The devastating fire at Flourish Stay BnB in Delhi's Malviya Nagar claimed 21 lives, including 12 foreign nationals. Amid the tragedy, rescuers discovered heartbreaking scenes that highlighted the human cost of the disaster. One couple was found dead in a locked washroom, embracing each other while trying to escape the thick smoke. Another couple was discovered sitting on a bed, unable to survive the flames. A wheelchair-bound victim was also among those who lost their lives. Local residents played a heroic role, using mattresses, ropes, and ladders to rescue trapped guests. Authorities suspect a short circuit caused the blaze, and investigations are underway. (PC: X)

Several local residents emerged as heroes during the deadly fire at the Flourish Stay B&B in Delhi's Malviya Nagar that killed 21 people on Wednesday. Mohammad Afzal and other residents rushed to the spot before emergency teams arrived and spread mattresses on the street to help trapped guests jump to safety. Bedsheets from a nearby shop were also used to carry injured victims.   Waseem Raja, a Max Hospital employee, used his medical training to perform CPR and assist unconscious survivors suffering from smoke inhalation. Other trained residents joined rescue efforts alongside firefighters. A father-son duo, Riyazuddin Mansoori and Arman Mansoori, emptied their mattress shop to support the rescue operation. Their quick thinking and courage helped save several lives during one of Delhi's deadliest fire tragedies in recent years. (PC: India Today)

A 19-year-old NEET aspirant from Madhya Pradesh's Mauganj district died by suicide after reportedly falling into depression following the cancellation of the NEET-UG exam amid the paper leak controversy.   Akanksha Chaturvedi had appeared for the exam on May 3 and was expecting to score around 650 marks, according to her family. The National Testing Agency cancelled the exam on May 12 and announced a re-test on June 21.   In a suicide note, Akanksha wrote that she did not have the courage to take the examination again and was uncertain about her future performance. Her family said they had taken loans and made financial sacrifices to support her dream of becoming a doctor. The incident has renewed concerns over the emotional impact of the NEET paper leak controversy on students. (PC: India Today)

Eight members of the Agarwal family were among the 21 people killed in the devastating fire at Delhi’s Flourish Stay B&B in Malviya Nagar. The family had booked two rooms at the hotel to remain close to a nearby hospital where patriarch Radhe Shyam Agarwal was undergoing treatment in the ICU. Those who died included chartered accountant Vivek Agarwal, his wife Tarjini, his mother Prem Lata, daughters Jivisa and Variya, and three relatives. According to family members, Vivek made a desperate phone call during the blaze, fearing they would not survive. The tragedy has left Radhe Shyam Agarwal as the sole surviving member of his immediate family. (PC: News18)

The family of Abhijeet Dipke has temporarily relocated from their residence in Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar to an undisclosed location amid growing attention surrounding his planned June 6 protest in Delhi. Dipke, founder of the Cockroach Janata Party, has called for a demonstration highlighting alleged systemic failures in the education sector. His father, Bhagwanrao Dipke, said the family has received no threats but remains concerned about his safety. Human rights activist Asim Sarode stated that Dipke is prepared for possible arrest and views the issue as affecting millions of students and parents. Dipke has invited supporters, including Sonam Wangchuk, to join the protest. (PC: Reuters)

A major fire broke out at a hospital in Muzaffarpur, Bihar, killing three people and injuring more than 20 others. The blaze reportedly started in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) on the fifth floor, with preliminary reports suggesting a short circuit as the possible cause. Thick smoke rapidly spread through the building, triggering panic among patients, attendants and staff. Emergency teams launched a rescue operation and evacuated over 20 patients, several of whom remain in critical condition. Authorities shifted critically ill patients to nearby hospitals for treatment. The Civil Surgeon and local officials reached the site to supervise relief efforts as investigations continue into the exact cause.

Delhi Police have arrested Lavkesh Bajaj, owner of the building that housed the Flourish Stay guest house in Malviya Nagar, where a fire killed 21 people on Wednesday. An FIR has been registered under charges including culpable homicide.   Investigators allege the property was operating without a mandatory fire NOC and was violating several safety norms. Officials said the building had a single entry-exit point, sealed windows and a sensor-operated main door, which may have hampered evacuation during the fire.   Police also suspect the guest house exceeded its approved capacity, allegedly running around 25 rooms despite permission for only six. Authorities have launched a wider inspection drive across Delhi to identify similar safety violations. (PC: HT)

Eight members of a Gurugram family were among the 21 people killed in the devastating fire at Delhi's Flourish Stay hotel in Malviya Nagar on Wednesday. Vivek Agarwal, a chartered accountant, had travelled to Delhi with his wife, two daughters and four relatives to visit his ailing father, who is undergoing treatment at a hospital in the capital.   The family was having breakfast at the hotel when the fire broke out. All eight died in the tragedy, leaving Vivek's 80-year-old father as the only immediate survivor.   Authorities said the fire spread rapidly through the five-storey building. Investigators are examining possible safety violations, including reports that the hotel was operating far more rooms than permitted under its licence. (PC: NDTV)

The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved two major schemes worth nearly ₹20,000 crore. A ₹10,000-crore Fuel Price Stabilisation Fund will help keep aviation turbine fuel (ATF) prices stable for airlines amid rising global oil prices. The government said the move will reduce pressure on airlines and help control airfare fluctuations. The Cabinet also cleared a ₹9,585-crore clean transport scheme for Delhi-NCR. The programme aims to replace old trucks and buses with cleaner BS-VI and electric vehicles. Officials said the scheme will help reduce air pollution, lower fuel use and support cleaner transport across the region.

The Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) faced criticism after announcing an all-male team of spokespersons ahead of its planned protest in Delhi. Critics, including Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Priyanka Chaturvedi, questioned the lack of female representation. Responding to the criticism, founder Abhijeet Dipke said, “We respect their decision,” explaining that female team members chose not to take public-facing roles because of online threats and attacks. He invited more women to join the movement as spokespersons. CJP recently named three spokespersons and said they will lead public communication efforts. The group plans to hold a protest over examination-related issues.