She’s known for her risque, explicit ensembles that include sheer bodysuits, skin-tights leggings and cleavage-baring tops.

But it’s not the runway that Bianca Censori is debuting her stylish looks on, but rather bizarrely ordinary venues – including the Cheesecake Factory restaurant, Starbucks and a Westfield mall.

While it’s clear rapper Kanye West – who goes by ‘Ye’ – still has influence in the fashion world despite falling out of favour due to anti-Semitic and sexist outbursts,  the ordinary streets of West Hollywood have now become his catwalk. 

The brains behind Yeezy, 46, is styling his wife, 29, in flesh-baring outfits, but the couple are more likely to be pictured popping in and out of parking lots than rubbing shoulders at premieres with A-listers – which perhaps makes Bianca’s outfit choices seem even more outrageous.

West Hollywood with Kanye.

She had on a metallic silver micro miniskirt and thong underwear that exposed her bare butt cheeks as well as a busty triangle bikini top. 

Bianca’s outfit looked straight out of Kim’s closet. Kim, 43, is an avid wearer of silver bikinis and her clothing brand SKIMS famously released a metallic swimwear line in the summer of 2022. 

However, in contrast, the reality star sported the ensemble at venues where audacious clothing choices were expected: A SKIMS pop-up in Miami and glamorous beach holidays, posing up a storm on the shore.

Elsewhere Bianca and Ye headed to the mall in yet another explicit outfit on Monday.

The couple were spotted strolling through The Grove in LA, and heading to family restaurant The Cheesecake Factory to grab a bite. 

The couple were spotted strolling through The Grove in LA, and heading to family restaurant The Cheesecake Factory to grab a bite

Meanwhile last month, the couple were going for dinner in Paris – and Bianca sported crotch-flashing tights, but covered the area with her phone

In October, the couple also grabbed some Starbucks in Milan, where Bianca stepped out in a revealing white body suit with a plunging neckline

Earlier in the day, at a Beverly Hills building for a business meeting, the rapper was seen pulling down the model’s see-through, neon green tights, which she wore as pants and paired with a tiny, light beige tube top.

She sported a pair of black, pointed-toe pumps and nothing else to complete her risqué ensemble.

Meanwhile last month, the couple were going for dinner in Paris – and Bianca sported crotch-flashing tights, but covered the area with her phone.

In December, Bianca wore a skintight ivory leotard when hitting Disneyland with the rapper and his 10-year-old daughter North.

Bianca, who has developed a reputation for her jaw-dropping outfits, did not seem bothered that her plunging neckline served up a generous helping of cleavage. 

It was a very unusual outfit to model while at the Anaheim, California amusement park that is attended mostly by children. Bianca added yellow boots that looked like high socks. 

Ye also stood out for having what appeared to be a gray shirt over his head, which covered his face from the nose down.

In October, the couple also grabbed some Starbucks in Milan, where Bianca stepped out in a revealing white body suit with a plunging neckline.

She donned silver leggings and beige high heels to complete the look.

And it’s not just for outside spectators. In January Ye uploaded a series of scandalous pictures of his wife Bianca posing almost naked, in a nude string thong one piece.

In one of the photos uploaded by the controversial rapper, Bianca stood facing the kitchen counter preparing food whilst wearing the barely there garment, black knee-high boots and a bizarre leather mask. 

Ye captioned the shocking picture ‘cream of wheat,’ suggesting that his architect wife was cooking up some porridge in her strange outfit. 

The former husband of American media star Kim uploaded another snap of his much younger wife facing a wall in an empty hallway wearing the same provocative outfit with no caption. 

It’s not the first time Ye has appeared to rely on the shock value of audacious dressing in seemingly bizarrely regular settings. 

His honeymoon with Kim, back in 2014, was not set at the celebrity-beloved Lake Como or the French Riviera – but rather, wildly, County Laois in Ireland.

The couple were even spotted leaving the Odeon in Portlaoise before being snapped outside another cinema in Tullamore – around 20 miles away.

The avid cinemagoers are said to have watched X-Men: Days Of Future Past during the first stage of their marathon film-fest.

