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Delhi Blaze: Court permits police to quiz hotel owner

A Delhi court has deemed the arrest of hotel owner Lavkesh Bajaj lawful and justified following a devastating fire at his Malviya Nagar establishment. The blaze claimed 21 lives, including nine Indians and twelve foreigners, with the hotel allegedly operating without a fire NOC. Police have been granted four days of custody for interrogation.

5 Jun 2026 12:45 am