Curfew imposed in New Baneshwar area after Gen Z protesters break into restricted area

Summary

A curfew has been imposed in New Baneshwar, Kathmandu, after Gen Z protesters clashed with police and broke into a restricted area, protesting against government corruption and a social media ban.

Key Points
  • The Kathmandu District Administration Office imposed a curfew in New Baneshwar after clashes between Gen Z protesters and police.
  • The protest was against government corruption and the ban on 26 unregistered social media platforms.
  • Protesters broke through police barricades, leading to the use of water cannons and teargas by police.
  • Some protesters entered the Parliament building premises in New Baneshwar.
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