Locals in Leh thronged markets on Saturday after authorities relaxed the curfew for a brief period, following violent clashes earlier in the week that resulted in four deaths and nearly 100 injuries.

On Saturday, officials said that they had relaxed the curfew for a few hours. “The situation remained peaceful and people visited shops in good numbers,” said a Leh police official.

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A shopkeeper selling fruits said he opened the shop after four days. “We are

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