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Karnataka rolls back hijab ban and allows limited religious symbols with strict uniform rules

Karnataka rolls back hijab ban and allows limited religious symbols with strict uniform rules

Karnataka has reversed its 2022 hijab ban, issuing new school guidelines that permit limited religious and traditional symbols such as hijab and the sacred thread. The state says these must not modify or replace the official uniform and should not disrupt discipline, safety norms, or identification of students on campus.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 13 May 2026
SC says Hinduism is a way of life temple proof not required

SC says Hinduism is a way of life temple proof not required

The Supreme Court said Hinduism is a “way of life” and that temple visits or rituals are not mandatory to remain Hindu. In hearings on discrimination at religious sites, including Sabarimala, a nine-judge bench observed that even lighting a lamp at home can demonstrate belief, shaping how religious freedom and faith protections are understood.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 13 May 2026

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Pope Leo meets Marco Rubio as tensions with Trump over Iran war deepen

Pope Leo meets Marco Rubio as tensions with Trump over Iran war deepen

Pope Leo met U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio at the Vatican amid mounting strains between the Pope and President Trump. The talks centered on Western Hemisphere issues and protecting religious freedom, with the Pope reiterating his commitment to peace and urging opposition to nuclear weapons. The meeting comes as Trump continues to face criticism over the unfolding Iran war situation.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 7 May 2026
Supreme Court questions whether non believers can demand entry to Sabarimala

Supreme Court questions whether non believers can demand entry to Sabarimala

A nine judge Supreme Court bench is examining the scope of entry rights to religious places, hearing arguments tied to Sabarimala in Kerala. The court questioned how a non believer from North India could claim a right to enter. The hearing also overlaps with discrimination against women at religious sites and how far religious freedom protections extend.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 29 Apr 2026
Supreme Court tells Sabarimala protesters rules exist or anarchy wins in women entry fight

Supreme Court tells Sabarimala protesters rules exist or anarchy wins in women entry fight

The Supreme Court said every religious institution must function with norms and modalities, not anarchy, while hearing pleas challenging discrimination against women at Sabarimala. A nine-judge bench stressed that the right to manage religious affairs cannot be used to justify unchecked actions. Regulation is permissible only within constitutional limits, including safeguards against discrimination.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 28 Apr 2026
Supreme Court reopens Sabarimala entry fight for women aged 10 to 50

Supreme Court reopens Sabarimala entry fight for women aged 10 to 50

The Supreme Court has resumed hearing the Sabarimala Temple entry case, focusing on whether women aged 10 to 50 can enter. The court’s task is to weigh long-standing religious customs against the constitutional promise of individual equality. Whatever the outcome, it will likely influence the direction of other religious freedom disputes across India.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026

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Supreme Court Slams WhatsApp University as Sabarimala Religious Freedom Bench Hears Women Entry Case

Supreme Court Slams WhatsApp University as Sabarimala Religious Freedom Bench Hears Women Entry Case

The Supreme Court, hearing petitions tied to religious freedom and discrimination, said it respects learned opinions but dismissed “WhatsApp University” information as unreliable. The remarks came during proceedings before a nine-judge bench examining rules around women’s entry into temples, including the Sabarimala matter. Lawyers cited scholarly works while arguing how constitutional rights should apply.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
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