While still R-rated in nature, it’s likely Bianca’s ensembles wouldn’t cause as much of a commotion if they were contained within the glitz and glamour of Hollywood’s stylist-dressed A-listers. 

In one of the photos uploaded by the controversial rapper, Bianca stood facing the kitchen counter preparing food whilst wearing the barely there garment, black knee-high boots and a bizarre leather mask

The pair seen out for a stroll in Los Angeles in May. Bianca’s form-fitting ensemble was made more audacious with some kitten heels 

A number of stars even appear to be taking inspiration from her.

Earlier this month Kristen Stewart stole the spotlight at the Love Lies Bleeding premiere in Beverly Hills.

The 33-year-old Twilight alum left onlookers in awe as she graced the red carpet in an eye-popping ensemble, just two weeks after surprising fans with her Rolling Stones cover featuring a jockstrap.

Rocking a barely-there black bodysuit, the gorgeous star paired the look with sheer stockings and impossibly high black heels.

She casually draped a black tuxedo jacket off her shoulders, complementing her look as she gathered her brunette tresses into a messy yet stylish bun. 

Meanwhile, US rapper Coi Lerpy wore another thigh-skimming outfit to the Grammy’s.

The Baby Don’t Hurt Me hitmaker opted for a YSL bodysuit from the 2019 archive.

The couple attending the Marni fashion show during the Milan Fashion Week in February, where Bianca’s look seemed to go on and inspire red carpet ensembles

The couple pictured last month at the Marni fashion show during the Milan Fashion Week Womenswear Fall/Winter 2024-2025

Bianca’s fashion week ensemble included a very revealing black bodysuit teamed with hot pink boots

Pictured in May 2022: Bianca wearing a significantly tamer look to the Balenciaga Spring 2023 Runway 

The highcut pant, paired with tights and a blazer without a top, was also reminiscent of Mrs Kanye West.

Meanwhile, The Crown’s Emma Corrin has also been known to rock a leotard.

They first opted for one on the red carpet in 2022, while wearing blue tights and no trousers to a recent event at the South Bank centre.

Miley Cyrus also opted for a no trouser look in a see-through mesh dress to the Grammy’s, as did Doja Cat.

In the UK, singer Tallia Storm went trouser-less to the BRITs, opting for a shirt, Union Jack blazer and stockings. 

Ye has been accused of exhibiting controlling behaviour in his relationship with Bianca.

He is thought to have banned her from using social media to protect her from negative comments, according to insiders, who claim her friends believe it’s really another tactic to further ‘isolate’ her.

Despite the architectural designer’s loved ones even staging an intervention concerning her relationship with the rapper and his ‘controlling ways,’ her husband appears to have changed her attitude towards social media.

Her style and look has completely changed since she began dating the rapper.  

‘Bianca has always had social media and she was active on it – until she married Kanye,’ an insider exclusively told DailyMail.com.

‘He doesn’t want her to have it because he thinks that it will hurt her if she had to read the nasty things that people say.

A number of stars even appear to be taking inspiration from Bianca. Earlier this month Kristen Stewart stole the spotlight at the Love Lies Bleeding premiere in Beverly Hills

Meanwhile, US rapper Coi Lerpy wore another thigh-skimming outfit to the Grammy’s. The Baby Don’t Hurt Me hitmaker opted for a YSL bodysuit from the 2019 archive

Emma Corrin stepped out in this high-cut bodysuit look for the My Policeman premiere in Toronto back in September 2022

Laverne Cox, known for her sartorial prowess, opted for a body suit during the Mugler show during PFW in Paris

‘He convinced her that, since she is a star now, she has to remain a mystery and it is creepy to those who know her as it feels like another form of control.’

However, friends have taken issue with the fact the rapper, who goes by the name Ye, is posting racy images of his wife on his own Instagram account – despite allegedly claiming she needs protection.

The insider added: ‘He is pushing her nakedness all over his own [account] so that he can control her narrative. It is disturbing, and by shutting her off from the world he is causing her to become more and more isolated.’

