Gen Z protests: Troops patrol Kathmandu as 8 killed in clashes, people storm parliament

The Nepalese capital has been placed under military presence following deadly clashes on Monday that left eight people dead during widespread youth-led protests demanding an end to government corruption and the restoration of banned social media platforms. Violence erupted in New Baneshwar, near the Federal Parliament building, as members of Gen Z — primarily students and young activists — stormed a restricted zone and attempted to breach the parliamentary premises. In response, security forces deployed water cannons, tear gas, and, ultimately, live ammunition, leading to a tragic escalation. The death toll rose to six after five injured protesters succumbed to their injuries at Civil Hospital and the National Trauma Centre. One protester had died earlier in the day at Civil...