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Fire in Kolkata Claims Nine Lives

Firefighters faced challenges in rescuing victims due to dense smoke in the building.

19 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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A fire in Kolkata has resulted in the deaths of nine people. The incident occurred in a hotel, where flames and thick smoke hampered rescue efforts by firefighters.

Emergency teams struggled to reach those trapped on the upper floors of the building, as reported by news agencies.

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