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    Pension is a leading talking point in India, with several developments driving interest. The EPF wage ceiling has been raised from 15,000 to 25,000 rupees, affecting provident fund contributions for organised workers. Guides are circulating on how employees can switch from the National Pension System to the Old Pension Scheme, along with calculations of expected EPFO pensions after 20 to 30 years of service. Separately, disabled and elderly residents in Godda are protesting delays of eight months in receiving their pensions.

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    Violent riots and looting erupt across Barcelona●Masked mobs have unleashed violent riots and looting across Barcelona, Spain The 'mostly peaceful' protestors were torch𝕏xES315 h ago

    Masked crowds have carried out riots and looting across Barcelona, Spain, with reports of barricades being set on fire and hundreds of shoppers trapped inside stores. Accounts of the unrest describe the events as far from peaceful and suggest organisers want the protests to spread to other cities. The clashes have drawn widespread attention and condemnation as images of the destruction circulate widely.

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    Demonstrations across France on 17 October brought large crowds onto the streets. The government estimated 550,000 participants, while organisers claimed around 800,000, with roughly 1,200 people taken into custody. Officials described urban violence of extraordinary gravity that was still ongoing. Regional media including Vosges Matin carried continuing coverage alongside local news, keeping the protests at the centre of French public attention.

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    French trade unions are mobilising a strike and demonstrations on 5 November. The CGT is calling to generalise the stoppage, saying the government's response from Matignon is 'not up to the task', while local actions are also planned, including a protest in Argentan where organisers describe anger as immense.

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    Social organisations and the Basque union ELA have called for mobilisations in Bilbao ahead of a visit by Spanish commentator Vito Quiles. The call urges protests against the arrival of the far-right agitator, whose public appearances in the region have repeatedly drawn opposition from left-wing and nationalist groups.

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    Madrid protest today disrupts Gran Vía bus routes▼manifestaciones hoy en madridGgoogleES1001 d ago

    Demonstrations are taking place in Madrid this Thursday, with organisers gathering along Gran Vía. The city's public transport company, EMT Madrid, has modified 13 bus lines to reroute services around the protest area, warning passengers of delays and altered stops. Locals are checking which routes are affected and how to get around the city centre during the event.

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    Wrocław protesters turned to freegan dinners after StrajkKobiet●A po # StrajkKobiet chodziliśmy nⓐ... 🇬🇧 Ⓐnd after the protest we used to go for... # freegan # vegan # food # dinner #MmastodonLifeFood323 min ago

    Activists in Wrocław say that after taking part in StrajkKobiet protests, they used to go for freegan and vegan dinners together, combining protest organising with mutual-aid food sharing. The message, written partly in English and partly in Polish, also appeals for donations and mentions a 'red card' action in Wrocław. Few people are engaging with it.

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    French politics is gripped by controversy over protest bans, with La France Insoumise figures at the forefront. Manuel Bompard said the violence against the party is proportional to its chances of reaching power. Only union-organised demonstrations will be allowed on Saturday in Paris, though around 500 people gathered at Pitié-Salpêtrière after a court suspended a ban, while school blockades continue in the Paris suburbs.

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    Rennes is drawing attention on two fronts. In football, Randal Kolo Muani has said he is looking forward to facing Stade Rennais in the Europa League, a much-anticipated fixture for the Breton club. In the city's schools, anger is building over Education Ministry proposals for half-days of cancelled classes, as student, student-union and teacher organisations call for a fourth round of high school blockades, keeping local tensions high.

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    Paris NFL game to kick off after fresh demonstrations●Paris NFL game set to kick off in calm atmosphere after fresh demonstrations✉newsSportFootball14 h ago

    An NFL game in Paris is set to go ahead as planned, with authorities and organisers reporting a calm atmosphere in the city following fresh demonstrations. Reuters reported that the event is expected to kick off without disruption despite the recent protests, and attention is now on whether the fixture proceeds smoothly and what the crowds and security presence look like on the ground.

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    Demonstration planned in Rennes on October 24●manifestation rennes 24 octobreGgoogleFR10K1 d ago

    A demonstration is being organised in Rennes on October 24, with local attention building around the event. It comes as protest waves continue across Brittany: in Brest, around 8,000 people marched despite a ban, with participants voicing fear of police behaviour. French media, including Le Télégramme, are covering the mobilisations, and interest in the Rennes gathering is running high.

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    The protest camp at Madrid's Puerta del Sol is facing a turbulent stretch. Police report a young detainee with a history of serious offences allegedly sexually assaulted a woman sleeping at the camp. Separately, a group of far-right ultras tried to force their way into the encampment, shouting insults at Sánchez, giving fascist salutes and chanting 'Cara al Sol'. Organisers say the camp is now preparing to expand from Sol into Madrid's neighbourhoods, aiming to keep momentum alive.

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    Thousands of people took to the streets of Angers in western France for another day of protest. Organisers quoted by local outlet Angers Vill'actu said the city had 'never known such repression', framing the demonstration as a response to what they see as increasingly harsh policing. The march is the latest in a series of large gatherings in the city, and the scale of turnout is drawing attention well beyond the region.

