Fire breaks out, four of family die in Jhansi
Jhansi: Four members of a family died after a fire broke out in their shop-cum-residence here, police said on Tuesday. DIG (Jhansi range) Subhash Singh Baghel said four members of grocer Jagdish Udainiya's family died in the fire which erupted at around 2.30 am.
Neighbours alerted the fire brigade and rescued five other family members staying on the first floor. Police suspect short circuit triggered the fire.
The deceased have been identified as Jagdish Udainiya (51), wife Rajni (45), daughter Muskaan (16) and his mother Kumud. All of them were sleeping in the same room.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath expressed grief over the loss of lives, a statement issued by the state government said. He directed officials of the district administration to ensure all possible help to the affected persons.
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Gunmen attack building housing Israeli Consulate in Istanbul
Istanbul (AP): A gunfight erupted outside a building housing the Israeli Consulate in Istanbul on Tuesday, leaving two assailants dead and a police officer wounded, Turkiye's Haberturk broadcaster reported.
The report said attackers were carrying long-barreled weapons. An exchange of fire with police killed two, while a third assailant was captured. One officer sustained injuries during the clash.
The area surrounding the building was quickly sealed off.