Friends are said to be stunned to see the usually assertive designer going along with Kanye’s demands as the source stressed: ‘This strong Bianca that was not going to deal with his s*** anymore has seemingly vanished once again. 

‘She is wearing what he wants, going where he wants and doing what he wants because she really has no other choice. She went from being his designer to his wife, which is unfortunately, not a paid position. She’s trapped.’

Back in October, DailyMail.com revealed that the Grammy-winning rapper had instructed his wife to ‘never speak’ – and issued her a set of rules to live by, including specific foods she can eat and what she can wear.

Insiders claimed the designer has ‘no mind of her own anymore’ and instead simply ‘obeys’ the controversial rapper, because he has convinced her they have ‘royal’ status. 

‘Kanye has a set of rules for Bianca, which includes never speak and wear what he wants her to wear,’ the source explained. ‘She is also required to eat certain food items and to work out even though Kanye doesn’t work out.’

Bianca and Kanye secretly wed in December 2022, just one month after he finalized his divorce from Kim Kardashian. 

Other stars like Bella Hadid and Kanye’s former sisters-in-law Kylie and Kendall Jenner have gone trouserless looks.

Kanye was also known for transforming his ex-wife’s style.

Soon after Kim and Kanye started dating in 2012, he completely overhauled her closet – forcing her to get rid of everything that he didn’t approve of.

It was documented for an episode of Kim’s reality show, Keeping Up With the Kardashians. 

The clip showed the musician going through all of the star’s clothes, shoes, and handbags – and picking out numerous things that he didn’t like to give away.

‘Babe, you gotta clean out everything,’ he said, as a clearly stressed out Kim stared at one of the purses he wanted to eliminate.

‘No, no I need these,’ she begged as he grabbed a pair of her heels off the shelf. ‘Oh hell no,’ the musician responded. 

‘Kanye’s definitely inspired me to want to be more of an individual,’ she said during a confessional. ‘I think my style is just evolving and changing.

‘He’s a fashion designer and he loves clothes so I’m excited to, like, collaborate with him to see what his take on fashion is.’ 

Throughout their six-year marriage, Kim’s style certainly went through an evolution. Soon after they tied the knot in 2014, she started wearing much more revealing and sensual looks. She also ditched bright patterns and eye-popping colours for darker and simpler outfits instead. 

Kim ditched bright patterns and eye-popping colours for darker and simpler outfits instead. She’s seen left in 2010 and right in 2016

In 2016, she credited Kanye with the change, telling CNN Style , ‘I really think that my relationship with my husband Kanye changed everything.’ They’re seen in 2019

In 2016, she credited Kanye with the change, telling CNN Style, ‘I really think that my relationship with my husband Kanye changed everything.

‘Back in the day, I thought I had the best style. I look back at outfits and I’m, like, mortified.

‘Before, I used to always think more is more and I used to accessorize and wear bracelets and earrings and necklaces. I used to do it all. 

‘Now I definitely understand how much cooler it is just to be a little bit simpler.’ 

It was no secret that Kanye heavily influenced the way Kim dressed while they were together – and after they split in 2021, Kim admitted during an episode of her show that she was struggling to pick out outfits without him.

‘I got to a point where I would ask him for advice for everything – down to what I wear,’ she explained. ‘Now I’m having panic attacks like, what do I wear?

‘I think that fashion has always been something that I’ve always been really into, but I’ve never been the creative.

‘I definitely see what I like but I’ve never really been the visionary. Kanye would come in and be like, “You should do your hair like this. You should do your makeup like this.” That’s his love language, it’s clothes. And so, I always just trusted in him.’

After working with Kanye, Kim became a style icon of the noughties with many A-listers dressing like her.  

After they split in 2021, Kim admitted during an episode of her show that she was struggling to pick out outfits without him. They are seen in 2018

Similarly to Julia, soon after Kim and Kanye (seen in 2016) started dating in 2012, he completely overhauled her closet – forcing her to get rid of everything that he didn’t approve of

After Kim and Kanye split, the rapper started dating actress Julia Fox.

Before she was linked to the rapper, Julia would often sport simple and chic looks – including reserved jumpsuits and modest suits.

