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Delhi Building Collapse: Search For Survivors

Delhi Building Collapse: Search For Survivors

Rediff.com7 Sep 2026

Emergency personnel, NDRF teams, police and rescue workers continue to search for survivors.

Delhi building collapse: Death toll rises to 7; 12 rescued

Delhi building collapse: Death toll rises to 7; 12 rescued

Rediff.com7 Sep 2026

A 50-year-old multi-storey building in Delhi's Satya Niketan area collapsed, resulting in six deaths and 11 rescues. The incident occurred during repair work, prompting a police case against the building owner and a magisterial inquiry.

Delhi building collapse: Absconding PG operator surrenders before court

Delhi building collapse: Absconding PG operator surrenders before court

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

A Delhi court has rejected the anticipatory bail plea of Shubham Tyagi, an accused in the Satya Niketan building collapse that killed seven people. Tyagi was allegedly co-running a paying guest facility in the collapsed building and failed to disclose a crucial rent agreement, which weighed heavily against his plea. The court noted a "joint venture" with co-accused Sudhanshu and the need for further investigation into their roles and the money trail.

Delhi building collapse: Student's family questions four-hour rescue delay

Delhi building collapse: Student's family questions four-hour rescue delay

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

A 20-year-old student, Aditya, survived a building collapse in Delhi after being trapped for four hours, during which he communicated with his family. His family is now questioning the significant delay in his rescue, despite him being conscious and able to call for help. The incident, which killed seven, has led to an inquiry and the arrest of the building owner.

Delhi building collapse: Bloodied student records video from under rubble

Delhi building collapse: Bloodied student records video from under rubble

Rediff.com7 Sep 2026

A five-storey building housing a boys' hostel in Delhi's Satya Niketan collapsed, resulting in three student deaths and five critical injuries. The incident, which occurred on a Sunday afternoon, sparked frantic rescue operations and raised serious concerns about building maintenance and safety in the congested student neighbourhood. An investigation is underway to find the building's owner.

Delhi building collapse: For rental income, owners built extra floors

Delhi building collapse: For rental income, owners built extra floors

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

Delhi Police have registered an FIR in connection with the Satya Niketan building collapse that killed seven people, alleging that the owners constructed additional floors on an old structure despite concerns over its load-bearing capacity and that further construction work was underway.

Delhi building collapse: PIL in HC seeks Rs 1cr compensation

Delhi building collapse: PIL in HC seeks Rs 1cr compensation

Rediff.com7 Sep 2026

The Delhi High Court has allowed urgent listing of a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) concerning the recent building collapse in Satya Niketan, Delhi, which resulted in seven deaths. The PIL seeks compensation for victims, a safety audit of PGs and hostels, and an independent inquiry, while police have issued a lookout notice for the building owner.

Delhi building collapse: Owner, wife sent to jail; son in 2-day police custody

Delhi building collapse: Owner, wife sent to jail; son in 2-day police custody

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

The owner of the building that collapsed in Satya Niketan, Delhi, killing seven people, has been apprehended from Rajasthan's Bhiwadi area. Hariram Gupta was arrested after a massive search operation, having gone into hiding immediately after the incident. Police are continuing their investigation into the circumstances of the collapse and the repair work being carried out.

Delhi building collapse toll rises to 6; two MCD engineers suspened

Delhi building collapse toll rises to 6; two MCD engineers suspened

Rediff.com31 May 2026

A three-storey commercial building collapsed near Saket Metro station in south Delhi, resulting in four fatalities. Rescue operations have concluded, and an inquiry into the cause of the collapse has been initiated.

Delhi building that collapsed didn't have columns and beams

Delhi building that collapsed didn't have columns and beams

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

Seven people died in the collapse of a Satya Niketan PG building near Delhi University's South Campus, which reportedly had chronic water seepage and lacked structural columns and beams. Police have arrested the PG owners and are investigating a labour contractor. The incident has led to the suspension of MCD officials, city-wide building inspections, and a Delhi High Court inquiry into the tragedy.

