A fire at the Atlantis Building in Rajkot, Gujarat, killed three people and injured one. Emergency services quickly responded and evacuated all residents. The fire has been controlled, and the injured person is receiving medical treatment. The names of the deceased have not yet been released, and further details are expected soon.
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