Karnataka's Congress government lifts the hijab ban in schools, fulfilling a manifesto promise amidst political tensions and upcoming elections.

Students cannot attend schools wearing saffron shawls and saffron turbans. Only traditional headgear that has existed from the beginning will be allowed. If the colour of the turban is changed now, it will not be accepted. We have not permitted only hijabs; janivara (sacred thread) and shivadhara turban have also been allowed. However, new forms...