Delhi PG operator held after building collapse, leaseholders under scanner

Delhi PG operator held after building collapse, leaseholders under scanner

Rediff.com9 Sep 2026

A PG operator has been arrested following the collapse of a five-storey building in Delhi's Satya Niketan, which resulted in seven deaths. Police are investigating the role of the building's leaseholders, the 'Hostel Daze' PG operators, and the construction work carried out. Another partner is absconding, and a labour contractor has also been apprehended as authorities scrutinise the controversial rent agreement and alleged unauthorised construction.

'Removal of critical wall led to Delhi PG building collapse'

'Removal of critical wall led to Delhi PG building collapse'

Rediff.com9 Sep 2026

Police investigations into the collapse of a five-storey PG building in Delhi's Satya Niketan reveal that three truckloads of debris were used to level the basement, and a crucial wall was removed on the ground floor shortly before the incident. Seven people died and five were injured. The building owner, labour contractor, and a PG operator have been arrested, while another operator is absconding. Concerns about building safety and unauthorised construction in the area have been raised.

5 killed in PG building collapse in Delhi, several trapped; owner absconding

5 killed in PG building collapse in Delhi, several trapped; owner absconding

Rediff.com6 Sep 2026

A five-storey boys' paying guest (PG) accommodation in Satya Niketan, South Delhi, collapsed, resulting in one fatality and trapping several individuals. Rescue operations are ongoing in the congested area, with locals citing ongoing basement construction and the building's age as potential factors.

SEE: CCTV captures moment Delhi building came crashing down

SEE: CCTV captures moment Delhi building came crashing down

Rediff.com7 Sep 2026

Dramatic CCTV footage has emerged showing the moment a five-storey building in Delhi's Satya Niketan collapsed, killing seven people and injuring 11, as rescue operations continue.

Saket Building Collapse: Owner Arrested After Tragedy

Saket Building Collapse: Owner Arrested After Tragedy

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

Delhi Police have arrested the owner of the building that collapsed in Saket, resulting in six deaths and several injuries.

Delhi Collapse Site Under Tight Vigil

Delhi Collapse Site Under Tight Vigil

Rediff.com9 Sep 2026

Scenes from the aftermath of Delhi's Satya Niketan building collapse on Tuesday.

Delhi building collapse: Sibal faces public ire

Delhi building collapse: Sibal faces public ire

Rediff.com28 Sep 2011

Union Human Resource Development Minister Kapil Sibal on Tuesday night faced the ire of people at a government hospital when he arrived there to visit those injured in the Old Delhi building collapse.

In PHOTOS: East Delhi building collapse

In PHOTOS: East Delhi building collapse

Rediff.com16 Nov 2010

The death toll in the east Delhi building collapse mounted to 66 on Tuesday as scores of rescue workers struggled to pull out those trapped in the debris of one of the worst such incidents in the capital.

Delhi PG collapse: Contractor held, rent pact under scanner

Delhi PG collapse: Contractor held, rent pact under scanner

Rediff.com9 Sep 2026

A labour contractor has been apprehended in connection with the collapse of a five-storey building in Delhi's Satya Niketan, which resulted in seven deaths. The building owners are in judicial custody, and investigations are scrutinising construction work and a controversial rent agreement that disclaimed liability for tenant casualties. Authorities are also planning new policies to regulate PGs and ensure safety.

Satya Niketan collapse: Student bodies demand immediate safety audit

Satya Niketan collapse: Student bodies demand immediate safety audit

Rediff.com6 Sep 2026

A building collapse in Satya Niketan, near Delhi University, has prompted student and teacher organisations to demand a comprehensive safety audit of paying guest accommodations across the city. The incident has highlighted concerns over structural compliance, fire safety, illegal constructions, and inadequate living conditions for students.

