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Nepal Gen Z Protest Live Updates: Nepal is witnessing one of its deadliest waves of civil unrest in recent years as protests over a government-imposed social media ban spiral into violent confrontations with security forces. What began as youth-led demonstrations against restrictions on platforms such as Facebook, YouTube, and X has now transformed into a full-blown nationwide movement, marked by chants against corruption, fiery clashes, and a mounting death toll.

On Monday, thousands of Gen Z protesters flooded the streets of Kathmandu demanding that the government immediately lift the ban on social media, which has been in place since Friday after authorities blocked 26 “unregistered” sites. The ban, widely condemned as an attempt to stifle free expression and dissent, triggered confusion and anger among citizens, particularly young people who rely on these platforms for communication and activism.

The protests escalated in the capital’s New Baneshwor area after demonstrators jumped barricades, surrounded Parliament, and eventually set its main gate ablaze. Security forces responded with tear gas, water cannons, and, later, live ammunition to disperse the crowds. By late evening, at least 14 people were reported dead and dozens more injured, as reported by reuters

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  1. 09:10 PM, 08 Sep 2025

    Nepal Protest News Live Updates: CurfewsImposed In Three Cities

    Authorities in Nepal have imposed curfews in Butwal, Bhairahawa, and Itahari after violent protests by Gen Z demonstrators left 19 people dead. The Rupandehi and Sunsari district administrations announced restrictions to curb unrest, banning rallies, gatherings, and protests in specified zones. Curfew timings vary across the cities, with Butwal and Bhairahawa under restrictions from 4 pm to 10 pm, while Itahari’s main square remains under indefinite curfew.

  2. 08:01 PM, 08 Sep 2025

    Nepal Protest News Live Updates: Ramesh Lekhak Steps Down

    Nepal’s Home Minister, Ramesh Lekhak, resigned on moral grounds following violent protests on Monday that claimed 18 lives, including over 15 protesters across cities like Kathmandu. Lekhak cited widespread criticism of the government’s response and described the loss of life as “unimaginable” when announcing his decision during a meeting with Congress leaders.

  3. 06:52 PM, 08 Sep 2025

    Nepal Protest News Live Updates: Protesters Set Cars On Fire In Nepal

    Visuals from Nepal show hundreds of protesters taking to the streets, setting vehicles on fire amid demonstrations against the government and the social media ban. ,

  4. 06:50 PM, 08 Sep 2025

    Nepal Protest News Live Updates: 18 Dead, 250 Injured In Kathmandu Unrest

    Thousands of people in Kathmandu staged massive protests against the government over alleged corruption and the recent social media ban, including Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp. The unrest turned deadly, with at least 18 confirmed dead and over 250 injured, according to Nepal’s Health Ministry.

  5. 05:56 PM, 08 Sep 2025

    Nepal Protest News Live Updates: Opposition Demands PM Oli’s Resignation

    Nepal’s opposition parties, including CPN (Maoist Centre) and CPN (Unified Socialist), have demanded Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli’s resignation amid escalating protests. Curfews have been imposed in several cities such as Itahari and Rupandehi as unrest spreads.

  6. 05:17 PM, 08 Sep 2025

    Nepal Protest News Live Updates: Minister Hints At Reconsidering Social Media Ban

    Nepal’s Communications Minister has suggested that the controversial social media ban might be reconsidered, raising hopes amid ongoing protests, as reported by BBC News Nepali.

  7. 05:06 PM, 08 Sep 2025

    Nepal Protest News Live Updates: Police Fire Tear Gas

    Violent protests continue in Nepal as police fired tear gas to disperse crowds demanding an end to the social media ban. Visuals from Kathmandu show security forces clashing with Gen Z demonstrators as unrest intensifies.,

  8. 04:53 PM, 08 Sep 2025

    Nepal Protest News Live Updates: Curfew Imposed In New Baneshwar

    Authorities in Kathmandu have imposed a curfew in the New Baneshwar area after Gen Z protesters clashed with police and broke into the restricted Parliament zone.

  9. 04:50 PM, 08 Sep 2025

    Nepal Gen Z Protest Live Updates: Shoot-At-Sight Orders Issued

    The Nepal government has issued shoot-at-sight orders in Kathmandu after violent protests led by Gen Z demonstrators. Protesters set fire to the Parliament building and vandalised parts of it.