IKEA accused of racism at Hyderabad store, faces massive backlash

Following widespread condemnation over alleged racist behavior by its employees at its Hyderabad store, Swedish furniture retailer IKEA has stated it "regrets the inconvenience" the complainants have experienced. However, it added its employees were only following "mandatory billing protocol." The dispute erupted after journalist Nitin Sethi claimed that his wife, who hails from Manipur, was subjected to racial treatment at the store.