‘No Kings’ protests across the US, Europe amid anger over Trump policies
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Washington: Massive protests under the banner of ‘No Kings’ were held across the United States and parts of Europe, with organisers claiming millions participated to oppose policies of US President Donald Trump.
The protesters were driven by anger over issues including the war in Iran, immigration enforcement, social rights, and economic inequality. One of the largest gatherings occurred in St. Paul, Minnesota, which became a key focal point of the protests.
Singer Bruce Springsteen joined the St. Paul protest, performing in solidarity and saying, “Your fight has shown that this is still America.”
Across all 50 states, more than 3,100 protests were held, with an estimated 9 million participants, from major cities like New York to smaller towns in Idaho.
Protesters used creative and satirical messaging, including slogans like “Cats Against Trump,” seen at rallies in cities such as Topeka, Kansas. Chants of “No kings” echoed near the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The protests also come amid tensions over federal immigration enforcement actions, including controversial incidents that have sparked unrest in cities such as Minneapolis.
The White House dismissed the protesters as “left-wing-inspired,” while Republican leaders criticised the protests. Outside the US, similar protests were held in London, Paris, and Rome, where participants raised anti-war slogans.
In San Diego, around 40,000 people participated, while civil rights organizations in New York expressed opposition to federal policies.
“The voices of millions of people cannot be ignored,” said Randi Weingarten, president of the American Federation of Teachers.
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Allahabad HC orders police protection to married couple apprehending 'honour killing'
Prayagraj (PTI): The Allahabad High Court has granted protection to a married couple who expressed fear that they may be killed by the woman's family.
The order was passed by a division bench comprising Justice JJ Munir and Justice Tarun Saxena on March 25.
"No individual can make an 'honour issue' out of a consenting adult marrying a person of their own choice. It is the state's duty to protect the life, limb, and property of such persons even against their own family members," the bench said.
The court was hearing a petition filed by Prachi Agrawal and her partner, who sought relief in connection with an FIR filed under Section 87 of Bhartiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) for kidnapping, and abducting or inducing a woman to compel her marriage.
The couple submitted that they married at an Arya Samaj temple and possessed a marriage registration certificate issued under the Uttar Pradesh Marriage Registration Rules, 2017.
The petitioners alleged that the woman's family members were averse to their marriage and lodged a bogus FIR against them.
The couple further submitted a joint affidavit expressing apprehension of an honour killing by the woman's family.
The court said that a prima facie case was made out and issued notice to the private respondent and granted two weeks to file a counter-affidavit.
Meanwhile, as an interim measure, the court granted the petitioners protection from arrest.
The court also explicitly ordered the woman's family members and relatives not to harm the petitioners, enter their matrimonial home, or establish contact with them directly or through any electronic means.
The bench directed the Aligarh senior superintendent of police to ensure that no harm comes to the couple and posted the matter for hearing on April 8.
