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Fire at training centre in India's Lucknow kills at least 8, police say
A fire at an animation training centre in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, killed at least eight people, with local media reporting a higher death toll of 14, primarily students. The incident occurred in the Aliganj area, where flames engulfed the building, prompting individuals to jump from the first floor. Authorities and Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed condolences, while concerns over fire safety norms were raised following a recent hotel fire in Delhi.
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