New Delhi, June 3 -- A major fire ripped through a bed-and-breakfast facility in the densely populated Malviya Nagar area of South Delhi early on Wednesday, leaving at least 21 people dead, including 17 foreign nationals, and injuring several others. The tragedy took place at 8:48 AM.

As investigators intensified their probe into the tragedy, a team of Delhi Police officers visited the residence of Lovkesh Bajaj, co-owner of Hotel Flourish Stay, after preliminary findings pointed to serious breaches of building regulations and fire safety norms at the property.

Bajaj was arrested hours after the tragic incident, according to PTI citing officials.

The Delhi Police issued a look-out circular (LoC) against Bajaj and the other accused. Thi...