India news Live Updates, 8 November 2026: Delhi building collapse toll touches 7 after 70-hour rescue ops
On November 5, a three-story building collapse in central Delhi's Hauz Qazi area resulted in the tragic death of seven individuals. Rescue operations have been ongoing for over 70 hours, yet authorities have yet to confirm if any additional victims may still be trapped. Among the deceased, Luchhuman Mukhiya, a 66-year-old resident of Bihar's Darbhanga, was identified.
The building owner, Saimullah alias Ayub, and three contractors - Siraj, Tajuddin, and Furkan - have been arrested in connection with the incident. No building plan was sanctioned for the structure, which was nearing completion when the collapse occurred. Pollution levels in Delhi remained high on Diwali, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) reaching 384, prompting concerns about the health impacts of prolonged exposure to polluted air.
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