Australia has become the first country in the world to completely ban social media for children under the age of 16. Now, the question is whether India should implement a similar ban?
Prime Minister of Nepal KP Sharma Oli has resigned from his post amid violent protests.
A large number of youth attacked the Parliament against the government’s decision, in which 19 people died and many people were injured. This was not a common violence yesterday in Nepal.
Violence erupted after the government banned social media platforms, sparking widespread anger among youth. Clashes with police left 16 dead and over 100 injured, shaking the nation. Read an exclusive analysis by veteran journalist Manoj Tibrewal Aakash.
When the protesters started entering the restricted area near the Parliament House, the police tried to suppress the protest with tear gas and water cannons. During this, 18 people died and more than 50 were injured, who have been admitted to nearby hospitals.
The Nepal government decided to ban 26 social media platforms after a meeting on August 31. The government banned all those platforms which were operating without registration.
French President Macron proposes banning social media for under-15s, urging EU action, citing rising youth violence linked to unchecked digital exposure. Read more on Dynamite News
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