Nepal Lifts Ban On Social Media Apps After Deadly Protests

The Nepal government was the first to blink. In a late-night decision, the government lifted the ban on social media apps after protests, led by Gen Z, turned violent, resulting in clashes with the police that led to the death of 19 people. Nepal Minister for Communication, Information and Broadcasting Prithvi Subba Gurung announced that the government has withdrawn its earlier decision to ban social media sites. "The government has already decided to open social media by addressing the demand of Gen-Z," said the minister, following an emergency cabinet meeting.