sparked criticism from journalists, rights groups and citizens who fear threats to freedom of expression, communication, and livelihoods.
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