Breaking News: Nepal's Social Media Ban Sparks Deadly Clashes; 16 Dead | Ground Report | India Today

Nepal's government has banned 26 major social media platforms, including Facebook, WhatsApp, and YouTube, after they failed to register locally under new regulations. The government cited national security and concerns over misinformation as the reason for the crackdown. The move prompted an immediate backlash, starting with journalists and escalating into widespread, youth-led protests in Kathmandu and Pokhara. The demonstrations have turned violent, resulting in clashes with police that have reportedly left at least 16 people dead and over 100 injured. In response to the escalating unrest, authorities have extended curfews in the affected cities. The speaker notes, "it all began when the government introduced the strict new rules requiring global tech platforms to register locally...and comply with national regulations." #nepal #socialmediaban #kathmanduprotests #itwebvideos #digitalblackout #pressfreedom #nepalnews #facebookban #youtubeban #whatsappban #techregulation #indiatoday #welcometomylecture #nepalprotests #socialmedia #bigtech
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