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Far-right Italian govt announces burqa ban in schools as it prepares for next year’s election

Far-right Italian govt announces burqa ban in schools as it prepares for next year’s election

The proposal comes amid the threat posed by the National Future (FN), an ultra-right group in the country, following the strong momentum it gained in the recently held elections and its call for tougher measures on burqas in schools.

21 Sept 2026 12:48 PM IST

This is a Hindutva Govt: Maharashtra minister demands ban on burqa in schools

This is a Hindutva Govt: Maharashtra minister demands ban on burqa in...

30 Jan 2025 6:52 PM IST

Indian politicians react to Switzerlands burqa ban

Indian politicians react to Switzerland's 'burqa ban'

The new law, which bans facial coverings in public spaces and imposes fines of up to 1,000 Swiss francs ($1,144), came...

2 Jan 2025 6:14 PM IST

Switzerland to enforce burqa ban from January 2025, joins 16 other nations

Switzerland to enforce burqa ban from January 2025, joins 16 other nations

Under the new Swiss law, violators could face fines up to 1,000 Swiss Francs, though exceptions allow face coverings on...

11 Nov 2024 11:58 AM IST