Opposition slams Centre, Delhi govt over fatal hostel collapse

Opposition slams Centre, Delhi govt over fatal hostel collapse

Rediff.com6 Sep 2026

A five-storey boys' hostel in Satya Niketan, Delhi, collapsed, killing three students and trapping others, leading to widespread condemnation from opposition parties. Leaders from Congress and AAP criticised both the central and Delhi governments, highlighting inadequate hostel facilities and demanding accountability for student safety.

Satya Niketan Collapse: The Aftermath

Satya Niketan Collapse: The Aftermath

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

Scenes from the aftermath of the five-storey building collapse in Satya Niketan, near Delhi University's South Campus.

Delhi PG collapse: Locals flag weak foundation, waterlogged basement

Delhi PG collapse: Locals flag weak foundation, waterlogged basement

Rediff.com6 Sep 2026

A five-storey PG accommodation in Satya Niketan, South-West Delhi, collapsed, trapping numerous students and raising immediate concerns about building safety and construction standards in congested areas. Residents reported a "sudden tremor" and rushed to assist in rescue efforts, highlighting the precarious state of old buildings converted into student housing without proper maintenance or structural checks.

SC to consider issues linked to Delhi PG collapse on Thursday

SC to consider issues linked to Delhi PG collapse on Thursday

Rediff.com8 Sep 2026

The Supreme Court will consider issues related to the Satya Niketan building collapse, which killed seven students, and has called for a time-bound inspection and safety audit of PG accommodations and similar establishments across Delhi. The court noted the overlap with its ongoing pan-India monitoring of unauthorised constructions and safety violations.

Satya Niketan collapse: Nadda assures Delhi CM of all support

Satya Niketan collapse: Nadda assures Delhi CM of all support

Rediff.com6 Sep 2026

A five-storey building housing a boys' hostel in Satya Niketan, South Delhi, collapsed, resulting in three student deaths and several injuries. Union Health Minister J P Nadda and Home Minister Amit Shah have assured support and are monitoring the situation. Rescue operations are ongoing, with many feared trapped, and an investigation into the building's owner is underway.

Delhi PG collapse: Students trapped under debris calling on phones for help

Delhi PG collapse: Students trapped under debris calling on phones for help

Rediff.com6 Sep 2026

A five-storey building in South Delhi's Satya Niketan area collapsed, trapping an estimated 30 to 50 students under the debris. Rescue operations are ongoing, with locals reporting calls from those trapped inside. The building, a PG accommodation, was reportedly undergoing basement construction and had a weak foundation. Residents expressed concerns about the age and maintenance of buildings in the area.

11 dead as building collapses before dawn in Delhi

11 dead as building collapses before dawn in Delhi

Rediff.com19 Apr 2025

A multi-storey residential building collapsed in northeast Delhi's Shakti Vihar area in the early hours of Saturday, leaving 11 people dead and 11 injured, officials said.

'Why did I let him come?' Mother's agony after DU student dies in Delhi collapse

'Why did I let him come?' Mother's agony after DU student dies in Delhi collapse

Rediff.com7 Sep 2026

A Delhi University student, Arpit, was among seven people killed in a building collapse in Satya Niketan. The story highlights the profound grief of his mother, who had a premonition, and his friends, who mourn unfulfilled plans. The building owner has been apprehended, and a magisterial inquiry is underway.

Kiran Bedi seeks role in Satya Niketan hostel collapse case, HC says...

Kiran Bedi seeks role in Satya Niketan hostel collapse case, HC says...

Rediff.com17 Sep 2026

Retired IPS officer Kiran Bedi has sought to intervene in a Delhi High Court case regarding the collapse of a hostel building in Satya Niketan, which resulted in seven deaths. The court acknowledged her experience despite opposition from the Centre, Delhi government, and MCD, who were given three days to respond to her plea. The High Court had previously ordered an inquiry into the September 6 collapse, highlighting concerns about housing safety and regulatory measures.

