The government of Nepal has reportedly blocked a number of popular social media platforms, including Facebook, X, Instagram, WeChat, Reddit and YouTube, due to non-compliance with a new law requiring them to register with the government.
UPDATE: The BBC has reported that Nepal has lifted a social media ban, which sparked protests and led to clashes with police that left at least 19 people dead and injured more than 100 others.
UPDATE: The BBC has reported that Nepal has lifted a social media ban, which sparked protests and led to clashes with police that left at least 19 people dead and injured more than 100 others.
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