The Taliban’s governor in Khost said on Sunday that Islamic law is applied first in government institutions and then, in society.

Abdul Qayyum Rouhani added that a special committee will be appointed to implement the Taliban's orders and laws throughout the country.

Some men's hair salons in Khost and Paktia provinces told Afghanistan International that the Taliban has imposed a fine of 10,000 afghanis for cutting hair in a modern style.

The group warned the owners of such salons that if they violated the law, their shops would be closed for a month.

The emphasis of Taliban officials on the implementation of Islamic laws in the light of the Sharia law desired by this group is not new.

Previously, the Taliban had forced employees of all government institutions to perform prayers, sport beards, and wear the clothing desired by the group.