Kiran Bedi seeks role in Satya Niketan hostel collapse case, HC says...

Kiran Bedi seeks role in Satya Niketan hostel collapse case, HC says...

Rediff.com17 Sep 2026

Retired IPS officer Kiran Bedi on Thursday approached the Delhi high court seeking to be made a party in a matter concerning the hostel building collapse in Satya Niketan that left seven people dead, saying she wanted to bring forth "critical public domain disclosures" and the "nexus" in the operation of PG hostels.

6 dead, 8 injured as 4-storey building collapses in Delhi

6 dead, 8 injured as 4-storey building collapses in Delhi

Rediff.com12 Jul 2025

'Around 7 am, I was in my house when I heard a loud noise and there was dust all over. When I came down, I saw that our neighbour's home has collapsed'

Delhi building collapse: Search on for survivors

Delhi building collapse: Search on for survivors

Rediff.com17 Nov 2010

Rescue workers on Wednesday continued to search for trapped survivors amidst the debris of the collapsed building in East Delhi. A senior fire brigade official said the debris clearance operation at the collapsed spot in Lalita Park is going on and it may take some more hours to clear it. The toll in the four-storey building collapse in East Delhi rose to 67 with the death of an injured victim late on Tuesday night.

Illegal constructions above 4 floors to be sealed in Delhi

Illegal constructions above 4 floors to be sealed in Delhi

Rediff.com7 Sep 2026

Following a tragic building collapse in Satya Niketan that claimed five lives, the Municipal Corporation of Delhi has ordered the immediate sealing of all illegal constructions with more than four floors and vowed strict action against negligent officials.

Delhi building collapse: Dikshit blames civic body

Delhi building collapse: Dikshit blames civic body

Rediff.com16 Nov 2010

As the tragedy of the building collapse in east Delhi unfolded, a blame-game has begun between the Delhi government and Municipal Corporation of Delhi. Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit directly putting the onus on the civic body for the accident and the Bharatiya Janata Party-ruled agency denied the charge.

Three killed in West Delhi building collapse

Three killed in West Delhi building collapse

Rediff.com3 Dec 2011

Three persons, including two women, were killed when a four-storeyed building collapsed in west Delhi on Saturday morning. The building located near Uttam Nagar Metro Station came down at around 11:30 am while some construction was going on in the basement of the building.

Delhi building collapse toll rises, angry locals protest

Delhi building collapse toll rises, angry locals protest

Rediff.com28 Sep 2011

Two more persons, who were injured in Tuesday night's building collapse in Old Delhi, died on Wednesday, taking the toll to seven even as rescue operations continued at the spot of the tragedy for the second day.

4 students among 5 killed in Delhi building collapse

4 students among 5 killed in Delhi building collapse

Rediff.com25 Jan 2020

Around 30 students were attending classes at a coaching centre when the fourth floor of the building collapsed, trapping them under the debris. 13 people have been shifted to a hospital.

Post Delhi Collapse: 'Our Parents Want Us Back Home'

Post Delhi Collapse: 'Our Parents Want Us Back Home'

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

'We are living in the belief that our building will not fall.'

Don't send your kids to Delhi, say shattered families

Don't send your kids to Delhi, say shattered families

Rediff.com9 Sep 2026

Families of students killed or injured in a paying guest accommodation collapse in Delhi's Satya Niketan are returning home shattered, questioning the city's safety and warning others against sending their children to the national capital for education.

5 MCD officials suspended after 7 deaths in Satya Niketan

5 MCD officials suspended after 7 deaths in Satya Niketan

Rediff.com7 Sep 2026

The Municipal Corporation of Delhi has suspended a Deputy Commissioner and four engineers from the South Zone following the collapse of a five-storey building in Satya Niketan, which resulted in seven deaths. The suspensions were issued by the MCD Vigilance Department under disciplinary proceedings.