Even as the Karnataka High Court began its hearing into the hijab row in the state, students await clarity. As of now, students are not allowed to wear religious attire in educational institutions. Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai has also asked students to abide by the interim order of the court and to remain united.
However, on Thursday, a petitioner had filed public interest litigation asking a full bench of the high court to allow Muslim girls to sport the hijab at least on Fridays (jumma) and during the upcoming month of Ramzan.
This episode of Health 360 explores the severe heatwave conditions in Delhi and other urban centres, highlighting how the degradation of the Aravalli forests and the South Central Ridge contributes to rising temperatures.
United States intelligence chief Tulsi Gabbard has resigned from the federal cabinet, citing a severe family medical emergency. According to the resignation letter, the official stepped down after her husband was diagnosed with an extremely rare form of bone cancer, expressing a desire to remain by his side during his treatment.
Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is set to visit China from May 23-26 for talks.
In this episode of In-Depth, the focus is on dowry deaths in India. A recent surge in dowry-related fatalities highlights a systemic issue across India, with four women losing their lives within a single week in mid-May.
