Archive · 7 Sep 2025

Nepal Blocks Social Media Platforms for Non-Registration

Nepal Blocks Social Media Platforms for Non-Registration

The Nepalese government has blocked several social media platforms, including Facebook and Instagram, because they weren't registered with the government.

This means people can't easily use these sites.

The government gave them a week to register, but they didn't.

This follows a Supreme Court order regarding advertising on these platforms.

Platforms like Viber and TikTok have registered, but others haven't, causing disruptions and prompting users to use alternative platforms.

The government wants platforms to register and follow rules, and the platforms can resume service once registered.

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