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    A wave of youth protest dubbed the 'Movimento 17 ottobre' is circulating rapidly on social media in Italy. According to Avvenire, the revolt is being driven largely by teenagers, who use platforms to organise and spread their message. Italian media are following the movement's growth and what it says about the mood of the country's youngest generation.

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    France has suspended police use of stun grenades during student protests, as unrest continues across the country. Reports describe looting of iPhones from shops and demonstrators dressing as Joker or Captain America, while some outlets claim a network of 101 organisations across 13 countries, from France to India, is behind the wave of demonstrations. The protests are drawing global attention.

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    Protesters in Prague tried to break into the parliament building during a demonstration, according to reports from Russian-language outlet Ekho. The incident marks an escalation of tensions around the rally, with crowds reportedly pushing toward the legislative building before being stopped. Details about the organisers, the protest's demands and any injuries or arrests have not yet been confirmed.

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    Decades-high housing pressure brought tens of thousands of protesters onto the streets across Spain, with organisers calling for a general strike under the slogan 'now we are united'. The wave of demonstrations comes as French President Emmanuel Macron faces a political storm following violent riots in France, with both countries' unrest trending widely.

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    Supporters of Jair Bolsonaro are mobilising for a demonstration in São Paulo today. The push follows a Quaest poll, with organisers urging the movement to convert online activism into actual votes. Posts circulating among the base call on militants to 'turn support into votes' ahead of the rally, keeping the former president's political future in the spotlight.

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    Hundreds of people took to the streets in towns of the Corrèze and Creuse area, including Guéret, Brive and Tulle, to demonstrate peacefully despite official bans. Organisers and participants said they marched to "make our rights as citizens count", a phrase echoing frustration over restrictions on the right to protest in France.

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    France protests while UK plans 'No Supermarket' day on October 28●France did a “you won't fix this? aight bet”protest, while the UK is planning a “No Supermarket” protest on October 28th𝕏xFR4403 d ago

    A French protest summed up as a defiant 'you won't fix this? aight bet' against the government has drawn attention, and now the UK is reportedly organising a 'No Supermarket' protest planned for October 28th, urging shoppers to boycott major chains. The post frames both as consumer-led pressure movements against economic conditions.

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    Russian strikes are targeting bridges in Kyiv, with Moscow saying it intends to intensify attacks on Ukraine after Volodymyr Zelensky pledged to step up strikes on Russian refineries. French media are also covering a bridge closure in Côtes-d'Armor and the Rassemblement National congress in Orléans, where organisers fear opposition protests.

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    The NFL has shut down its pop-up shop in Paris ahead of planned protests against the league's activities in the French capital. The closure comes as demonstrations were being organised, and the story has drawn attention in French and international media. Details about who organised the protests or what they object to remain limited so far.

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    Protesters occupy Rome's Colosseum as Italian demonstrations continue●Protests continue in Italy – demonstrators in Rome "occupy" the Colosseum.𝕏xIT921 h ago

    Demonstrators in Rome have occupied the Colosseum as protests continue across Italy. The landmark, normally a major tourist site, has become the latest symbol claimed by demonstrators, with images of the occupation circulating widely. Reports say marches and sit-ins are ongoing in several Italian cities, though organisers' specific demands remain unclear.

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    No Kings rallies urge supporters to vote early▼No Kings rallies urge early voting🦋bluesky31.3K4 d ago

    Organisers of the No Kings protests, held in cities across the United States, are calling on demonstrators to cast their ballots early, linking street protests directly to electoral turnout. The rallies drew large crowds and volunteers have been directing attendees to early voting locations, framing participation at the polls as the next step after mass demonstrations.

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    Dock workers at 100 ports plan action against war●"From Mexico to India: Dock and port workers from atleast 100 international ports, are taking action against war and genMmastodonWarMiddle East123 d ago

    Dock and port workers from at least 100 international ports, from Mexico to India, are planning coordinated action on 30 October in protest against war and genocide. Organisers say the action demands an end to militarisation, Israel's genocide against Palestinians, and US-Israeli wars of aggression, and they are calling on the public to join them.

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    French unions call fresh rallies and nationwide strike●French unions and protest groups call fresh rallies and nationwide strike✉newsBusinessLabor1 h ago

    French trade unions and protest groups have called a new round of demonstrations across the country, backed by a nationwide strike. The rallies are expected to bring workers into the streets in multiple cities, continuing a pattern of mobilisation over labour and economic grievances. Organisers are urging broad participation, and the stoppage is likely to disrupt transport, schools and public services.

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    Protesters rally against Netanyahu ahead of pivotal Israeli election●« … in a final protest against the Israeli prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, and his government ahead of what has beenMmastodonWar43 min ago

    Demonstrators in Israel staged what organisers described as a final protest against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his government, taking place ahead of an election that has been called the most consequential in the country's history. The protest comes amid ongoing debate over the war in Gaza and ceasefire efforts, with opponents accusing Netanyahu's coalition of prolonging the conflict and deepening national divisions.