But soon after she confirmed that she was dating Kanye in early 2022, her sense of style changed practically over night.

During the first weeks of their romance, the Uncut Gems star, now 33, was spotted wearing a slew of daring and bold looks – including a bright blue trench coat, low-rise pants that left her thong on full display, a metallic body suit, and numerous tiny crop tops that completely exposed her stomach.

The couple made headlines in January of that year when they showed up to the Kenzo show at Paris Fashion Week donning matching all-denim looks.

They also wore similar black leather ensembles at the Schiaparelli runway event days later.

The couple made headlines in January of that year when they showed up to the Kenzo show at Paris Fashion Week donning matching all-denim looks

They also wore similarly intense black leather ensembles at the Schiaparelli runway event days later

Julia (seen left in 2019 and right in 2022) said he gifted her an entire ‘hotel suite full of new clothes’ following their second date and convinced her to get rid of almost all of her ‘old’ stuff

Julia later spoke out about how important the way she dressed was to Kanye, telling Interview magazine that he completely ‘transformed’ her closet within days of them meeting.

She revealed that he actually gifted her an entire ‘hotel suite full of new clothes’ following their second date.

‘It was every girl’s dream come true. It felt like a real Cinderella moment,’ she recalled. 

‘I don’t know how he did it, or how he got all of it there in time. But I was so surprised. Like, who does things like this on a second date? Or any date.’

The model added that soon after, he convinced her to get rid of almost all of her ‘old clothes.’

‘A couple days later, all my s**t was in boxes, gone. It was so cathartic,’ she shared. ‘It wasn’t like I was just packing up my old clothes, it was like I was packing up my old life.’

Kanye West’s wife Bianca Censori headed to the mall in yet another explicit outfit on Monday.

The couple were spotted at The Grove in Los Angeles, and she certainly turned heads with her outrageous and very revealing look. 

The rapper, 46, was spotted pulling down the 29-year-old model’s see-through, neon green tights, which she wore as pants and paired with a tiny, light beige tube top.

She sported a pair of black, pointed-toe pumps and nothing else to complete her risqué ensemble.

They held hands as they entered a building, and as they were looking at a directory, West put on a bold display of affection and was seen rubbing her backside.

Their outing comes after Censori stepped out in one of her most daring outfits yet, which was literally hanging on by a thread.

The rapper, 46, checked out 29-year-old model in her daring and risqué outfit as they stepped out. At one point, he was spotted adjusting her see-through, neon green tights, which she wore as pants and paired with a tiny, light beige tube top

And just like the night before, she rocked her jet black bob in her signature hairstyle as of late — a slicked-back bun.

Censori also appeared to be sporting a minimal makeup look featuring full and dark eyelashes as well as a mauve pink lip. 

At her side, the 24-time Grammy winner wore an all-black outfit featuring a cozy hoodie and balloon pants.

He also wore his baggy pants very low and revealed his backside in boxer briefs.

To complete his look, he sported a pair of chunky, black sneakers.

After having a business meeting, the couple were also seen exiting the building with West opening the door for his wife and holding her hand.

They took a break and headed to The Cheesecake Factory at The Grove, where onlookers were seen taking ogling and taking photos of West and his scantily-clad wife. 

Censori had notably changed out her shoes for a pair of white sandal heels. 

The night before, he wore similar or identical pants and shoes as he stepped out with Censori in Los Angeles. 

His wife put on a daring display and nearly risked a wardrobe malfunction in a sheer, black jumpsuit with ultra-thin and nearly invisible straps.

This comes after DailyMail.com exclusively revealed that West had been working to ‘turn things around’ with Censori’s mother.

The voluptuous vixen sported a pair of black, pointed-toe pumps and nothing else to complete her skimpy ensemble

He was seen admiring her from behind while she looked at a directory inside a Los Angeles building. Just like the night before, she rocked her jet black bob in her signature hairstyle as of late — a slicked-back bun

At her side, the 24-time Grammy winner wore an all-black outfit featuring a cozy hoodie and balloon pants. He also wore his baggy pants very low and revealed his backside in boxer briefs

To complete his look, he sported a pair of chunky, black sneakers. He was also seen affectionately grabbing her waist

Censori also appeared to be sporting a minimal makeup look featuring full and dark eyelashes as well as a mauve pink lip

Last week, she was seen with her daughter after she reportedly flew out from their native Australia to ‘save’ her daughter over fears she was being controlled, according to sources close to the family.

