France protests reason, latest update: 1,000 arrested, tear gas, grenades, water cannons used as nearly 800,000 people hit streets against President Emmanuel Macron in Paris, other areasFrance protests today: More than a month of unrest that started with protests in high schools for more funding and teachers is testing Pres...
25 Oct, 2026, 12.39 AM IST
More than 400,000 protest across France, challenging Macron as Paris clashes eruptProtests against school funding and living costs drew over 400,000 people across France on Saturday. The Paris march started peacefully but...
24 Oct, 2026, 11.04 PM IST
France mobilises thousands of police to curb violence at protests over living costsFrance is dealing with nationwide protests due to dissatisfaction with school funding and the cost of living. Authorities mobilised a signi...
24 Oct, 2026, 07.13 PM IST
Mona Lisa off limits as Paris shuts museums over protest fearsTourists in Paris encountered unexpected closures of museums and art venues due to safety measures. Many cultural institutions shut down af...
24 Oct, 2026, 06.06 PM IST
India advises nationals in France, Italy, Belgium to stay vigilant amid protestsIndian nationals in France, Italy and Belgium have been advised to remain vigilant during ongoing protests. The demonstrations in these cou...
23 Oct, 2026, 08.45 PM IST
- French authorities deploy 70,000 officers for Saturday protests; Louvre and other museums closed
Demonstrators plan to take to the streets again Saturday to denounce the high cost of living. Students, members of the CGT labor union and ...
23 Oct, 2026, 06.35 PM IST
2,700 detained amid riots and looting in France; Macron tightens curbs on 'illegitimate' protestsIn response to riots and looting linked to public anger, France has arrested 2,700 individuals since Saturday. French President Emmanuel Ma...
23 Oct, 2026, 06.41 AM IST
Only labour unions allowed to protest tomorrow: Emmanuel MacronMacron acknowledged "planning failings and elements of surprise" last Saturday, when protests drew more than half a million people and dege...
22 Oct, 2026, 11.25 PM IST
France riots and India's protests against CEC Gyanesh Kumar linked to same ecosystem, claims reportA recent investigation revealed connections between protests in France and India, involving various global organizations. These groups, des...
22 Oct, 2026, 03.58 PM IST
Indian embassy issues safety advisory for citizens in France amid unrest, local curfewsIndian nationals in France are advised by the Embassy in Paris to stay alert and avoid protest areas. Localized curfews have been implement...
22 Oct, 2026, 06.38 AM IST
France tightens security ahead of fresh protests; curfews, public gathering bans imposedAfter a weekend of protests, riots and looting, France is looking to head off further unrest, ahead of fresh demonstrations called for Satu...
21 Oct, 2026, 12.44 PM IST
As France protests continue, curfews, transport disruptions and tourist attraction closures raise concerns: What tourists need to knowFrance is experiencing protests that started in September over education but expanded to include living costs and public services. Authorit...
21 Oct, 2026, 12.43 PM IST
France has a proud tradition of protesting, and sometimes people lose their headsFrance is experiencing significant protests driven by rising living costs and poor conditions in schools. Recent demonstrations have escala...
21 Oct, 2026, 10.03 AM IST
French govt extends curfews amid nationwide protests over rising living costsPrime Minister Sebastien Lecornu promised a "massive" police deployment ahead of fresh demonstrations scheduled for October 24. The French ...
21 Oct, 2026, 08.13 AM IST
How France's worst rioting in years erupted and how the government respondedRecent rioting in France has led to significant violence, with clashes between police and protesters occurring in major cities. Thousands o...
20 Oct, 2026, 06.26 AM IST
Macron condemns those who 'sought to bring down the Republic' after rioting mars nationwide protestsFrench President Emmanuel Macron condemned the violence during nationwide protests against rising living costs and school conditions. He hi...
19 Oct, 2026, 10.39 AM IST
Protesters across France rally over rising living costs, joining students' grievancesProtests have arisen in France regarding increasing living costs and dissatisfaction with educational conditions. High school students, sup...
17 Oct, 2026, 02.59 PM IST