 "26 hurt, scores arrested at labour reform protests in Paris")
Hundreds of masked youth taking part in a protest against labour reforms clashed with police on Tuesday, injuring 26, most of them police officers, according to local media reports.
Twenty policemen and six protesters were wounded in the rally, Xinhua news agency reported.
The Parisian prefecture said 13 people were arrested on charged of violence and vandalism after several hundreds of hooded youth threw projectile at police.
In recent weeks, labour reform demonstrations have turned violent in many cities. Police unions said more than 350 officers had been wounded since the nationwide rallies against labour reform began in March.
A total of 1,300 people have been arrested with 819 placed in custody and 51 convicted on charges of violent acts, according to the French Interior Ministry.
You’ve reached your limit of {{free_limit}} free articles this month.
Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Already subscribed? Log in
Subscribe to read the full story →
Smart Quarterly
₹900
3 Months
₹300/Month
Smart Essential
₹2,700
1 Year
₹225/Month
Super Saver
₹3,900
2 Years
₹162/Month
Renews automatically, cancel anytime
Here’s what’s included in our digital subscription plans
Exclusive premium stories online
Over 30 premium stories daily, handpicked by our editors
Complimentary Access to The New York Times
News, Games, Cooking, Audio, Wirecutter & The Athletic
Business Standard Epaper
Digital replica of our daily newspaper — with options to read, save, and share
Curated Newsletters
Insights on markets, finance, politics, tech, and more delivered to your inbox
Market Analysis & Investment Insights
In-depth market analysis & insights with access to The Smart Investor
Archives
Repository of articles and publications dating back to 1997
Ad-free Reading
Uninterrupted reading experience with no advertisements
Seamless Access Across All Devices
Access Business Standard across devices — mobile, tablet, or PC, via web or app