Censori’s families have frequently expressed their concerns since she tied the knot with West in December 2022. 

Some of her loved ones have even reportedly staged an intervention with Censori over West’s alleged ‘controlling ways’.

Recently, insiders claimed that Censori’s father is reportedly keen on confronting the rapper for putting his daughter in X-rated clothing. 

Sources claim that he is fearful that West is isolating Censori from her family and turning his beloved daughter into a ‘trashy-looking marketable commodity’ with the shockingly risqué and half-naked looks.

The couple were seen heading into the building while holding hands. They paid no mind to a nearby eyewitness in awe of Censori’s shocking look

Underneath her tights, the architect bared it all as she opted out of underwear. West was ever the gentleman as he opened the door for his wife

They both had their backsides exposed with their pants worn low

Censori was seen carrying just her phone with her minimalist, revealing outfit

Later, they were spotted heading out after a business meeting. West was seen leading the way and holding her hand amid growing concerns for Censori from her family and friends

Last week, Censori’s mom was seen with them after she reportedly flew out from their native Australia to ‘save’ her daughter over fears she was being controlled, according to sources close to the family

Censori’s families have frequently expressed their concerns since she tied the knot with West in December 2022. Some of her loved ones have even reportedly staged an intervention with Censori over West’s alleged ‘controlling ways’

West appeared to be stifling a yawn as they took a break after their Beverly Hills meeting

He guided Censori all the way to the car hand-in-hand

Censori was seen stepping ahead to get into their car first

West was standing behind her to get in the car

Or perhaps he was checking out her curvy body in her fearless ensemble

She got into the car quickly before they headed to The Grove

Later, Censori changed out her shoes for a pair of white sandal heels

After having a business meeting, the couple took a break and headed to The Cheesecake Factory at The Grove, where onlookers were seen taking ogling and taking photos of West and his scantily-clad wife

After eating, they were seen walking hand-in-hand again. They appeared calm as a crowd started gathering around them

They looked to be in high spirits as fans greeted them

At one point, West was seen dapping up a fan while Censori was seen giving a hug to them later

They appeared to be in high spirits as they walked through The Grove. Both West and Censori were laughing

She was seen smiling as he led the way

They grabbed a bite at the crowded Cheesecake Factory

WALKERS has apologized to customers after admitting a “factory defect” on bags of salt and vinegar chips.

A customer was left shocked when he made a bizarre mistake when he grabbed a packet of crisps.

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The snack maker took to X, formerly known as Twitter, to apologize to a fan who shared an unusual pack of Walkers.

User Josh Adamson Posted a photo of his order from Seriously Salt and Vinegar.

But the popular snack package was discoloured.

The retro bag is known among Walkers fans for its characteristic green color.

But in the photo the color seems faded and looks completely faded and blue.

The shocked customer said ironically: “Quality department is working hard, I see.”

In response, the chip manufacturer apologized and admitted that the discoloration was part of a factory printing error.

Despite the error, they reassured the customer and claimed the chips were safe to eat.

A spokesperson said: “Hi Josh, this is a printing error that has occurred with our film suppliers, but rest assured you can enjoy your crisps safely!”

It comes after Walkers left fans devastated again after announcing it had discontinued another “phenomenal” crunchy flavour.

This crisp brand has confirmed that one of its Oven Baked crisp ranges has been axed for good.

Shoppers will no longer be able to get their hands on the taste of beetroot and sweet chilli jam made with real vegetables.

The flavor only appeared on the scene in 2019, just over five years later consumers will have to say goodbye to the iconic sweet chips.

The news was revealed on X, formerly known as Twitter, when a fan of the quirky flavor approached Walkers to ask why they couldn’t find the chips in stores.