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    Ettore Torzetti, a historic figure of the Italian trade union movement, has died, prompting mourning from the Cisl union federation in Genoa. Tributes highlight his long career as a union organiser. The news comes as Italian unions remain in the spotlight following recent clashes during demonstrations in Milan, keeping labour politics at the centre of national debate.

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    A new protest group called the Movimento 17 ottobre has been founded in Milan, announcing demonstrations every Saturday against the Italian government. The initiative is drawing attention as organisers seek to build sustained public mobilisation in the city, with local media reporting on the launch and its plan for regular weekly marches.

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    Thousands March Across Europe Against Inequality and for Youth Future●Thousands March Across Europe Against Inequality and 'for Young People’s Future' | Common Dreams https:// lemmy.ml/post/MmastodonWorld222 h ago

    Thousands of demonstrators marched in cities across Europe to protest economic inequality and to demand action for young people's future. Organisers framed the marches as a call for fairer economic policies and greater opportunity for younger generations. The demonstrations drew attention to growing concern over housing, jobs and social injustice across the continent.

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    France cracks down on protests as 800,000 take to streets●‚Mit Versammlungsverboten, Ausgangssperren und Spezialeinheiten reagiert der französische Staat auf die Proteste gegen KMmastodonWorldEU Politics723 h ago

    Hundreds of thousands demonstrated across France against spending cuts and rising prices, with organisers citing around 800,000 participants on Saturday and roughly 1,000 arrests. The French state has responded with assembly bans, curfews and special police units. Further protest action is planned for 31 October.

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    Mass protests reported across British cities including Bristol●Meanwhile in Bristol, #UK Every British City is seeing mass protests. People are at boiling point. The revolution is com𝕏xGB251 d ago

    Posts claim mass protests are taking place in Bristol and other British cities, with crowds described as being at 'boiling point' and rhetoric invoking an approaching 'revolution'. There is no confirmed detail in the claims about the protests' cause, organisers, size or timing, and no independent verification of the extent of unrest across UK cities.

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    German students are said to be planning an uprising, according to a report circulating on web.de. Details about who is involved, what form the protest would take, and when it might happen remain scarce, but the claim is drawing attention as student activism and demonstrations over political and social grievances continue to grow across Germany and Europe.

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    Serbian student movement praised for two years of protest●SUCH admiration for the Serbian student movement. They have never stopped protesting and organizing and protesting for oMmastodonWorldElections4211 h ago

    Serbia's student movement is drawing widespread admiration for sustaining protest and organising for over two years. Beyond repeatedly mobilising crowds onto the streets, students have built their own slate of candidates to run in elections and carried out a cycling tour across Serbia to reach communities, prompting supporters abroad to praise their persistence and political organisation.

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    Widespread protests are taking place across France, with news outlets reporting on demonstrations in multiple cities. The exact cause, organisers, and scale of the unrest are not specified in available reports. Observers are watching to see whether the protests grow and how the French government responds in the coming days.

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    Italy deploys troops to Milan ahead of new protests●Italy deploys troops to Milan as more protests loom, with demonstrators demanding better salaries and opposing the risin𝕏xIT21 d ago

    Italy has deployed troops to Milan ahead of further protests, with demonstrators demanding better salaries and opposing the rising cost of living and the housing crisis. Reporting from Rome notes growing tensions as organisers prepare additional demonstrations, prompting the government to take a visible security posture in the northern city.

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    Paris asked operators to be ready to block TikTok and Instagram for 12 hours●Parigi ha chiesto a 4 operatori di tenersi pronti a spegnere TikTok e Instagram per 12 ore. Nelle stesse ore Milano fermMmastodonTechnologyInternet41 h ago

    Paris has reportedly asked four telecom operators to stand ready to switch off TikTok and Instagram for twelve hours. In the same period, Milan detained the administrator of a page that called people to gather in public squares. Commenters see both moves as measures targeting the online tools citizens use to organise protests, and the pairing of the two events has drawn attention to how European authorities are handling digital mobilisation.

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    Thousands March Across Europe Against Inequality▼Thousands March Across Europe Against Inequality and 'for Young People’s Future' | Common Dreams “Looking at countries lMmastodonWorldPolitics322 h ago

    Thousands of demonstrators marched in cities across Europe demanding action on inequality and better prospects for young people. Organisers framed the protests around youth futures, housing and wealth disparity. A protester in France told media they did not want their country to end up like the United States, where, in their words, part of the population has everything and others have nothing.

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    France braces for another weekend of protests under major security operation▼France braces for another weekend of protests as authorities launch massive security operation✉newsWorld1 d ago

    French authorities are rolling out a large-scale security operation ahead of another weekend of protests, with police deployments and preventive measures planned in cities across the country. The move signals officials' determination to prevent a repeat of previous unrest, while organisers vow demonstrations will continue. Observers are watching closely to see whether the show of force deters crowds or inflates tensions further.

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    Massive protest reported in Paris, France●BREAKING NEWS Massive protest in Paris, France # AureFreePress # News # France # EU # BreakingNewsMmastodonWorld418 h ago

    Reports are circulating of a massive protest taking place in Paris, France. Details about the organisers, the cause, the number of participants, or any response from French authorities have not yet been confirmed, and no further information about the demonstration is available at this time.