India, May 8 -- At least nine people, mostly local and Bengal artisans, were killed and several others were injured after a gas cylinder exploded at a jewellery shop in Bikaner's Madan Market on Wednesday, police said.

According to police officers, three bodies were recovered yesterday, and five more were pulled out from the debris today. "Also, an injured person died during treatment today," an officer said.

Around 21 shops on the ground and basement floors of the market were damaged in the explosion. "At least eight people were rushed to the trauma centre at PBM Hospital with serious injuries, with three reported to be in critical condition," the officer said.

The explosion triggered chaos in the market. "The blast occurred around 11...