US military permits Sikh soldier to wear beard, turban
In a landmark decision, the US military has granted a decorated Sikh-American officer a long-term religious accommodation allowing him to continue serving while maintaining his articles of faith of keeping a beard and wearing a turban.
Apr 02, 2016, 11:38 AM IST
Sikh Army captain sues U.S. military over grooming policy tests
A Sikh Army captain filed suit against the U.S. military on Monday after being ordered to undergo "extraordinary, targeted, repetitive testing" before receiving permanent permission to wear a beard and long hair for his religion.
Mar 01, 2016, 06:12 AM IST