Guwahati, Sept. 9 -- Amid escalating unrest in Nepal, India on Tuesday advised its nationals in the country to exercise caution after violent protests left at least 19 people dead and hundreds injured.

The Indian Ministry of External Affairs, in a statement on Tuesday, expressed deep concern over the situation and urged Indian citizens to follow the guidelines issued by Nepali authorities.

"We are closely monitoring developments in Nepal and are saddened by the loss of young lives. Our thoughts are with the victims' families, and we hope for the swift recovery of those injured," the ministry said, emphasizing India's hope that all sides resolve the crisis through dialogue and restraint.

The protests, largely driven by young people and ...