Nepal's Generation Z held mass protests in Kathmandu against a government social media ban and corruption, with police firing killing at least 14 people. The unrest followed a September 4 order blocking 24–26 social media platforms, after which a curfew was imposed across key zones of the capital.
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At least 14 people were killed when police opened fire on protesters near Parliament in Kathmandu, with dozens more injured.
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The unrest followed a September 4 government order blocking 24–26 social media platforms —including Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), YouTube, WhatsApp, Instagram, Reddit, LinkedIn, and Pinterest—for failing to register with regulatory authorities.
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Thousands of youth — largely those born between 1995 and 2010 — spearheaded the protests, advancing from Maitighar Mandala toward the parliament building in New Baneshwor.
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A curfew was swiftly imposed across Kathmandu’s key zones to regain control.
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