Wintrack Inc. CEO Prawin Ganeshan has accused Chennai customs officials of corruption and harassment, alleging bribery demands and goods being held up. He announced halting exports and imports from India due to these issues, prompting the revenue department to launch a senior-level investigation into the serious claims. The company fears retaliation after going public.

Ladakh faced unrest after a September 24 protest. Four people died during security forces’ response. Activist Sonam Wangchuk ended his hunger strike. He sought Sixth Schedule status and statehood. Residents demand a judicial inquiry into the deaths. Local leaders continue their call for self-governance. The region seeks resolution for its demands.

India on Thursday condemned the deadly terror attack on a synagogue in Britain’s Manchester, and said it is yet another grim reminder of the challenge the world is facing from the “evil forces of terrorism”.