“Our Georgia location remains very important to us,” Rivian’s CEO, RJ Scaringe, said Thursday at an event where he unveiled two new SUVs. “It’s the core of scaling up all these vehicles.”

One of the SUVs, called the R2, is a five-passenger vehicle expected to be available in the first half of 2026. Originally, the R2 was to be the first vehicle produced in Georgia. By moving production to Normal, Ill., where the company has a factory, Rivian can deliver the vehicle to customers sooner, Mr. Scaringe said.

The R2 will have a starting price of about $45,000, he said, which is $30,000 less than its larger SUV, the R1S. The R2, Mr. Scaringe said, “combines capability, performance, usability, storage and functionality in a way that we think really fits a huge customer need.”

Rivian also introduced the R3, a compact SUV, and a high-performance version of that vehicle, the R3X. The company did not say when or where those models would be produced.

Delaying construction of the new plant is a setback for Georgia and its governor, Brian Kemp, a Republican, who had promoted the construction as the largest economic development project in the state’s history. Rivian had said it expected the plant to create 7,500 jobs and eventually produce 400,000 vehicles a year.

Four people were killed in an explosion at a fireworks factory in Kaushambi district of Uttar Pradesh on Sunday, police said.

Uttar Pradesh News: At least four people were injured while several others suffered burns in a massive explosion at a fireworks factory in Kaushambi district of Uttar Pradesh on Sunday. According to police, the explosion happened around noon on Sunday afternoon.

The fireworks factory is located in Maheva village near Kokhraj police station, police said.

A senior official said the blast was so violent that it could be heard several kilometers away from the factory, adding that four people were killed in the incident while several others suffered burns.

At least four people were killed and many more suffered burn injuries following an explosion at a firecracker factory in Khalilabad area of ​​Bharwari Nagar under Kokhraj police limits. #Kaushambi neighbourhood, #UttarPradesh pic.twitter.com/E0VbsdMXeE

— Arvind Chauhan (@Arv_Ind_Chauhan) February 25, 2024

“Shortly after information about the explosion was received, fire brigades and ambulances rushed to the scene. Four people were killed in the explosion,” said Superintendent of Police (SP) Brijesh Kumar Srivastava.

The officer said the fire at the factory has been brought under control and investigations are underway to determine the cause of the explosion.

Efforts are on to identify the deceased, police said.

Four killed in firecracker explosion in UP

In a similar incident earlier this month, four people were killed in a firecracker explosion during a program organized by the tourism department in Chitrakoot district of Uttar Pradesh.

Chitrakoot District Magistrate (DM) Abhishek Anand said the incident took place during the two-day Bundelkhand Gaurav Mahotsav organized by the tourism department at the Chitrakoot Inter College premises.

The fireworks event was scheduled for Wednesday evening and the crackers were kept behind a stage, Anand said.

But around 3.15pm, the fireworks suddenly exploded and two people working nearby died on the spot and two others suffered serious burns, he added.

The DM said the deceased and injured persons are yet to be identified. Both the injured have been sent to a hospital in nearby Prayagraj district.

“The accident is being thoroughly investigated. Action will be taken against anyone found guilty,” the DM said.

Ten dead in explosion at fireworks factory in Tamil Nadu

In another incident, 10 people, including four women, were killed in a massive explosion at a fireworks factory in Vembakottai area of ​​Virudhunagar district in Tamil Nadu. The incident took place on February 17.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Stalin said a sudden explosion at a firecracker manufacturing unit in Kundayiruppu village in Vembakottai resulted in the death of 10 people – six men and four women.

According to police, seven persons were killed on the spot while three others succumbed to injuries sustained in the incident while being rushed to hospital.

According to reports, the blast was so violent that the factory and four other buildings were reduced to rubble.

Images shared on social media showed the structures reduced to rubble as locals and officials searched for survivors.

(With PTI inputs)

A CRIMINAL gang took over the home of a Premier League star and forced his tenant to let them grow cannabis.

The cuckoo crooks left the female resident surrounded by hundreds of plants.

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But when police raided the house, the player had to prove his innocence to avoid charges.

Police also released the tenant without charge after deciding she had been set up by the gang.

