India, Sept. 9 -- A day after the violent protests against Nepal government-imposed social media ban that left at least 19 dead and over 300 injured in the neighbouring country, India on Tuesday expressed deep concern over the ongoing unrest and said it was monitoring developments closely.

"We are closely monitoring the developments in Nepal since yesterday and are deeply saddened by the loss of many young lives," the MEA said in an official statement

Urging all concerned in Nepal to exercise restraint and resolve the situation through peaceful dialogue, the MEA statement added that as "a close friend and neighbour, we hope the issues will be addressed through peaceful means"

The ministry also advised Indian nationals in Nepal to remai...