Protesters vandalised offices in Kathmandu in defiance of an indefinite curfew. Photo: AP PHOTO

Nepal's prime minister has resigned following violent protests against a ban on social media platforms and government corruption.

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Khadga Prasad Oli said he was stepping down immediately.

His resignation came after protesters set fire to the homes of some of Nepal's top political leaders in opposition to a social media ban that was lifted early on Tuesday, a day after deadly anti-government protests when police opened fire and killed 19 people.

Prime Minister Khadga Prasad Oli resigned a

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