A source told The Sun: “This player owns the house in the North West as part of a buy-to-let empire.

“Another family member manages the property, but they couldn't believe it when police found a large-scale cannabis farm.

“The plants were removed and destroyed and the player had to produce paperwork to prove that while he owned the property, he had someone else living in it.”

Under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971, the production and possession of cannabis with intent to supply is a criminal offense that can result in up to 14 years' imprisonment.

Landlords who fail to report suspected illegal activity may be held liable and subject to the same penalty.

Rental income can also be seized under the Proceeds of Crime Act.

The number of cannabis farms operating in homes is growing.

In June, more than 1,000 people were raided, with plants worth £130 million seized and 1,000 suspects arrested.

In criminal trials, individual plants are often assigned a value of £840.

The Council of National Police Chiefs has said: “Organized networks involved in cannabis production are also directly linked to other serious crime, such as the importation of Class A drugs, slavery, violence and exploitation.”

A massive fire broke out at the Om Suns paint factory in Alipur's Dayal market on the outskirts of Delhi on Thursday, killing 11 people, including factory owner Ashok Kumar Jain.

Alipur factory fire: Eight of the 11 people killed in a devastating fire that engulfed a paint factory in Delhi's Alipur suburb on Thursday have been identified by their families as Delhi Police consider conducting DNA test on the unidentified victims to determine their identity. , If necessary.

The eight identified victims are: Jain (62), Ram Surat Singh (44), Vishal Gaund (19), Anil Thakur (46), Pankaj Kumar (29), Shubham (19), Mira (44) and Brijkishore (19) .

An officer said some victims were identified based on the clothing they were wearing at the time of the incident and other items.

If necessary, DNA test will be conducted on the unidentified bodies, he added.

The factory was run illegally?

In a statement, the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) said the building in which the fire broke out was being used illegally for mixing chemical paints. The municipality says it regrets the tragic incident.

A senior police officer said an investigation is underway to determine whether the paint factory was being operated illegally and what led to the fire incident in which the owner of the establishment, Ashok Kumar Jain, was killed in the incident along with ten of his staff. staff.

The factory – Om Suns Paint – has been operating since 2017, he said.

The victims were locked inside and could not escape

“It has come to light that the owner locked the factory from inside while work was in progress,” the officer added that it is suspected that the factory gate was locked from outside, preventing workers from escaping from the building after it was enveloped. in flames.

Forensic experts have collected samples from the scene, the officer said, adding: “Prima facie, it is suspected that the fire broke out due to a short circuit and spread to an area where chemicals were kept, triggering several explosions has lead.”

Fire preceded by explosion

The incident took place at Dayal market in Alipur. The factory housed chemical factories. The fire was preceded by an explosion and quickly spread to nearby buildings, including a drug rehabilitation center and eight stores.

Locals claim that the fire brigade arrived too late, causing the fire to spread to other buildings.

A Delhi Fire Services (DFS) official said a call about the fire was received at 5.25 pm and the fire brigade rushed to the spot, but there was a delay due to a massive traffic jam near GT Karnal Road.

Despite efforts by DFS, 11 workers were killed in a fire at a paint factory in Delhi's Alipur area. A fire call was received at 5:30 pm and 22 tenders were on site, but the explosion caused the building to collapse and the workers became trapped in the side of the factory and could not be rescued. Very very unhappy day. pic.twitter.com/KicTnNUJTe

— Atul Garg (@AtulGargDFS) February 16, 2024

Delhi Police has barricaded a number of roads leading to Alipur due to farmer unrest.

Delay in fire brigade response?

Sources claimed that the delay was due to unavailability of firefighters at a nearby fire station as they were sent to another place, news agency PTI reported.

Police said while the factory owner was killed in the incident, his son, Akhil Jain of Sonipat in Haryana, is being questioned.

A case has been registered against the factory owner's son under sections 304 (culpable homicide not amounting to murder) and 308 (attempt to culpable homicide) of the Indian Penal Code (IPC).

The DFS official said 22 fire tenders had been pressed into service to douse the flames.

(With PTI inputs)