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flag A Varanasi jewellers' group banned sales to customers covering their faces, citing theft concerns, starting Jan. 10, 2026.

flag A Varanasi-based unit of the Uttar Pradesh Jewellers Association has banned jewellery sales to customers wearing burqas, veils, masks, or helmets, citing security concerns and reported thefts. flag The rule, effective January 10, 2026, targets fully covered faces to aid identification and prevent fraud. flag The association did not specify enforcement methods, exceptions, or the policy’s duration. flag The move has sparked debate over religious attire rights, though no government action supports the ban. flag No official details on its legal basis or scope were provided.

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