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Nepal's PM Resigns Amid Deadly Protests and Unrest

9/12/2025

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Nepal's Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli resigned following violent protests that resulted in over 20 deaths.
Protests erupted due to a social media ban, highlighting public dissatisfaction with political corruption.
India is monitoring the situation closely, given its historical ties to Nepal.
The Congress party in India calls for a cautious approach to support Nepal's democracy.
Economic issues, including 19.2% youth unemployment, have led to over 700,000 Nepalis emigrating in FY 2023/24.

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Story summary

Nepal's Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli resigned following violent protests that resulted in over 20 deaths.
Protests erupted due to a social media ban, highlighting public dissatisfaction with political corruption.
India is monitoring the situation closely, given its historical ties to Nepal.
The Congress party in India calls for a cautious approach to support Nepal's democracy.
Economic issues, including 19.2% youth unemployment, have led to over 700,000 Nepalis emigrating in FY 2023/24.