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New rules permitting Sikh law enforcement officials to wear turbans rather than traditional police hats have been introduced in new york, officials say.Under the new rules, nonsecular members of the force are permissible to grow beards up to half-an-inch long.Sikh officers have so far worn turbans underneath their caps. Beards haven't been allowable.Mr. O'Neill declared the new rules following a graduation ceremony for new police recruits atSikhs usually cover their heads with turbans and are forbidden from shaving their beards.