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Violent protests erupted in Nepal's capital, Kathmandu, and other areas on Monday over the government's decision to ban social media. The protests prompted the government to deploy the army and additional forces and issue shoot-at-sight orders, which ultimately led to the death of 18 people. Kathmandu: Nepal's Home Minister, Ramesh Lekhak, announced his resignation on moral grounds after Monday's protests, which resulted in the tragic loss of 18 lives, including more than 15 protesters across various cities, including Kathmandu. During a meeting with Congress office bearers, Lekhak described the loss as "unimaginable" and expressed his decision to step down due…

Nepal has banned 26 social media platforms, including Facebook and X, after they failed to register with the Ministry of Communication and Information Technology within the given deadline. Earlier, Nepal had given social media platforms to register themselves within seven days from August 28. Kathmandu: Violent protests erupted in Nepal's capital Kathmandu and other areas on Monday over the government's decision to ban social media. The protests prompted the government to deploy the army and additional forces, and issue shoot-at-sight orders, which ultimately led to the death of 18 people, while dozens have been injured.  Most of the protestors are youths,…

Earlier in the day, Trump had said he is ready to impose the "second phase" of sanctions against Russia. "Yeah, I am," Trump said outside the White House in response to a question if he was prepared to impose additional sanctions on Russia. Washington: US President Donald Trump on Monday expressed strong resentment over the Russia-Ukraine war and said he is not happy about the whole situation, as it is such a horrible waste of humanity. Claiming that he has settled seven wars, he said he is not happy with anything that has to do with that war. "I am…