protesters
Coverage of protesters in the Nexus archive.
- Justice Dept. Dismisses Threats Case in Minnesota Days Before Trial
The Justice Department dismissed a threats case in Minnesota days before trial. The incident involved a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent shooting a Venezuelan migrant during a high-speed chase in Minneapolis. Additionally, protesters broke into several vehicles belonging to F.B.I. agents.
- Unrest mounts in Kashmir as Pakistani security crackdown stokes reform movement
Pakistani forces have blockaded Kashmir amid growing unrest as protesters demand electoral reforms and increasingly call for revolution. The security crackdown in the region has intensified the reform movement.
- Protesters occupy 200-year-old tree at US-Mexico border to stop its destruction: ‘She’s our Statue of Liberty’
Protesters in Arizona are staging a 'tree sit' to prevent the destruction of ancient cottonwood trees by federal contractors building a border wall. Contractors from Fisher Sand and Gravel crushed three trees with excavators on July 27.
- I want to become an awakened Hindu: Kangana Ranaut
Kangana Ranaut expressed her desire to become an awakened Hindu and criticized videos of protesters at Jantar Mantar, calling them 'filth, garbage and ugliness'.
- 'My only son was shot standing up for justice' - inside city gripped by deadly protests in Pakistan-administered Kashmir
A mother in Pakistan-administered Kashmir mourns her son, who was shot during protests. The BBC reports violent clashes between security forces and protesters in Rawalakot.
- A suicide bomber strikes an antimilitant rally in northwestern Pakistan, killing at least 14
A suicide bomber targeted an antimilitant rally in northwestern Pakistan, killing at least 14 people, including police officers, and wounding over two dozen others. Officials confirmed the attack occurred during a protest event.
- India cracks down on protesters accused of ‘abusing’ Modi
India is taking legal and online actions against protesters accused of abusing Modi. These measures include police cases, social media takedowns, and online harassment.
- Modi Opposes Court Proceedings for Protesters, Urges Forgiveness
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi opposed court proceedings for young protesters in New Delhi and other Indian cities, stating that children make mistakes and society should forgive them for using foul language.
- Protesters detained at rally in support of Pakistan-administered Kashmir
Police in Lahore, Pakistan detained protesters who were rallying in support of Pakistan-administered Kashmir. The protesters were detained during a solidarity event for the region.
- The day 60,000 migrants swept their way into Europe: Wave after wave of incomers storm Spanish city from neighbouring Morocco as protesters throw Nazi salutes
Approximately 60,000 migrants entered a Spanish city from neighboring Morocco, overwhelming the area with continuous waves of arrivals. Protesters at the scene were observed making Nazi salutes.
- Protesters blockade Wisconsin street where felon was killed after knifing cop — and the city is helping them
Protesters have blockaded a street in Wisconsin where a felon was killed after attacking a police officer with a knife, and the city is supporting the protest. A resident described the area as a 'lawless zone' and 'homeless encampment barricaded on all four sides.'
- Two days on, Bihar families wait for protesters’ release
Families in Bihar continue to wait for the release of protesters two days after the incident. The situation remains unresolved with no updates from authorities.
- Austin officer-involved shooting: Protesters calling for accountability after death of teen
A crowd of protesters gathered in downtown Austin to call for accountability in the death of a 17-year-old. The incident involved an officer-involved shooting.
- Maharashtra government decides to withdraw FIRs against protesters; police continue investigation
The Maharashtra government has decided to withdraw FIRs against protesters, while the police continue their investigation into the matter. The move highlights a separation between administrative and law enforcement actions in the case.
- Disruptions continue in Rajya Sabha, House adjourned for seventh day
Disruptions continue in the Rajya Sabha as the House is adjourned for the seventh day. Opposition members protest, demanding an apology from the government for police action against protesters.
- PM Modi cancelled Bihar tour realising BJP will lose Bankipur bypoll: Tejashwi
RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav claimed the Bihar government withdrew cases against protesters and released arrested individuals due to growing unpopularity from repressing demonstrations. The article does not mention PM Modi's Bihar tour or Bankipur bypoll directly.
- ‘War criminal’: Protesters confront Netanyahu motorcade in Washington DC
Protesters confronted Netanyahu's motorcade in Washington DC, using phrases such as 'War criminal!' and 'F*** you Bibi.'
- RAF fired pellet gun at protesters on the directions of a Delhi Police officer, document shows
The RAF used a pellet gun against unarmed protesters in the national capital for the first time, as directed by a Delhi Police officer.
- Bihar government to withdraw cases lodged against protesters over NEET paper leak, release those jailed
The Bihar government will withdraw all FIRs, criminal complaints, and show-cause notices against individuals involved in protests related to the NEET paper leak and initiate their release from jail.
- Two more held in violence at West Bengal students’ rally; CJP appeals CM for immediate release of protesters
Two more individuals were arrested during violence at a West Bengal students’ rally. The Chief Justice of India (CJP) has appealed to the Chief Minister for the immediate release of the protesters.
