Overview
- Police and forensic inquiries are underway after eight deaths in an Indore house blaze and nine in a Palam, Delhi mixed‑use building fire.
- Indore investigators cite a suspected EV‑charging short circuit and report 10–11 LPG cylinders inside the home, though a surviving son disputes the EV link and alleges delayed response.
- Authorities in Delhi say the Palam fire raced through a building with clothing and cosmetic stock, with neighbours and reports pointing to highly flammable products that accelerated the blaze.
- Around 30 fire tenders, 11 ambulances and multi‑agency teams responded in Delhi, as locals alleged equipment issues and delays; a magisterial probe and a citywide fire audit have been ordered alongside state compensation.
- Madhya Pradesh leaders announced an expert committee and proposed SOPs for EV charging, while the Prime Minister approved ex‑gratia payments of Rs 2 lakh per deceased and Rs 50,000 per injured.