- Sea of youth at Mumbai’s Shivaji Park to celebrate Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation
A gathering at Mumbai’s Shivaji Park celebrated Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation, with participants expressing solidarity with protesters and calling it a victory for democracy.
- Narendra Modi caves to India’s Gen Z
Narendra Modi is reported to have yielded to pressure from India’s Gen Z demographic. Protesters successfully ousted the education minister and announced plans to return home.
- ‘Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation is a milestone, but not the end’: Protesters vow to continue until all demands are met
Protesters describe Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation as a milestone but emphasize it is not the end, vowing to continue actions until all demands are met.
- Ukraine: Kyiv protests continue after Zelensky fires defense minister
Protesters in Kyiv demanded President Volodymyr Zelensky reappoint defense minister Mykhailo Fedorov after his removal in a government reshuffle that triggered a political crisis. The protests declared an open-ended rally following the unexplained ministerial change.
- Watch: Delhi police to protesters: All metro gates reopened, please return home
Delhi police informed protesters that all metro gates have been reopened and urged them to return home. The statement emphasizes the restoration of normal operations at the metro stations.
- Family of man killed in Madison, Wisconsin police shooting speaks | LIVE
A homeless man was killed in a police shooting in Madison, Wisconsin, after the police chief stated he wounded an officer with a knife during a resisting arrest incident. The event has sparked protests and community demands for accountability and an end to racial injustice.
- Protest venue under a web of cameras and facial recognition systems
The Delhi Police have deployed DP-Dristhi and Ikshana surveillance vans along with a Mobile Command and Control Vehicle equipped with AI-assisted facial recognition technology to monitor live CCTV feeds at a protest venue. Protesters have expressed concern over the use of such surveillance technologies.
- Violence erupts as police, protesters clash at CJP-Left students’ rally in Kolkata
Violence erupted as police and protesters clashed at a CJP-Left students’ rally in Kolkata. Thousands of supporters demanded the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
- Ban use of pellet guns, electric shock batons by all police forces: disability rights outfits
Disability rights organizations, including the Progressive Medicos and Scientific Forum (PMSF) and groups under the National Platform for the Rights of the Disabled (NPRD), have called for a ban on pellet guns and electric shock batons by all police forces. They also demanded an independent judicial inquiry into the alleged use of these weapons against protesters during a July 20 march to Parliament.
- Rahul shows pellet gun injuries of protester to slam Centre, says 'stop assaulting our students'
Rahul Gandhi displayed pellet gun injuries of protesters and criticized the government for using force against them. He stated that thousands of youth have been injured with pellet guns and beaten during peaceful protests.
- Albanian police use water cannon on protesters over Kushner-linked resort
Albanian police used water cannons and pepper spray against protesters outside parliament over a Kushner-linked resort. Clashes occurred between police and demonstrators.
- ICE Contractor Faces Charges in Shooting Outside Colorado Detention Center
An ICE contractor faces charges in a shooting incident outside a Colorado detention center. Protesters were present at the ICE processing center in Aurora, Colo.
- Protesters take the mic at Wisconsin police shooting press conference
An officer in Madison, Wisconsin, shot and killed a man who fled from police, pulled a fixed-blade knife, and injured an officer. Protests emerged immediately, with demonstrators taking the microphone at a subsequent police press conference.
- PM should apologise to students, Education Minister must resign: Rahul Gandhi
Rahul Gandhi demands the Prime Minister apologize to students and the Education Minister resign over 156 paper leaks and 'zero convictions'. The Opposition fully supports the protesters' 'legitimate' and 'non-negotiable' demands.
- Meet us here, CJP tells govt. as crowd swells at Jantar Mantar
CJP instructs the government to meet at Jantar Mantar as thousands gather. The group appeals to Wangchuk to end his fast, while some protesters are injured in police action.
- Aurora ICE shooting suspect had no formal weapons training, believed protesters threatened his children: Docs
Brandon Booth, a GEO Group employee, was arrested after firing a gun at two protesters near an immigrant detention center in Aurora, Colorado. Booth claimed he perceived threats to his children's safety from the protesters, who he said targeted his license plate and referenced his children's school. The arrest affidavit states the protesters did not explicitly threaten Booth's family, but he described the incident as impulsive and aimed to scare them.
- India news: Opposition steps up pressure amid 'Cockroach' protests
India's opposition MPs are supporting protesters demanding the resignation of the education minister. Pradhan has addressed the protests, responding to calls for his resignation.
- What to know about Ukraine’s new top general
Ukraine has appointed Maj. Gen. Mykhailo Drapatyi, 43, as its new top general. The move is expected to please protesters.
- New affidavit reveals suspect’s account of Aurora ICE facility shooting
A new affidavit details the suspect's account of the Aurora ICE facility shooting, stating he intentionally fired but aimed to scare protesters without harming anyone. Investigators report he admitted pulling the trigger but denied intent to injure.
- Zelenskyy replaces head of Ukraine's army amid calls from protesters to do so
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy dismissed Gen. Oleksandr Syrskyi as commander-in-chief of Ukraine's armed forces following nationwide protests demanding his removal. The decision came after days of mass demonstrations in Kyiv and other cities.